Otto

Christmas is one of the the most important — and perhaps the most treasured — celebration of Christianity, filled with joy and love. Countries around the world celebrate with different customs which have deep roots within history and tradition.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is making his debut in the film industry, collaborating with Greek-American producer Christopher André Marks on a new project titled Mykonos. This film, which marks their first narrative feature, was shot on the island of Mykonos under strict confidentiality.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is venturing into film production. The Greek basketball star, known for his diverse business endeavors—from energy drink brands to vineyards and wineries—has now expanded his portfolio with a cinematic debut. His new company, Improbable Media, has co-produced its first feature film, showcasing a strong Greek cultural element.

Walking through the bustling streets of central Athens, whether as a resident or a visitor, or taking in the view of the sprawling, densely built capital from a balcony on one of its nearby hills, it’s nearly impossible to grasp that less than two centuries ago, this city was merely a tiny dot on the map.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the importance of the national land registry (Cadastral Office) during a speech in Parliament.

He stated, “By 2025, Greece will finally have a complete land registry, an accurate map of public and private property.”

The royal regalia of Otto, the Bavarian prince who ruled as king of Greece from 1832 to 1862, has gone on display in Parliament.

The artefacts, which include the king's crown, scepter and sword, were found by the Culture Ministry in the former royal summer palace in Tatoi in 2023.

A hologram of politician and museum patron Lambros Eutaxias (1905-1996) greets visitors at the Museum of the City of Athens in downtown Klafthmonos Square.

Delving into this year's International Museum Day theme of sustainability and how cultural institutions are affected by climate change and can contribute to combatting its effects, the Museum of Byzantine Culture (mbp.gr) presents a two-part exhibition, "Phoenix - Agon," which casts artifacts beside modern works of art.

Culture Ministry researchers documenting the movable assets at the former royal palace at Tatoi in northern Athens have discovered the regalia of Greece's Bavarian King Otto, the ministry said on Monday.

The crown and scepter were made by legendary French jewelers Fossin et Fils and the sword by Manceaux and Fossin et Fils.

Undetected by our political radar, the meteorite "Democratic Patriotic Movement Victory" crashed onto Parliament's doorstep in Sunday's elections. And even then, it was as if no one could believe what the charts were showing in TV panel discussions. There was hardly any mention of the newly established party.