Athens

Athens has lost its way: Is the birthplace of democracy normalizing antisemitism?

Combat Antisemitism Movement identified a planned demonstration expected to feature banners supporting Hamas, Hezbollah, and other extremist Islamist organizations

Riot police use pepper spray and a water cannon against pro-Palestinian protesters during a demonstration outside the Israeli embassy in Athens, Greece on May 15, 2021
A synagogue napkin made from satin, cotton and metal tassels is among the items being returned from Poland to Greece.

Poland returns 91 Jewish objects to Greece, decades after they were stolen by Nazis

Dana Eden attends Apple TV+'s "Tehran" Season 2 Premiere at The Robin Williams Center on May 04, 2022 in New York City.

Israeli producer, co-creator of 'Tehran' Dana Eden found dead during filming in Greece

Travellers at Ben-Gurion Airport, October 23, 2025.

Planes are preparing to leave Ben-Gurion Airport in case of missile strikes, Regev says


Lap it up in poolside luxury: 48 hours at the Dolli hotel in Athens

The Greek capital’s culinary and hospitality scene has seen a remarkable surge, with 31 five-star hotels now gracing the city – up from just 15 eight years ago.

 The swimming pool at The Dolli.

Sunken village emerges in Greece as drought dries up lake

The shrinking Lake Mornos in Greece reveals remnants of the village Kallio submerged since 1980 due to severe drought and heatwaves.

 The reappearing remains of buildings of the village of Kallio, which was intentionally flooded in 1980 to create a reservoir that would help meet the water needs of Greek capital Athens, are seen following receding water levels caused by drought, in Lake Mornos, Greece, September 3, 2024.

Kefalonia: Discover Greece's hidden gem with stunning beaches, luxury resorts, and charming village

Explore Kefalonia’s stunning beaches, luxury resorts, and charming villages. Discover why this Greek island should be on your travel list.

 THE INFINITY pool at Emelisse Nature Resort.

Italian research team possibly locates renowned philosopher Plato's precise resting place

Plato's possible final resting place was hinted at through deciphering ancient scroll, linking him to a garden at the Academy in Athens, recent research using advanced imaging technologies shows.

Statue of the goddess Athena looking over Plato at the Academy in Athens.

Was Socrates a real person?

Known as the "Mad Gadfly," Socrates's life, philosophical teachings, and trial and execution by Athens are world famous. But was he real?

 The Death of Socrates (1787). Oil on canvas, 129.5 × 196.2 cm (51.0 × 77.2 in). Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Ancient graffiti leads archaeologists on a treasure hunt for lost ancient Athenian temple

It is believed that the temple could have been destroyed during the Greco-Persian wars.

 Patch of bedrock where the graffito is located (arrow); the earthen road is visible in the background.

Israelis chant "Bring Them Home!" at Coldplay concert, Chris Martin singles out Israeli boy

The boy was holding a sign in memory of Shir Eilat, one of the border observers murdered on October 7 when the Nahal Oz base was overrun by Hamas.

CHRIS MARTIN performs at the Global Citizen Festival at Central Park in Manhattan, New York.

This lesser-known Greek island should be top of your list this summer

Spend a few days exploring the beaches of Samos, Greece.

 Kaladakia Beach, Greece.

Clashes break out in pro-Palestinian rally in Greece

More than 300 people carrying Palestinian flags and banners reading "Hands off Rafah!" rallied outside the parliament building in the Greek capital.

A man waves a Palestinian flag as Palestinians and pro-Palestinian demonstrators protest next to the Greek parliament, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Athens, Greece, May 7, 2024.

Tzviki Eshet, Greco to lead culinary journeys following Greek cuisine to Athens, island of Kea