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Despite London-like Rain, Athens Hands Olympic Flame Over to UK: Despite London-like Rain, Athens Hands Olympic Fla…

Despite the rainy weather, thousands of Athens’ residents gathered at Panathenaiko Stadium on May 18 to celebrate the handing over of the Olympic flame to London.
The flame, symbolizing purity because…
Greece’s Transition Government Sworn In as New Campaign Starts: Greece’s Transition Government Sworn In as New Cam…

ATHENS – Greece’s interim Prime Minister Panagiotis Pikramenos has announced the caretaker government that will be in charge of Greece until June 17 elections, after a first ballot on May…
Pikramenos to Lead Soured Greeks Ahead of June 17 Elections: Pikramenos to Lead Soured Greeks Ahead of June 17 …

ATHENS – With the collapse of talks to form a coalition government in the wake of the May 6 stalemated elections that failed to give any party a mandate to…

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just inCyprus International Fair Opens its Doors

just inMerkel Phones Carolos Papoulias, Calls for Stable Government

just inWSJ: A Defiant Message From Greece

just inIMF to Review Greek Progress After June Elections

Book to be Published on Macedonian Hellenes in Oceania

The Economist: ‘The Greek Run and the GREXIT’

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just inCyprus International Fair Opens its Doors
Two hundred and forty seven exhibitors, representing over 1000 local and international companies, will participate in the 37th Cyprus International Fair, which opens its doors today and will remain open until the 27th of May. The state fair will be o…
- 25 mins ago, 18 May 12, 12:31pm -
just inMerkel Phones Carolos Papoulias, Calls for Stable Government
Chancellor Angela Merkel called for a stable Greek government to be formed quickly after new elections in a telephone call with President Carolos Papoulias on Friday, a German government spokesman said. “The chancellor had a telephone conversation…
- 1 hour ago, 18 May 12, 11:56am -
just inWSJ: A Defiant Message From Greece
The head of Greece’s radical left party—throwing down a gauntlet that could increase tensions between Greece and its frustrated European creditors—said he sees little chance Europe will cut off funding to the country but that if it does, Athens…
- 1 hour ago, 18 May 12, 11:28am -
just inIMF to Review Greek Progress After June Elections
The International Monetary Fund will not return to Greece to review its loan program before Athens holds fresh elections on June 17, an IMF official said on Thursday. “We take note that elections have been called and we look forward to being in con…
- 6 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:10am -
The Economist: ‘The Greek Run and the GREXIT’
The British magazine The Economist published an article about the Greek crisis, showing a 20-Euro-note burning by the flame of an Olympic torchbearer. Titled “The Greek Run,” the article reports on “the ugly term for what may soon become an eve…
- 14 hours ago, 17 May 12, 11:09pm -
Hooligans Cause Basketball Game to Be Postponed
Last Sunday, fans of Olympiakos were celebrating the team’s great achievement – it was crowned European Champion! But hooligans now decided to destroy tonight’s game. They threw stones against the van carrying Panathinaikos’ players to the ba…
- 14 hours ago, 17 May 12, 11:06pm -

USA

Myths & Realities of Greece’s Economic Crisis
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) hosted the policy seminar “The Greek Economic Crisis: Myth & Reality” featuring a panel of experts who examined various aspects of the topic on April 25, 2012 at the Capital Hilton, Washington, DC. Ambassador…
- 2 days ago, 16 May 12, 2:34am -
If the U.S. Takes a Hit, Blame it on Greece
As Americans watch the unfolding Greek crisis, they may think it can’t touch them, but there are many aspects of the meltdown that could reach the U.S. shores. If Greece collapses and exits the Eurozone of the 17 countries using the euro as a curre…
- 3 days ago, 15 May 12, 6:02pm -
Greeks in Massachusetts Turn Out for Successful Church Benefit
The Cambridge Sts. Constantine and Helen Community Hall in Massachusetts was full of Greeks on Saturday, May 12. Members of the Greek Community gathered to entertain themselves with traditional Greek music. The concert was organized by the Sts. Cons…
- 3 days ago, 15 May 12, 5:55pm -
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Becomes Premier Founding Sponsor of Hellenic Birthright
Hellenic Birthright, the PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation’s new cultural enrichment and education program, has received a Premier Founding Sponsorship from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (www.SNF.org) with a generous grant of $25,000. The Niarch…
- 3 days ago, 15 May 12, 5:41pm -
ICE to Perform Music by Georges Aperghis and the New Generation at MCA
The MCA Stage presents a concert of new works by composers Georges Aperghis, Juan Pablo Carreño, and Patricia Alessandrini, along with an important early work by Aperghis, performed by ICE (International Contemporary Ensemble). Aperghis has been a c…
- 4 days ago, 14 May 12, 7:37pm -
Greek 17-year-old ‘Einstein’ Wins Scholarship at Yale
Alexander Mousatov, having won a gold model at the 29th Balkan Mathematics Olympiad 2012, is packing his suitcase to travel to the USA thanks to a scholarship from Yale University. Next July, Mousatov will attend the International Math Olympiad held…
- 4 days ago, 14 May 12, 6:54pm -

