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Two centuries on, Greece loves Byron more than ever

200 years after the revolutionary Romantic poet’s death, Greeks are celebrating his place in their national pantheon

The Guardian - UK

Greece Adds Convicted Albanian Politician To European Parliament Candidate List

Greece's conservative party adds convicted Albanian politician to European Parliament candidate list, escalating tensions. Western Balkan countries seek EU...

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‘Sprinting is not an addiction to me’ – Mark Cavendish prepares to return at Tour of Turkey

Manxman trains in Greece after four-weeks out of action

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Paris Olympics: What is the significance of the Olympic flame, as it starts its journey in Greece?

The official countdown to the Paris Olympics has started

Evening Standard

World oceans summit nets $10bn in sustainability pledges

More than 400 commitments amounting to $10 billion were made this week at an international summit on saving the oceans, host country Greece has said.

Radio France Internationale

Greek Labor Union Strikes For Collective Bargaining Rights

Greece's largest labor union, GSEE, organizes strikes demanding reinstatement of collective bargaining rights, impacting public services and highlighting u...

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“If a musical piece lasts for 6 minutes 30 seconds, it usually means it took me that time to create it”: Vangelis on how the natural, positive force of music got corrupted

In a rare interview, the singular creative force detailed his distaste for the music industry and explained his thinking on the science and power of his art

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Switzerland signs Artemis Accords to join NASA in moon exploration

Switzerland became the 37th country to sign the Artemis Accords for peaceful moon exploration with NASA on April 15, following the inclusion of Greece and Uruguay in February.

Space

Greece Plans Marine Parks Despite Criticism

Greece launches 780-million-euro program for marine parks to protect biodiversity and ecosystems, facing diplomatic tensions with Turkey.

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Paris 2024 Olympic flame lit in Greece at ancient birthplace of the Games

The sacred flame for the Paris 2024 Olympics was lit Tuesday in ancient Olympia, birthplace of the ancient Games, setting off an epic three-month torch relay to the July 26 opening ceremony.

France 24

Paris 2024 Games Flame Lit In Ancient Olympia

Owing to cloudy weather, Greek actresses in the role of ancient priestesses used a flame lit in a rehearsal Monday in the 2,600-year-old Temple of Hera, near the stadium where the Olympics were born in 776 BC.

International Business Times

Paris Olympics Flame Kindled In Ancient Olympia

The Olympic flame for Paris Olympics was ignited in Greece and will travel through Greece and France before reaching Marseille on May 8.

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Despite weather glitch, Paris Olympics flame lit at the Greek cradle of ancient games

Ancient Olympia hosts the lighting of the Paris Olympics flame, a tradition dating back to the 1936 Olympics.

The Hindu

Olympic flame begins long journey from Greek birthplace to Paris

The flame for this summer's Paris Olympics was lit at a ceremony at the ancient site of Olympia in Greece on Tuesday, ahead of a torch relay that will start in Athens. After a 12,000-kilometre journey through mainland France and the overseas French territories, it will arrive in Paris for…

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Paris 2024 Olympic flame lit at ancient birthplace of the Games

The sacred flame for the Paris 2024 Olympics was lit Tuesday in Greece’s ancient Olympia, birthplace of the ancient Games, kicking off an epic torch relay stretching from the Acropolis to the South Pacific.

The Guardian - UK

Femicide surge: the Cycladic figures found in the Aegean show a deep respect for the female body. How did Greece lose this?

With their serene poses, beautiful curves and arms often enfolding pregnant bellies, these figurines celebrate the miracle of fertility. Sadly, I saw them during protests about violence against women

The Guardian - UK

Retreat to Crete: why the Greek island is a perfect escape

The unspoilt northeast of Greece’s largest island offers a restorative mix of uncrowded beaches, authentic tavernas and extraordinary views

The Times of India

Jannik Sinner sets up Monte Carlo semi with two-time winner Stefanos Tsitsipas

NEW DELHI: Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece advanced to the semi-finals of the Monte Carlo Masters, keeping his quest for a third title alive with a commanding performance against Russia's Karen Khachanov.

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The Lens Of Humanity: Andrew Pateras’ Global Journey Through The Eyes Of A Photographer

Exploring cultures and landmarks worldwide, Pateras' lens captures the essence of human experience and the beauty of diverse narratives.

Evening Standard

Greece offers 'free' holidays to Brits who were forced to flee Rhodes wildfires in 2023

Thousands of Brits who fled wildfires in Rhodes last July have been offered a free seven-night stay this year.

The Guardian - UK

Greece launches ‘free’ holidays for tourists who fled 2023 Rhodes wildfires

Up to 25,000 holidaymakers, mainly from Britain, in line for vouchers to cover a week’s hotel stay

France 24

Greek Solution: Greece's far right gathers steam before EU elections

With two months to go before the European elections, the Greek far right continues to make headway since ultranationalist parties achieved record scores in the last legislative elections. The Greek Solution party, which currently has only one MEP in the European Parliament, continues its ascension in the polls.

France 24

Local Greeks pushed out as mass tourism takes over Athens

In Greece, the success of the tourist industry is making it difficult for local Greeks to keep up with surging property prices. Short-term rentals are booming, while chain stores are replacing local retailers. Residents are being forced out, with more than 40 percent of their disposable income spent on housing…

International Business Times

Greek Valley That Became A Lake Stirs Drought Debate

Gracefully rising above a din of croaking frogs as the sun sets, a pelican flies over Lake Karla, one the largest inland expanses of water in Greece.

Evening Standard

Costa Navarino, Greece: a food-lover's guide to the sustainable hotspot

Radhika Aligh has an authentic farm-to-table experience in the Peloponnese

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