From Macedonia to Masstricht
Ever since he sacked his foreign minister a few months ago and took the post
Kastellorizo: Outpost of Hellenism
On a speck of an island just off the south coast of Turkey an old shepherdess used to raise the Greek flag every morning, and now two Vietnamese brothers are the only bakers, attesting to the endurance of Hellenism and its genius for absorption
The Corfu Channel Incident
Britain and Albania have just concluded a settlement which brings to an end a 46-year-period of strained relations. At long last, the file on what is known as the ‘Corfu Channel Incident’ has been closed
Summer Thoughts on Wintering in Hydra
A world in miniature, an abandoned movie set in winter, and a whirling circus in summer, Hydra enjoys an unparalleled attraction.
A Prettier Package from Mr Delors
President of the European Commission Jacques Delors was in such a good mood when he came to Athens last month, it was almost as if he had brought a box of bonbons.
The Perils of Balkanization
Deputy Foreign Minister Virginia Tsouderou recently summed up the government’s hopes and fears in its
Forward, Forward
In october 1977, Alec Kitroeff wrote in The Athenian about his experiences with the Greek telephone system. What he had to say then. seems as valid today as it was 15 years ago, which does not say very much for OTE but which makes it a good reason for reprinting the article for your enjoyment.
Zea, Kea or Tzia
Scarcely touched by tourism, Kea is rather what the islands must have been like 20 years ago. Empty roads, pristine beaches, unpolluted sea.
In pursuit of the ‘Plato of the East’
Greek Indianist Demetrios Galanos earned the title ‘Plato of the East’ through his original studies.
An Imperious Call
Summer sets in, tables are brought out, all thought of work is banished. Tavli reigns everywhere.