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Benaki Museum Program on the First Olympics Set for April 14 at Maliotis Cultural Center
A free program on the 1896 Olympic Games will be held April 14 in Brookline, featuring speakers from Greece and the Benaki Museum.
Navarino Challenge Rebrands as “Messinia Challenge” Ahead of 2026 Event
The Navarino Challenge sports event in Greece has been renamed Messinia Challenge. The 2026 event will take place May 8–10 in Costa Navarino with international athletes and participants.
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.
Philadelphia’s Golden Greek: Pete Pihos and the Eagles’ First Dynasty
From South Philly Greektown to Shibe Park, the story of Pete Pihos, a Greek American Hall of Famer whose grit, war service, and legacy shaped the Eagles’ first dynasty.
Athens, in Red: The Santa Run 2025
Athens filled with red as more than 1,000 runners dressed as Santa Claus took part in the Athens Santa Run 2025, turning the city center into a shared holiday celebration.
Golden Wreaths Presented in Philadelphia Ahead of Marathon Weekend
A new tradition took root in Philadelphia as Consul General Iphigenia Kanara presented golden wreaths from Greece to honor this year’s Marathon champions at a special ceremony at The Logan Hotel.
Greece Brings Ancient Symbol of Victory to the Philadelphia Marathon
For the first time, winners of the Philadelphia Marathon will receive golden olive wreaths from Greece, presented during a special ceremony with Greek and city officials.
The Greek-Canadian Behind Germany’s Rise in Women’s Basketball
Greek-Canadian coach Lisa Thomaidis led Germany’s women’s basketball team to its first Olympic Games and earned respect across Europe before returning to Canada.
From Symi to the NFL: The Spanos Family Brings Flag Football to Santorini
The Los Angeles Chargers are bringing their first NFL Flag Football event to Santorini on October 10–12, celebrating their Greek roots and the sport’s upcoming Olympic debut in 2028.
Pontian Student Climbs Mount Elbrus and Raises the Flag
A Pontian student from Anapa, Russia, climbed Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, and raised the Pontian flag.
AHEPA Thermopylae Chapter 445 Hosts 48th Annual Pan Hellenic Track Meet
The longest-running Greek American track meet in the U.S. returned to Marple Newtown this past weekend, bringing together youth athletes, families, and volunteers for a day of sports and community participation. Marple Newtown, PA –…
Los Angeles Chargers Bring The NFL To Greece, Marking A Historic First
Pioneering a new era of the NFL’s Global Markets Program Athens, April 29, 2025 – The Los Angeles Chargers proudly announce the NFL has awarded the team with international marketing rights to Greece, marking the…
