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Social Class in Ancient Greece: Sparta and Athens

The division of the population into distinct social classes varied across different city-states, kingdoms and polities in ancient Greece.

The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy

The mystery of the Riace Bronzes, two ancient Greek statues remains strong since the day they were recovered off the coast of Calabria.

The Female Gladiators of Ancient Rome

Archaeological evidence suggests the existence of "Gladiatrix," female gladiators who competed in ancient Rome.

The Indian Buddhist Monk Who Reached Ancient Greece 2,000 Years Ago

In the archaeological site of Kerameikos in Athens, Greece, there is an ancient tomb of an Indian Buddhist monk named Zarmanochegas.

The Greek-Italian Painter Who Adorned US Capitol With Exquisite Art

The Greek-Italian painter Constantino Brumidi was one of the most influential artists to contribute his talents to the Capitol in D.C.

The Ancient Greek Culture and Language in Africa

The ancient Greek language and culture spread through Africa following the conquests of Alexander the Great on the continent.

Greek Art Found on 2,000-Year-Old Celtic Coins Shows Cultural Reach in Central Europe

Celtic coins found in the Czech Republic show how ancient Greek art and culture influenced Central Europe over 2,000 years ago.

The Monk Who Waves the Greek Flag at Fighter Jets

A Greek monk at Mount Athos has been waving the Greek flag for years each time a military plane passes over his monastery.

Santorini Boasts First Painting of Nature Scene in European Art History

The Spring Fresco, found at the site of Akrotiri in Santorini, is the first painting of a nature scene in European art history to date.

Samina Ferry Disaster Haunts Greece 25 Years Later

The disaster of the ferry boat Express Samina on September 26, 2000 off the coast of Paros that claimed the lives of 81 people

Antiquities Raid in Greece Uncovers Preserved Human Fetus

Alongside a significant haul of ancient artifacts in Athens, Greece, police uncovered a jar containing a preserved human fetus.

Stylites, Byzantine Era's Most Extreme Hermits

Stylites took the urge to leave the world behind so seriously that they become hermits to an extreme that few others could match.

Greece's Tourism: High Visitor Satisfaction, Sustainability Gaps

Greece's tourism sector showed strong performance in the second quarter of 2025, with the visitor satisfaction exceeding the European average

Thespians: The Forgotten Heroes of the Battle of Thermopylae

The Battle of Thermopylae (480 BC) is one of the most famous last stands in history. However, the Spartans did not march to Thermopylae alone

France Returns Skull of Malagasy King Toera

France has returned a skull believed to be that of Malagasy King Toera, along with two others, under a new restitution law, to Madagascar.

This Greek Orthodox Saint Can Help You Find Anything If You Bake Him a Fanouropita

August 27 marks the celebration of St. Fanourios and to honor him Greek women typically bake a Fanouropita, or Saint Fanourios Pie

Greece Considers Extending Patriot Air Defense Mission in Saudi Arabia

Greece is considering extending its Patriot missile mission in Saudi Arabia until 2026, highlighting deepening defense ties with Riyadh.

The Naming Customs of Greece, From Ancient Times to Today

Contemporary Greek naming customs are deeply rooted in a rich history that extends back to ancient Greece.