Greek-Americans
Diaspora
Greektowns of the United States
The Greek American community is widespread and has established vibrant communities in various cities and regions across the United States. Major Greek American enclaves include Astoria in New York City, Tarpon Springs in Florida, and Chicago, among others.
In some...
Greek News
‘Democracy Can Work’ Urges Obama in Greece
On Thursday, during a visit to Greece, former US President Barack Obama spoke at the SNF Nostos Conference held by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation. He spoke at length about various issues, including the challenges posed to democracy.
During the trip...
Culture
Growing Up Greek-American: 15 Things We All Experienced in Childhood
Growing up Greek-American you are privy to a unique childhood, filled with some pretty strange customs (strange to those who are not Greek, anyway).
History
Memorial Day: The Story of Greek-American Fallen Hero Xiarhos
Steven G. Xiarhos, a Greek-American politician and retired law enforcement officer, has a sad and personal story to tell on Memorial Day.
Diaspora
Hilary Clinton Endorses Eleni Kounalakis for Governor of California
Former US Secretary of State and presidential candidate Hilary Clinton has backed Eleni Kounalakis in her campaign for the California governorship.
The Greek American politician previously ran to become the governor of California back in 2018. She did not attain...
Diaspora
Greek American Couple of 60+ Years Charles and Connie Cotros Honored
Greek Americans Charles and Constance (Connie) Cotros, who have been partners in life for more than sixty years, will receive honorary doctorates from the Hellenic College Holy Cross (HCHC).
The couple, who have also been partners in philanthropy for almost...
Culture
National Hellenic Museum Presents ‘Beyond Antiquity’ Exhibition
The National Hellenic Museum in Chicago is hosting the work of Greek American architect and artist John “Yanni” Fotiadis in the visually stunning Beyond Antiquity exhibition.
The project was sponsored by the John S. Koudounis Family and features just under...
Celebrities
Maria Menounos Reveals She Overcame Pancreatic Cancer
Maria Menounos, the Greek-American journalist who formally hosted E! News, revealed that she survived pancreatic cancer.
Menounos told People that she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January and had the tumor removed in the following month. The journalist previously...
Diaspora
Eleni Kounalakis Launches Campaign for Governor of California
On Monday, Greek American politician Eleni Kounalakis launched her campaign to become governor of California in 2026. Kounalakis will become the first female governor in Californian history if she succeeds.
When announcing her run for governor on Monday, she outlined...
Diaspora
The Greek Revolution and the Diaspora in the United States
A timely new book titled "The Greek Revolution and the Greek Diaspora in the United States" was recently released in Greece.
Edited by Maria Kaliambou with contributions from prominent Greek and Greek American historians such as Alexander Kitroeff, Sakis Gekas,...