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Nolan's "The Odyssey" Sparks 400% Sales Surge for Homer's Epics in Greece
Cultureiefimeridanewsbeast1mo ago2 sources

Nolan's "The Odyssey" Sparks 400% Sales Surge for Homer's Epics in Greece

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. Yiannis Leventis, publisher at Kaktos, which produces a six-volume edition pairing the ancient Greek text with modern translation and commentary, said sales of the company's newer, single-volume editions - stripped of the ancient text and academic annotati...

Spain's Social Security Affiliation Reaches Record 22.4 Million
Worldel-mundo1mo ago

Spain's Social Security Affiliation Reaches Record 22.4 Million

Spain's Social Security system has surpassed 22.4 million affiliates, a record attributed by Vice President Yolanda Díaz to the mass regularization of foreign workers and the emergence of undeclared labor, with six out of ten new jobs filled by immigrants.

Egyptian mummy found buried with 'The Iliad'
Worldaftonbladet3mo ago

Egyptian mummy found buried with 'The Iliad'

Archaeological findings suggest that a 2,000-year-old Egyptian mummy was found buried with a copy of Homer's 'The Iliad', indicating the significant role Greek literature may have played.

Archaeologists Discover Iliad Papyrus Inside Egyptian Mummy
Worldnaftemporiki3mo ago

Archaeologists Discover Iliad Papyrus Inside Egyptian Mummy

Archaeologists have made a rare discovery, finding a copy of Homer's Iliad on a papyrus scroll inside the abdominal cavity of an ancient Egyptian mummy. This marks the first time a Greek literary text has been found in such a context.

Greek Political Turmoil: PASOK Attacks Government Over OPEKEPE and Wiretaps, Mitsotakis to Address Case, Tsipras Seeks Reapproachment
PoliticsReutersle-mondeThe Guardian+12orfdigi24aktuality-skhindustan-timesiefimeridaklix-banaftemporikinewsbeast+4 more4mo ago15 sources

Greek Political Turmoil: PASOK Attacks Government Over OPEKEPE and Wiretaps, Mitsotakis to Address Case, Tsipras Seeks Reapproachment

PASOK is escalating attacks against the Greek government over wiretaps and the OPEKEPE case, with Prime Minister Mitsotakis scheduled to deliver a televised message addressing the OPEKEPE affair. Meanwhile, scenarios of early elections are prompting Alexis Tsipras to seek reapproachment with former party members to strengthen his electoral base.

US Pressures Allies to Choose Sides in AI Race with China
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US Pressures Allies to Choose Sides in AI Race with China

The United States is urging its international partners to align with it in the artificial intelligence competition against China, emphasizing the need to pick sides. This push comes amidst broader US foreign policy discussions on issues ranging from Iran's nuclear ambitions to immigration and trade practices.

Airbus Selects Scaleway for AI and Defense Workloads
Technologychannel-news-asiaseeking-alpha1mo ago2 sources

Airbus Selects Scaleway for AI and Defense Workloads

Airbus has chosen French cloud provider Scaleway, a subsidiary of Iliad, to handle its sensitive AI and defense-related workloads. This decision is part of Airbus's strategy to enhance digital sovereignty.

NATO Allies Agree to €140 Billion Military Aid Package for Ukraine
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NATO Allies Agree to €140 Billion Military Aid Package for Ukraine

NATO member states have reportedly agreed on a €140 billion military aid package for Ukraine, to be disbursed over 2026 and 2027. This commitment comes as Poland warns of potential Russian provocations and NATO allies emphasize unity against Russian threats.

Reflections on the Iliad and the Art of Dying
Cultureindian-express3mo ago

Reflections on the Iliad and the Art of Dying

An article titled "Iliad, and the art of dying" delves into themes from the ancient Greek epic poem. It explores the philosophical and literary aspects related to mortality and heroism as depicted in the Iliad.

Homer's Iliad Fragment Found Inside Ancient Egyptian Mummy
CultureThe Independentn1-serbiaobservador+5hotnewsTimes of Indiaiefimeridanewsbeastprotothema-en3mo ago8 sources

Homer's Iliad Fragment Found Inside Ancient Egyptian Mummy

Archaeologists have made a stunning discovery in Egypt, finding a papyrus fragment containing a copy of Homer's Iliad inside a 1,600-year-old mummy. The ancient text was reportedly concealed within the mummy's stomach or sarcophagus.

Montenegro: A Homeric Land
Culturevijesti-me4mo ago

Montenegro: A Homeric Land

An article discusses Montenegro as a 'Homeric land,' noting that Njegoš frequently referenced Homer and had multiple editions of the Iliad in his library.

Albanian Protesters Leave Giant Message and March Against Government
Politicsbalkan-web15d ago

Albanian Protesters Leave Giant Message and March Against Government

On the 64th day of anti-government protests in Albania, demonstrators left a clear message with giant letters in front of the Prime Minister's Office after speeches, followed by a massive march through the streets of Ish-Blloku with calls for the removal of Prime Minister Rama and his government.

Pope Leo Addresses Spanish Parliament, Calls for Peace and Care
WorldNYTThe GuardianNPR+33nzztagesschaufazle-figaroder-standardla-repubblicaorftelex+25 more2mo ago36 sources

Pope Leo Addresses Spanish Parliament, Calls for Peace and Care

Pope Leo delivered a rare address to the Spanish Parliament, receiving a standing ovation and calling for respect for international law, migrant dignity, and a culture of care. He also warned against the dangers of armament and militarized AI technologies, and addressed the 'plague' of sexual abuse within the church.

Man Critical After Serious Assault in Blanchardstown
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Man Critical After Serious Assault in Blanchardstown

A man in his 30s is in critical condition after a serious assault in Blanchardstown, Dublin. He was found unconscious on a road and subsequently hospitalized.

Altice Sells SFR French Telecom Assets to Rivals for Billions
Businesswsjle-figaroobservador4mo ago3 sources

Altice Sells SFR French Telecom Assets to Rivals for Billions

Altice is in the process of selling its French telecom assets, including SFR, to rival operators such as Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Iliad (Free). This complex transaction, valued in the tens of billions of dollars, is poised to significantly reshape the French telecommunications landscape.