Last Monday, February 12, we lost a beacon of the Greek-American community, Stelios Stroumbakis. His passing resonates deeply among those who knew him, leaving a void in the hearts of many. Born in Constantinople and having spent his entire life in the United States, Stroumbakis was a former scientific advisor to Con Edison. Yet it is his dedication to preserving Greek heritage and culture in America that truly sets him apart. A life dedicated to heritage and community Stroumbakis’ commitment to the Greek-American community was evident in his many leadership roles within various organizations. He served as a board member…
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Marketing Greece attempts to reveal the inexhaustible world of Corfu to international travelers with its new video titled “Corfu: A Class Act in the Ionian Islands” and invites them on a journey of experiences that awakens all the senses, reports ANA.In 1h24 minutes, Corfu welcomes the traveler on a tour full of authentic images. From the narrow streets of the old town – the “cantounie” – and the island’s picturesque villages to activities in the magnificent landscapes of Corfu and from intangible cultural heritage to traditional arts and local gastronomy. The island’s history is revealed through aesthetically pleasing shots that…
My big Greek wedding might technically be a romantic comedy, but the 2002 film is just as much an extremely affectionate and accurate sociological depiction of the daily lives of Greek-Americans. The film strives to incorporate many of the experiences of Greek-Americans, from the rituals of social gatherings to the conflicts that arise between extended family members. SCREEN VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Everywhere, even when it satirizes some of these elements and risks transforming certain characters into stereotypes, My big Greek wedding analyzes Greek-American culture through a completely loving lens. There is no harsh criticism…
Edward Giannaros was re-elected to the Farmington, Connecticut City Council on 2sd District, Tuesday November 5th. Edward, a Democrat, served on the city council for two years. However, he is not new to the political scene. Before being elected to the City Council in 2017, he served for twelve years on the Zoning Board of Appeals, including five years as chairman. He is the son of Demetrios Giannaros, a former state representative from Farmington and former majority leader and vice speaker of the Connecticut House of Representatives. Edouard Giannaros Edward is a financial analyst currently working as a financial software…
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Years before starting her own family, Stella Belia was already leading a tireless campaign for legal recognition. Her fight could finally be over this week – just months before her twins’ 17th birthday.Greek lawmakers are expected to legalize same-sex marriage in a parliamentary vote on Thursday, with a rare show of multi-stakeholder collaboration.The approval would make Greece the first Orthodox Christian countries to take this step, thereby eliminating many legal obstacles for same-sex couples who already have or wish to have children.“I’ve been fighting for this since I discovered who I was,” says Belia, a 57-year-old…
Sitting at the gates of the Sahara desert, Timbuktu conjures up images of a mythical city at the end of the world, where Arab and African merchants traveled far and wide to trade salt, gold, livestock and grain. In the English language, the city in northern Mali has become a distant place. Undaunted, the caravans still travel the route through the desert and come to town several times a year. They carry rock salt mined from the northern Sahara, just as their ancestors did for centuries.At its peak in the 16th century, the city had a population of 100,000, as…
Athens, Greece – Greece has become a key supporter of Israel in the Eastern Mediterranean, a position unimaginable just over a decade ago and seemingly at odds with public opinion. “I come here not only as an ally but as a true friend,” declared Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, in Tel Aviv on October 23, while the last Conflict in the Middle East has broken out. “From the beginning, Greece has supported Israel’s right to defend itself in accordance with international law,” he said. Unlike other European leaders who have shown similar solidarity, Mitsotakis…
The stand of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) received the “Best Decoration Award” at an international tourism fair held in Mumbai from February 8 to 10, reports ANA. After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, GNTO’s participation in the outbound travel market (OTM 2024) underlined Greece’s commitment to a strong return to the global tourism scene. The agency highlighted the country’s rich cultural heritage, unique destinations and the diversity of tourism experiences that Greece can offer to travelers from around the world, with a particular focus on the emerging market of India. During the exhibition, numerous meetings took…
13/02 22:53European Commission: Greece takes command of maritime operations in the Red Sea 13/02 22:47Greek minister discusses migration cooperation with State Department officials 13/02 22:41Hellenic-American Cultural Foundation Presents Lecture with American University President 13/02 19:27Greek kiosk wins ‘Best Decoration Award’ at Mumbai Tourism Fair 13/02 15:37Greek supermarkets record increase in value and decrease in volume of sales of FMCG products 13/02 00:39Prime Minister: Greece is Serbia’s most stable ally in its European perspective 13/02 00:34The Pan-Rhodian Society holds NY “Artoklasia” and Vasilopita at Island Park Panaghia 12/02 9:20 p.m.Greek Tourism Minister concludes meetings with luxury tourism officials in New York…
NEWS The shipowners’ family’s ultimatum to the 75-year-old foreman to leave the house where he had been placed and his dismissal from the company a few days earlier were apparently the cause of the triple assassination of the owner. of shipping company Maria Karnesi, general director Antonis Vlassakis and ship captain Ilias Koukoularis – at the company’s offices in Glyfada, south of Athens, on Monday, before committing suicide.