On the Thursday 10 days before lent begins, Greeks turn out in droves to stuff themselves with grilled meat before the 40-day fast. It’s known as Tsiknopempti, literally “Barbecue Thursday.” With ...

The 58th International Mathematical Olympiad held in Rio de Janeiro from 12 to 23 July 2017 was completed. The Greek mission ranked 12th in the world, third in Europe and the first among the countries ...

1994 Greek stamps with Constantin Carathéodory and pre-Socratic philosopher Thales of Miletus (c. 624 – c. 546 BC) (via Science on Stamps) His work has dramatically influenced scientists in various ...

Here is a simple summary of the Greek bailout math explained with just 2 numbers. First, the country has to do the impossible. As Citi's Jurgen Michels summarizes: "Once the whole new cabinet is ...