Cultural Heritage: A Public Good or an “Asset”?
The ongoing public consultation on the new bill proposed by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture has raised serious concerns. Among other provisions,
Category: Opinion writing
LiDAR at Ancient Elis: A Major First Step, Not a “Historic Resumption of Archaeological Excavations”
The announcement by the Municipality of Elis regarding its collaboration with the Austrian Archaeological Institute and the University of Graz is undoubtedly
New High Priestess, old pathologies: transparency and respect in Ancient Olympia remain in deman
Following the official announcement by the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC), the well-known and talented actress Katerina Misichroni is taking over the duties
Expensive Tickets at Monuments: How Greeks Become “Pariahs” in Their Own Country
In my commentary for the TVXS report on June 7, 2026, I addressed the consequences of the rapid increases in ticket prices,
The Olympic ideal is honored when it serves society
Pyrros Dimas auctioned his Olympic Torch through the popular TV show Cash or Trash in order to support the “SOS Children’s Villages”,
Unveiling of the giant, bronze replica of the Antikythera Mechanism at the Archimedes Museum in Olympia
On August 8, 2025, in Ancient Olympia, at the Archimedes Museum, I had the pleasure and honor of unveiling the giant, bronze
Why is the Coubertin Grove in Olympia closed to the public?
The heart of Pierre de Coubertin, the reviver of the modern Olympic Games, is buried beneath a stark white, honorary marble stele
Let Us Give Olympic Dimensions to Our Vision
It is difficult to overlook the important news regarding the cooperation and joint effort of the two historic municipalities of Elis and
No, They Are Not Immortal!
On the eve of the 144th Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), which will take place from March 19 to 21,