A 210,000-year-old skull from Greece’s Apidima Cave reveals the earliest known Homo sapiens outside Africa, pushing back the timeline of human migration by over 140,000 years. Led by Dr. Katerina Harvati, this find suggests Southeast Europe was a vital hub for our ancestors’ spread.
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The European Union is considering a bold response to Donald Trump’s 20% tariffs, with analysts pointing to a potential strike against U.S. tech giants like Apple and Google. As negotiations falter, the EU could wield its market power to inflict pain on Wall Street, though such a move risks harming its own consumers and escalating tensions.
Seabed surveys for the Crete-Cyprus-Israel electricity interconnection are set to resume east of Kasos and…
Evzones Visit Sydney & Adelaide 2025: Honouring Anzac Day & Greek Australian Bonds. The Greek Presidential Guard (Evzones) will visit Australia from April 23 to May 4, 2025, joining Anzac Day commemorations and cultural events in Adelaide and Sydney. Hosted by the Hellenic Studies Foundation, Hellenic Club Sydney, and the Joint Committee for the Commemoration of the Battle of Crete, this historic tour celebrates the deep ties between Greece and Australia.
Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariffs ranging from 10% to 49% on U.S. trade partners worldwide, with the European Union facing a 20% tariff and the UK 10%. In a landmark speech, Trump declared it a “historic day” for American industry, reinforcing his “America First” policy while predicting global backlash.
The Little Legs Foundation started in 2018 by Sue-Ellan Vasiliou and her husband Marino Vasiliou in honour of her daughter, Alegra, who passed away from brain cancer at the age of six.
A powerful storm system has unleashed widespread destruction across Greece, hitting Chania, Paros, and the Dodecanese with torrential rains and flash floods. Streets turned into rivers, cars were swept away, and emergency alerts via 112 urged residents to stay cautious as the extreme weather persists into Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Mykonos’ mayor has called for a state of emergency amid significant damage to infrastructure and buildings.
The beloved Yiasemi’s owner Marisa Koutseli posted a poetic farewell on their Instagram.
He reaffirmed SYRIZA’s commitment to supporting the descendants of Greek-Anatolian refugees.
Katheris’ effort addresses the issue of increasing photovoltaic (PV) occurring after solar panel discarding.
He likened Niki’s “punishment” to a “Soviet Politburo”.
The unveiling of Angela Kiki’ striking painting “The Maniatisses” in Sydney honoured the women of Mani who fought in the Greek War of Independence. The event, hosted by AHEPA NSW & ACT, celebrated their legacy with dignitaries, historians, and cultural performances, bridging Hellenic heritage with Australia’s Greek diaspora.
Greek-American organizations are intensifying their campaign to block the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets…
WHO Report: One in Four Greek Young Adults Face Mental Health Issues as Europe Tackles Rising Crisis
A WHO Europe report revealing that one in four Greek young adults aged 15 to 29 suffers from a mental disorder, with self-harm a leading cause of death among youth. Across Europe, suicide tops the charts for 15- to 29-year-olds, prompting WHO’s Athens office to introduce new Quality Standards for Child and Youth Mental Health, unveiled on March 27 at Greece’s Health Ministry.
The performance order for Eurovision 2025 semi-finals was announced on March 27, 2025. Cyprus, with Theo Evan, will close the first semi-final on May 13 in 15th place, while Greece, represented by Klavdia’s “Asteromata,” will perform 7th in the second semi-final on May 15. The acoustic version of Greece’s entry has also been released, heightening excitement for the competition.
Athens, Greece, March 26, 2025 — Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis swiftly welcomed Wednesday’s news…
On the 26th anniversary of the NATO aggression against FR Yugoslavia, Novak Djokovic honored Marinos Ritsoudis, a Greek officer who refused to participate in the 1999 bombing of Serbia, with a heartfelt Instagram story. While competing in the Miami Open, Djokovic shared a mural of Ritsoudis, expressing gratitude in Greek and highlighting the enduring bond between Serbia and Greece.
Demand drives up prices, and in Greece, Arachova and Kalavryta lead as winter hotspots with over 90% occupancy, while Kastoria surprises with a 90% pre-booking rate for March 25. Ski resorts buzz, prices climb, and even lesser-known destinations like Arcadia’s villages see full bookings, proving that a weekend escape comes with a hefty €300+ price tag—pushing annual travel costs to €3,500 or more.
Greece marked the 1821 Revolution anniversary with a grand military parade in Athens on March 25, 2025. Starting at 11:15 a.m. in Syntagma Square, the event featured advanced weaponry, historic aircraft, and ceremonies across the country, attended by top leaders. Festivities began with cannon salutes at dawn and will end with a flag-lowering at the Acropolis.
The vandalism is part of a wider global phenomenon of vandalising Tesla vehicles.