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Greek-American Scholars and Writers Invited to Submit Work for AHIF Journal’s 2026 Volume
The American Hellenic Institute Foundation is seeking submissions for the 2026 volume of The American Journal of Contemporary Hellenic Issues, with a special section on the Greek language and its role in the diaspora.
Greece, Cyprus, Israel and the U.S. Give East Med Energy Cooperation a Base in Houston
A new Houston-based center brings Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and the U.S. together on East Med energy, infrastructure, and security.
John Ioannis Bageas
John Ioannis Bageas of Huntingdon Valley, born in Elatohori, Greece, passed away on June 11, 2026. He was 71.
John V. Kassimatis, 9/11 Hero and Archon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, Dies
John V. Kassimatis, a former Port Authority Police officer and Archon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, died after an illness linked to 9/11. His life connected Ground Zero, Saint Nicholas, and decades of service.
A.F. Helios Wins Eyelands Grand Prize for Loukas & Lydia and the Secret of the Disk
Loukas & Lydia and the Secret of the Disk, the debut novel by A.F. Helios, has been named Grand Prize Published Book at the 2025 Eyelands Book Awards.
St. Basil Academy Sexual Abuse Case Moves Toward Trial After Judge Allows Claims to Continue
Three former St. Basil Academy residents have cleared a legal hurdle in Child Victims Act lawsuits against the academy and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.
Pyrros Dimas Is Still Lifting for Greece
Pyrros Dimas’ new role as IWF Weightlifting Ambassador returns him to the sport that made him a Greek icon, where Olympic memory, Greek identity, and weightlifting’s future meet.
Christina Kitsos and the Greek-Swiss Story Behind Geneva’s Mayoral Office
A biographical profile of Christina Kitsos, Geneva’s Greek-Swiss mayor, tracing her family history, Swiss public career, and work in social cohesion.
Greek Name Days This Week: June 14 to June 20, 2026
Greek name days this week, June 14 to June 20, 2026, with Orthodox commemorations and names including Elissaios, Augustinos, Monica, Paisios, and Methodios.
Pontian Youth Gather in Toronto for 17th Annual Synapantema
Synapantema 2026, the 17th Annual Pan-Pontian Youth Convention USA-Canada, will bring Pontian youth organizations to Toronto from June 19 to 21.
Thomas Diamanty
Thomas John Diamanty, founder of T.J. Diamanty Engineering Co. and devoted member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, passed away on June 7, 2026.
Mary Zafiropoulos
Maria “Mary” Zafiropoulos, formerly of Springfield, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 2, 2026, at age 84. She is remembered for her devotion to family, faith, and community.
