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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Expulsions of Greeks from Istanbul: The Plan that Dismantled the Romioi in 1964-65

The article discusses the systematic expulsion of Greek citizens from Istanbul, culminating in March 1966, as part of a government plan aimed at dissolving the Greek community.

Mar 3 β€’ 14:48 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thrasivoulos Giatsios has passed away, Artistic Director of the 'Theatron'

Thrasivoulos Giatsios, the esteemed Artistic Director of the 'Theatron' and a significant figure in the Greek arts community, has died.

Mar 2 β€’ 14:06 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Entrepreneurship Award to Nikos Katradis

Nikos Katradis has been awarded the Entrepreneurship Award by the Academy of Greek Art Prizes, recognizing his extensive business career and social contributions in the local community of Piraeus.

Mar 2 β€’ 06:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mourning in Panathinaikos, Michalis Voutsaras has passed away

The Greek football community mourns the death of former Panathinaikos goalkeeper Michalis Voutsaras at the age of 91.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:19 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lloyd’s Register names Ioanna Prokopiou chair, marking new era for Hellenic Advisory Committee

Ioanna Prokopiou has been appointed chair of the Hellenic Advisory Committee of Lloyd’s Register, signifying a new chapter in cooperation with the Greek shipping community.

Feb 27 β€’ 06:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Athletics: National coach Kostas Gantzias has passed away

The Greek athletics community mourns the loss of Kostas Gantzias, a distinguished coach who significantly contributed to the sport.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The great 'theatrical man' Kostas Dalianis has passed away

The Greek theater community mourns the loss of famed director and educator Kostas Dalianis, known for his commitment to political theater and education.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lloyd’s Register: A New Era for the Hellenic Advisory Committee with Ioanna Prokopiou as President

Ioanna Prokopiou has officially taken up her role as president of the Hellenic Advisory Committee of Lloyd’s Register, marking a significant collaboration with the Greek shipping community.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: Prime Minister visited the 'Lady of the Delta' in her cabin

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the cabin of Artemis Papakostidou, known as the 'Lady of the Delta', to discuss improvements in living conditions in the remote area of Evros.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Theodoros Kanonidis: From Sochumi to REX in 1963 and the KTHBE in 2002

The article discusses the life and contributions of Theodoros Kanonidis, a notable figure in the Pontic Greek community, highlighting his impact on theater within the Soviet Union and Greece.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Message from Livaniou to the parties to support the bill for postal voting for the expatriate Greek community

The Greek Minister of Interior, Theodoros Livanios, has called on parliamentary party members to support the bill that would allow expatriates to vote by mail in upcoming elections.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:36 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

A musical story for the Greeks who endured…

The musical performance 'ASTORIA' brings to life the struggles and resilience of Greek immigrants in 1920s and 1930s New York, set in an Astoria cafΓ© that serves as a heart for the community.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

For Antonis Manitzakis

The article reflects on the life and contributions of Antonis Manitzakis, mourning the loss of a beloved figure within a close-knit academic community.

Feb 24 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Deutsche Welle - Closing of the Greek program: 'What message is being sent about Greek-German relations?'

The Greek Community of Berlin expresses deep concern over Deutsche Welle's decision to close its Greek program by January 2027, raising questions about its implications for Greek-German relations.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:54 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

New DNV regional director in China

Ilias Tsonos has been appointed as the new Regional Director of DNV in the China region, which is significant for the Greek shipping community.

Feb 20 β€’ 05:42 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Regional Director of DNV in China

The appointment of Ilia Tsonos as the regional director of DNV in China is significant for the Greek shipping community, strengthening ties between Greece and Asia.

Feb 19 β€’ 06:04 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Olga Kovitidi: A Greek in the Russian Duma – Ambassador of Greek-Russian Cooperation

Olga Kovitidi, a Greek politician in the Russian Duma, actively promotes Greek-Russian relations and supports the Greek community in Crimea.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Greek diaspora: The touch of kindness from Mr. Theocharidis changes the lives of hundreds of people

Mr. Theocharidis, a restaurant owner from Sydney, initiates a charity project to help homeless individuals in his community after a moment of realization in 2007.

Feb 17 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

In Parliament, the bill for the electoral district of the diaspora Greek community and postal voting

A new legislative proposal has been introduced in the Greek Parliament to facilitate postal voting for citizens living abroad and to create a distinct electoral district for the Greek diaspora.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:38 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The day the flag of Northern Epirus was raised – What happened on February 17, 1914, and how we came to 'Southern Albania'

The article discusses the historical significance of February 17, 1914, when the autonomy of Northern Epirus was declared, marking a pivotal moment for the Greek community in the region.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

G. Panagopoulos: I will not resign as president of GSEE - I have become a prey to tele-judgments

Giannis Panagopoulos refuses to resign from his position as President of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) amid allegations of misappropriation of community funds.

Feb 12 β€’ 11:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

CrediaBank: A Companion to Greek Athletes on Their Journey to the Top

CrediaBank partners with prominent Greek athletes to support their journeys to success while fostering a strong relationship built on trust.

