With a military parade in Paris different from the usual and with the presence of European leaders, wanting to send clear messages, France honored Bastille Day.

Maro Kontou passed away at the age of 92.

Sales of Homer's "Odyssey" and "Iliad" have jumped as much as 400% in Greece ahead of the July 17 premiere of Christopher Nolan's film adaptation, according to publishers who say the movie has reignited global interest in the ancient epics.