16 February 2026

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Life & Culture

Deep Mani: A Genetic Time Capsule In Mainland Greece (New Study)

At the southern tip of the Peloponnese, the Mani Peninsula has long stood apart from the rest of mainland Greece. Defined by harsh.

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Escapes Seasonal

10 Unmissable Greek Adventures This February and March with Unlimited Adrenaline

Looking for your next unforgettable adventure in Greece? Xpat.gr, together with Unlimited Adrenaline — Greece’s #1 platform for outdoor adventures — has handpicked.

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Education International Education (IB, AP)

How Year 11 and 12 Students in Greece Can Use Essay Competitions to Boost Their University Applications

How Year 12 Students in Greece Can Use Essay Competitions to Boost Their University Applications

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Education International Education (IB, AP)

What the 2026 Global University Rankings Reveal About the Future of Education

In January 2026, TIME published its first-ever World’s Top Universities of 2026 ranking — a comprehensive global assessment developed in partnership with Statista..

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Guides Moving to Greece

Greek Bureaucracy Explained: The Administrative Roadmap for Moving to Greece

Moving to Greece is rarely derailed by culture, climate, or lifestyle. It is delayed, sometimes quietly and sometimes dramatically, by administration. Greek bureaucracy.

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Life & Culture What’s on

Frida Kahlo | Beyond the Icon | The Immersive Experience in Athens

Frida Kahlo | Beyond the Icon From 6 February to 31 May 2026📍 Athens – “Hellenic Cosmos” Cultural Centre🎥 600 m² screen |.

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Life & Culture What’s on

Alexis Akrithakis exhibition Athens 2026: A Must-See Cultural Event for Expats in Greece

The Alexis Akrithakis exhibition Athens 2026 is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year, drawing the attention of art lovers,.

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Moving to Greece

Greece Ranks #1 on International Living’s 2026 Global Retirement Index

For many approaching retirement, the question isn’t just whether to retire abroad—it’s where to retire overseas. Rising costs of healthcare, housing, and daily.

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Education International Education (IB, AP)

Supercurriculars: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Get Started

Supercurricular activities are academic experiences that go beyond your school curriculum.

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Life & Culture

Europe’s Oldest Wooden Tools Found in Greece Reveal Early Human Ingenuity

Europe’s oldest known wooden tools, dating back around 430,000 years, have been uncovered at Marathousa 1, a Middle Pleistocene site in the Megalopolis.

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