Easter lamb traditions vary widely across Greece, shaped by local customs and beliefs

The Greek team had previously defeated another tournament favorite, the Netherlands, to reach the final.

This is the ultimate guide to mastering spit-roasted lamb—juicy, flavorful, and crispy on the outside. Whether it’s Easter or a festive gathering, this is your step-by-step recipe to roast like a pro, the traditional Greek way.

S&P’s decision raises the Greek economy to the second notch of investment grade ladder, at BBB with a stable outlook.

As with every Easter season in recent memory – with the notable exception of the pandemic – the exodus from the east Mediterranean country's cities has been biblical in scale

Easter Sunday in Greece is characterized by the outdoor roasting of a lamb or goat on a spit, on grills and large ovens

Recognition for the architect behind Barcelona's Sagrada Familia highlights his lifelong dedication to faith and architecture

Despite the global economic challenges and the controversial policies of the Trump administration, including tariffs, Americans remain committed to traveling—at least for the coming summer, a sentiment boding positive for Greek tourism. A recent survey by MMGY Global, conducted from April 3–5 with a sample of 1,000 U.S. adults, found that 83% of Americans still […]

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine in observance of the Orthodox Easter holiday. The ceasefire is set to begin on Saturday evening and will last until midnight on Easter Sunday. Putin also accused Ukraine of violating the moratorium on attacks against energy infrastructure over 100 times. […]

From symbolic swings to rocket wars and ritual meals for the dead, here are ten lesser-known Easter customs that reveal Greece’s deep cultural tapestry

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the Divine Liturgy of the First Resurrection at the Church of Evangelistria on the island of Tinos. During the service, Metropolitan Dorotheos of Syros addressed the Prime Minister, stating: “You had a spiritual need, as all of us do, to come here for a personal prayer—to draw strength and carry on. […]

A shocking video depicting the cold-blooded execution of a 42-year-old Egyptian man in the neighborhood of Kallithea, Athens, has been obtained by in.gr. The victim was live-streaming on Facebook at the exact moment he was shot dead. According to reports, the man was sitting in his car—engine running, window rolled down—parked in the underground garage […]

Some of the first color photographs of Athens and the Cyclades are now available online

Thousands of Greeks are waiting for the arrival of the Holy Fire in Greece for the culmination of the Paschal (Easter) celebrations at the stroke of midnight on Holy Saturday, when priests across the country will chant together with the faithful, “Christ is Risen.” The Holy Fire is expected to arrive in Athens around 7 […]

As it turns out, the Easter Bunny has roots that stretch far deeper than chocolate and candy, predating Christianity and stemming from ancient pagan rituals.

Is the 25-26 billion the government has announced Greece will be spending on armaments over the next 12 years too much or too little? If you’re Luxembourg or Switzerland, it’s probably a waste of money. But we’re Greece. And our neighborhood’s the same as it’s always been. With nothing reassuring in the air. It’s no […]

New evidence and revelations emerging about the “Truth Team” and the propaganda apparatus of Greece’s ruling New Democracy (ND) party and the prime minister’s office are now divulging a reality far beyond simple public opinion manipulation or character assassination of political rivals. What is coming to light is a murky, circuitous mechanism operating within the […]