The roots of this feathery folk story are sometimes traced back to Greek mythology, specifically the tale of the Pygmy queen Gerana drawing the eye—and ire—of Hera, the vengeful queen of the gods.

Some were even perfumed, in an attempt to transform them into the lifelike embodiments of gods, goddesses, and rulers ... was ...

The "Promitheia 2025" festival, held last weekend, marked its 30th year celebrating the Dodecatheists, adherents to the 12 ...

How did the Greeks explain the fact that their gods no longer interacted much with humans during the historical era?