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Andreas Papandreou: The Man Who Changed Greece Forever

It was June 23, 1996, when Greece lost its first leftist prime minister and great reformist Andreas Papandreou.

Filiki Eteria: The Group That Sparked the Greek War of Independence

The Filiki Eteria, or the Society of Friends was founded on September 14, 1814, and played a crucial role in the Greek War of Independence.

Why the Death of 15-Year-Old Alexandros Grigoropoulos Still Echoes in Greek Society

December 6th marks the anniversary of the killing of 15-year-old Alexandros Grigoropoulos by police officer Epaminondas Korkoneas in 2008.

The Life and Legacy of Dionysius the Areopagite, Athens' Patron Saint

Saint Dionysius the Areopagite is the patron saint of the city of Athens, and is also known as the protector of judges and the judiciary.

Celebrating 100 Years: The Thessaloniki International Fair

The Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) is an important commercial exhibition event which takes place annually in Thessaloniki.

Evangelistria Monastery in Skiathos, the Cradle of Modern Greece

The Evangelistria Monastery on the Greek island of Skiathos holds the story of Modern Greece in its walls, hallways, and courtyards.

Vergina: The Day Proof of Macedonia’s Greek Origin Was Uncovered

In Vergina, a small town in northern Greece, Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos found proof of Macedonia's Greek roots.

The Greek Jew of Thessaloniki Who Turned Executioner for the Nazis

This is the story of a Greek Jew of Thessaloniki called Vital Hasson who collaborated with the Nazis during WWII.

Greece Signs Deal With France to Purchase 18 Rafale Jets

Greece is to sign a formal agreement with France for the purchase of 18 Rafale fighter jets at a ceremony in Athens on Monday.

Greece Delivers Aid to Quake-Struck Croatia

Greece delivered humanitarian aid to Croatia on Wednesday in response to the country's request for assistance after Tuesday's earthquake.

Kalymnos Island on Strict Lockdown After Rise in Coronavirus Infections

Kalymnos has been placed under strict coronavirus lockdown as of Thursday, New Year's Eve, the government said on Wednesday.

102-Year-Old Patient Recovers From COVID in Greece, Returns Home

A truly miraculous story took place earlier this week in Greece’s hospital of Corfu in the Ionian Sea, where the oldest hospitalized patient wit…

PM Mitsotakis on OXI Day: Drawing on Historic Greek Values to Face Today's Challenges

On the occasion of OXI Day, the great national holiday of Greece, when it celebrates the resounding “NO!” uttered by its Prime Minister to Musso…

Greece Recalls Ambassador to Azerbaijan

Greece recalled its ambassador to Azerbaijan on Wednesday after what it said were “unfounded and offensive” claims by the Azeri government that…

Greece Braces for Historic Verdict on Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn

The verdict in the trial of the Neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn is due to be announced by an Athens Criminal Appeals Court on Wednesday, October 7 at…

Greek Doctor with Bruised Face Makes Passionate Plea: Please Wear a Mask!

A Greek doctor made a passionate appeal through social media for people to wear a mask to prevent the further spread of the coronavirus. As the…

Ankara Shuns Germany's Mediation, Continues Threats Against Greece

The efforts of German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas to act as a mediator between Athens and Ankara did not seem to fear fruit as his Turkish count…

Huge Vessel USS Hershel “Woody” Williams Arrives in Crete

USS Hershel “Woody” Williams, the second of a new class of sea-based ships called Expeditionary Sea Bases, docked at Crete’s Souda Bay base on T…