Russian sees U.S. repeat Soviet death of science

Roald Sagdeev was a leading Soviet scientist who saw how his government destroyed its supremacy in science. Since 1990 a resident of the U.S., he is seeing the administration of Donald Trump do the same thing. Born in 1932 in Moscow, Sagdeev was...

Scientists and university clash over beekeeping ban

SOCIETY The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) has ordered the removal of a research beekeeping site operated by the Hellenic Agricultural Organization’s Institute of Mediterranean Forest Ecosystems, citing fire safety concerns...

New Academic Year Opens at Sofia University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy

The new academic year opened at Sofia University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) on Monday. In an address on the occasion, Regional Development and Public Works Minister Ivan Ivanov, whom was among the official guests, said...

How often does Tim Blake Nelson think about ancient Greece?

Tim Blake Nelson Photo by Stephanie Diani By PJ Grisar September 15, 2025 Tim Blake Nelson, the writer, director, actor and Jewish Okie, had a regimen for his three sons. Outside of school, Nelson — known for his folksy-but-cerebral turns in...

How often does Tim Blake Nelson think about ancient Greece?

Tim Blake Nelson Photo by Stephanie Diani By PJ Grisar September 15, 2025 Sign up for Forwarding the News, our essential morning briefing with trusted, nonpartisan news and analysis, curated by Senior Writer Benyamin Cohen. Tim Blake Nelson, the...

Labneh vs Greek Yogurt: Which One Has More Protein and Calories?

Key Takeaways Labneh is richer and denser than Greek yogurt, making it higher in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. Both provide similar amounts of protein, but labneh may be easier to digest for people with lactose sensitivities. Greek yogurt...

Netanyahu: Israel facing diplomatic isolation, must prepare for 'Athens and super-Sparta' economy

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke Monday at the Accountant General's Conference and issued a significant warning: "Israel is entering diplomatic isolation. We will have to deal with a closed economy. The world is dividing into blocs, and we...

Fruit fly tests in Greece target invasive species threat

In a small persimmon orchard in northern Greece, scientists carefully open paper bags to release thousands of flies, in an experiment aimed at blunting the destructive impact of invasive new species. The insects are sterile male Mediterranean...

A Greek Island Has 1,000 Private Chapels. Families Maintain Them for Faith and Community (Photos)

TINOS, Greece (AP) — More than a thousand chapels dot the Greek island of Tinos. In a rare centuries-old tradition, the mostly simple, room-sized stone structures are painstakingly maintained by the ordinary families that own them. These private...

Greek-American Officials Condemn Charlie Kirk Murder

WASHINGTON – Greek-American elected officials from across the political spectrum immediately condemned the cold-blooded murder of conservative political commentator and founder of the organization Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead...

Breaking News: Greece considers buying more F-35 fighter jets from the US to keep its air force effective for decades

As reported by Kathimerini on September 12, 2025, Greece is reassessing the modernization of its fighter fleet as the negotiations with the United States regarding the upgrade of 38 F-16 Block 50s remain unresolved after nearly five years. The...

First delivery of F-35 stealth fighters to Greece expected in late 2028

An F-35 fighter jet is seen taking off from the amphibious assault ship USS America. The delivery of the first F-35 made for the Hellenic Air Force is expected to take place at the end of 2028 based on current conditions, Gary North, vice...

Turkey Deploys Research Vessel in Disputed Aegean Zone

Tensions in the Aegean escalated on Monday after Turkey issued a navigational advisory (NAVTEX) announcing that its oceanographic vessel Piri Reis will conduct research in contested waters for ten days, beginning September 15. The Turkish NAVTEX,...

The Greek island with 1,000 chapels – more than one per 10 residents

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Klebsiella pneumoniae with Two Carbapenemases: Where Molecular Research Stands Now

Introduction Klebsiella pneumoniae is a crucial pathogen causing hospital- and community-acquired infections, including pneumonia, septicaemia, urinary tract infections, bacteraemia, meningitis and pyogenic liver abscesses.1 Since the 1990s, the...

"Congrats to our orthodox brothers" - Bogdan Bogdanovic drops heartfelt message for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece after bronze finish

Giannis Antetokounmpo finally won a medal for Greece in international competitions after outlasting Finland on Sunday to win bronze at the 2025 EuroBasket. Antetokounmpo received a heartfelt message from Serbia's Bogdan Bogdanovic, who knows a...

"Let me brag for one second": Giannis Antetokounmpo's wife Mariah pours her heart out after Bucks superstar wins first medal with Greece

Giannis Antetokounmpo's wife, Mariah, went on social media to express her love and support for her husband after he won his first medal with Greece. Antetokounmpo made history as he carried his country to a bronze medal win against Finland in...

Greek general strike October 1st! – No to 13-hour shifts bill

Greece’s largest trade union congress the GSEE has announced a 24-hour general strike on 1st October against a government bill allowing 13-hour daily shifts. They are demanding a 37.5-hour working week instead, with polls showing strong support...

Safeguarding Modern Greek’s future – Pharos Alliance President to raise subject during Greece visit

The topic of language learning will be illuminated in multiple facets as Pharos Alliance President Joseph Lo Bianco prepares to visit the homeland and address suggestions on how to protect the future of Modern Greek. Professor Lo Bianco will...

A Greek island has 1,000 private chapels. Families maintain them for faith, community

TINOS, Greece -- More than a thousand chapels dot the Greek island of Tinos. In a rare centuries-old tradition, the mostly simple, room-sized stone structures are painstakingly maintained by the ordinary families that own them. These private...