Christmas

Christmas Costume Crooks Prey on Elderly

Police in Piraeus, Greece have arrested three teenagers who posed in Christmas costumes to rob elderly residents in their homes.…

7 January 2025

Putin Attends Christmas Services, Highlights Role of Church in Russia

President Putin marked Christmas with a message emphasizing faith, family, and the role of the Church in Russia, attending services…

7 January 2025

Chalikos's Holiday Gift to Kalymnos

Greek-Australian businessman Yannis Ant. Chalikos donated over 100 turkeys to families in need on the island of Kalymnos, Greece, for…

1 January 2025

When Do Greek Schools Reopen in 2025?

Greek schools will reopen on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, following the Christmas and New Year's holiday break. Students and teachers…

27 December 2024

Konstantinos Argyros and Alexandra Nika's Son Celebrates First Christmas as Santa

It's a double celebration for Konstantinos Argyros! Not only is he enjoying his first Christmas as a father to baby…

27 December 2024

Greece Urges Snow Chains After Holiday Ski Resort Traffic Chaos

Greek authorities are urging drivers to use snow chains after heavy snow and icy conditions caused significant traffic jams and…

27 December 2024

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari Celebrate Christmas on an Australian Tennis Court

Greek tennis stars Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari are celebrating Christmas in Perth, Australia, along with their Team Greece teammates,…

26 December 2024

Cocaine Use Doubles in Attica During Christmas, Wastewater Analysis Shows

Cocaine consumption in Attica has nearly doubled during the Christmas season, according to wastewater analysis. Professor Nikos Thomaidis revealed that…

25 December 2024

Bethlehem's Christians muted Christmas celebrations amid conflict

In Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, Christmas celebrations are muted under the shadow of the ongoing conflict in Gaza and…

25 December 2024

Severe Christmas Weather Sweeps Across Greece

Severe weather is set to sweep across Greece during the Christmas period, bringing heavy snow, rain, and strong winds. Mountainous…

25 December 2024

Merry Christmas and a brighter New Year

Merry Christmas from the entire team at Greek City Times to you and your family.

25 December 2024

Christmas 2024: December 25, Nativity of Christ

The Nativity of Christ, celebrated on December 25th, is a central festival in the Christian liturgical year. It commemorates the…

25 December 2024

Giannis Antetokounmpo Expresses Disappointment Over Bucks Not Playing on Christmas Day

What the Greek star of the Bucks had to say Giannis Antetokounmpo and some of his Milwaukee Bucks teammates were…

24 December 2024

Archbishop of America: I pray that this Christmas will be a peaceful one (VIDEO)

Archbishop Elpidophoros of America's Christmas message calls for a focus on Christ's humility amidst the holiday rush, reminding Christians of…

24 December 2024

The Greek and Roman origins of Christmas traditions

Holidays and rituals have always been integral to human culture, deeply rooted in community and society. While Western festive days…

24 December 2024

Greece's Christmas Basket Costs Less in 2024

Greek shoppers caught a break this holiday season as the cost of traditional Christmas and New Year's foods dipped. The…

24 December 2024

Archbishop Makarios Delivers Christmas Message of Spiritual Renewal at Belmore's All Saints Church in 2024

On the Sunday before Christmas, Archbishop Makarios of Australia delivered a powerful homily at All Saints Church in Belmore, urging…

23 December 2024

SYRIA: Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch cancels Christmas celebrations "until security prevails"

The Parish of St. Elijah the Zealot Church - Sahnaya issued a statement announcing the cancellation of Christmas celeberations. Per…

20 December 2024

Forefeast of the Nativity of the Lord

On December 20th, the Greek Orthodox Church begins the Fore feast of the Nativity, whose liturgical structure is similar to…

20 December 2024

Traditional Kourabiedes Recipe for Christmas

Along with the beloved Melomakarona, Kourabiedes are a staple of the Greek festive season. These buttery almond biscuits, dusted with…

17 December 2024

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