Hollywood

Greek Reporter Exclusive With Yiannis Ploutarhos
Famous Greek singer Yiannis Ploutarhos gave an exclusive interview to Greek Reporter’s Christina Aloupi during his tour in the USA and talked about everything concerning Greece. Yiannis Ploutarhos sang in some of the biggest cities in the USA and C…
- 2 days ago, 16 May 12, 5:34pm -
Trailer For New Zach Galifianakis Political Film Released
The trailer for the upcoming Warner Brothers comedy “The Campaign” has just been released, with Zach Galifianakis finding himself in the hot seat. The film revolves around two bumbling politicians from North Carolina who campaign against each oth…
- 5 days ago, 13 May 12, 7:19am -
Stavros Niarchos III Buys Landmark Home in Beverly Hills
After many guesses and long stories of who the potential preservationist might be, Richard Neutra’s Kronish House in Beverly Hills belongs now to Greek shipping heir and Paris Hilton ex-boyfriend Stavros Niarchos III. Niarchos purchased the two-acr…
- 6 days ago, 12 May 12, 6:25pm -
Nick Cassavetes Set to Direct New Film ‘Cali’
Greek-American director Nick Cassavetes is on board to direct the gritty action film “Cali,” starring “Twilight” actress Kristen Stewart, Variety reports. “Cali” is being produced by Voltage Productions and New School Media and is set to…
- 9 days ago, 9 May 12, 7:32pm -
Eva Maria Leonardou Talks About New Feature Film ‘Incarnated’
Eva Maria Leonardou has submitted to an important film contest to get funding for a feature length film of a screenplay she has written, “Incarnated.” The 50 finalists will be chosen from all over the world, and will be determined by the number o…
- 11 days ago, 7 May 12, 10:47pm -
Jennifer Aniston Sells NYC Apartments, Settles Into LA
It’s quite obvious that Jennifer Aniston will not be moving back to her native New York any time soon – she’s sold the two city apartments she bought recently. During her short time in the city, her privacy was invaded by the paparazzi, which w…
- 11 days ago, 7 May 12, 2:46am -

Australia

Book to be Published on Macedonian Hellenes in Oceania
Pan Macedonian Association of Melbourne and Victoria and the Australian Institute of Macedonian Studies celebrate 100 years of the liberation of Macedonia. In collaboration with other Pan Macedonian Unions, they will publish a 900-page-long book in E…
- 14 hours ago, 17 May 12, 11:12pm -
Indigenous Find New Place to Camp But Still Boycott Paniyiri Festival
The site of the initial tent embassy of the Aborigines is now surrounded by carnival rides put in place for the Greek Paniyiri festival that is about to take place this coming weekend. The indigenous decided to camp at the new site in Musgrave Park,…
- 19 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:42pm -
Michael Spartels is 2012 ‘Kastellorizian of the Year’
Michael Spartels has been named “Kastellorizian of the Year” for his valuable service to the Kastellorizian Association of Victoria, spanning almost four decades. Spartels served as president of the association several times but it was in his las…
- 19 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:34pm -
Greek Festival of Sydney Presents ‘Dance to the Rhythm’
The 30th Greek Festival of Sydney in conjunction with Bankstown Council proudly presents “Dance to the Rhythm” performed by Sydney Sizmos Greek Dance Company on Sunday, May 20, at the Bankstown Sports Club (8 Greenfield Parade). The performance i…
- 20 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:26pm -
Singapore Airlines to Suspend Services to Abu Dhabi, Athens
Singapore Airlines Ltd (SIA), which is struggling with weak load factors, said on Wednesday it will suspend services to Abu Dhabi and Athens from Oct 26 due to weak demand. SIA, the world’s second-largest carrier by market value, currently flies to…
- 1 day ago, 17 May 12, 7:44am -
Aborigines Forced to Move Their Tents For Greek Paniyiri
Hundreds of policemen destroyed tents of Aborigines in Brisbane National Park, where the Greek Community plans to celebrate their annual Paniyiri. The policemen arrested 30 Aborigines and violently removed 80 more demonstrators. Australia’s natives…
- 2 days ago, 16 May 12, 5:36pm -

