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Greek-Australian MP Stathis Georganas delivered a symbolic address in Greek inside Australia’s Federal Parliament as February 9 gained international recognition as World Greek Language Day.
Melbourne is set to host the world’s first official UNESCO-recognized celebration of World Greek Language Day (International Greek Language Day) on February 9, 2026, at the historic Capitol Theatre. This landmark event honors the Greek language’s enduring legacy, dedicated to pioneering educators like Panagiotis Liveriadis and generations of Greek teachers in Australia. Featuring music, lectures, and awards for philhellenes, the free community-funded gathering highlights Melbourne’s central role in global Hellenism following UNESCO’s historic proclamation.
The National Hellenic Student Association (NHSA) unveils its 2026 Executive Board and returns to New York City for the Spring 2026 Bi-Annual Convention, March 20–22. Join Greek students & young professionals for leadership, networking & Hellenic culture!
Greece has removed 308,605 long-term inactive “eternal” students from university registers, nearly halving the official student population as part of a major higher education reform ending decades of indefinite enrollment.
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) has entered the world’s top 200 universities, ranking #191 in the 2025 NTU Rankings and #102 in Medicine – the only Greek institution to achieve this milestone.
Labor and Social Security Minister Niki Kerameus headed to New York for the landmark Rebrain…
The “Rebrain Greece” initiative arrives in New York on Sunday to connect highly skilled Greek professionals in the US and Canada with 35 major Greek companies, continuing efforts to reverse the brain drain.
Greece is launching AI training for secondary school educators next week, making it one of the first countries to bring generative AI tools like ChatGPT Edu into classrooms. The pilot comes ahead of a nationwide rollout in January, drawing both enthusiasm and concern from teachers and students.
UNESCO has officially declared 9 February as World Greek Language Day, with Australia among the key co-sponsors. The decision highlights the global influence of the Greek language and celebrates the deep cultural ties shared between Greece and Australia’s vibrant Greek diaspora.
A new report reveals Australia leads the US and Canada in Greek language retention among the diaspora, with 21% of third-generation Greek Australians still using the language, thanks to strong community efforts.
The Holy Metropolis of Nea Ionia, Philadelphia, Heraklion, and Chalcedon has launched “LOGOS,” the first AI-powered tool to assist believers with accurate information on Orthodox theology and spirituality, developed with the ICT Lab Heron.
The Great School of the Nation in Istanbul, established in 1453, has denied closure rumors, clarifying that it will temporarily relocate for structural renovations to ensure earthquake safety. The administration emphasized continued operations and the safety of students and staff.
Greece is launching a pilot program to bring ChatGPT Edu to classrooms. With training starting in December, the initiative marks a major step in AI-powered learning.
Google is offering Greek university students free access to its advanced AI tools, including Gemini 2.5 Pro, Deep Research, NotebookLM, Veo 3, and Nano Banana, for 12 months. These tools enhance learning, creativity, and productivity, empowering students to excel academically and prepare for future careers.
Manasis School of Greek Dance announces Destination Patrida 2026, building on 2024’s triumphs with performances across Greece and UNESCO honors.
Northern Territory Education Minister Jo Hersey is facing renewed scrutiny over her use of taxpayer-funded chauffeur services, after newly released documents revealed she used a government car to attend a Darwin Greek restaurant, a casino, a museum and a health clinic
For the first time in Australia, a specialised online Summer School for teachers of the…
Sydney, Australia — The Department of Modern Greek and Byzantine Studies at the University of…
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Australian PM Anthony Albanese stood side by side at the UN in New York, highlighting the urgent need to protect children online and curb the harmful effects of social media and AI.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis proposed a potential social media ban for children under 16 at a UN event in New York, highlighting risks to youth and Greece’s steps like school phone bans and the parco.gov.gr platform for online safety.
How did Beijing become a privileged partner of Greek universities? The promotion of the Chinese…
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will announce the launch of the “AI in Schools” program in Greece during the Thessaloniki International Fair, with a second AI startup partnership set to follow tomorrow.
Elon Musk has sounded the alarm on Greece’s demographic crisis, calling it “the death of Greece” after reports confirmed the closure of more than 700 schools due to plummeting birth rates.
The Greek-Australian community mourns the loss of Professor George Kanarakis, OAM, a pioneering academic, linguist…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the 3rd High School of Zografou, showcasing renovations under the “Marietta Giannakou” programme, which has upgraded 431 public schools. With plans to expand funding, the initiative aims to modernize aging infrastructure and create open, community-focused schools equipped with interactive whiteboards
Over 170,000 NKUA degrees are now available on gov.gr. Graduates from 2000 onward can access digital undergraduate diplomas, and postgraduate degrees from 2022, via ptyxia.gov.gr using TaxisNet and AMKA credentials, with options for international authentication.
Genocide is a vile crime against humanity and civilisation and must be called out whenever…
In a chilling case in Agia Paraskevi, Nadia Michelidaki, 43, allegedly orchestrated the murder of her ex-husband, UC Berkeley professor Przemyslaw Jeziorski, who was shot five times in broad daylight on July 4, 2025. Amid a bitter custody and financial dispute, Michelidaki and her boyfriend, Christos Dounias, were arrested along with three accomplices. Greek police uncovered the plot through phone records and video evidence, revealing a deadly ambush driven by a lost court ruling.
Violence at HMP Wayland, a men’s prison in Norfolk, has plummeted after inmates were taught the ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism, focusing on resilience, rational thinking, and self-discipline. The well-received classes have significantly reduced assaults, making the prison one of the least violent in the UK, with inspectors praising the innovative approach for fostering inmates’ inner resilience.
