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I visited Palestine for the first time last April, at the end of Ramadan. Just a few days before my arrival, the occupant Israeli Defense Forces used stun grenades and rubber bullets to clean up the Al-Aqsa compound, home to the Islamic mosque and prayer hall atop the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Even the faithful were arrested. With my American passport, I could move around the region more easily than the locals. As I passed through checkpoints in the West Bank, I saw surveillance cameras, IDF soldiers armed with rifles, and the separation wall that prevents Palestinians from moving freely…
By Dr. Anastasios Koularmanis* Greek parochial education in America has a long tradition dating back to the late 19th century. From the earliest days of Greek immigration, Greek American communities recognized the importance of preserving their Greek Orthodox heritage and faith, leading to the establishment of Greek language schools in conjunction with their parish churches. These schools have always aimed to instill in young people the values and traditions of Greek Orthodoxy, thereby forming knowledgeable and responsible members of the Greek Orthodox Church. The establishment of Greek schools in America accelerated in the early 20th century, marking a significant milestone…
The 7th Annual Hellenic Initiative (THI) Gala, held at the Dorchester on October 5, demonstrated the solidarity of the Greek diaspora with the Greek people in the wake of this summer’s devastating floods and wildfires , raising more than $300,000 – a record. Funds raised will support direct crisis relief and economic development in Greece and Cyprus, including continued support for young entrepreneurs and startups. The sold-out gala was co-chaired by THI Board Member Nikos Stathopoulos, THI London Board Member Constantine M. Logothetis, and THI International Ambassador Princess Tatiana. The event brought together 410 guests and honored the Stelios Philanthropic…
Greek family finds a home locally with The Schooner; their story is part of the next cultural heritage showcase Published at 12:24 a.m. on Wednesday October 11, 2023 1 of 5 Constantine and Antonia Megas at the Schooner, 2017. (Archive photo) The first photograph ever taken by Constantine Megas. The photo was sent to his Uncle Eugene to recognize him upon his arrival in Texas. He was 14 years old in the photo. (Courtesy photo) Antonia Megas in her high school uniform in Greece. (Courtesy photo) Constantine and Antonia Megas at their wedding. (Courtesy photo) Constantine and Antonia Megas after…
The Greek economist and politician Yanis Varoufakis “was briefly the Greek Minister of Finance in 2015,” remembers the Conversation. Now its new book asks the question “What killed capitalism”, with the first word of the title providing an answer.“Techno-feudalism”. Varoufakis argues that we no longer live in a capitalist society… “Today, capitalist relations remain intact, but techno-feudal relations began to overtake them”, writes Varoufakis. Traditional capitalists, he proposes, have become “vassal capitalists.” They are subordinate and dependent on a new breed of “overlords” – big tech companies – who generate enormous wealth through new digital platforms. A new form of…
“1MBB Next Gen” Action Pledge leverages HBCUs as a pipeline to successfully identify and nurture 5,000 aspiring Black entrepreneursThe groundbreaking 1MBB initiative aims to strengthen ownership in America’s small businesses by increasing access to resources such as capital, technology and mentoring.ATLANTA, September 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Operation HOPE announced a “commitment to action” today at the annual meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI). This commitment will extend its revolutionary action 1 Million Black Business Initiative (1MBB) with specific goals for students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The news was shared at the CGI 2023 meeting in New…
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His Eminence, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, presented a Back-to-School Agiasmos to students at the Greek American Institute of Zoodohos Peghe Greek Orthodox Church, located in the Bronx, New York. Approximately 200 students are enrolled at the Greek American Institute (GAI). Among those present at Agiasmos were Reverend Protopresbyter Elias Villis, Archdiocesan District Chancellor, Zoodohos Peghe Parish Priest Father Vasilios Louros, and GAI Director Rosie Sifuentes. (September 26, 2023) Read His Eminence’s remarks here. Photos: Archdiocesan District
We’ve always maintained that choosing the right glass of wine or beer can make or break a meal. The same goes for incorporating it into your diet, especially in meaty and sauced foods like chili. This can improve their flavor and aroma. There is scientific data explaining why this happens. Alcohol sticks to fat and water molecules, acting as a carrier beacon for them. This helps attract these molecules to your nose and taste buds, producing a more complex dining experience. Cooking with alcohol is also a great way to use up leftover alcohol. When considering what type of alcohol…