Greeks Rank Last in EU for Fact-Checking News and Information Online

Fewer than one in 10 Greeks verified the news and other information they found online in 2025, according to new figures from Eurostat, making Greece the least likely country in the 27-nation bloc to double-check what shows up on a screen. Just 9.8% of Greek residents between the ages of 16 and 74 sa

The El Greco Icon Hidden for Centuries in a Greek Island Church

A remarkable early work by Domenikos Theotokopoulos was venerated for generations in Greece before its hidden signature revealed the identity of its creator. Inside a church in the heart of Ermoupolis on the Greek island of Syros, a remarkable work by El Greco remains far from the crowds that gather

Cyprus and Greece Record Lowest Suicide Rates in the EU, Eurostat Shows

Cyprus and Greece recorded the lowest suicide rates in the European Union in 2023, according to new figures released by Eurostat. The two Mediterranean countries stood far below the EU average, with Cyprus reporting 3.5 deaths per 100,000 residents and Greece close behind at 4.3, making them the saf

‘A Second Chance for the Country’: Former PM Tsipras Calls for Political Change in Greece

The political spotlight turned to Thessaloniki as former Prime Minister and leader of ELAS, Alexis Tsipras, took the stage for a comprehensive press conference on the sidelines of the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF). Tsipras outlined his policy roadmap, fielded questions on the political clima

Greece Makes Space History as Mitsotakis, Macron Announce First Greek Astronaut’s ISS Mission

In a historic milestone for Greece’s scientific and technological landscape, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis officially announced the upcoming mission of the first Greek astronaut to the International Space Station (ISS). The announcement came during his working visit to the French capital on the

Athens Beats Paris and New York to Win Cocktail Culture City of the Year

Athens has long been introduced to the world through its ancient monuments. The Acropolis, the Parthenon and the city’s extraordinary archaeological heritage remain at the heart of its identity. But there is another Athens emerging after sunset. It is an Athens of rooftops, neighborhood bars, long M

Greek Singer Giorgos Mazonakis Dies at 54 After Cardiac Arrest

Giorgos Mazonakis, one of Greece’s most popular and distinctive singers, died on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, after suffering cardiac arrest. He was 54 years old. Mazonakis was rushed in critical condition to Elpis Hospital in Athens, where doctors confirmed his death. Further details about the cir

World’s Most Endangered Tiger Cubs Born in Greece

Three Sumatran tiger cubs were born at Attica Zoological Park near Athens, Greece, offering a vital boost to international efforts aimed at preventing the extinction of the critically endangered species. First Vet Check and Homeric Names The trio—two males and one female—was born in early July. On T

Ancient Olympia and Australia’s Gold Coast Become Sister Cities Ahead of 2032 Olympics

In a historic milestone rich with Olympic symbolism, Ancient Olympia and the Australian city of Gold Coast have officially signed a sister city agreement. The formal ceremony took place on Tuesday, September 8, in front of the iconic Temple of Hera—the exact sanctuary where the Olympic Flame is trad

Sicily: Whole Island is a Museum Dedicated to Ancient Greece

Sicily is not just an island; it’s a living testament to the grandeur of ancient Greece, a unique outdoor museum known as Magna Graecia (“Great Greece”). The island was a crucial hub of Hellenic civilization, and its ancient cities rivaled Athens and Corinth in power, wealth, and architectural splen

Primary School Enrollment in Greece Hits Decade Low, Eurostat Shows

Primary school enrollment in Greece has fallen to its lowest point in over a decade, according to new figures from Eurostat. The country counted 566,659 pupils in primary schools in 2024, the lowest total in Eurostat’s data going back to 2013. The decline has been steady rather than sudden. Enrollme

AEK Athens Beat LASK on Champions League Return and Climb UEFA Ranking

AEK Athens marked their return to the UEFA Champions League with a 1-0 victory over Austrian champions LASK at the Allwyn Arena on Tuesday, September 8. Răzvan Marin scored the only goal of the league-phase opener with a superb free kick in the 21st minute, giving AEK their first victory in the Cham

New Global Study Links 3,100 Deaths in Greece to Second-Hand Smoke

A new global health study estimates that second-hand smoke contributed to about 3,100 deaths in Greece in 2023. The finding places the country among many nations still struggling to shield non-smokers from tobacco fumes they never chose to breathe. The figure comes from the Global Burden of Disease

Nearly Half of Greece’s 15-Year-Olds Fall Below Basic Math Proficiency

Nearly one in two Greek 15-year-olds fails to reach basic proficiency in mathematics, according to the latest PISA results, highlighting Greece’s continued struggle to close the education gap with other developed countries. Greek students remain well below the OECD average across all core subjects,

Lost Verses of Greek Philosopher Empedocles Reveal Influence on Roman Poet Lucretius

A newly discovered fragment of lost ancient Greek verses is giving scholars fresh evidence that the philosopher Empedocles influenced the Roman poet Lucretius in ideas as well as literary style. Belgian philologist Nathan Carlig found the papyrus fragment at the French Institute of Oriental Archaeol

Greece, Cyprus and Egypt Strengthen Strategic Alliance at Trilateral Summit

Against the backdrop of pivotal shifts in security and energy dynamics across the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East, the leaders of Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt convened today in the coastal city of El Alamein, Egypt, for a high-level Trilateral Summit. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis,

Who Will Control the Source Code of Greece’s $3.53 Billion Israeli-Built Achilles Shield?

Greece’s €3.035 billion ($3.53) agreement with Israel for the Achilles Shield air-defense network has raised a critical question: Will Athens possess the software source code needed to modify and develop the system independently? The available public information does not support a simple answer. An

Greek Exports Hit €32.8 Billion as Food, Machinery and Industry Gain Ground

Greek exports are off to a strong start in 2026, rising 14.9 percent in the first seven months of the year to €32.76 billion, according to provisional data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). The increase accelerated in July. Exports reached €5.07 billion, up 15.9 percent from J

Why the Athens Book Festival Is One of the City’s Best September Experiences

There is something wonderfully old-fashioned about wandering among books. You do not always know exactly what you are looking for. You walk past one stand, then another. A title catches your eye. You pick up a book, read the back cover, put it down—and a few minutes later find yourself going back to

Athens Airport Breaks All-Time Record With Over 4 Million Passengers in August

Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” reached historic highs, with August setting an all-time monthly record. For the first time in the airport’s history, monthly passenger volume surpassed the 4 million milestone, underscoring the Greek capital’s steady momentum

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