The list of texts Year 12 English students are allowed to study include ABC documentaries, Ancient Greek plays, and a George Clooney historical...

While the history of the alphabet of a particular language may not be of interest to many, it was quite significant to the Greeks. Lots of ancient...

The Greek goddess Aphrodite threatening her unruly child, Eros, with the back of her sandal, appears to have started a tradition among mothers that is...

The “gouri,” or Greek good luck charm, has proven to be a steadfast part of Greek culture since ancient times. With New Year celebrations...

Several Greek New Year customs are mainly celebrated with enthusiasm in rural Greece. Among these customs is the New Year’s ritual of Momogeroi,...

Smashing a pomegranate on New Year’s Day is an Ancient Greek custom that continues to this day as the fruit is considered a symbol of good fortune.

When one hears about “the longest word,” whatever language it is, absurd adjectives or ancient names of forgotten princes come to mind....

A mysterious inscription on an ancient Sphinx that puzzled scientists for decades has finally been deciphered as Greek writing. For decades, scholars...

A gymgoer has sparked debate after wondering whether it would be rude to help a stranger with an exercise.

It was once believed that Shakespeare was intimately familiar with ancient Greek tragedies and romances. However, that theory has long been...