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Diaspora Voting Feels Fair From Abroad. From Greece, It Doesn’t.
As Greece debates postal voting and diaspora seats in parliament, this opinion examines why overseas voting feels fair abroad but contested inside Greece.
Eirini Sidiropoulos
Eirini Sidiropoulos, 63, originally from Veria, Greece and a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Media, passed away on February 12, 2026.
Pan-Messinian Federation Opens 2026 Greek Summer School Applications
Applications are open for the 2026 Pan-Messinian Federation Greek Summer School in Kalamata, offering Greek language education and cultural programming for youth.
St. Thomas in Cherry Hill to Present Completed Iconography on February 18
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill will present its completed iconography on February 18. Cosmos Philly will live-stream the event.
Name Days this Week: February 15 – 21, 2026
Greek name days observed between February 15 and 21, 2026, including traditional names and customary celebrations.
Nafpaktian Society Holds Tsiknopempti in Voorhees, NJ
The Nafpaktian Society celebrated Tsiknopempti in Voorhees with live music by Yianni Papastefanou & Orchestra and souvlakia grilling outside.
Island of Ghosts and Dreams Reexamines WWII Greece in New Novel by Christopher Cosmos
Christopher Cosmos’ new novel Island of Ghosts and Dreams revisits Greece during World War II, focusing on resistance, family, and survival in Crete.
Holy Trinity Nears $4M Goal for New Church in Egg Harbor Township
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Egg Harbor Township has raised $3.5 million toward a $4 million goal to build a new sanctuary featuring a golden dome and adult baptistry.
Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia Announces 2026–2027 Scholarship Opportunities
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia is accepting applications for its 2026–2027 scholarship program for undergraduate and graduate students of Greek descent or Hellenic Studies.
AHI to Mark 52nd Anniversary With Hellenic Heritage Achievement and National Public Service Awards Dinner
The American Hellenic Institute will honor community leaders at its 52nd Anniversary Hellenic Heritage Achievement and National Public Service Awards Dinner in Washington, DC.
From the NFL to Athens: Los Angeles Chargers Bring Flag Football to Greek Youth
The Los Angeles Chargers hosted a flag football youth camp in Athens at The American College of Greece, bringing students hands-on experience with the sport ahead of its Olympic debut.
From Socrates to Superintelligence: A Virtual Conversation on Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence
The Hellenic American Women’s Council hosts a virtual discussion on Greek philosophy and artificial intelligence with Dr. George Chatzivasileiou on Feb. 28.
