Moustalevria, the Greek Grape Dessert That May Have Roots 2,500 Years Ago

Every September, as the grape harvest begins and fresh grape must fills presses across Greece, moustalevria returns to Greek tables. For generations, the thick grape-must pudding has been one of the foods most closely associated with the harvest. It is also often accompanied by a striking claim: tha

The Birth of the Virgin Mary: The Story the Bible Never Tells

Every September 8, Orthodox Christians celebrate the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, one of the major feasts of the Orthodox Church. But there is a fascinating gap behind the celebration: the Bible does not tell us when Mary was born, where she was born, or describe the circumstances of her birth. So h

Greece Ranks Eighth Among 27 EU Countries for Labor Productivity Growth

Greece’s labor productivity growth placed it eighth among the 27 European Union member states in the first quarter of 2026. Real output per employed person in Greece rose 1.5 percent compared with the same quarter a year earlier, outpacing the EU average of 0.4 percent. The measure tracks how much e

The Sectors Driving Greece’s Growth as Real Estate Activity Plunges 41%

Greek service sectors grew steadily over the past year, with six of seven categories showing gains even as real estate activity alone fell sharply by roughly 41 percent, according to seasonally adjusted figures published by Eurostat. The decline in real estate was sharp and uneven. Monthly productio

“Broken Vein”: Greece Heads to the Oscars with the Essence of Ancient Tragedy

Yannis Economides’ latest feature, “Broken Vein” (Spasmeni Fleva), has officially entered the race for the Academy Awards. The Hellenic Ministry of Culture announced the film’s selection as Greece’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category, endorsing the recommendation of the

Billionaire Hedge Fund Manager Chris Rokos Leaves UK for Greece

Billionaire hedge fund manager Chris Rokos is moving his residency from the United Kingdom to Greece, becoming the latest prominent financier to leave Britain as the country grapples with an exodus of wealthy residents following changes to its tax system. Rokos, founder of Rokos Capital Management,

Major Wildfire Rages Across Greek Island of Evia, Forcing Evacuations

A major wildfire broke out on the Greek island of Evia on Monday, prompting authorities to evacuate a village as firefighters backed by aircraft and helicopters battled the flames. The fire started at around 2:30 p.m. local time in a forested area near Makrykapa in central Evia, northeast of the isl

What Travelers Love Most About Greece—and What They Don’t

Greece maintains high satisfaction levels across digital platforms and social media, with culture, gastronomy, and local hospitality serving as the primary drivers of positive traveler sentiment. Conversely, environmental pressures, infrastructure strains, and sustainability concerns represent the k

How the Phoenicians Colonized Ancient Cyprus

The Phoenicians are most famous today for being excellent sailors who dominated much of the trade in the ancient Mediterranean. Unsurprisingly, they established numerous colonies to help them expand their trade and influence. One particularly notable island that they colonized was Cyprus. What do we

Divers Find 1,640 Pounds of Waste Beneath the Waters of Mykonos

Mykonos is known around the world for its clear blue waters and beaches, but a recent cleanup operation revealed that much of the Greek island’s waste is hidden underwater. Four cleanup operations carried out on Mykonos from July 1 to 3 removed approximately 767 kilograms (1690 lb) of waste from the

Greek PM Mitsotakis Rules Out Snap Elections, Targets Majority in Spring 2027 Vote

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday that Greece’s next general election will take place in the spring of 2027, ruling out an early vote and declaring that his center-right New Democracy party will seek an outright parliamentary majority and a third consecutive term in government.

The Stunning Ancient Greek Treasures of the Pontus Kingdom

Ancient Greek treasures, dated from the Kingdom of Pontus, a Hellenistic state located in the northeastern part of Anatolia, are displayed in a new museum in the city of Samsun, Turkey. Among the antiquities is the Amisos Treasure. It consists of 64 pieces, was found during a construction excavation

The 1955 Istanbul Pogrom That Devastated the City’s Greek Community

In 1955, the Greek population of the city of Istanbul were the victims of a heinous pogrom that resulted in the suffering and death of many.

Choirokoitia: Cyprus’ 9,000-Year-Old Neolithic Round-House Settlement

Less than four miles from the sea in the valley of the Maroni River in southern Cyprus lies one of the most significant Neolithic sites in the Mediterranean. Choirokoitia (also Khirokitia, Greek: Χοιροκοιτία) is the best-preserved Pre-Pottery Neolithic settlement on Cyprus and has been radiocarbon-d

Dassault: The Greek Connection of One of Europe’s Wealthiest Families

Dassault Aviation is the company behind the Rafale aircraft that Greece has acquired to help protect its borders.

The First Photo of Thessaloniki and Its Walls From the 1860s

A single image from the 1860s, posted in 2017 in the Facebook group “Old Photos of Thessaloniki,” sent ripples through local history circles and the wider public alike. The photo, according to its description, depicts Thessaloniki around the year 1860—an unrecognizable version of the city, enclosed

Greek PM Announces Broad Tax Relief and Income Support at Thessaloniki Fair

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a broad program of tax relief, wage increases and social support during his keynote address at the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair on Saturday evening. Mitsotakis said the government’s objective was to return the benefits of economic growth to

Greek Air Force F-4 Phantom Crashes at Athens Flying Week, Two Pilots Killed

A Greek Air Force F-4 Phantom fighter jet crashed during an aerial demonstration at the Athens Flying Week air show in Tanagra, north of Athens, on Saturday. The two crew members have been found dead, causing an official three-day mourning in the Greek Armed Forces. The twin-seat aircraft went down

Protest Over Donkey Rides on Santorini Turns Violent With Attack on PETA Activists

Three PETA Germany activists were attacked during a protest over the treatment of donkeys and mules on Santorini, Greece. The confrontation occurred on Friday, September 4, on the Karavolades steps, the steep route linking Fira with Santorini’s old port. The women were campaigning against the use of

The 7,000-Year-Old “Fat Lady” of Greece, the Oldest Known Cycladic Sculpture

The Fat Lady of Saliagos (also known as The Naked Lady of Saliagos) is the oldest known Cycladic sculpture. It is a marble figure from the Aegean Neolithic period discovered on the tiny islet of Saliagos between the Greek islands of Paros and Antiparos. The figure dates from about 5000 to 4000 BC an

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