Canada

Degree of Theological Academy of Canada Recognized by Hellenic NARIC
Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center, supervised by the Hellenic Ministry of Education, is responsible for the recognition of university or technological degrees that are awarded by foreign Higher Education Institutions. During t…
- 20 hours ago, 17 May 12, 4:51pm -
Jim Flaherty: If Greeks Reject Austerity, Will Result In Euro Zone Restructuring
A “disorderly” restructuring of the euro zone could unfold should Greek voters reject the austerity measures their government agreed to in return for financial aid, Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said Monday. In a series of interviews wit…
- 3 days ago, 15 May 12, 7:57am -
Greek-Canadians Consider Selling Homeland Property Amidst Crisis
The Greek debt crisis is not only plaguing the people living within the borders of the country but also Greeks around the world as well. According to an extensive report by Canadian Business.com, several Greek-Canadians are now facing the dilemma of…
- 6 days ago, 12 May 12, 6:29pm -
Greek Wine Tasting Delights People of Montreal
45 Greek wine-growers presented their products today in Montreal. The event joined distinguished professionals of wine production, including wine tasters and Quebec-based journalists specialized in wine subjects. Greek Ambassador of Canada Eleftheri…
- 7 days ago, 11 May 12, 7:49pm -
Canadian Press: Greeks Punished Big Parties for the Austerity Measures
Canadian Press said that Greek citizens voted for the anti-Memorandum parties, showing their disapproval of the austerity measures and of the Greek parties supporting them. Today’s Canadian headlines stress the fact that the rescue package provided…
- 11 days ago, 7 May 12, 6:35pm -
‘The Globe and Mail’ Focuses on Greece-Canada Business Relations
An article by journalist Bill Carrey (“Finding Opportunities in Recession-Troubled Greece”) in the Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail refers to recent Canadian investments in Greece, as well as the risks that the continuing debt crisis is hidi…
- 13 days ago, 5 May 12, 5:27pm -

Europe

European Press Creates Caricatures of Greek Crisis
The political deadlock has once again brought Greece to the center of attention of the European and international press. Some of the biggest newspapers in Europe have decided to give their own unique perspective on the matters of Greece’s governmen…
- 19 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:38pm -
Greek Eurovision Contestant Eleftheria Eleftheriou Begins Rehearsals in Baku
The preparations for the Greek Eurovision team are heating up as the 57th Song Contest approaches. Greek singer Eleftheria Eleftheriou traveled to Baku last Sunday, where she performed in her first rehearsal with the song “Aphrodisiac.” The next…
- 19 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:29pm -
Photo Exhibition of Constantinople Begins This Week
A magnificent photo exhibition from May 15 – June 20 is being hosted by the Sismanoglio Megaro of the General Consulate of Greece in Istanbul. The exhibition, which is composed of a large collection of photographs that capture countless aspects of…
- 20 hours ago, 17 May 12, 5:23pm -
ECB President: Possible EU Exit for Greece
Mario Draghi, President of the ECB (European Central Bank), urged Greece to remain a member of the 17 member eurozone countries. He actually admitted that Greece’s political turmoil may and can lead to its exit from the currency bloc. During his sp…
- 1 day ago, 17 May 12, 7:06am -
David Beckham to Join Olympic Flame Ceremony in Athens
Internationally recognized British soccer player David Beckham will take part in the handover ceremony of the Olympic Flame to be held on May 17 at the Panathenaic Stadium of Athens. According to the official announcement published on the London 2012…
- 2 days ago, 16 May 12, 5:41pm -
Manuscript of Great Historic Importance Found in Istanbul
An important manuscript was discovered in Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. Topkapi was the residence of the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years. The manuscript found is of significant meaning, because it consists of information regarding the years befor…
- 2 days ago, 16 May 12, 5:39pm -

World

Malaysia Hosts Greek Food Festival
The love for their homecountry that characterizes Greeks of Malaysia plays a key role for the successful ten-day-long event they’ve organized in Kuala Lumpur. From May 10-20, in a central hotel of the capital, traditional Greek dishes have won Mala…
- 20 hours ago, 17 May 12, 4:58pm -
Greek Businessman Brings Smiles to the Children of Guatemala
Ilias Poulias is a Greek businessman working in Guatemala. The good Greek samaritan established, along with his brother, Fundación Poulias in 2007 to help poor children. Poulias takes action in several working sectors, including banking, finance, re…
- 4 days ago, 14 May 12, 7:05pm -
First Homer Encyclopedia Created By Tel-Aviv University Researcher
Homer, one of the most famous poets of all time, is firmly entrenched in the Western canon as a master of classical literature. His two most renowned works, the Iliad and the Odyssey, are core texts for students and scholars alike. Now, Prof. Mar…
- 4 days ago, 14 May 12, 7:00pm -
Japanese Magazine Features Greek Fisherman Living in Boston
Japan’s biggest fish-specialized magazine, Salty, published a praising five page long article on Greek fisherman Dimitris Koutalakis, a Greek-American resident of Boston. According to the magazine, Koutalakis’ 32-feet-long sailboat carries amateu…
- 7 days ago, 11 May 12, 8:17pm -
Pirates Hijack Greek-Owned Tanker
Pirates have hijacked a Greek-owned oil tanker carrying 135,000 metric tonnes (148,812 tons) of crude oil while in the Arabian Sea off Oman, the vessel’s manager said. Dynacom Tankers Management said it had lost contact with the crew of the MT Smyr…
- 7 days ago, 11 May 12, 8:34am -
Event Held in China to Promote Greek Olive Oil
The Mediterranean diet has numerous supporters all over the world and undoubtedly, their favorite ingredient is olive oil. The Mediterranean food pyramid is based on the essential oil so it’s no surprise that Greeks try to promote this beneficial…
- 8 days ago, 10 May 12, 5:31pm -

