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A 37-year-old foreign national was arrested in the early hours of Friday, March 21, in Glyfada, accused of multiple hotel robberies across Attica. Caught by the Hellenic Police while attempting to rob a hotel with a forged ID and plastic gun, the suspect is linked to five incidents and faces charges of robbery, violence, forgery, and drug and weapon violations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered a heartfelt message on Greek Independence Day, celebrating the contributions of the Greek Australian community to Australia’s rich multicultural identity. Reflecting on the shared history between Australia and Greece, he expressed gratitude for the hard work, dedication, and warmth of Greek Australians, acknowledging their vital role in shaping the modern nation. Albanese also highlighted the deep ties of friendship and culture between the two countries, confident that this year’s celebrations would unite and uplift the Greek Australian community with pride and joy. Zito e Ellas!
The successful outcome of the Greek War of Independence was not only due to the efforts of the fighters in enslaved Greece but also the actions of the diaspora and Philhellenes. Movements…
In a landmark move to fortify national security, Greece’s National Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos signed an agreement on Monday to launch ‘Thorax,’ a state-of-the-art threat-assessment system. Funded with €48.95 million from the EU Recovery Fund, Thorax will leverage big data and artificial intelligence to process information from radar, UAVs, and various agencies, empowering the Armed Forces with real-time decision-making capabilities as part of the transformative ‘Agenda 2030’ plan.
Kimberly Guilfoyle returned to the White House for Greek Independence Day, praised by Trump as his pick for ambassador to Greece. Amid cheers, she hailed his leadership, awaiting Senate approval after her split from Trump Jr.
Peter Dutton, Leader of the Opposition, celebrates Greek Independence Day, honoring the courage of Greek patriots in 1821 and the contributions of Greek migrants to Australia. ‘Their strength and determination helped build our modern nation,’ he says, wishing all Greek-Australians a joyful day.
Skarlatos is famous for stopping a terrorist attack on a Paris-bound train in 2015.
President Konstantinos Tasoulas hailed the Greek diaspora in a March 21 message, marking the 204th anniversary of the 1821 Revolution. ‘With emotion, we celebrate our National Regeneration—a beacon of freedom and democracy,’ he said, praising their role from Vienna to Odessa and urging unity for a strong Greece and a free Cyprus.
The vandalism is part of a wider global phenomenon of vandalising Tesla vehicles.
President of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantinos Tasoulas addressed Greeks abroad with a heartfelt message ahead of the March 25 National Holiday, commemorating the 204th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence. In…
The Archbishop drew comparison between Trump’s embodiment of Christian faith and Constantine’s championing of Christianity in the 4th century.
The 26 and 39 year old were found with 50 grams of hashish and electronic scales.
The Greek Community of Sydney marked the anniversary of the 1821 Greek War of Independence with a vibrant celebration on Sunday, led by Archbishop Makarios of Australia. “When Greeks are united, they…
Airbus is capitalizing on Europe’s rising military budgets, negotiating new defence and space contracts as nations boost spending amid geopolitical tensions. The aerospace giant also sees relief in its jetliner business, with execs noting that snarled supply chains are finally easing, paving the way for smoother production.
THI Australia celebrated a decade of impact with a dazzling Gala Dinner at Sydney’s Fullerton Hotel on March 22, 2025, honoring Nick Politis AM as its inaugural awardee. Amid speeches from leaders like Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Greece’s Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the night spotlighted the Greek diaspora’s unwavering support for their homeland. With a rousing performance by Kostas Karafotis, the event underscored THI’s mission—fueled by community spirit—to uplift Greece through health, education, and more.
President Donald Trump ushered in Greek Independence Day with a spirited celebration at the White House on Monday, honoring the deep ties between the United States and Greece ahead of the holiday’s…
Konstantinos Karetsas, a 17-year-old prodigy, fired Greece to a commanding 3-0 win over Scotland with a jaw-dropping goal at Hampden Park. “The national emblem is everything to him,” his father Vaios said, revealing the deep Greek roots behind the teen’s choice to shine for his ancestral homeland.
On March 25, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Annunciation by Archangel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she should become the mother of Jesus Christ the Son of God, as today is exactly nine months before Christmas.
On the occasion of Greece’s National Day, which celebrates the anniversary of its War of Independence against the Ottoman Turks, the Greek City Times presents some interesting facts about the Greek nation’s…
A criminal organization illegally trafficking migrants from Turkey to Greece via Kos was dismantled on March 24, 2025, following a joint operation by the Coast Guard and EYP. One leader, a 44-year-old Georgian, was arrested in Salamis, while a Turkish national remains at large. The network, uncovered after a yacht carrying 74 foreigners was intercepted, involved at least twelve members and sophisticated smuggling operations.
THI Australia celebrated a decade of impact with a dazzling Gala Dinner at Sydney’s Fullerton Hotel on March 22, 2025, honoring Nick Politis AM as its inaugural awardee. Amid speeches from leaders like Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Greece’s Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the night spotlighted the Greek diaspora’s unwavering support for their homeland. With a rousing performance by Kostas Karafotis, the event underscored THI’s mission—fueled by community spirit—to uplift Greece through health, education, and more.
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The event was proudly joined by the Hellenic Police Association.
Fried cod with skordalia (potato-garlic mash) is a favorite dish…
Greece has fallen 17 places to 81st in the latest World Happiness Report, signaling a decline in life satisfaction, while Finland retains its title as the happiest country for the eighth year running with a score of 7.736 out of 10. The United States also dropped to a historic low of 24th amid broader happiness declines in Europe and North America.
The milk bar, a quintessential Australian institution pioneered by Greek migrant Mick Adams in 1932, emerged as a transformative force in popular culture during the Great Depression. Blending Greek dairy traditions with American soda fountain influences, it offered an affordable, egalitarian space that reshaped social habits and introduced the milkshake globally. This article explores its origins, evolution, and enduring legacy, alongside the historic Greek-Australian archive now preserved at the State Library of NSW.
As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, Vasilios Bornovas, Greece’s last ambassador to Kyiv, warns that the Greek minority is “at God’s mercy.” In an interview with “Democracy” Newspaper, he criticized Greece’s failure to support its diaspora, noting the absence of Greek schools and cultural investment, while recounting the struggles of communities caught in the conflict’s crossfire.
Unknown individuals have been impersonating the Mayor of Ioannina, Thomas Begkas, to fraudulently place large food orders at local catering establishments.
The 3+1 scheme, supported by Greece, Cyprus, and Israel with…
Nikolas Farantouris is a member of the European Parliament (the…
On the occasion of Greece’s National Day, which celebrates the…
Her catchy pop track is available on all streaming services.
The event was proudly joined by the Hellenic Police Association.
The event will be hosted by leading events production business Tridis Productions.
Jessica Mauboy, 35, quietly welcomed her daughter Mia on January 13 with husband Themeli Magripilis, whose Greek heritage from Kalymnos adds a cultural layer to their family story. The Australian Idol alum kept the birth under wraps for two months, savoring private moments before sharing her “magical” motherhood journey with Stellar.
Fried cod with skordalia (potato-garlic mash) is a favorite dish…
Chef Stergios Zdralis shares a cherished family recipe –
his grandmother Maria’s taramosalata, a classic Greek dip made from fish roe.
Over 15 years, food prices in Greece have risen 38.97%, trailing the EU’s 56.17% surge, yet sluggish income growth—14.79% versus the EU’s 46.29%—means Greek households feel the pinch more acutely, despite recent signs of recovery.
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.
