Northeastern University in Chicago, IL is piloting a program in cooperation with the Council of Hellenes Abroad (SAE). The cooperation agreement was signed last week by Representative of the Council Theodore Spyropoulos. He is the contact for the training and certification of expatriate teachers. The program will train expatriate students and graduates who are at a “certification-level” of [...]
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Hilary Clinton Defends Greece on the FYROM Name Issue
The Obama administration in Washington D.C. is pushing the Skopian Republic to accept the predominant name for the country which is “Vardaska Makedonija”. However the United Nations official proposal of “Northern Makedonia” remains on the table. Secretary of Foreign Affairs Hilary Clinton was very clear about the intentions of the Obama government at a recent U.S. – E.E. meeting [...]
Obama’s Speech Concerning 50th Year Anniversary of Cyprus’ Independance
The support for the reunification of Cyprus in the form of a bi-zonal, bi-communal union, was stated by U.S. President Barack Obama in his speech at the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Cyprus Republic. President Obama said that the U.S. and Cyprus are linked by a long history of friendship, common [...]
Archimandrite of Crete in Florida Removed from Post
The Holy Hmiatonomos Church of Crete in Florida under the Ecumenical Patriarch, removed Archimandrite Theophanes Lemonakis (photographed) from his position. The Archimandrite had been performing services since last March at the Church of the Ascension of Christ, of the Holy Monastery of Saint Irene in Clearwater, Florida; which is part of the Archdiocese of Crete. [...]
Author Starts a “Greek Revival”; New Book Takes a Fresh Look at Mediterranean Diet
We’ve heard the evidence and seen the proof: the Mediterranean Diet is best for our health and well-being. Patricia Moore-Pastides whole-heartedly believes in this concept, and is starting a “Greek Revival” of sorts, generating new enthusiasm and practice for this way of eating, with her book Greek Revival: Cooking for Life. Ms. Moore-Pastides is an [...]
Greek Chic Cuisine by Stephanie Patsalis
Stephanie Patsalis, is well on her way to becoming a culinary arts star, in modern Greek cuisine. Her new cookbook, Greek Chic Cuisine, is inspired by her Greek heritage and infused with love. Patsalis’ sophisticated and charming personality is gravitating, which is probably why Emmy Award winning producer, director and friend, Nick Furris of Spectrum Films, [...]
Abuse Allegations about Deacon and State Official from Texas
The former dentist who Gov. Rick Perry recently tapped to advocate for residents of state institutions is pushing to quash what he says are false abuse allegations made against him by a long-ago patient. Two weeks after George Bithos (foto) was appointed in February as ombudsman of the state-supported living centers for Texans with mental [...]
Greek Mafia: Houston Inherits Greek Godfather
On the rough plains of the western town of Houston, Texas where cowboys and Indians can be found a lone immigrant immerged as a leading criminal mind. His name was Andreas Kouvalakis. Andreas brought with him an age-old society from the scenic island of Patmos, affectionately named the “ Oikoyennia” ( The Family) dating back [...]
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