10 Celebrities You’d Never Guess are of Greek Descent
There are many celebrities that have Greek names and speak of their Greek heritage all of the time. However, there are also a bunch of famous people who are of Greek descent that might surprise you!...
View ArticleChina’s Extravagant Plan for Canal Trade Route from Greece to Europe
China is considering to build a canal trade route from Greece to Europe through the Balkans in order to expedite the shipping of goods Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreek President Meets with Greek-American Students
Greek-American students who have been traveling to Greece and Cyprus met on Tuesday the President of Greece, Katerina Sakellaropoulou. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleKissing in Ancient Greece: A Greeting and Sign of Respect
In ancient Greece, kissing was not considered strictly romantic or intimate; rather, kissing was a often a greeting between acquaintances. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleA Unique Experience of Music and Mythology in Santorini
Symposion, on the beautiful island of Santorini, offers one of the most distinct experiences combining music and mythology in the world. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleSteep Rise in Coronavirus Cases in Greece Due to Delta Variant
The delta variant of the coronavirus is likely responsible for the huge increase in daily cases in Greece on Tuesday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleArchestratus: The Ancient Greek Gourmand on the Secrets of Gastronomy
Archestratus, an ancient Greek poet and philosopher in the mid 4th century BCE from Sicily, is often referred to as the Father of Gastronomy. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreece Clamps Down on Venues to Control Rising COVID-19 Infections
Greece announced measures on Tuesday to clamp down on outdoor venues to control infection by younger people, as new coronavirus cases spike. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleAnafiotika, the Hidden Island of Athens
The tiny, scenic neighborhood of Anafiotika tucked above the Plaka, just below the Acropolis, is often overlooked by visitors to Athens Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleEuro 2020 Semifinals: Italy Beats Spain on Penalties to Reach Final
Italy knocked out Spain in the semi-finals of the Euro 2020 after an entertaining game with two opponents both worthy of their place in the final four of the European Championship. Italy opened the...
View ArticleAstoria: The Ever-Changing Greektown of New York
Astoria was the place to be for Greeks who moved from their homeland to the United States around the turn of the last century. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleThe Sound of Hagia Sophia, Recreated Centuries Later
The sound of Hagia Sophia was recreated recently by two scholars from California’s Stanford University by simply popping a balloon. Bissera Pentcheva, a professor of art history, has published a book...
View ArticleCoronavirus Cases Continue to Rise in Greece on Wednesday
Greece recorded 1,820 new cases of the coronavirus on Wednesday, which marks 23 more instances of the virus than those recorded on Tuesday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleMarina Tower at Hellinikon to Become the Tallest Building in Greece
The Marina Tower currently under construction at Hellinikon, a suburb of Athens, is going to be the tallest building in Greece when it is completed. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleTrump Announces Lawsuit Against Facebook, Twitter, Google
Donald Trump announced Wednesday he is filing a lawsuit against Facebook, Twitter and Google, claiming that he is the victim of censorship. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleGreek Economy to Grow by 4.3 Percent in 2021, Says EU
The Greek economy is expected to grow by 4.3 percent in 2021 and by 6 percent in 2022, the European Commission said in its forecast report. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleHaiti: The First Country to Recognize Greece’s Independence
Haiti, although located just over 9,000 km (5,592 miles) away from Greece, was the first country in the world to recognize Greek independence from the Ottomans in 1822. The country’s dedication to...
View ArticleThe Greek Jeweler that Created the Bulgari Fashion Empire
Bulgari, also known as BVLGARI within fashion circles, is an iconic luxury brand thanks to its high quality jewelry, watches, and accessories Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
View ArticleEuro 2020: England Reaches Final for the First Time in History
Euro 2020: Millions of England fans are out in the streets celebrating their country’s first ever presence in a Euro final. England was the dominating force throughout the majority of the game and...
View ArticleHow the Parthenon Was Built to Withstand Anything
The Parthenon is one of the most iconic structures in the history of Western civilization. It stands in splendor on Acropolis Hill in Athens, and has stood like that for 2,500 years. Experts believe...
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