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Joy Among the Stoics: Modern Resurgence and Ancient Response

Desiring God - Minnesota · July 9, 2025

ABSTRACT: Millions of modern secular people are finding meaning from a millennia-old philosophy: Stoicism. Thankfully, Christians wondering how to respond have an expert guide in Augustine, who engaged with the Stoics of his own day in his...

Two ancient Athens slated for facelift

Kathimerini ·

CULTURE [InTime News] The Culture Ministry is undertaking a major redesign and restoration of the Ancient Agora and Kerameikos archaeological sites in Athens. Led by Minister Lina Mendoni and funded with €6.8 million from the Recovery and...

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity breaks ground in Micah’s Creek neighborhood

WUGA - Georgia · July 7, 2025

On Monday, June 30th, the Athens Area Habitat for Humanity broke ground on its latest development, Micah’s Creek. Micah’s Creek neighborhood will be made up of approximately 40 single-family homes, 15 two-bedroom bungalows, and 11 tiny homes....

Greece Rolls Out €50M Cultural Routes Plan to Boost Regional Tourism

Greek Travel Pages · July 7, 2025

Culture Minister Lina Mendoni (right) during the presentation of the new initiative. Photo source: Culture Ministry The Greek Culture Ministry has unveiled a new, EU-funded initiative to create a network of cultural routes across the country,...

Acropolis Closes Temporarily Due to Extreme Heatwave in Athens

To Vima · July 8, 2025

Greece’s most iconic tourist site, the Acropolis, will remain closed for four hours today (July 8) as scorching temperatures sweep across the country. With the mercury expected to soar above 40°C (104°F), the archaeological site will shut its...

Athens Invites Citizens to Help Design ‘15-Minute Open Neighborhoods’

Greek Travel Pages · July 7, 2025

Athens, Greece. Workshops across the city aim to reshape local life by putting essential services within walking distance The Municipality of Athens is taking bold steps to rethink urban living – and it’s inviting residents in Athens to help lead...

Acropolis closes as Greece sizzles under another severe heatwave

Al Jazeera · July 8, 2025

Scorching heat forces closure of the iconic site amid severe weather warnings and fire risks across the country. Greece has shut the Acropolis and halted outdoor work across the country as a fierce heatwave scorches the region, pushing...

Sexual Harassment, Burnout a Growing Concern in Greek Workplaces

To Vima · July 8, 2025

Workplace sexual harassment and bullying are becoming increasingly common in Greece, according to a recent study by the Labour Institute of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE). The research paints a troubling picture of working life...

Greece - Turkey: New cooperation protocol to strengthen bilateral tourism

Tornos News · July 7, 2025

In an important initiative to strengthen the tourist flow between Greece and Turkey, the two countries signed a Cooperation Protocol aimed at developing alternative tourism and improving transport connections. The agreement was sealed in Ankara,...

Greek and Roman Rock-Cut Tombs Unearthed in Aswan, Egypt

Greek Reporter · July 7, 2025

A joint team uncovers Greek and Roman rock-cut tombs in Aswan. Credit: Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (Egypt) A team of Egyptian and Italian archaeologists has uncovered a cluster of ancient burial sites near the Aga Khan Mausoleum in Aswan,...

Athens Green Spaces to Get €27M Boost Under New Regional Strategy

Greek Travel Pages · July 7, 2025

Photo source: Attica Region Three landmark green spaces across Athens to undergo regeneration under new regional strategy The most prominent public parks in Athens are set for a comprehensive transformation, as the Region of Attica launches a 27...

Acropolis shuts, outdoor work halted during Greece's heat wave

The Manila Times · July 8, 2025

ATHENS — Greece's top archaeological monument, the Acropolis, was partially shut on Tuesday as part of emergency measures to protect visitors and workers across the South European country during a four-day heat wave. The Greek culture ministry...

Grace Mykonos, Greece, hotel review

The Independent · July 8, 2025

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Acropolis closes as heatwave grips Greece

BBC ·

The Acropolis is closing temporarily on Tuesday as soaring temperatures continue to grip Greece. The popular site in the capital city of Athens was shutting from 13:00-17:00 local time (11:00-15:00 BST), the country's culture ministry said. Highs...

Acropolis shuts, outdoor work halted as heatwave scorches Greece

Yahoo News ·

Greece's top archaeological monument, the Acropolis, was partially shut Tuesday as part of emergency measures to protect visitors and workers around the country during a four-day heatwave. The Greek culture ministry said the world-renowned site...

Greek People Don't Use Vinegar in Their Greek Salads—They Do This Instead

Allrecipes ·

A Greek salad is the ultimate summer dish. It’s cool, crisp, and refreshing, and cuts through any rich BBQ dish you just took off the grill. Best of all, the recipe is unbelievably simple. I suspect you could whip it up without a recipe at all....

Greece imposes compulsory work breaks as heatwave grips country

LBC ·

7 July 2025, 15:44 A tourist with an umbrella walks outside the Acropolis while authorities in Greece have imposed mandatory work stoppages in parts of the country where temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius. Picture: Alamy...

Greek Consulate inaugurated in Korçë, Hasani: An important partner for us

Euronews Albania · July 7, 2025

Albanian Foreign Minister Igli Hasani participated on Monday in the inauguration of the Greek Consulate in the city of Korçë. Also present at the ceremony were Greece’s Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and Greek MEP Fredi Beleri. In his...

Athens Pride & Queer Collective appoints first executive director

Athens Reporter - Georgia · July 7, 2025

Athens Pride and Queer Collective (APQC) has appointed Elliot Williamson as its first Executive Director. This development marks a significant milestone for the organization, which focuses on inclusive leadership in Athens and Northeast Georgia....

Turkish Journalists Discover Santorini’s Culture and Cuisine Amid New Flight Launch

Greek Travel Pages · July 7, 2025

Georgia Nomikou, President of the Municipal Council and the Tourist Committee of the Municipality of Thira; Maria Rachmanidou, Head of the GNTO Office in Turkey; Journalists Fikret Can Kusadali and Ragip Soylu; and Katerina Filippou, Marketing...