3500 years ago, near the ancient town of Akrotiri, a volcano erupted, burying the town, a la Pompeii. Recent research in the area suggests that this blast had a major impact on Minoan civilization. For more information.

While rare on the Anatolian peninsula, the second temple to Ares, the god of war in ancient Hellas, has been discovered in the small, ancient city of Metropolis. Since it is so unusual that such a small city has Ares for patronizing god, it is thought that he was thought of as a protector of the city instead of as a leader of its citizens to war. For more information.
Thanks to Norvegicus Lupus for posting this information on the Hellas in the News thread.

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