Man stabs tourists near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece A man has stabbed and injured two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece’s top tourist attraction The Independent UK · Jul 21
Man walks into a Walmart in Athens, Tennessee, and is stunned that something is very different about this one. Then he runs his hands along the wall No labor, but the material is more expensive. We Got This Covered · Jul 20
Six London bars named among the 50 best in Europe - see the full list London is well represented on the Europe’s 50 Best Bars List, with more entries than any other destination in Europe Evening Standard · Jul 17
Quote of the Day by Epicurus: ‘It is the nature of the wise to resist pleasures, but the foolish to be…’ Greek philosopher’s timeless wisdom on pleasures and self-control Ancient philosopher Epicurus founded a school in Athens. He taught simple living and the pursuit of peace of mind. Epicurus believed wise people resist pleasures, while fools are enslaved. This wisdom emphasizes self-control and balance for a fulfilling life. His teachings guide discussions on ethics and human behavior today. The Economic Times · Jul 17
How controlling (and tolling) a narrow waterway near ancient Troy changed history Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated adaptation of The Odyssey officially opened in theatres this week. It retells Homer’s ancient epic of Odysseus’ journey home from the Trojan war. The Conversation · Jul 16
Quote of the day by Socrates: 'I am not an Athenian, nor a Greek, but a...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on cosmopolitanism, human connection, artificial borders, prejudice, universal empathy, cultural diversity and narrow patriotism Quote of the day by Socrates reminds people that human identity goes beyond nationality, culture, or borders. The famous saying, "I am not an Athenian, nor a Greek, but a citizen of the world," encourages empathy, respect, and shared responsibility. Though historians debate its origin, the message has influenced philosophy… The Economic Times · Jul 15
EU dismantles tax evasion network in Greece with raids in Athens and Kastoria The criminal network is estimated to have inflicted losses amounting to at least 46.9 million euros. Euronews · Jul 14
Mission to Andros: Wine, cheese and lemons, the 'golden' products shaping the island's future In recent years, new, modern wineries have revived Andros’s vineyards, putting the island firmly on the map for wine tourism. Euronews · Jul 14
Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Being happy is knowing how to...' Life lessons from motivational quote on simplicity, material wealth, true abundance, managing desires and gratitude Quote of the day by Epicurus reminds people that happiness comes from being content with what they already have instead of constantly seeking more. The ancient Greek philosopher believed that managing desires, practicing gratitude, building friendships and avoiding endless ambition create peace of mind. His teachings continue to influence discussions… The Economic Times · Jul 13
Passenger jet narrowly avoids disaster after clearing Luton runway at 13ft The incident involved a Boeing 737-800 plane carrying 162 passengers and six crew from London to Athens Evening Standard · Jul 9
Parkout, the app connecting drivers to parking spaces in Athens It operates in Athens districts without controlled parking, outside the historic centre, and lets drivers signal a freed space so a nearby motorist can claim it. Euronews · Jul 7
Celestyal unveils first winter sun western Mediterranean cruises The season starts with a repositioning cruise from Athens to Barcelona The Independent UK · Jul 6
Wildfires rage in tourist areas of Portugal, Greece and Spain amid toxic air warning People in Thessaloniki and Athens in Greece warned to stay inside due to wildfire toxic air The Independent UK · Jul 6
Aegean resumes direct flights between Paphos and Athens At 6:31 am local time, the first Aegean flight arrived in Athens, landing at the Greek capital’s airport in the early hours of Friday morning. Euronews · Jul 3
inkl · Jul 2 Is the Greece Golden Visa Still Worth It in 2026? Honest Assessment The world scene concerning residence by investment schemes has changed immensely. Since a number of European countries have either abolished or restricted their respective schemes, the investors are wondering if investing in the Greek Golden Visa program is worthwhile in 2026.
Euronews · Jul 1 'Εβίβα!' It's official: Europe's Best Bar is in Greece The inaugural list of Europe’s 50 Best Bars has been revealed, and it was a great night for the Greek capital Athens...
Euronews · Jun 30 At least four trapped after apartment block collapses in Athens, fire brigade says Emergency services have been deployed to the scene to help with the search and rescue operation and footage shown on local media showed workers walking in the rubble looking for signs of life.
The Economic Times · Jun 26 Greece's iconic Parthenon is back: One of the world’s most famous temples just reclaimed a lost piece of history Greece Parthenon restoration: Athens' iconic Parthenon has regained a significant piece of its history with the completion of its western pediment restoration. New marble blocks have been meticulously added, making this section the most complete in over two centuries.
Motorsport · Jun 25 WRC Acropolis Rally Greece: Sebastien Ogier starts with Athens super special win Ogier beat Thierry Neuville in the opening super special before the rally heads onto rough gravel
Euronews · Jun 25 'I'm in great shape,' boxing legend Floyd Mayweather tells Euronews ahead of Athens fight Floyd "Money" Mayweather was set to face Greek fighter Mike Zambidis in Athens on Saturday 27 June but the bout was postponed for September.
The Independent UK · Jun 22 EU border delays force Ryanair passengers to miss flight to London Up to 50 passengers were unable to board the flight to London Luton
The Conversation · Jun 22 An elite fighting unit of gay lovers – the Theban Sacred Band in ancient Greece In 1880, in the village of Chaironeia in central Greece, Greek archaeologists made a remarkable find: a largely undisturbed mass grave of 254 ancient soldiers, some of whom are buried arm in arm.
AAP · Jun 18 Parthenon facade restored after 200-year project Scaffolding on the western side of the Parthenon in Athens has been removed, revealing the facade for the first time in more than 200 years.
Evening Standard · Jun 17 Ryanair passengers stranded in Greece after 'border control delays' Ryanair blamed border delays for the disruption, while Athens International Airport said congestion was caused by ‘additional processing requirements’
AAP · Jun 16 Global Times: China-Greece civilizational dialogue sets model for mutual exchanges BEIJING, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Second World Conference of Classics opened in Athens, Greece on local time Tuesday, with discussions focused on issues related to classical civilizations and promoting academic exchanges and consensus-building in global classical studies, the Xinhua News Agency reported. A gathering of over 200 scholars,…