People Brett Daniel Check out these seven ways to recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the workplace, inspired by Elevate, ADP’s AAPI business resources group. Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is about discovering, honoring and recognizing AAPI communities, who bring unique cultures and experiences to the workplace. “AAPI Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and contributions of all AAPI communities,” says Dave Kwon, corporate vice president and legal director of ADP. Kwon is…
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Brings vision, energy and experience to empower women innovators The Hellenic Initiative (THI) is pleased to announce that Cathy Papoulias-Sakellaris has joined its Board of Directors. Founded in 2012, THI is a global non-profit organization that brings together diaspora Greeks and Philhellenes to invest in Greece today through programs focused on economic development and combating the crisis. Since its inception, THI has invested approximately $20 million and is the largest Greek diaspora organization in the world. Ms. Papoulias-Sakellaris brings a wealth of private sector business experience, particularly in the areas of strategy and marketing, as well as significant expertise in…
Josh Taylor ❘ Published: 2024-02-22T13:41:36 ❘ Update: 2024-02-22T13:41:47 Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 is set to focus on Greek mythology after a major leak revealed various Greek-themed NPCs, skins, cosmetics, map changes and an in-game event is coming. Fortnite ends with its first revolution Chapter 5 Seasonwho only has a few weeks left. This season broke records and saw the arrival of three revolutionary new modes, as well as major collaborations with Family Guy, Solid Snake and TMNT. As the season draws to a close, rumors and speculation about what to expect in Chapter 5 Season 2 have intensified.Article continues…
The opening of the 45th International Tourism Fair took place on Wednesday evening in Belgrade, with Greece this year holding the title of “Partner Country”. The fair was opened by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni, ANA reports.“The friendship of our two peoples has its roots in a common history, cultural ties, the struggle for freedom and our ambitions for a secure future,” Kefalogianni emphasized in his speech. She also highlighted the importance of cooperation in the field of tourism for the economic development and well-being of the people of the two countries.”The Belgrade International Tourism…
Almost as long as people have been recording history, they have been documenting sexual assault. According to the writings of ancient Greece At Bible to letters from first explorers, sexual violence has long been a brutal part of human history. Some attacks have even changed the course of history. And, like all history, what we know about past sexual assaults is generally what the victors – mostly men – have told.“Women are erased,” says Sharon Block, professor of history at the University of California, Irvine and author of Colonial Complexions: Race and the Body in Eighteenth-Century America. “The historical rapes…
Athens will be without taxis on February 27 and 28 due to a 48-hour strike, the Union of Taxi Drivers of Attica (SATΑ) decided on Wednesday during an extraordinary meeting of its board of directors, reports l ‘ANA. Taxi drivers have described the government’s economic model as “a cause for war”, saying it targets all forms of individual entrepreneurship in Greece. During the strike, SATA will organize a general assembly of the sector at the Peristeri exhibition center (February 28) to align its founding charter with what is stipulated by current legislation. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in…
The Hellenic Congress of America (HCA) held its Vasilopita Cutting Ceremony on February 4 at the Petros Patrides Cultural Center at St. Demetrios Cathedral in Astoria, with the organization looking forward to continuing its efforts to unify Hellenism. During its first eight years of operation, the HCA was one of the organizations that pushed for Greeks living abroad to finally be able to vote from where they lived. HCA Secretary General, Dr. Despina Afentouli, a journalist and sociologist, delivered the welcome speech and served as master of ceremonies for the event. HCA President Dr. Demetrios Markouizos emphasized that the goal…
09/11/2019 Soleil Lowell By Robert Mills In 1890, there were fewer than 100 Greeks living in the town of Lowell, but just 35 years later, Lowell was home to the third largest Greek population in America, behind New York and Chicago, according to Wael Kamal, assistant dean. from the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at UMass Lowell.Most of these first-generation Greeks came here fleeing wars and economic crisis, seeking economic opportunity, according to a new exhibit at University Crossing, “Acropolis of America: Lowell’s Greek Community 1874 – 2020 “.“They dreamed of upward mobility, social mobility and an…
Entrepreneur of the Year honors ambitious entrepreneurs building a bolder future Miami, April 28 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur of the Year award.® Florida Awards 2023. The Florida program celebrates entrepreneurs from Florida and Puerto Rico. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award, now in its 37th year, is one of the most prestigious business awards given to transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a fairer, more sustainable world and more prosperous for all. These 23 entrepreneurs were selected as finalists by an independent jury. Candidates were evaluated…
The risks and harms associated with alcohol consumption have been systematically evaluated over the years and are well documented. The World Health Organization released a statement in The Lancet Public Health: When it comes to alcohol consumption, there is no safe amount that does not affect health.It’s the alcohol that causes harm, not the drinkingAlcohol is a toxic, psychoactive and addictive substance and was classified as a Group 1 carcinogen several decades ago by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. This is the highest risk group, which also includes asbestos, radiation and tobacco. Alcohol causes at least seven types…