Nestled on the coast of the island of Euboea (Evia), the ancient city of Eretria was one of the most influential centers in ancient Greece.

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Explore how geography, in particular the sea, shaped ancient Greece's agricultural practices, approach to trade and warfare, and colonial expansion.

The temperature has been nearing 40 degrees Celsius in parts of Europe as the first heatwave of the summer hits continent.

The ancient Greeks shared the Classical world with many fascinating neighboring cultures who rarely receive much mainstream attention.

Hundreds of firefighters backed by aircraft are battling a wildfire burning out of control for the third day on the eastern Aegean island of Chios with authorities issuing multiple evacuation orders.