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Giant Cretan Lyra set for Guinness World record recognition

A massive Cretan lyra has been unveiled in southern Crete as its creators pursue a Guinness World Records title.

New discoveries highlight size of Greek tomb associated with Alexander the Great

Archaeologists have revealed new details from the massive Kasta Tomb in Amphipolis, believed to date back to the era of Alexander the Great.

Rising costs in Turkey push more tourists toward Greece

Rising prices in Turkey are driving more Turkish tourists to Greece, while fewer Greeks are travelling across the border for shopping trips.

Greek hospital welcomes first therapy dog in national health system

Metaxa Hospital in Piraeus has welcomed Dylan, the first therapy dog to become a permanent part of a public hospital.

Greece warns of Turkish military threat after Ankara remarks

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias has accused Turkey of posing a direct military threat to Greece. Read more here.

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Opinion

‘Your turn to carry it forward’: Messages to future generations of Greek Australians

As The Greek Herald marks its centenary, prominent Greek Australians have penned letters to future generations.

Greek community leaders rally behind unity call over $119.5m Hellenic Village sale

Greek Australian community leaders have backed calls for unity over the $119.5 million Hellenic Village sale.

Speaking in which tongues? The liturgical language debate

The present debate within the Greek community of Australia concerning the language of the Divine Liturgy unfolds with a curious intensity.

 

 

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