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Greek Wedding Rice Campaign Wins Greece’s First Cannes Lions Grand Prix
A Greek wedding custom became an award-winning sustainability idea as “The Wedding Rice” won Greece’s first Cannes Lions Grand Prix.
Renting Out a Home in Greece: What Greek Americans Should Know Before Listing It
A practical guide for Greek Americans renting property in Greece, covering long-term leases, short-term rentals, AADE declarations, taxes, fees, local rules, and U.S. filing issues.
As Toxic Pufferfish Spread Through the Mediterranean, Greece Turns to Fishermen
Greece is paying fishermen to remove toxic silver-cheeked toadfish from its southern seas, as the invasive species damages gear, threatens catches, and raises food-safety concerns.
EU Rebukes Turkey Over Cyprus Exclusion From COP31 Preparations
The EU has rebuked Turkey after Cyprus said it was excluded from COP31 preparatory meetings in New York and Tokyo, adding tension ahead of the U.N. climate summit in Antalya.
Greek Name Days This Week: June 28 to July 4, 2026
The Greek name days for June 28 to July 4, 2026, include Anargyros, Germanos, Petros, Pavlos, Apostolos, Kosmas, Damianos, Juvenalios, Anatolios, and Hyakinthos.
Fotini Visvardis
Fotini Visvardis, born and raised in Sparta, Greece, is remembered for her Greek Orthodox faith, devotion to family, and life rooted in love, service, and strength.
Greek American Students Begin AHIF Foreign Policy Trip With Washington Briefings
Nine Greek American and Hellenic students opened AHIF’s 18th College Student Foreign Policy Trip with Washington briefings before traveling to Cyprus and Greece.
At SNF Nostos, a Phone-Free Kafeneio Brings Conversation Back
At SNF Nostos 2026, Kafeneio tou Gianni invites visitors to put away their phones and return to coffeehouse conversation, music, games, and late-night debates about artificial intelligence.
Poland Recognizes Greeks as a National Minority, Giving Legal Weight to a Long Presence
Poland has recognized Greeks as a national minority, giving legal status to a small community shaped by centuries of presence, postwar exile, and family memory.
Greece Breaks Ground on Armed Forces Drone Factory in Malakasa
Greece’s new Armed Forces drone factory in Malakasa reflects a broader push to build, adapt, and produce more defense technology at home.
St. Thomas Cherry Hill Welcomes Seven New Members Through Holy Baptism and Chrismation
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill welcomed seven new members into the Orthodox Christian faith during Divine Liturgy on Sunday, June 21.
Peter J. Peterson, Jr.
Peter J. Peterson, Jr., of Hillsborough Township, NJ, passed away on June 23, 2026. He is remembered for his humor, love of family, travels, fishing, and deep affection for animals.
