The Unbelievable Variety of Greece’s Landscapes

Greece’s many coastal islands, dense urban centers, and historical architectural sites like the Parthenon have been iconic to foreigners across the world for decades. But the country is also home to an unbelievable variety of landscapes that non-natives would never associate with Greece. Lush forest

Anthony Bourdain’s Enduring Love Affair With Greece

Anthony Bourdain, the late chef, traveler, and culinary documentarian, visited virtually every corner of the globe to explore local delicacies, but Greece consistently ranked among his most cherished gastronomic destinations. His shows, particularly Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown, captured his deep

Greece Sees 15% Tourism Surge as Mediterranean Travel Patterns Shift

Greece posted one of the strongest tourism performances in Europe this year, as shifting Mediterranean travel patterns pushed more visitors toward Southern European destinations, according to UN Tourism. International arrivals in Greece rose 15% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same perio

Nearly 90% in Greece Struggle to Make Ends Meet, Eurostat Reports

Nearly nine in ten people in Greece (87.1%) struggled to make ends meet in 2025, the highest share recorded anywhere in the European Union, according to new figures released by Eurostat, the statistical office of the EU. The finding places Greece far above the EU average of 42.5%, underscoring the d

The Unique Tradition and Festival of Saint Sophia on the Greek Island of Ikaria

In the village of Monokambi on the Greek island of Ikaria, Saint Sophia’s feast brings together faith, tradition, and a village panigyri. At the heart of the story stands a small chapel built into the rock. Local tradition also connects the site with a story about relics hidden there for protection.

Greece Plans to Send Migrants Denied Legal Stay to Africa by 2027

Greece and four European Union partners are in advanced talks with an African country to establish a return hub, with an agreement targeted by the end of 2026 and operations planned for the second half of 2027, Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum Thanos Plevris said on September 16. Germany, Aust

Heading to Athens or Thessaloniki? Expect Higher Airport Taxi Fares

Travelers arriving in Athens and Thessaloniki will soon pay more for fixed-price taxi rides between the airports and city centers. In Athens, the daytime fare will rise from €40 ($46) to €50 ($57). The nighttime fare will increase from €55 ($63) to €65 ($74). The new fares will apply in both directi

Turkey Deploys Commando Brigade Opposite Greek Island of Samos

Turkey has established a new base for its 51st Commando Brigade in Söke, in Aydın province, on the Turkish coast opposite the Greek island of Samos. The brigade’s presence in the area became public in late August, when Brigadier General Yaşar Karaoğlu took command in Söke. The unit has since appeare

Greece Offers Up to €10,000 to Move to Remote Regions

Greece is preparing to offer financial incentives to people willing to relocate to some of the country’s remote border regions, with applications set to open in October. Social Cohesion and Family Minister Domna Michailidou said the expanded “Relocation” program will include areas such as the island

EU Parliament Lifts Immunity of Greek MEP Afroditi Latinopoulou Over Alleged Forged Signatures

The European Parliament voted on September 15, 2026, to lift the immunity of Greek MEP and leader of the “Voice of Reason” party Afroditi Latinopoulou, allowing legal proceedings in Greece over allegations involving her party’s founding signatures to move forward. The decision removes parliamentary

American Archaeologist Behind Decades of Discoveries at Ancient Corinth Dies at 96

Charles K. Williams II, the renowned American archaeologist who devoted more than three decades to excavations at Ancient Corinth, died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 96. His connection to Greece spanned more than six decades, and his archaeological work at Corinth continued almost until the e

Greece’s ‘Fishing For Litter’ Program Removes 360 Metric Tons of Marine Waste

Greece’s “Fishing for Litter” program has removed 360 metric tons of marine waste from the country’s waters since October 2019, according to environmental organization iSea. The effort has also recorded 514,798 pieces of debris collected by fishing crews and now operates through 25 ports across Gree

The Surprising Difference Between Saint Sophia and Constantinople’s Hagia Sophia

Every September 17, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Sophia and her three daughters, Faith, Hope and Love. Yet despite the familiar name, the feast has no connection to Istanbul’s famous Hagia Sophia. The coincidence of names, however, opens a fascinating window into two very different traditio

Greece’s Former Princess Katherine’s Grandson Found Dead at 44 Amid Police Investigation

Nicholas Brandram, the 44-year-old grandson of the late Princess Katherine of Greece, was found dead at his home in west London on Tuesday, British authorities said. Police and the London Ambulance Service attended the property shortly after 7 p.m. local time, but he was pronounced dead at the scene

How Greece Came to Borrow More Cheaply Than France Despite Higher Debt

Greece now borrows more cheaply than France despite its heavier debt burden, a reversal that reflects sharply different trends in public finances and government funding needs. On Tuesday, Greece’s 10-year government bond yield closed at about 4.29%, compared with roughly 4.50% for France, according

Parthenon’s Famous Optical Illusion Theory Is a Myth, Oxford Mathematician Says

A University of Oxford mathematician has challenged the long-held theory that ancient Greek builders designed the Parthenon’s subtle curves to compensate for optical illusions. Alain Goriely argues that the widely repeated explanation is likely a myth. Goriely laid out his case in a paper titled “Th

Von der Leyen Honors Greek Officer and Danish Pilot Killed in Firefighting Crash

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen paid tribute to the Greek liaison officer and Danish pilot who died together during a firefighting mission in Greece. Speaking at the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, she described both men as heroes. Aristotelis D

Greece Built the Pony Car 50 Years Ago—Now China Has a Driverless One

More than 50 years ago, Greece built a vehicle called the Pony. Today, the same name has appeared again—this time on a fully electric truck designed to drive itself. The coincidence comes as Chinese autonomous driving company Pony.ai unveils its latest Robotruck at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover

National Bank of Greece to Cancel 11.6 Million Shares in Major Capital Restructuring

The National Bank of Greece will cancel 11.58 million of its own shares on September 17. The move will reduce the number of outstanding shares and change the bank’s capital structure. NBG bought the shares through its share buyback program between June 2025 and March 2026. It paid an average of €12.

Maria Callas: The Greek-American Voice That Changed Opera Forever

Maria Callas may have died on September 16, 1977 but her immortal voice lives on, along with her legend. It’s no mystery why Greeks, Italians and Americans, all claim Callas as theirs. She was born Sophia Cecilia Anna Maria Kalogeropoulou on Dec. 2, 1923, in New York, her family name later shortened

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