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Christopher Nolan, with an all-star cast, is embarking on what may be the most ambitious project of his career—an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey.
Nikolaos de Grece and Chrysi Vardinoyannis are set to marry on February 7, 2025, in an intimate ceremony at St. Nicholas Ragava in Athens. Their whirlwind romance, which became public just seven months ago, has quickly led to a highly anticipated wedding among Greece’s high society.
The earthquake, which occurred at 6:36 am, had an epicenter 87 km southwest of Kythera
New research suggests that human-caused lead pollution in the Aegean Sea began 5,200 years ago—1,200 years earlier than previously thought. A study analyzed sediment cores from land and sea, linking lead contamination to historical human activity. The findings reveal a major pollution surge around 2,150 years ago, coinciding with the Roman Empire’s expansion into Greece and intensified gold and silver mining. This marks the earliest recorded marine lead pollution, highlighting the environmental impact of ancient societies.
Following tonight’s Ethnikós Telikós 2025, Greece has officially chosen Klavdia, with her song “Asteromata,” as…
Xronia Polla Helena Paparizou, Happy 43rd Birthday!
Discover how the Greek Air Force plans to use the cost-effective APKWS II system on F-16 jets to efficiently counter multiple Bayraktar drones, leveraging precision-guided 70mm rockets to provide strategic advantages in modern aerial warfare.
A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to four years in prison for being a serial flasher in Peristeri, Athens, after pleading guilty to indecent exposure and assaulting officers. Despite his request for psychiatric treatment being denied, he sought forgiveness from his victims, one of whom shared her fearful encounter.
Increased volcanic activity has been detected on the Greek island of Santorini, leading to a government-convened meeting with local and disaster response officials. While monitoring equipment has recorded mild seismic-volcanic events, scientists assure there is no immediate cause for alarm. Santorini, known for its stunning vistas, continues to draw global visitors.
A 55-year-old Turkish national was apprehended near Alexandroupolis, Greece, on charges of importing and possessing a large cache of weapons and ammunition for criminal purposes. Following the rescue of his drifting motorboat, authorities discovered the extensive arsenal, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Central Port Authority.
Spartan women, unlike their counterparts in other Greek city-states, enjoyed a degree of freedom and…
A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Evia on Thursday afternoon, with tremors felt across Attica, including Athens. According to the Geodynamic Institute of Greece, the quake’s epicentre was near Chalkida. No immediate damage or injuries have been reported as authorities monitor the situation.
The Battle of Gaugamela, fought on October 1, 331 BCE, stands as one of the…
The funeral of Archbishop Anastasios of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania was held in Tirana, with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presiding over the ceremony. Dignitaries from Greece and Albania, including Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, attended to pay their respects. Anastasios was hailed as a visionary leader who revitalized the Orthodox Church in Albania, fostering interfaith dialogue and strengthening ties between Greece and Albania.
As Greece eagerly anticipates the Ethnikós Telikós 2025, the competition to represent the country in Eurovision is heating up. Klavdia emerges as the favorite, with her song “Asteromata” leading the betting odds. The final, hosted at Athens’ Christmas Theater, promises thrilling performances and possible surprises as fans wait to see who will claim the coveted spot.
Greece and the UK have strengthened their maritime cooperation with the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on sustainable shipping, green initiatives, and human resources development. The agreement, signed in London by Greek Minister Christos Stylianides and IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, underscores shared commitments to addressing key challenges in the shipping industry, including environmental sustainability, maritime safety, and international collaboration.
Renowned British actor Stephen Fry has reiterated his support for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece, speaking at an event at the Acropolis Museum in Athens. Fry, a longtime advocate for the restitution of the marbles, emphasised the sculptures’ rightful place in their homeland and called for cooperation between the British Museum and Greece’s Acropolis Museum. Highlighting recent successes in Greece’s efforts to reclaim the artifacts, Fry expressed optimism that a solution could be found through dialogue and mutual respect for cultural heritage.
Salwan Momika, a Christian Iraqi known for burning the Koran in Sweden, was shot dead…
Workers of the Cleaning Service of the Municipality of Heraklion were subjected to an unprovoked…