Aristodemus: The Only Survivor of Sparta’s 300 Died a Hero
The story of Aristodemus of Sparta, who was branded a traitor but eventually turned a hero, is one the Battle of Thermopylae’s sub-chapters. Nearly all historical events have both heroes as well as...
View ArticleThe World’s Oldest Living Olive Tree is on Crete
Scientists estimate that the olive tree has been in the village of Ano Vouves in Chania for more than 3000 years. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleMust-See UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece
Due to its ancient history, it should not come as a surprise that Greece boasts a rich list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleCaroline Crouch Family Awarded Temporary Custody of Little Lydia
The family of murdered Caroline Crouch will get the temporary custody of her 12-month-old Lydia, a Greek judge ruled on Monday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreece Gives Young People €150 Gift to Speed Up Vaccinations
Greece keen to speed up vaccinations said that young people aged 18-25 will get a prepaid card with 150 euros when they get their first shot Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleMykonos Magnet for Hundreds of Yachts, Superyachts
Mykonos is attracting plenty of private yachts. Looking out over the beach bays of Ornos or Psarou, the phenomenon has created what looks like a parking lot for the many plush vessels designed for...
View ArticleAntonio Banderas Movie’s Greek Extras Scammed by Hackers
A movie starring Antonio Banderas currently filming in Thessaloniki, Greece has been the target for a serious scam. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreek Researchers’ Cancer Treatment Approved by EMA
The EMA has approved a new cancer treatment for bone marrow carcinoma that was developed by Greek researchers in a study codenamed "Apollo." Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticlePetition Asks British Museum to Return “Karpathos Lady” Statue
The "Karpathos Lady" statue has been housed in the British Museum, but a petition was launched on Monday to bring her back to Greece. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleJustin Bieber Unwinds in Romantic Greece Vacation with Wife Hailey
Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey are vacationing around Greece and visiting multiple islands, including Mykonos, Milos, and Santorini. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleStolen Picasso and Mondrian Paintings Recovered by Greek Police
Two stolen paintings by Pablo Picasso and Piet Mondrian have finally been found by Greek police. Nearly ten years ago, on January 9, 2012, a group of criminals were able to infiltrate the Greek...
View ArticleBank of Greece Insists on 4.2% Economic Growth for 2021
The Bank of Greece (BoG) said on Monday that economic growth will reach 4.2 percent this year, as it had also forecast in its previous report Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleFly Over the Magnificent Ancient Temple of Poseidon at Sounio
A spectacular drone video showcasing the Temple of Poseidon captures the glory of the ancient monument situated on Cape Sounio. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreek Construction Worker Nabbed in Picasso Heist
A Cubist painting by Pablo Picasso will go back on display at the newly-renovated National Gallery in Athens following its recovery. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreek Heritage, Bicentennial Celebrated at Boston’s Fenway Park
Greek heritage and the Bicentennial of Greek Independence was celebrated on Monday at Boston’s Fenway Park in a ceremony that took place before the Red Sox and Kansas City Royals’ clash. Greek Heritage...
View Article“Immune-Only” Venues for the Fully Vaccinated in Greece
Greece will give more freedom to those fully vaccinated by creating immune-only venues and spaces it was announced on Tuesday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleWorks of Greek Poet Yannis Ritsos Speak to a New Generation
A third volume of poems by the iconic modern Greek poet Yannis Ritsos has just been published in English by Manolis Aligizakis. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleThe Greek Picasso Heist — Confessed Thief Tells All, Asks for Mercy
The Greek police have revealed the jaw-dropping confession of the thief who stole the Picasso, who says he is sorry and asks for mercy. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleErdogan Warned Not to Inflame Tensions in Occupied Cyprus Visit
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced recently that he will pay a visit to occupied Cyprus on July 20, to celebrate the anniversary of the 1974 Turkish invasion. Turkish Cypriot authorities...
View ArticleThe Ancient Greek Oracle of Delphi
The Oracle of Delphi has become a byword for prophecy, and many of the glories of Delphi's architecture and art have survived to this day. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
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