Research

Home of the Gods: How Tall is Mount Olympus?

A team of researchers has scaled the peaks of Mt Olympus, Greece's highest mountain, to recalculate its elevation a century after it was first measured.

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Parthenon Marbles

Investigating the Mysterious “Crust” on the Parthenon Marbles

A scientific study on the mysterious “orange-brown crust” that covers sections of the Parthenon Marbles fails to provide any definitive conclusions.

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Research

Experts Call for Restrictions on Ionian Beaches at Risk of Landslides

Following a 3-year study by Athens University on landslides and coastal erosion, scientists are calling for restrictions on access to 14 Ionian beaches.

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Science

Mercenaries for Hire: Ancient DNA Study Makes Startling Discovery

DNA analysis of 54 skeletons from the ancient Greek colony of Himera in Sicily reveals the presence of foreign mercenaries from further away than previously thought.

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Heritage

Two Greek Areas Listed as World Geological Heritage Sites

The petrified forest of Lesvos and the volcanic caldera of Santorini have been included in the first list of 100 World Geological Heritage Sites.

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Science

Who is Artemis? NASA’s Latest Mission to the Moon

The latest lunar exploit, named after the Greek goddess of animals, hunting and the wilderness, aims to study the effects of radiation on women’s bodies.

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Science

Last Supermoon of the Year to Light Up the Sky Tonight

Is the heat keeping you indoors? Don't worry, the view of landmarks and ancient sites will be even better after nightfall.

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Science

First Supermoon of the Year to Rise on Monday and Tuesday Night

Though dubbed the "pink moon," it won't be appear in any unusual color. It will, however, be incredibly big and bright.

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