The words to the US National Anthem were written by Francis Scott Key, as he watched the British Royal Navy bombarding Fort McHenry ...

On March 25th, 1821, as dawn embarked on the rugged hills of the Peloponnese, the flagof the revolution was raised at the ...

The Rod of Asclepius is a striking emblem: a simple staff with a lone snake coiled around it, universally acknowledged as a symbol of medicine and healing.

Those planning to travel to Greece this year have been given three key dates to avoid. The UK Foreign Office has updated its ...

The Greek War of Independence that begun in 1821 is full of memorable events, most of them bloody battles and heroic feats.

A child dressed as an Evzonas, holds a Greek flag before the Presidential Guards in Athens ahead of a parade marking Greece's ...

The UK is set to bask in temperatures warmer than Greece this Wednesday, with the mercury predicted to hit 18C. This week's sunny weather, including Thursday - the hottest day of the year so far ...

Greece effortlessly blends ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and world-renowned cuisine, making it a dream destination for travellers. Whether you’re drawn to its rich cultural heritage or ...

Global City Norwich kicks off its season of flag raisings and festivals with a Greek Flag Raising on Sunday. The event commemorates both Greek Independence Day and the 115th anniversary of Holy ...

Sports Mole previews Sunday's Nations League clash between Scotland and Greece, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. The visitors will travel to Hampden Park with the difficult ...

A 16-year-old Kettering school student has flown the flag for the UK at an EU youth event in Brussels. Bishop Stopford School pupil Esther Hobbs was selected earlier this year to represent the UK ...

Scotland survived an onslaught from Greece in Athens as Scott McTominay’s first-half penalty proved enough to take a one-goal lead back to Hampden in their Nations League relegation play-off.