The important project of the Ministry of Culture to protect the archaeological site of the Heraion of Samos from coastal erosion is entering the implementation phase, following the positive opinion of the Central Archaeological Council (KAS) on the coastal engineering study addressing shoreline
Students across the US currently have no opportunity to pursue AP-level Greek studies. Credit: Thomas Wolf/ CC BY-SA 3.0 de A new initiative was launched in the US that aims to bring the Greek language and culture to American schools. The Advanced Placement (AP) Greek Language and Culture
Sydney’s Greek community came alive on November 16, 2025, as Greek Fest Brighton-Le-Sands 2025 transformed Bay Street into a sea of blue and white. Thousands gathered for this free, family-friendly event, marking the second year of its triumphant return to the suburb’s historic roots. Organized by
Paris, France – In a move prioritizing visitor and staff safety, the iconic Louvre Museum has shuttered its Campana Gallery, home to a prized collection of ancient Greek pottery, following the discovery of compromised structural supports. The closure, announced on Monday, stems from a recent
Paris, France – In a move prioritizing visitor and staff safety, the iconic Louvre Museum has shuttered its Campana Gallery, home to a prized collection of ancient Greek pottery, following the discovery of compromised structural supports. The closure, announced on Monday, stems from a recent
On Sunday, November 16, A sea of blue and white flooded the shores of Sydney’s GREEK FEST at Brighton-le-sands as Greek dancers, bouzouki players and families of all descriptions, proud ‘yiayiades’ and ‘papoudes’, suburban mums and dads with their toddlers, and young people of all ages and
The 44th Dimitria Festival, held on 15–16 November at the Pan Macedonian Hall in Mile End, once again brought Adelaide’s Macedonian-Greek community together for a vibrant weekend of culture, tradition, and celebration. Organised by the Pan Macedonian Federation of South Australia, the annual
The ancient Greeks had a mostly Mediterranean genetic makeup, with black hair and eyes being common. Credit: Aberdeen Painter, Public Domain The hair color of the ancient Greeks is a topic that has long intrigued historians and researchers. While we lack direct evidence, indirect clues about their
In a post that filled the community with much anticipation, Professor Nikoletta Tsitsanoudi–Mallidi from the University of Ioannina, announced that the next stop for the International Summer University “Greek Language, Culture and Media” in 2026 will be Sydney. A vibrant, multicultural city with a
Monemvasia, an centuries-old village in Greece that is one of the most historic of them all. Credit: Yiannis Chatzitheodorou/CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 The centuries-old villages of Greece are true hidden gems in a country that has attracted tourists for many decades. Despite Greece’s status as a prime travel
