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Greek Hymn “Christos Anesti” Marks a Symbolic Farewell at Pope Francis’ Funeral

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Honorary Consul General of Greece in Queensland Expresses Regret Over Australia’s Abstention on UNESCO Greek Language Day Vote

The Honorary Consul General of Greece in Queensland, George Dimitri Mastrocostas, has expressed disappointment over Australia’s abstention from the UNESCO vote to establish February 9 as the International Day of the Greek Language. Despite widespread global support, Australia did not back the motion, prompting calls for greater cultural recognition and solidarity with Greek Australians.

Ministers Wong and Kamper Respond to Push for UN Recognition of Greek Language, Fall Short of Support

Federal Ministers Penny Wong and Steve Kamper have responded to Professor Anastasios Tamis’s petition for a UN-recognized International Day of the Greek Language. They acknowledge its cultural significance but cite procedural limitations, drawing criticism from Greek-Australians.

Greek PM Hails World Greek Language Day as Cultural Diplomacy Triumph

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hailed UNESCO’s designation of February 9 as World Greek Language Day as a triumph for Greece’s cultural diplomacy, noting that the decision by 88 countries reflects the global esteem for the Greek language and its enduring influence on democracy, philosophy, and science.

This is an image of Christ as Pantocrator in the Byzantine mosaic style, characteristic of Eastern Orthodox Religious art iconography. The IC and the XC are abbreviations for the Greek word meaning “Jesus Christ”. In his left hand, Jesus holds the New Testament and the gesture of his right hand indicates a blessing.

Greece’s Easter Greetings Tradition: What to Say and When During the Holy Week

In Greece, Easter greetings change with the rhythm of Holy Week — from “Kalo Pascha” to “Christos Anesti,” each phrase carries deep meaning. Here’s your guide to saying the right thing at the right time this Easter season.

UNESCO Designates February 9 as World Greek Language Day

UNESCO’s executive board has designated February 9 as “World Greek Language Day,” honoring the 1857 death of Greece’s national poet, Dionysios Solomos, and celebrating the language’s global cultural significance.

Did you know many English words have Greek roots?

Greek is ranked as the richest language in the world with 5 million words and 70 million word types. It is well-known that languages all across the globe – including English – have borrowed a myriad of words, phrases and expressions from Greek. Here is a short list of English words that are used daily by English speakers that are fully taken from the Greek language.

Greek National Day Celebrations at GCM Campus Highlights Hellenic Pride

The event was proudly joined by the Hellenic Police Association.

GCM 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars Begin with Scholarly Presentations

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.

Celebrating International Greek Language Day 2025

February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and non-Greeks to celebrate the important role the Greek language has played in world culture.

Onassis Foundation and Greece Partner to Launch 22 New Public Schools

A landmark partnership between the Greek Ministry of Education and the Onassis Foundation will establish 22 new public schools, aiming to transform education in disadvantaged communities and provide over 6,000 students with cutting-edge learning opportunities.

Ilektra Varanaki Wins Inaugural Gonis Gardiakos Scholarship for Greek Language Studies

Ilektra Varanaki, a student at the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia’s Greek Language School, has been awarded the first Gonis Gardiakos Scholarship. This scholarship honors the late Bill Gonis OAM and supports young learners in continuing their Greek language education through high school. Congratulations to Ilektra on her achievement!

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AI Must Learn to Speak Fluent Greek, Official Urges

As AI technology advances, there’s a pressing need to develop language models that can fully understand and process Greek. This initiative, led by Greece’s Digital Governance Ministry, aims to enhance AI applications for Greek-speaking users, addressing challenges faced by non-English speakers.