Greek Travel Destinations

Discovering Your Jewish Heritage in Greece
Emily Isaacs Udler visited Greece in order to re-discover her Jewish roots. Below is what she found out during her trip. I have just returned from 10 days in Greece . The idea for the trip arose out of a conversation with a dear couple of former-Braz…
- 25 days ago, 23 Apr 12, 6:07pm -
Olympia:The Birthplace of the Olympic Games
Olympia a sanctuary of ancient Greece in Elis, is known for having been the site of the Olympic Games in classical times, comparable in importance to the Pythian Games held in Delphi. Both games were held every Olympiad (i.e. every four years), the O…
- 48 days ago, 31 Mar 12, 8:13am -
Mutton on the Move (A tourist writes about Karpathos)
By Roberta Beach Jacobson There are more sheeple than people on Karpathos. Husband Alf and I have learned much about the rhythm of our adopted island from observing the sheep who decorate the hillsides. Truly, sheep seem to be everywhere. I fondly re…
- 48 days ago, 31 Mar 12, 7:02am -
Visiting Meteora and the Monasteries
Meteora is a complex of Eastern Orthodox monasteries built the into natural sandstone pillars on the northwestern edge of the Plain of Thessaly. It is believed that the original monasteries built in the 11th and 12th centuries were used by hermit mon…
- 48 days ago, 31 Mar 12, 6:55am -
Cave of the Lakes
Explore the legendary “Cave of the Lakes” in the village Kastria of Achaia, only 17 km far from Kalavrita. It truly is a rare creation of Nature. Apart from its labyrinth of corridors, its mysterious galleries and its strange stalactite formation…
- 26 Sep 11, 1:48pm -
Petralona Cave
the Petralona Cave in Chalkidiki (Western Makedonia) is situated about 1 km to the East of the homonymous village, on the western cliffs of the ancient Kalavros mountain (~700 m height), that the inhabitants of the region call Katsika. Cave’s geogr…
- 26 Sep 11, 1:28pm -

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Agony Art | Sun 20 May @7.30pm
Name: Agony ArtItem price: event invitationLocation: LondonDescription:Agony Art | Sun 20 May @7.30pmRARA EXCHANGESwith Rosalind Crisp, Andrew Morrish, Reynaldo Young & Antigone Avdiperformance starts 7.30pm | bar available from 7.00pmtickets: £…
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Agony Art | Sat 14 April @ 7.30pm | Chisenhale Dance Space
Name: Agony ArtItem price: event invitationLocation: LondonDescription:Agony Art | Saturday 14 April @ 7.30pmwith Rahel Vonmoos & Seke ChimutengwendeRahel is an independent dance artist who makes her own and collaborative work for many years. The p…
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Agony Art | Sat 24 March @ 7.00pm | Chisenhale Dance Space
Name: Agony ArtItem price: eventLocation: LondonDescription:AUDIO + VISUAL = AUDIOVISUALan evening of works byClaudia Robles Angel, Javier Alejandro Garavaglia and Simon Katantickets: £5 on the door & a donation bar!ATChisenhale Dance Space64-…
- 74 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 8:23pm -
The Genocide of the Ottoman Greeks: A Timely New Book Announcement
Name: Aristide D. Caratzas, PublisherItem price: NewsLocation: Scarsdale, NYDescription:The recent vote against the denial of the Armenian Genocide held by the French Parliament, and the discussion to recognize the same event by the Israeli Knesset,…
- 90 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 2:40pm -
Agony Art | Saturday 25 February 2012 @ 7.00pm
Name: Antigone AvdiItem price: event invitationLocation: LondonDescription:Agony ArtSaturday 25 February 2012 @ 7.00pmI Am Not An Animal!!!Inspired by the phrase “I Am not an Animal” featuring in the main scene of David Lynch’smovie “The…
- 90 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 9:56am -
GreekFoodShop.com – The Quality Greek Food Products Now Also Available Abroad
Name: GreekFoodShop.comItem price: ANNOUNCEMENTLocation: ATHENSDescription:GreekFoodShop.com is a new venture put together by Greek entrepreneurs, who despite the current wave of events wish to invest on the export of Greek food products.GreekFoodSh…
- 94 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 8:20am -