Archaeologists in western Türkiye have unearthed a finely crafted marble head of a goddess statue from the Hellenistic period in the ancient city of Metropolis. The discovery, potentially matching a previously found Hestia torso, offers new insights into the city’s sophisticated sculpture workshops and religious practices during the era following Alexander the Great.
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Genocide is a vile crime against humanity and civilisation and must be called out whenever…
Massive wildfire in Smyrna, Turkey, fueled by strong winds, threatens homes and forces evacuations, with Adnan Menderes Airport suspending all flights.
On April 24, 1915, the Ottoman authorities arrested 250 Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople, marking the start of the Armenian Genocide. Deported to Chankri and Ayash, most were later killed. This date is commemorated annually as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.
50 yrs after Aristotle Onassis’ death, the Greek tycoon’s legend lives on—wealth, shipping empire, and legacy endure, from Smyrna to global fame.
Archaeologists in Turkey have unearthed around 2,000 pieces of bronze statues in an ancient scrapyard in Metropolis, now known as Izmir. This discovery highlights the early recycling practices of the Late Antiquity period, revealing a treasure trove of disassembled bronze parts likely intended for reuse.
George Seferis (Γιώργος Σεφέρης), born in 1900 in Vourla, near Smyrna, is celebrated as one…
They dragged him before their commander, Nurredin Pasha, who coldly delivered the Metropolitan into the hands of a frenzied mob. The vengeful crowd, consumed by hatred, descended upon Chrysostomos. They beat him with fists and clubs, raining blows upon his frail body. Their spittle, thick with venom, stained his face as they unleashed their barbarity.
On September 9, 1922, the Turkish cavalry entered Smyrna, leading to widespread violence and destruction. By mid-afternoon, looting and massacres had begun, with bodies seen in the streets. The subsequent days saw the hanging of Orthodox Bishop Chrystosomos and the Great Fire of Smyrna, which devastated much of the city. The conflict officially ended with the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923.
Turkey is grappling with multiple wildfires, severely impacting the western regions, particularly Izmir. Fierce winds and dry conditions are hindering containment efforts, leading to evacuations and property damage. Fires are also threatening historical sites in Canakkale, with the situation exacerbated by extreme weather and agricultural practices.
A small bookstore in Izmir, Turkey, defied the odds and emerged victorious in a legal battle against fashion giant Hermès. The dispute centered around the bookstore’s right to use the name “Hermes,” which the luxury brand initially sought to block. The court’s decision, seen as a win for small businesses and cultural heritage, allows the bookstore to retain its name while the details regarding potential brand confusion are addressed through an appeal.
There were numerous massacres during the Greek War of Independence (1821-1829). On this day, 4 April 1821, Constantine Mourousis, Dimitrios Paparigopoulos and Antonios Tsouras were decapitated by the Ottomans in Constantinople.
Aristotle Socrates Onassis was born on the 20th of January 1906 and passed away on…
The premiere of “Smyrna My Beloved” (ΣΜYΡΝΗ ΜΟΥ ΑΓΑΠΗMEΝΗ) took place in the Opera House…
Smyrna was one of the greatest Ancient Greek cities in Asia Minor, today’s Turkey. Before…
The ink has barely dried on the letter approving the sale of F-16s by the…
Greece will reportedly offer a one-year visa-on-arrival program for Turkish citizens visiting the Aegean islands,…
On September 10, 1922, a tragic event unfolded in Smyrna. Metropolitan Chrysostomos of Smyrna, Chrysostomos…
Under the title: “Erdoğan’s words created a crisis in Greece,” the Turkish newspaper Sözcü refers…
On August 31, 1922, Kemal’s army wanted to destroy everything Greek that existed in the…
Chef Yiannis Kasidokostas is a culinary virtuoso whose journey in the world of hospitality has been defined by his unwavering passion for food and the art of making strangers feel like friends.
On the 21st of July in 356 BC, Alexander the Great was born. On the…
The mayor of Smyrna (Σμύρνα, Turkish: İzmir) proceeded to fold, after the incredible challenge with…
In an unacceptable challenge, the municipality of Smyrna (Σμύρνα, Turkish: İzmir) allowed an electronic music…
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Urges Respect for Cultural and Religious Heritage Following Electronic Music Party…
Following the success of Maestro, Smyrna, My Beloved will be the next Greek production to…
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew received on Thursday the head of the Franciscan Order Massimo Fusarelli, to…
Aristotle Socrates Onassis was born on the 20th of January 1906 and passed away on…
Admiral James Stavridis, who led the NATO alliance between 2009-2013 and now serves as Chief International Security Analyst for NBC News, speaks on the latest episode of the Ouzo Talk Podcast.
For thousands of years Smyrna was the wealthiest of cities located today on Turkey’s Aegean coast, an elegant, cosmopolitan city where Greeks, Armenians, Turks, Jews and others lived and worked together – a city known for religious tolerance.
