It was the only major rating agency that had delayed granting Greece investment grade status. Hatzidakis: “Greece is leaving its past behind.”
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Konstantinos Argyros and Alexandra Nika are set to celebrate both their wedding and their son’s baptism in a few months. The couple is facing the challenge of choosing godparents amidst numerous high-profile suggestions, with their decision eagerly anticipated.
A Coast Guard operation successfully rescued 71 migrants from a small boat 16 nautical miles south of Viannos, Crete, transporting them to Kaloi Limenes, Heraklion, for temporary housing.
Olympiakos narrowly defeated Panathinaikos 76-74 in a thrilling Euroleague derby in Piraeus, nearly blowing a 19-point lead but holding on to secure a top-two spot in the regular season standings, thanks to strong rebounding and a clutch performance despite a late comeback attempt by the Greens.
An earthquake was recorded early Friday afternoon (March 14) in Antirrio. The earthquake had a magnitude of 3.6 on the Richter scale, with a focal depth of 18.2 km and an epicenter…
U.S. President Donald Trump described talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin as “positive,” urging him to spare encircled Ukrainian troops, amid hopes of ending the Russia-Ukraine war. While Trump highlighted the discussions on Truth Social, a White House spokesperson clarified that U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, not Trump, met with Putin in Moscow.
The European Parliament has issued a resolution condemning Thailand for deporting 40 Uyghurs back to China, stating that the action violated international law, as reported by Radio Free Asia (RFA). The resolution…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis rolled out a new cabinet on Friday, tapping Kostis Hatzidakis as Deputy PM and Kyriakos Pierrakakis as Finance Minister, days after dodging PASOK’s no-confidence vote. With protests over Tempi and inflation rocking Greece, the reshuffle aims to reboot New Democracy’s image and tackle mounting woes, with the team swearing in Saturday.
A month after vanishing in Chania, 21-year-old German tourist Johan was found dead Friday in the Samaria Gorge’s rugged Gigilos area, near ‘Mitato tou Tzatzimou.’ Mountaineers discovered his body after a relentless search sparked by his sister’s viral social media plea, ending hopes for the young holidaymaker last seen at Xyloskalo on 13 February.
Klavdia’s breathtaking ‘Asteromata’ video debuted today on ERT, igniting Greece’s Eurovision 2025 campaign. Filmed in Kozani and Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon, the cinematic clip weaves a tale of loss and hope, inspired by her Pontic roots and the Tempe tragedy. Set for the Basel stage on 15 May, this starry-eyed anthem is already captivating hearts.
Giannis Antetokounmpo nearly notched a triple-double with 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists, powering the Milwaukee Bucks to a 126-106 rout of the Los Angeles Lakers at Fiserv Forum.
Speaking in Crete on Thursday, Defence Minister Nikos Dendias unveiled the ‘Achilles’ Shield’—a five-layered defence system set to redefine Greece’s military strategy. With Crete as a geopolitical linchpin, he highlighted its role in NATO and energy security, while touting the homegrown ‘Centaur’ anti-drone tech. The full plan hits Parliament next week, courtesy of PM Mitsotakis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated Konstantinos Tasoulas on assuming the Greek presidency, emphasizing the deep historical ties and strategic partnership between China and Greece. He highlighted ongoing cooperation in key projects, including the Piraeus Port and cultural initiatives, and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and global stability.
After Olympiacos’ gut-wrenching exit against Bodo/Glimt at Karaiskakis Stadium, owner Vangelis Marinakis hailed his team’s grit. ‘Everything was against us—nine shots on target, a missed penalty, dodgy calls—but I’m proud,’ he said. With fans roaring and young star Mouzakitis shining, Marinakis sees a bright future, urging the squad to clinch a league-and-cup double for the club’s 100th anniversary.
Greece has reaffirmed its commitment to completing a high-capacity electricity cable linking the power grids of Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, despite ongoing setbacks.
In Athens on Thursday, Cyprus’ Constantinos Kombos and Israel’s Gideon Sa’ar joined Greece’s George Gerapetritis to cement their trilateral alliance, agreeing to monthly meetings to boost ties and prep for a leaders’ summit. Kombos slammed Hamas and Syria’s instability, while Sa’ar backed Cyprus’ territorial integrity against Türkiye’s occupation, spotlighting a united front amid regional turmoil.
An American Airlines flight with 178 passengers aboard caught fire on the tarmac after an emergency landing at Denver International Airport on Thursday evening, March 13, 2025. Passengers were forced to evacuate by climbing onto the plane’s wing as emergency crews rushed to respond.
Sydney-based entrepreneur Maria Dalamaras has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to the business community, receiving the St George Business Achievement Award for Outstanding Professional Services for the third consecutive year, a recognition formally acknowledged by NSW Premier Chris Minns in the NSW Legislative Assembly Hansard.
