The Unstoppable Wave: Greeks’ Patriotic Fever After Historic “OXI”

The dawn of October 28, 1940 after Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas’ “OXI” (or “OHI,” meaning “no”) to the Italians, heralded the nation’s entry into World War II but not with fear—it was met with a spontaneous explosion of national unity and defiant patriotic fever. The rejection of the Italia

OXI Day: Why Italy Attacked Greece

When Italy attacked Greece on the Albanian front on October 28, 1940, the Hellenic Armed Forces were expecting the move and were well-prepared

Rhodes Under Red-Code Flood Alert Through October 29

Rhodes and the rest of the Dodecanese have been placed under a red-code mobilization alert through Thursday, October 29, because of a high risk of flooding, the Municipality of Rhodes announced Monday. The alert covers October 26–29. The municipality cited an updated National Meteorological Service

Tasos Douvikas Signs New Como Contract Through 2031

Como’s Anastasios Douvikas (L) challenges Parma’s Mariano Troilo for the ball during their Serie A match at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium in Como, Italy, on May 17, 2026. Credit: EPA/Matteo Bazzi via ANA-MPA. Greek striker Tasos Douvikas has extended his Como contract through 2031, the Italian club an

How Hiking Groups Offer an Economic Lifeline to Greece’s Depopulated Mountain Villages

Organized outdoor hiking groups are actively transforming the stagnant economies of desolated mountain villages across provincial Greece. This expanding tourism sector offers an unexpected financial lifeline against relentless urbanization and severe demographic decline. A recent Institute of Local

UK Was Greece’s Largest Investor in 2025, Greek Finance Minister Says

Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis said the UK was Greece’s largest investor in 2025, accounting for 5.3 billion euros ($5.92 billion) in investment flows, as the two countries seek closer economic ties. Speaking at the Hellenic-British Chamber of Commerce’s annual Back-to-Business Dinner,

Santorini Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Lionfish Tasting

Santorini, an island globally renowned for its volcanic caldera and unique culinary identity, became the epicenter of a historic environmental and cultural success within the Greek landscape. At the idyllic venue of Santo 1911 in Vlychada, a new chapter was written in the protection of the Mediterra

Forgotten Hero: The Cart Maker Who Helped Thessaloniki’s Liberation

A Greek cart maker who history forgot was instrumental in the liberation of Thessaloniki from Ottoman occupation on October 26, 1912. Sometimes history is made of footnotes; little unknown details that turn out to be of great importance. Like the case of an unknown peasant from Kouliakia village who

Three Family Members Die After Car Falls Into Sea at Piraeus Port

Three members of the same family died after their car fell into the sea at the port of Piraeus on Sunday evening, October 25, during heavy rain. The vehicle entered the water at Gate E2 as it was disembarking from the passenger ferry Diagoras, according to Greek media reports. The victims were an 82

Greek Prime Minister Meets Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud in Riyadh on Saturday.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Fouls Out as Miami Heat Lose Third Straight Game

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s anticipated season launch in his new team, the Miami Heat, has seen a disappointing start as they have now suffered three consecutive defeats in their first three games for the 2026–27 NBA season, despite the “Greek Freak”‘s contribution to the contest. This is the first time

Greece’s Tourist Arrivals Rise, but Spending per Trip Slips

Inbound travel rose 10 percent in the first eight months of 2026, but nearly flat spending per trip shows that growth came mainly from higher visitor volume.

Greece’s Electricity Exports Hit New Record in 2026

Greece has once again hit a new record in electricity exports as its electricity trade balance has already passed last year's surplus.

Greece and Turkey Clash Over New Mufti Appointments in Thrace

Athens defended its selection process after Ankara challenged the appointment of Muslim religious leaders in Xanthi and Komotini.

Pope Leo Welcomes Patriarch Bartholomew to the Vatican During Rome Visit

Pope Leo XIV received Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew at the Vatican on Saturday, October 24, as the pontiff resumed official engagements while recovering from surgery for lung cancer. Bartholomew offered his support and wishes for a speedy, complete recovery, according to the Ecumenical Patriarcha

Lefteris Petrounias Wins World Rings Silver in Rotterdam

Lefteris Petrounias secured his fifth World Championships medal on Saturday, winning silver in the men’s rings final at Rotterdam Ahoy in the Netherlands. The Greek gymnast scored 14.333, finishing behind China’s Lan Xingyu after entering the final as the eighth and last qualifier. Lan took gold wit

Athens Ranks Second in Europe for Hotel Value Growth, New Report Reveals

Athens ranked second among 31 major European cities for hotel value growth in 2025, with values rising 5.5% against an average increase of just 0.2% across Europe, according to a March 2026 report by hospitality consulting firm HVS. Only Copenhagen posted a stronger increase, at 5.9%. Bucharest rank

Clocks Set to Change in Greece and EU, But Is Daylight Savings Time Worth It?

Greece, along with all other EU member-states, is getting ready for time change, as daylight savings time (DST) is coming to an end this Sunday. The annual ritual marks the transition from summer to winter time in Greece and across Europe. As the nation moves from summer to winter time, Greeks and E

Egypt and St. Catherine’s Greek Orthodox Monastery Reach Deal to End Sinai Property Dispute

Archbishop Symeon declared his intention to sign an agreement with the Egyptian government to clarify the monastery's operational status.

How Greece Is Restoring the Parthenon Using Titanium, Ancient Techniques, and Modern Science

The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world, representing the artistic, architectural and intellectual achievements of ancient Greece. Dominating its summit, the Parthenon is an enduring symbol of classical civilization, democracy and cultural heritage. Yet

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