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Callas, Onassis, and a Royal Farewell: The Rare Photo of the Couple at a Monaco Funeral

A rare 1964 photograph, shared on *Elena’s Diary* Instagram, captures Maria Callas and Aristotle Onassis at the funeral of Prince Pierre de Polignac in Monaco. The image reveals their close bond with Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, blending Greek heritage, high art, and Monte Carlo’s elite society in a poignant moment of history.

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Olympiacos Triumphs in Paris with 90-73 Victory: A Major Euroleague “Double” for Piraeus

Olympiacos delivered a commanding performance in Paris, securing a 90-73 victory and avenging their earlier loss at home. With a stellar first-quarter performance from Sasha Vezenkov (23 points), the Piraeus side held strong despite a late push from Paris. Key contributions from Evan Fournier, Nigel Williams-Goss, and Giannoulis Larenzakis helped Olympiacos maintain control throughout. The win extends their lead at the top of the Euroleague standings, putting them two games ahead of Fenerbahce and Monaco.

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Monaco Unveils Spanoulis as New Coach, Set to Debut Against Panathinaikos

AS Monaco Basketball has announced the appointment of Greek basketball legend Vassilis Spanoulis as their new head coach, marking a significant move for the team. Spanoulis is set to debut against Panathinaikos in the Euroleague this Friday. This appointment follows Monaco’s recent parting with Sasha Obradovic and highlights Spanoulis’s growing reputation in his third coaching role, including his ongoing commitment to the Greek National Team until 2025. Fans eagerly anticipate how his on-court experience will translate into effective leadership from the sidelines.

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Anthony Martial Elevates AEK: The Landmark Transfer

AEK’s acquisition of Anthony Martial has been a notable move as the French striker joins from Manchester United without a transfer fee, aiming to reignite his career in Greece. Martial’s journey saw him rise from the academies of Lyon, make a significant impact at Monaco, and become a high-profile signing for Manchester United, where his initial performances were promising. However, injuries and inconsistent performances hindered his progress, leading to a loan to Sevilla and eventual transfer to AEK. His career has been marked by remarkable potential, early accolades like the Golden Boy award, and involvement in France’s national team, including an appearance in Euro 2016