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The Fascinating Story of the First Greeks Sailing to Australia

Aptly titled "Hawks in a Cage," a book released recently describes the fascinating story of the first seven Greeks who sailed to Australia. The book, by Konstandina Moshou, is a fictional adventure taking place on a British ship in...

“World’s Most Dangerous Bird” Emerges From Ocean in Australia

A surprising sight caught the attention of people at Bingil Bay on Australia's eastern coast this Halloween. In the water, there was a mysterious, dark shape, causing a stir. Initially, people believed it might be a shark's fin or even...

Lizard Thought to Be Extinct Rediscovered in Australia

A lizard thought to be extinct has been rediscovered in Australia after 42 years. The Lyon's Grassland Striped Skink was last seen in 1981, but now it's back. In April, scientists from the Queensland Museum and experts from James Cook...

Greek Restaurant in Melbourne Loses 90% of Profits After Supporting Israel

A Greek restaurant in Melbourne, Australia, named Mediterranean Greek Tavern, received an unexpected backlash after expressing solidarity with the Jewish community via Facebook. According to co-owner Perry Le Greco's statement to Daily Mail Australia, he aimed to convey his support...

The Greek Paradox: Why Do First Generation Greek-Australians Live Longer?

Scottish-Australian physician Norman Swan has made a complex discovery recently. Swan found that Greek-Australians, despite subscribing to potentially life-threatening practices and diets, have the second highest life expectancy behind the Japanese. Swan dubbed this situation "the Greek Paradox" in his...

The Astonishing Story of the First Female Greek Immigrant to Australia

Ekaterini Plessou-Crummer, the first female Greek immigrant to Australia in the mid-1800s, has an incredible personal story that is filled with encounters with historical figures of the Greek War of Independence. Plessou was born in a small village in Thesprotia...

American Tourist Fights Off a ‘Frisky’ Kangaroo in Hilarious Video

An American tourist who had to fight off a "frisky" kangaroo while on holiday in Australia has become an internet sensation. In a TikTok posted by @brooke.so.hip on June 11, a man was seen shielding a woman away from a...

Anzac Day: When Australians and New Zealanders Fought for Greece

ANZAC Day is a day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those...

Climate Models Warn of Possible Super El Nino

Climate experts are warning of a possible El Niño phenomenon later this year. El Niño is a warming of the Pacific Ocean that can cause extreme weather events worldwide. Some models suggest a "super El Niño" with very high...