A total of 41 agricultural and forest fires broke out across Greece in the last 24 hours. Firefighting forces managed to contain 38 immediately, while three fires are still being battled, with fines issued in Ithaca, Pieria, and Kavala.
Director Christopher Nolan's film 'Odyssey' has generated renewed interest in Homer's Ithaca, leading to a summer tourism challenge between the Greek island and Favignana. The film highlights the allure of these historic locations.
The Greek Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kefalonia and Ithaca, is proceeding with the protection, restoration, and promotion of a Roman villa in Agia Efimia, Kefalonia.
Favignana, an Italian island known as the setting for Ithaca in *The Odyssey* film, is anticipating a significant increase in tourism, leading to some local concerns about potential over-tourism.
A new map allows users to follow the potential real-world path of Ulysses, the hero of Christopher Nolan's latest film, during his ten-year journey between Troy and Ithaca, matching Homer's descriptions.
This opinion piece uses the metaphor of Ithaca to reflect on life's journey, suggesting that not every defeat indicates a lack of preparation, nor every victory guarantees merit.
A travel guide highlights the serene beauty of Ithaca, detailing its enchanting beaches, lush trails, picturesque villages, and delicious food, explaining why Odysseus was so drawn to his homeland.
The Ithaca Theater Festival is returning for its fifth consecutive year from September 18 to 26, 2026, solidifying its position as a significant cultural institution.
BP reportedly engaged in discussions to sell £2 billion worth of its UK North Sea assets to Ithaca Energy. The potential sale would involve significant oil and gas holdings in the region.
Several companies, including Advanced Drainage Systems, Tsakos Energy Navigation, and V.F. Corp, have announced their latest quarterly earnings, earnings call transcripts, or dividend declarations.
Local authorities on Ithaca are protesting the absence of a permanent pediatrician on the island, where over 400 children permanently reside. The island has reportedly been without a permanent pediatrician since 2017.
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras visited Heraklion to present his book, 'Ithaca,' and held various meetings. During the event, he made a notable statement expressing a wish for a figure like Laura Codruța Kövesi in Greece.
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is set to present his new book, 'ITHACA,' in Heraklion, Crete, an event that will include a speech from the author and participation from various personalities.
The Patras Port Authority, in collaboration with Levante Ferries, is upgrading its passenger services by introducing a new ferry route connecting Patras, Kefalonia, and Ithaca, set to commence on April 4, 2026.
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is scheduled to visit Alexandroupoli to present his book 'Ithaca' amidst intense geopolitical developments. He is expected to address the war in Iran, Greek-American relations, and the rising cost of living.
Former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras plans to visit all of Greece, concluding with Ithaca, for the final presentation of his book 'Ithaca,' aiming to boost sales and organize political support.
The Ministry of Culture is proceeding with the upgrade and modernization of the Archaeological Museum in Vathy, Ithaca, as a decisive step towards its reopening.
The latest game from Pixel Hunt, 'Ithaca,' is described as a scintillating eco-thriller RPG that confronts contemporary violence. Players transport precious human cargo and make critical decisions within the game's narrative.
The Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kefalonia and Ithaca, is proceeding with the protection, restoration, and promotion of the Roman villa in Agia Efimia, Kefalonia.
Despite not being filmed there, Christopher Nolan's film 'L'Odyssée' (Odyssey) has significantly increased interest and tourism for Ithaca, the legendary homeland of Odysseus.
Kioni, a beautiful and well-preserved village located on the northeastern coast of Ithaca, is described as a peaceful coastal jewel away from popular Greek tourist destinations.
The article details the Christos Kalogritas case, involving a 52.6 million euro license, "pastures" on Ithaca, and the collapse of Nikos Pappas' 2015 tender for television licenses in Greece.
Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' is generating significant discussion among critics and Homeric scholars regarding its interpretation and omissions, while also attracting a tourism boom to the Sicilian island used for filming. The movie has also sparked unusual behind-the-scenes anecdotes, such as Nolan banning UGG boots on set.
Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's 'Odyssey' has sparked both strong criticism from a prominent translator of the epic and congratulations from the Greek Prime Minister. The film has also reportedly led to a significant increase in interest in learning Greek among Britons.
British journalist Kevin Rushby embarked on a sailing trip through the Ionian Islands, starting and ending in Palairos, Aetolia-Acarnania, in search of the landscapes that inspired Homer and Christopher Nolan's latest blockbuster.
Afales beach in northern Ithaca is being highlighted as one of the most captivating and untouched natural havens in the Ionian Sea. Described as a secluded paradise, it offers wild beauty away from bustling cosmopolitan resorts.
Researchers from Cornell University have documented one of the world's largest concentrations of ground-nesting solitary bees (Andrena regularis) in East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York, estimating 5.5 million individuals.
