Tag: Greek Orthodox

ON THIS DAY: Council of Nicaea defined Christian Orthodoxy (325)

On this day in 325 AD, the Council of Nicaea concluded after weeks of fierce debate that would shape the future of Christianity. Convened...

Saint Barnabas and the roots of the Church of Cyprus

Today marks the feast of Saint Barnabas, the founder and patron saint of the Church of Cyprus, a figure deeply embedded in both the...

Cyprus celebrates Kataklysmos: flood, faith, and festivity

Cypriots are celebrating Kataklysmos this Monday- a unique public holiday deeply rooted in both Christian tradition and local folklore. The name comes from the...

Christos Anesti: a quiet end to Easter Sunday

The souvla has cooled, the last red eggs have been cracked, and the children- chocolate-covered and sticky-fingered- have finally worked off their sugar high. Across...

Good Friday: A day of mourning for Christianity

Good Friday, known in Greek as Μεγάλη Παρασκευή, is the most solemn day in the Christian calendar. It marks the peak of the Holy...

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The 77th Primetime Emmys Awards generated another slate of...

ON THIS DAY: Alexander Fleming discovers penicillin (1928)

On 15 September 1928, Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming made...

Britain bans Israelis from London defence college over Gaza escalation

Britain has banned Israelis from attending a prestigious London...

Ukraine considers limiting mobile service to counter Russian drones

Ukraine may intentionally reduce the quality of mobile communications...
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