Avin International Ltd. and Kriti Ruby Special Maritime Enterprises were fined $3.3 million after admitting to discharging oily bilge water near U.S. ports. The companies will also pay $1 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and are on probation for five years. The violations involved falsified records to the U.S. Coast Guard, with crew members bypassing pollution prevention measures.
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Gaia, a renowned Greek-Mediterranean restaurant from Dubai, is set to open its first U.S. location in Miami Beach in summer 2025. The restaurant is known for its fresh, shareable dishes and lively atmosphere.
Greek-Americans have strengthened their presence in the U.S. House of Representatives following the 2024 elections, with six Greek-American lawmakers elected, up from five. Notable winners include Nicole Malliotakis, Chris Pappas, Mike Haridopolos, Gus Bilirakis, and Dina Titus. The Greek-American community and the Greek lobby have expressed satisfaction with the results, which reflect growing influence in U.S. politics.
Greek chef Christos Bisiotis, who began his culinary journey in Athens, has been featured by Fox News Digital for his remarkable immigrant success story. After arriving in New York City with nothing, Bisiotis went on to cook at the White House under President Obama and for celebrities in Beverly Hills. Now based in Coral Springs, Florida, he delivers freshly prepared meals and is set to launch his own pasta line inspired by his daughter. Bisiotis' story highlights his dedication and passion for cooking, showcasing his rise from humble beginnings to achieving significant milestones in the culinary world.
Daren Metropoulos, son of Greek-American billionaire investor Dean Metropoulos and owner of the Playboy mansion, has made headlines by purchasing a historic beachfront mansion in Palm Beach, Florida, for a whopping $148 million in cash.
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Donald Trump may have fallen off the Forbes 400 list of richest Americans for the first time in 25 years, however three Greek Americans have secured a place on it.
The name of a young Greek expatriate man has been added to the…
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By Athena Mavromatis Today, January 6, 2020, Tarpon Springs celebrated its 114th Epiphany ceremony. In…
By Drossoulla Mavromatis Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has arrived in the United States for…