What the cult of Aphrodite reveals about ancient attitudes towards love—and desire
A mix of ancient divinities, Aphrodite was patron over love, beauty, fertility, and war. But the venerated Greek deity has a ...
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The One of a Kind “Gouri,” the New Year’s Lucky Charm for Greeks
The gouri, or Greek good luck charm, is especially valuable ahead of the New Year as one of the most common gifts for Greeks.
Looking for Good Luck in 2025? Explore the Evil Eye’s cultural significance, mystical origins, and celebrities who love it
The evil eye symbol, believed to offer protection from envy, has been significant for over 5,000 years across various ...
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The Special Greek Cake You Should Be Eating On New Year's
a festive vasilopita with greek new year's message - PhoebeG/Shutterstock ... It's also customary to add a message or designs on the top using chocolate chips, M&M's, or a stencil under the ...
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Young Uzbeks are finding new markets for traditional handicrafts online
After doing some online research, she set up on Etsy and ... and suzanis have become popular with interior designers from the UK to Singapore, who use them as wall décor, bedding, or ...
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Three Houston jewelry designers are putting their stamp on the industry. Meet Savannah Friedkin, Christina Greene and Lindsey Leigh
Savannah Friedkin creates jewelry that gets people talking — whether it’s about adhering to sustainable practices in business or the strong women who inspire her designs. Her namesake brand ...
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Who is Louise Trotter, the next fashion designer to helm Bottega Veneta?
In the fashion equivalent of a nuclear chain reaction, Bottega Veneta announced Thursday (Dec 12) that Matthieu Blazy, its designer of three years and the man who made it into a must-see brand in ...
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Greek police set to charge suspect over death of British mother Jean Hanlon who was found dead on a Crete beach 15 years ago after sending a text to a friend saying 'HELP'
The heartbroken son of Jean Hanlon, who died in suspicious circumstances in Crete 15 years ago expects a key suspect to be charged by Greek police today. Michael Porter, who has always insisted ...