A small marble fragment believed to be from a 6th-century B.C. temple on the Acropolis has been voluntarily returned to Greece by a family in Chile that had held it for nearly a century, the culture ministry announced.
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) has released updated 2025 fact sheets on the U.S. strategic partnerships with Greece and the Republic of Cyprus, underscoring the expanding defense, diplomatic, and economic ties between the U.S. and its key Eastern Mediterranean allies.
The Culture Ministry is once again organising events for the August full moon this year, under the coordination of the General Directorate of Antiquities and Cultural Heritage, offering free entrance to selected archaeological sites on the night of the full moon on Saturday, 9 August 2025.
Temperatures are expected to soar to 44°C on Friday, marking the peak of the heatwave currently affecting much of Greece. The National Meteorological Service (EMY) warns that the extreme heat will persist through the weekend, significantly increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.