Konstantinos Kanaris during the Greek War of Independence. Lithography by Karl Krazeisen, 1831. Konstantinos Kanaris…
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How Europe Got Its Name: the Greek Myth of Europa
by Cahill Ahmet4 minutes readEurope got its name from the Greek princess of Phoenicia, Europa. According to Greek mythology, Zeus,…
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Ancient Greek Helmet and Inscription Unearthed in Italy’s Magna Graecia
by Dilara Azra1 minutes readAt the Acropolis of Elea-Velia in Magna Graecia, archaeologists have unearthed an ancient Greek helmet and inscription.…
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5 Songs Inspired by Greek Myth
by Afshin Yusuf5 minutes readThe grip Greek Myth has on our imaginations on some level is unsurprising, given the…
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What Ancient Greek Stories of Humans Transformed Into Plants Can Teach Us About Fragility and Resilience
7 minutes read(The Conversation) — For me, gardening is the most joyful summer activity, when I can…
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‘Faith, Food and Traditions:’ This Festival Brings Greek Culture to Sacramento-area Church
by Alara Burcu5 minutes readCars filled the streets Saturday near Thomas Walker’s Elk Grove home. When he heard traditional…
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“NCIS pathologist” David McCallum dies at 90
by Fatma Beste2 minutes readVienna, Brussels (26/9 – 36) David McCallum – the British actor who played as Dr.…
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Social Class in Ancient Greece: Sparta and Athens
by Dilara Azra5 minutes readThe division of people into various social classes is a persistent feature across civilizations and…