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has launched its 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars, attracting a significant audience eager to engage with insightful discussions led by emerging scholars.
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Konstantinos Argyros and Alexandra Nika are set to celebrate both their wedding and their son’s baptism in a few months. The couple is facing the challenge of choosing godparents amidst numerous high-profile suggestions, with their decision eagerly anticipated.
Sydney-based entrepreneur Maria Dalamaras has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to the business community, receiving the St George Business Achievement Award for Outstanding Professional Services for the third consecutive year, a recognition formally acknowledged by NSW Premier Chris Minns in the NSW Legislative Assembly Hansard.
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has launched its 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars, attracting a significant audience eager to engage with insightful discussions led by emerging scholars.
A team of researchers in Japan has developed a pioneering method that enhances the monitoring of cancer drug delivery using gold nanoparticles.
Greece has been recognised as one of the top destinations for immigrants in 2025, according to the Immigration Index released by digital remittance service Remitly.
Sydney-based entrepreneur Maria Dalamaras has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to the business community, receiving the St George Business Achievement Award for Outstanding Professional Services for the third consecutive year, a recognition formally acknowledged by NSW Premier Chris Minns in the NSW Legislative Assembly Hansard.
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has launched its 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars, attracting a significant audience eager to engage with insightful discussions led by emerging scholars.
Trump Engages with Leading CEOs, Including Greek-American Jamie Dimon, at Business Roundtable Summit
President Trump joined over 200 top CEOs at the Business Roundtable meeting to discuss economic policy, tax reform, and U.S. business prospects. Notable attendees included Greek-American JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, Apple’s Tim Cook, Citibank’s Jane Fraser, GM’s Mary Barra, and Walmart’s Doug McMillon, highlighting a pivotal moment for corporate-government collaboration.
Basil Zempilas celebrated his victory in the 2025 WA election for Churchlands with a traditional Greek dance after a tense vote count. Winning 52% of the primary vote, Zempilas marked his victory in style with family and supporters, reflecting on the close contest and his future in WA politics.
International Women’s Day, which is celebrated on March 8, 2025,…
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has launched its 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars, attracting a significant audience eager to engage with insightful discussions led by emerging scholars.
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Greek documentarian Stavros Psillakis returns to the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival with Sculpted Souls, exploring the life of Swiss dentist Julien Grivel who treated leprosy patients in Greece, inspired by a personal quest captured in a 2023 Crete shoot. Psillakis hopes the film, premiering May 2025, honors his legacy, blending real stories with cinematic flair as shared in a Variety interview.
The Hellenic Film Society has launched “It’s Greek to Me! Greek-American Short Films,” a new program accepting submissions from Greek-American filmmakers until April 4, 2025, for a screening on May 17 at the Museum of the Moving Image. The initiative, a departure from HFS’s focus on Greek-made films, aims to celebrate the Greek-American film community, as announced by president Maria C. Miles.
Theo Evan’s “Shh” for Cyprus at Eurovision 2025 blends mystery and dance, backed by top composers, aiming to shine in Basel’s semi-final on May 13. (137 characters)
Sydney’s Greek food scene is booming with new openings like Olympus Dining, Ammos, and Olympic Meats, alongside a two-week takeover by Athenian chef Ntinos Fotinakis at Manta starting March 21, 2025. The city’s evolving palate, outpacing Melbourne’s, is driven by adventurous diners and chefs like David Tsirekas, with more venues like Kazzi in Bondi on the horizon.
The “Greek Breakfast” event at the Museum of Cycladic Art on March 8, 2025, celebrated women’s vital role in gastronomy, with Minister Olga Kefalogianni announcing a new National Network for Agritourism and Gastronomy. Organized by the Greek Tourism Ministry and the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels, the gathering highlighted local products and included a tasting curated by Chef Argyros Koutsou.
Yoleni’s has grown from a visionary online shop into a seven-storey gastronomic landmark in Athens’ Kolonaki, delighting food lovers with over 2,300 premium Greek products, hands-on cooking classes, and a global reach spanning 25 countries. A true paradise for taste and tradition.
“Learn how to make an authentic yellow split pea dip with simple ingredients like yellow split peas, olive oil, and onions. Perfect as a starter, mezze, or side dish, this creamy dip can be topped with fresh lemon juice, capers, or olives for added flavor.”
Greek chocolate manufacturer ION, under the leadership of businessman and President of SEV, Spyros Theodoropoulos, is making a bold move in the confectionery market with the launch of Break “Dubai Style”—a luxurious blend of milk chocolate, pistachio filling, and kataifi phyllo, inspired by the viral Dubai Chocolate.