by Arietta Pouliou* A journey into the glamorous world of France’s most fashion-obsessed monarch, whose influence continues to define style and popular culture more than 250 years later. She was…
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Following its sold-out world premiere at the Central Scotland Documentary Festival last Thursday, David Wilkinson’s film The Marbles, about the reunification of the Parthenon Marbles, opens in UK theatres on…
Unique, authentic and worth knowing parts of the biggest Cycladic island by Arietta Pouliou* According to Greek mythology, Theseus with Ariadne and his fleet of Athenians, stopped at the port…
by Gina Koutsika, director, Audiences and Content, Ashmolean museum of Art and Archaeology I had the most fulfilling experience at the Aspen Socrates UK Seminar, held at the Blavatnik School…
The journey in Corfu’s Venetian past begins in the charming setting of the Old Town Hall Square
by Arietta Pouliou, Majestic and picturesque in equal measures, the area around the square stood as the epicentre of the island’s social life during Corfu’s Venetian period For all its…
A Reminder – The Excavation of a Late Roman Shipwreck in the Aegean Archipelago of Phournoi
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Preserving Heritage Skills Recreating History: Indian Register of Shipping Lends Expertise to India’s Ancient Stitched Ship Project
In a landmark event, a meticulously reconstructed 5th-century wooden stitched ship was launched into the waters of the Mandovi River in Goa. This endeavour, a collaborative effort between the Ministry…
Ports’ working schedule during Eid Al Fitr holiday27 Mar 2025, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesAD Ports has announced the working schedule for its ports during the Eid Al Fitr holiday.READ…
By Carolina Alkalai, founding partner of Kallichoron Art Boutique Hotel For Greeks in London and beyond, Easter is more than a holiday; It’s a deeply spiritual and cultural experience. This…
By James Brewer Some of the most glorious, God-fearing artwork early in the 14th century came from a man who was supposedly so disdainful of the authorities that later commentators pronounced…
Pilot transportation fee to rise11 Mar 2025, Sabine, United StatesSabine Bank Pilots have announced an increase to their pilot transportation fee, as well as a fuel surcharge.READ MORE Marine Archaeological…
A Community’s Effort to Rebuild a Historic Landmark In October 2023, the beloved Lady Portaitissa Church in Astypalea suffered a devastating fire, tragically caused by a baptism candle. This historical…
by John Faraclas The best ever global social event of its kind over the last 40 years in the British capital – the administrative capital of Shipping, was by far,…
Dear friends and colleagues, We are about to start a new semester and wish you a great and productive New Year. We also attach a link to our 2024 CHS…
Flash 99,4’s Andreas Stamatopoulos talks with John Faraclas on PM Mitsotakis visit in London, emphasising on the Parthenon Marbles and other issues
Late last night we were fortunate to speak live on ERT3 Flash 99.4 with world acclaimed journalist Andreas Stamatopoulos on: Viewers can listen live here below:
The canal of Xerxes, the only Persian step in Europe at Nea Roda, Eastern Halkidiki, Greece
by Maria Pappa, Municipality Aristotle The Canal of Xerxes is the largest technical project that took place in Halkidiki during the ancient era. According to Herodotus, in 480 B.C., during the Median…
Take a cruise to beautiful mediterranean destinations directly from Piraeus this winter season with MSC Cruises
Piraeus, 7 November 2024 – MSC Cruises is embarking on its first Winter season from Greece, with weekly departures from Piraeus (Athens) to beautiful Mediterranean destinations. MSC Sinfonia will sail…
Marine archaeological survey south of Ma Wan and West of Tsing Yi20 Sep 2024, Hong KongFor approximately two months, marine archaeological survey will be carried out.READ MORE Dragon Boat Race…
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Port strike update (2 May)02 May 2024, Gangavaram, IndiaNo progress has been made towards resolving the strike situation at Gangavaram, and operations at the port are at a standstill.READ MORE…
In this event dedicated to the beauty and the Culture of the Aegean Islands, the North Aegean Region will have the honour to welcome H.E. the Ambassador of Greece to…
Soil investigation & survey works at Changi Aviation Park Staging Ground07 Mar 2024, SingaporeFrom 6 March to 15 April, soil investigation and survey works are being carried out off Changi…
Mandatory tug assistance29 Feb 2024, Kiel Canal, GermanyFrom tomorrow (1 March) until 28 March, one tug will be compulsory for all ships with Traffic Group 3 and more entering Brunsbuettel…
John Faraclas on artist, writer, historian and archaeologist Christianna Asprouli
Christianna Asprouli is a young Greek Fine, Visual and Byzantine artist, who lives and works in Athens and London. She is an honours MA graduate of the Athens School of…



