From Greece and Cyprus
Coverage from Greece and Cyprus on politics, society, and culture.
A rocking introduction to Greek philosopher Socrates
The most important philosophers of all time are presented through an original marriage of animation and interviews of professors of Philosophy, at each episode of the TV series “Animated… Philosophers” of the Greek Public Television ERT3.…
Draft Citizenship Bill Posted for Public Consultation in Greece
According to Greek News Agenda, a new bill on nationality rights for second-generation immigrants has been posted for public consultation in Greece. “The bill, which is to remain open for consultation until May 25 before submission…
The 189th Anniversary of the Attempted Liberation of Beirut
189 years ago, on March 18th, 1826 a small group of brave Romaic Revolutionaries, led by Vasos Mavrovouniotis attempted to spread the Hellenic Revolution to Ottoman-occupied Coele-Syria. Although unsuccessful, their heroic attempt to incite the Rûm…
Why is Lord Elgin an Abomination to the Greeks?
To the Greeks, the name Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin, is an abomination, the likes perhaps, of only Lucifer himself. Lord Elgin, as he is more famously known, is notorious in my country for his…
25 Ancient Greek Cities That No Longer Exist Or Are No Longer Greek
By taking a look at the world map today, you would never believe that Greece, which is nothing but a small country, currently known as a beautiful tourist destination in southern Europe, had once dominated and…
Kastoria Hosts Ragoutsaria Carnival
Kastoria, Greece – Ragoutsaria is the name of the Kastorian Carnival that takes place from January 6th to the 8th. It is an ancient celebration/revival of ancient Dionysian rites and rebirth of Kronos (Saturnalia), and despite…
Greece’s Parthenon Marbles loan request that was rejected
Museum loans do not normally happen under cover of darkness – yet this loan was only announced once the sculpture had already been packed up and left the museum – why was this the case.
3D model of the Amphipolis Tomb
In 2012, Greek archaeologists uncovered a remarkable discovery northeast of Amphipolis at a site known as Kasta Hill — the largest burial tomb ever found in Greece. The circular perimeter of the mound measures 497 meters…
A Glimmer of Hope for Greece
Day by day Greeks throughout the country and abroad have maintained a pessimistic approach regarding Greece’s progress and economic future. Strikes, unemployment, a cloud of negativity and uncertainty shrouds the future of the country and its…
Greek Open-Air Cinemas: The hidden jewel of Greek summers
When people hear about Greek summers the first things that come to mind are most likely the beaches and the country’s islands. The list of interesting things to do during the summer in Greece may go…
Greek Orthodox Church Conducts Liturgy in Smyrna after 92 years
In the city of Smyrna (Izmir) in Turkey, the Greek Orthodox Church of Agios Voukolos recently performed its first liturgy in 92 years. The church is located in the Basmane district of Smyrna and has historically been…
Apoyevmatini Closure a Tale of Hardship and Decline
Due to financial problems, the Greek-language newspaper “Apoyevmatini” which had been published in Istanbul since 1925, is set to close. Although the newspaper consisted of four pages alone, it not only kept Greek citizens in Turkey…
