Biden: Today is Greek Independence Day – myMotherLode.com
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As the U.S. presidential election enters its home stretch, the various ethnic and social groups that make up the mosaic of American society are trying to present their causes and secure commitments on the issues that concern them most. In this context, the Greek-American community must exert its influence on both sides of the political spectrum to draw attention to Turkish provocations in the Aegean Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean. US President Donald Trump’s friendship with Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan means he is not playing the role Athens and Nicosia would like him to play. On the other hand, Trump…
During a month-long celebration of Greek heritage, communities around the world come together to honor the rich tapestry of culture and tradition that Greece has woven throughout its history.From ancient civilizations that laid the foundation for Western thought to modern innovations in literature, cuisine and science, Greek Heritage Month recalls the enduring legacy of this remarkable civilization.In Glen Cove, the rain may have poured down, but it couldn’t dampen the lively festivities as the community gathered on Village Square to celebrate its Greek heritage. Led by Holy Resurrection Church, this celebration marked a significant moment, as the last time Glen…
Broadcast list Contact us Staff Athenian democracy is an imperfect system that led to mob rule, classics professor says By Brian Fitzgerald Loren Samons Photo by Kalman Zabarsky Word democracy comes from Greek democracya combination of demosmeaning people, and kratos, meaning power. Democracy: power of the people. This is the ideal form of government, isn’t it? Loren J. Samons answers no – not in the way it was practiced by Athens in the 5th and 4th centuries BC. Athenian democracy was remarkably direct, rather than representative, he says, and America’s founding fathers considered this form of government “unstable and dangerous.”…
The requirement restricts travelers from third countries like the United States to 30 European nations, including France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain. The applications would have brought in €7 each, which represents a considerable sum. As popular European cities continue to face the challenges of overtourism in 2024, they are choosing to look beyond the financial solutions provided by tourism taxes. These destinations are now deploying unprecedented innovative strategies aimed not only at managing crowds, but also at preserving their cultural heritage, protecting the environment and maintaining the quality of life of their residents. Several new anti-tourism measures in…
The last few weeks have subjected Americans to images of atrocities committed by black Americansunfortunately, know only too well: murders at the hands of the police and horrific but common cases of racial discrimination. These injustices have lasted for decades, with Black people protest largely alone. This time it’s different, as police brutality and anti-racist protests occurred in all 50 states, in small towns as well as in big cities, and even all over the world. The protesters are not only black this time; they display a nice range of races and ethnicitiesin the streets together to proclaim that black…
For 50 years, The Hellenic Chronicle has been the primary source of information about events in the Greek-American community. Through its weekly coverage, the Chronicle has covered topics ranging from archdiocesan expansion to cultural organizations, as well as the professional success and personal celebrations of individuals and families. The newspaper has been closed for almost 20 years and, until now, its historical content was barely accessible to the public. The only ways to access the content are either to manually browse the microfiche at the Boston Public Library or to browse the deteriorated archival pages in bound volumes at the…
The Acropolis in Greece has remained perched above Athens for millennia, but experts gathered this weekend at the Zappeion Megaron – a remarkable building at the center of Athens’ national gardens – focused on its future rather than about his past.Indeed, the Parthenon and other buildings, some dating from the 5th century BCE, are increasingly threatened by the impacts of climate change. This is the case for heritage sites around the world, and the two-day conference in Athens focused on how to meet the challenge of protecting the planet’s cultural treasures.“According to leading scientists, there is no doubt that we…
During a month-long celebration of Greek heritage, communities around the world come together to honor the rich tapestry of culture and tradition that Greece has woven throughout its history.From ancient civilizations that laid the foundation for Western thought to modern innovations in literature, cuisine and science, Greek Heritage Month recalls the enduring legacy of this remarkable civilization.In Glen Cove, the rain may have poured down, but it couldn’t dampen the lively festivities as the community gathered on Village Square to celebrate its Greek heritage. Led by Holy Resurrection Church, this celebration marked a significant moment, as the last time Glen…
Entrepreneur of the Year honors ambitious entrepreneurs building a bolder future Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur of the Year award.® 2023 New England Awards. The New England program celebrates entrepreneurs from Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. In its 37th year, the Entrepreneur of the Year Award is one of the most prestigious business awards given to transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth businesses who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all. These 36 entrepreneurs were selected as finalists by an independent jury. Candidates were evaluated…