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SNF Signs Memorandum of Collaboration with Greek State (Pics & Vid)
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation signed a memorandum of collaboration with the Greek state on Wednesday, March 20 to provide upgrading and support of the health sector in Greece. Prime Minister Alexis...
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Works Inspired by the Greek War of Independence
The Greek War of Independence inspired many to take up arms and join the struggle. It also captured the hearts and minds of artists at that time and continues to inspire artists to the present day....
View ArticleMaloney Introduces House Resolution Urging Decision on FYROM Naming Dispute
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY), co-chair and co-founder of the Congressional Caucus on Hellenic Issues, on March 22 introduced a House Resolution calling for a fair and...
View ArticleWhy Easter is Called Easter, and Other Little-Known Facts about the Holiday
The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Brent Landau, University of Texas at Austin (THE CONVERSATION) This April 1, Christians...
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Greek-American, WWII Hero Mousalimas Awarded Congressional Gold Medal
WASINGTON, DC On March 21, a group of World War II veterans, including Greek-American Andrew Mousalimas, were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for their efforts in the Office of Strategic Services...
View ArticleSoul of Greece Radio Host Oscar Papanastasiou Dies at 89
LYNN, MA – Oscar Papanastasiou, who for more than half a century hosted the Greek language radio show Soul of Greece, died on March 15 at age 89. His beloved wife, Pauline (Chepes), predeceased him. He...
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Mykonos Mayor Visits TNH Offices, Says the Island is Betting on...
LONG ISLAND CITY – “We are betting on the U.S. market. We are betting on Greek-American and American tourists and investors and we have taken a number of initiatives and actions to attract them,”...
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Annual Raising of the Greek Flag Event at Daley Plaza in Chicago (Video)
CHICAGO, IL – An impressive crowd attended the Annual Raising of the Greek Flag and Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Richard J. Daley Center Plaza in Downtown Chicago on March 22. The Consul General of...
View ArticlePres. Trump Proclaims March 25, 2018, as Greek Independence Day
WASHINGTON: President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 25, 2018, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. Follows the statement published on...
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Dr. Elli Papaemmanuil Honored with Dr. Mary Kalopathakes Award
NEW YORK – The Hellenic Medical Society of New York (HMSNY) on March 22 held its 8th AnnualDr. Mary Kalopothakes Symposium at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan honoring honor Distinguished Female...
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Greek Businessman and Philanthropist from Odessa Visits the White House
NEW YORK – Pantelis Boumbouras, a businessman and philanthropist from Odessa, Ukraine, where the Filiki Eteria began, on March 22 visited the White House for the annual celebration of Greek...
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Honorable Judge, Archon, WWII Vet Nicholas Tsoucalas Dies at 91
The Honorable Nicholas Tsoucalas, of Weston, MA, formerly of Rego Park, NY, died peacefully after complications from pneumonia on March 22, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Catherine (Aravantinos)...
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Mourning Does Not Become Her Staged Reading in English and Greek
NEW YORK – A staged reading of Constantine Mourselas’ Mourning Does Not Become Her took place on March 16 at The Bridge Theatre at Shetler Studios in Manhattan and marks the play’s only known rendering...
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Greek Independence Event at White House- Speeches by Pres. Trump, Archbishop...
WASHINGTON, DC – Continuing the annual tradition, President Donald Trump on Thursday, March 22, opens the doors of the White House to welcome the representatives of the Greek community to celebrate the...
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GIANY’s A Shelter for Architecture Book Launch
NEW YORK – The Greek Institute of Architects in New York (GIANY) held a book launch on March 16 at the Consulate General of Greece in New York for its catalogue of its exhibition from nearly two years...
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Art and Films Inspired by the Greek War of Independence
Art and artists are often inspired by the world around them. When dramatic events are taking place, even far from home, it can be difficult to ignore them and not be moved to some action, especially...
View ArticleTribute to Judge Tsoucalas by John C. Stratakis
Honorable Nicholas Tsoucalas, The passing of the Honorable Nicholas Tsoucalas marks the end of an important era in the history of Greek Americans. Our community should remember this man for his...
View ArticleArchons Retreat Features World-Renowned Theologian Hanegraaff
SOUTHAMPTON, NY – The Order of Archons of St. Andrew of the Ecumenical Patriarchate held their 15th annual retreat the Kimisis tis Theotokou Parish in Southampton, NY. The theme was “Experiencing the...
View ArticleArchbishop Demetrios will Ask Leadership 100, Faith, for $10 Million Loan
BOSTON, MA – Following a strong reaction generated throughout the Greek-American community after The National Herald revealed that the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America planned to incur a $10...
View ArticleGoing on in Our Community
MARCH 24 ASTORIA – The Parade and Cultural Committee of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York presents Greek Opera and the Greek Revolution, featuring arias from two major works...
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