The Greek island of Ithaca has been without a permanent pediatrician since 2007, and for the past year and a half, even periodic coverage from a pediatrician from Kefalonia has ceased, leaving 400 children without basic pediatric care.
With the central message that demographics represent one of the greatest strategic challenges for Greece and Europe, the International Conference "The...
An international conference titled 'Greece at Demographic Crossroads' is taking place in Ithaca, focusing on demographic challenges and insularity, with participation from government officials and experts.
Recent archaeological excavations at the School of Homer in northern Ithaca have uncovered a monumental complex, suggesting that Odysseus was worshipped as a god during the Hellenistic period.
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras gave an extensive interview, discussing his book 'Ithaca' and stating that on the night of the 2015 referendum, he felt he could lead the country in any direction.
Political commentators are discussing the 'return' of Alexis Haritsis, drawing parallels to Alexis Tsipras's book 'Ithaca,' which aimed to serve as both an account and a political compass.
Ithaca Energy states that policy clarity is bringing the Cambo oil and gas project closer to approval. Certainty over the future tax regime is helping unlock one of the UK North Sea’s biggest developments.
A former Greek Prime Minister is scheduled to deliver a speech in Alexandroupoli on Wednesday at 7:00 PM, with the event being referred to as 'Ithaca'.
Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' has become his highest-grossing movie, with 71% of Greeks rating it positively. Despite not being filmed there, the success of the movie is expected to lead to a tourism boom in Ithaca.
The Greek island of Ithaca, central to Homer's 'Odyssey,' is anticipating a surge in tourism following the success of a new film adaptation, despite the movie's scenes being shot on Sicily. Local authorities aim to capitalize on the hype surrounding the epic tale.
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Christopher Nolan's latest film, 'The Odyssey,' has surpassed $1.1 billion at the global box office, making it his highest-grossing film to date. The movie debuted atop the weekend box office and continues to perform strongly.
The small Italian island of Favignana, featured as Ithaca in Christopher Nolan's film "Odiseea," hopes the blockbuster will attract more visitors while allowing it to avoid overtourism.
A unique wine tourism route explores the ancient 'cradles of wine' that Ulysses visited on his journey back to Ithaca in Homer's 'The Odyssey,' now home to modern wineries.
A luxury yacht cruise offers wealthy clients a journey through the Aegean Sea, filled with attractions inspired by Homer's 'Odyssey' and heading towards Ithaca.
New archaeological discoveries on the Greek island of Ithaca are shedding more light on the legendary figure of Odysseus, who was worshipped as a hero for approximately 1,000 years.
As Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' fills cinemas, archaeologists have revealed the remains of an ancient building on the real Ithaca, believed to be the first fan club dedicated to the Homeric hero Ulysses.
Le Figaro has released a special collector's edition praising the historical, cultural, and modern character of Ithaca, coinciding with the global premiere of the highly anticipated film 'Odyssey'. A Greek article further details this special issue, calling Ithaca an 'earthly paradise'.
British researchers suggest that Homer's famous Ithaca, the homeland of Odysseus, was not an island but rather a peninsula of Cephalonia, noting that the Greek poet always used terms like 'land' or 'domain'.
The "KAVAFIS Team" is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an event in Ithaca, fulfilling a long-held dream to perform there after two decades of touring Greece and the world.
Greece's demographic challenges took an international stage at the three-day "Greece at Demographic Crossroads" conference held in Ithaca from May 6 to 8, focusing on discussions and proposals to halt population decline.
A three-day conference on Ithaca, titled "Greece at a critical demographic turning point," highlighted the need for measures to strengthen the family and educate citizens on fertility limits to tackle the country's demographic challenges.
A new trailer for Christopher Nolan's epic film 'The Odyssey,' featuring Matt Damon and Tom Holland, has been released online. The trailer showcases palace intrigue, action, a Cyclops, and a villainous Robert Pattinson, sparking widespread discussion and anticipation for the movie.
In the heart of Kyiv, at "Greece" High School No. 94, a puppet show of Homer's "Odyssey" by the "White Puppet" theater group offered children a sense of "Ithaca" amidst the ongoing war.
A significant archaeological discovery on the Greek island of Ithaca has unearthed an ancient place of worship dedicated to Odysseus, providing new insights into the connection between myth and religion in ancient Greece.
The first case of sheep and goat pox has been detected in a farm with approximately 200 animals in Perachori, southern Ithaca, causing significant concern among the local livestock community ahead of Easter.
Metropolitan Anthimos of Alexandroupolis spoke at the presentation of the book 'Ithaca,' revealing a discreet but stable long-standing relationship with former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras that began during his governance.
A mother in New York gave birth to a baby boy weighing a record 5.9 kilograms, nearly double the average newborn weight, making him the largest ever born at the hospital in Ithaca.