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Name Days this Week: April 19 – 25, 2026
Greek name days celebrated from April 19 to 25, 2026, as communities mark the period after Easter.
Who Owns Patsas? A Bowl of Soup and an Old Argument Across the Aegean
A campaign in Thessaloniki to recognize patsas as part of Greece’s cultural heritage has stirred reactions in Turkish media, reviving a familiar dispute over food, identity, and shared history across the Aegean.
Panel in New York Explores Pontic Greek Genocide Through Vatican Archives
A New York panel explored Vatican archival evidence on the Pontic Greek Genocide, focusing on missionary accounts and ongoing debates over historical recognition.
Greek Jewish Festival Highlights Romaniote Heritage in New York City on May 17
The Greek Jewish Festival takes place May 17, 2026 in New York City with music, food, dance, and synagogue tours on the Lower East Side.
Cyprus Has a “Plan” for the British Bases. But What Does That Really Mean?
Cyprus says it has a plan for the British bases, but the balance of power tells a different story. A closer look at sovereignty, leverage, and what can actually change.
Offshore Wealth Still Drains Billions from Greece, Estimates Show
Estimates show large amounts of Greek wealth remain offshore, limiting tax revenue despite new enforcement tools and international data sharing.
Christ Gust Kraras
Christ Gust Kraras, known for his work in Reading and his decades of service at Saints Constantine and Helen Church, passed away March 23, 2026, at 79.
Petals & Purses: Annunciation Evangelismos PTO to Host Annual Designer Bag Event in Elkins Park
Annunciation Evangelismos PTO hosts its Petals & Purses fundraiser on April 18, 2026, in Elkins Park, PA. Dinner, prizes, tickets required.
For Some Americans, IVF Means a Trip to Greece
As IVF costs rise and access tightens in the US and UK, more patients are turning to Greece for treatment. Lower prices, fewer delays, and a growing network of clinics are reshaping the path to…
When Greece Becomes a Backdrop: What Shows Like Emily in Paris Get Right and Wrong
How shows like Emily in Paris package cities for global audiences and why Greece is often reduced to a familiar, export-ready image.
FOCUS North America to Host “Love in Action” Benefit Dinner at St. Sophia in Jeffersonville
FOCUS North America will host its “Love in Action” benefit dinner on May 2 at St. Sophia in Jeffersonville, featuring Executive Director Steven Christoforou.
Greek-American Group Urges U.S. to Act on Religious Freedom Concerns in Turkey
Greek-American advocates urge the U.S. to act on religious freedom concerns in Turkey following a new USCIRF report and renewed calls over Halki.
