USA
Business
Greek Restaurant “Omicron” in Wisconsin Has Fun with Variant Name
An unusually-named restaurant that tells patrons "there's something for everyone" is making the most of the strange situation the world finds itself in now by offering its patrons T-shirts that state "I got Corona at Omicron!"
Yes, indeed, "Omicron" is...
Crime
Man Drives SUV Into Christmas Parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin
A man drove a red SUV into a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin on Sunday, killing five people and injuring many others.
The suspect, 39-year-old Darrell E. Brooks, "intentionally drove his maroon SUV through barricades into a crowd of people,"...
Diaspora
The Greek Orthodox Monk Cruising Through Chicago in a Velomobile
A Greek Orthodox monk is cruising through Chicago in a velomobile, a pedal-powered contraption, that looks like a giant green-and-yellow popsicle on wheels.
The sight of Father Ephraim on his recumbent bicycle with a full enclosure, streaking down a bustling...
Greece
The Greek Orphans of 1821 Revolution and How They Ended Up in the US
The fate of Greek orphans of the 1821 Revolution in the US is but a footnote in the history of the glorious uprising against the Turks. Nonetheless, it is definitely a fascinating one.
What happened to some children who lost...
Art
Snow Sculpture of Goddess Artemis Celebrates NASA Woman on Moon
An all-female snow sculpting team from the United States plans to create a snow version of the Greek goddess Artemis to celebrate NASA's mission to put a woman on the Moon.
The Chickadees, an all-women group from Maine, will represent...
Greek News
US Cities With Greek Names
More than 100 cities and towns across the US have been named after Greek cities, mythological heroes and historical figures of ancient and modern times.
Greek culture and history held a profound influence on the Founding Fathers and early American...
Diaspora
Most Important Greek Landmarks in the USA
Several significant Greek landmarks in the USA reflect the country's rich Greek heritage.
These landmarks symbolize the Greek culture and have become important community centers for Greek Americans across the United States, preserving their traditions, history, and architecture.
Some of the...
Diaspora
Veteran’s Day: Greek-Americans Who Served Nation With Devotion
Throughout American history, many thousands of Greek-American veterans have served the nation with pride and distinction. They are all honored every Veteran's Day, along with all the others who have devoted years of service in the American military.
These are...
Basketball
Dr. George Korkos, Greek-American Founder of Milwaukee Bucks
"Before Giannis there was another Greek," the founding owner of the Milwaukee Bucks says with a big grin on his face as he shows off his NBA Championships ring he still proudly wears almost five decades after his...
Media
Elon Musk Airs Controversial Doc ‘What Is a Woman?’ on Twitter
Elon Musk has encouraged all parents to watch the controversial documentary "What Is a Woman?", created by right-wing political commentator and author Matt Walsh on Twitter today (Friday).
The whole documentary about gender and transgender issues is being screened on...
USA
Big Freeze in North America, Death Toll Rises
A big freeze has gripped the US and Canada since a bomb cyclone hit North America over Christmas. Americans and Canadians in affected areas must contend with freezing temperatures and a thick blanket of snow.
Far from the idyllic "white...
Politics
Democrats Win Georgia and Outright US Senate Majority
Democratic senator Raphael Warnock defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker in a Georgia runoff election on Tuesday, ensuring Democrats an outright majority in the US Senate.
President Joe Biden's party now holds the upper chamber of Congress by 51-49. The result...
Life
People Conceived During Great Depression Age Faster, Research Claims
The Great Depression, which, according to American history led to the worst recession, allegedly shaped people's DNA before they were even born. According to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in November,...
Politics
U.S. Midterm Elections: Republicans Projected to Win House, Senate Too Close To Call
In the 2022 U.S. midterm elections, the Republicans are projected to win the House of Representatives. The Senate is too close to call.
Still, the Democrats may lose some seats but have done much to strengthen their hold on the...
Europe
Trump and Johnson: Plot to Return to the Populist Era Postponed
Boris Johnson's failed attempt to return to power in the UK sends a strong signal to his US ally Donald Trump that strongman populism may have had its day.
Johnson, who resigned less than seven weeks ago, announced late on...