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Philly Author Jim Zervanos Releases New Novel “American Gyro”, A Greek-American Coming-of-Age Story
Philly author Jim Zervanos presents his new novel, American Gyro, a story drawn from his family history and Greek-American upbringing. Meet him on December 10 in Bala Cynwyd.
Greece Updates Its Inheritance Laws for the First Time in 80 Years — Here Is What It Means for Greek Americans
Greece is updating its inheritance laws for the first time in decades. Here is what the changes mean for Greek Americans with family or property back home.
From “Madam Ambassador” to California’s Next Treasurer? The Eleni Kounalakis Story
From U.S. ambassador to California’s first woman lieutenant governor, Eleni Kounalakis now sets her sights on the 2026 race for state treasurer.
How Greek North America Kept Greece Alive in WWII
How Greek Americans and Greek Canadians raised millions, broke a blockade, and even formed a Greek Battalion. The Diaspora that fed a nation and fought for it.
What Connects Greece and the Philippines? More Than You Think
At first glance, Greece and the Philippines seem worlds apart. Yet their story stretches from a Greek chemist founding a university in Manila to thousands of Filipino seafarers working on Greek ships today.
Greeks in Ottawa: Sons of Pericles Reconnect in Canada’s Capital
Young members of the Sons of Pericles meet in Ottawa, October 31 to November 2, for a weekend of connection and celebration ahead of the organization’s 100th anniversary.
Cyprus Independence Day: A Celebration with Shadows
Cyprus marked Independence Day on October 1st with parades in Nicosia and calls for unity, a reminder of the island’s 1960 founding and its unresolved division.
The Clarinet That Spoke for Epirus: Melbourne’s Greek Youth to Honor Petroloukas Halkias
Melbourne’s Greek youth will honor Petroloukas Halkias, the legendary clarinetist of Epirus, with a tribute concert on October 12, celebrating his enduring influence on Greek traditional music.
From Crisis to Comeback: Greece’s Recovery and the Cost of Living Pinch
Greece has gone from bailouts and brain drain to one of the eurozone’s fastest-growing economies. Yet while investment returns and more Greeks move back home, many families still struggle with low wages, high rents, and…
ReBrain Greece Hosts New York Career Event for Greek Professionals on December 7
ReBrain Greece is hosting a career networking event on December 7, 2025, in New York. It will connect Greek professionals abroad with more than 40 top employers and showcase incentives for those considering returning to…
The Day Papadopoulos Became Pappas
Greek names in America tell a story. From the early 1900s, when Papadopoulos became Pappas to fit on a diner sign, to today, when younger generations reclaim the full name with pride, each change reflects…
Greeks Abroad Gather for THI’s 9th London Gala
On October 9, 2025, The Hellenic Initiative will host its 9th Annual London Gala at The Dorchester. The evening will bring together the Greek diaspora to celebrate and support THI’s mission for Greece.