Feb 11 β€’ 13:28 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Armenia: The 'Greek Word of Yerevan' School Inaugurated – A Reference Point with the Support of the Pontians

The 'Greek Word of Yerevan' school has been inaugurated in Armenia, serving as a center for teaching the Greek language and culture with support from the local Pontian community.

Feb 9 β€’ 08:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Light We Call Home: The Light of the Aegean Becomes Memory and Identity

A new project in the Aegean explores the light, history, and identity of its islands through community stories and traditions.

Feb 9 β€’ 07:07 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

The entire Olympiakos family at the memorial for the victims of Gate 7

The annual memorial service for the victims of the Gate 7 tragedy was held on February 7, bringing together the Olympiakos community to honor the memory of those lost 45 years ago.

Feb 7 β€’ 11:54 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Minas Vasileiadis: The (current) man behind the last Greek-language newspaper in Constantinople

Minas Vasileiadis is the current publisher of 'I Apogevmatini', the only Greek-language newspaper still published in Constantinople, which signifies the ongoing presence of the Greek community despite historical declines.

Feb 6 β€’ 13:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

Lavrov against Athens: Cut decades-long cooperation with Russia, sent weapons to Ukraine without considering the Greeks living there

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov criticized the Greek government for halting long-standing cooperation with Russia and supplying arms to Ukraine, neglecting the Greek community in the region.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

George Parcharidis: The honorary president and co-founder of the Pan-Pontian Federation of Greece has passed away

The passing of George Parcharidis, a prominent cardiologist and co-founder of the Pan-Pontian Federation of Greece, has deeply saddened the Pontic Greek community and the academic world.

Feb 3 β€’ 13:40 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Free Pontus: When the Press Became the Voice of the Pontic Struggle

The newspaper 'Free Pontus' was established in 1919 in Batum as the official organ of the Pontic National Council, playing an active role in representing the political struggles and concerns of the Pontic Greek community during a challenging historical period.

Feb 3 β€’ 08:18 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

BelΓ«ris: A Minimal Tribute to a Great Hierarch and Shepherd for Northern Epirus Greeks

A memorial event was held in the European Parliament in honor of the late Archbishop of Albania Anastasios, organized by New Democracy MEP Freddy BelΓ«ris and supported by MEPs Nikos Papandreou and Nikolaos Farandouris.

Jan 15 β€’ 16:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

The drama of a 28-year-old Greek in Australia: He went on holiday to see his relatives, injured on a beach, risks quadriplegia

A 28-year-old Greek man faces the risk of quadriplegia after a beach injury while visiting relatives in Australia, prompting the local Greek community to raise nearly $200,000 for his aid.

Jan 15 β€’ 12:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Mitsotakis meets with farmers: What the 'willing' say in 'Vima'

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis held discussions with farmers regarding agricultural issues, highlighting diverse viewpoints within the agricultural community.

Jan 13 β€’ 19:14 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

A teacher from Serres revived the primary school of Folegandros

A teacher from Serres has revitalized the primary school in Folegandros, which achieved national recognition for excellence in a Greek athletic competition.

Jan 13 β€’ 09:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

The collective agreement of actors is 'in the air' – the deadlock remains in the 'war' between SEH and producers

A discussion regarding the collective work agreement took place without the involvement of key stakeholders such as the Greek Actors' Association (SEH) and several theatre unions, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Greek theater community.

Jan 12 β€’ 16:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Mitsotakis' first review for 2026: We continue to strengthen the economy with reforms

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis discusses economic reforms, education changes, and the international community's response to authoritarian regimes in his first review for 2026.

Jan 11 β€’ 08:04 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

Greek Woman from Venezuela on protothema: 'How Maduro Entered Our Homes'

A Greek woman shares her experiences living in Venezuela, describing the oppressive regime of Maduro and the dire conditions her community faced.

Jan 8 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

The Archbishop of America, Elpidophoros, at the Blessing of the Waters with the expatriates of Tarpon Springs in Florida

Archbishop Elpidophoros of America celebrated the Blessing of the Waters with the local Greek-American community in Tarpon Springs, Florida, which is known for hosting one of the largest Epiphany celebrations worldwide.

Jan 6 β€’ 12:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Crowd of expatriates in Melbourne celebrated Theophany: 18-year-old from Rhodes caught the Cross, watch the video

A large crowd of expatriates in Melbourne celebrated the feast of Theophany, highlighted by an 18-year-old from Rhodes catching the Cross during the ceremony.

Jan 6 β€’ 07:22 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Widespread blackout in Berlin: Thousands of homes without power due to sabotage of the network

Around 50,000 households and 2,000 businesses in Berlin are without electricity, hot water, and internet due to arson attributed to the extremist group Vulkangruppe, with the local Greek community providing immediate assistance.

Jan 5 β€’ 22:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

George Papadakis: ANT1's Announcement

The ANT1 family and the wider journalistic community are in mourning following the sudden death of George Papadakis at the age of 74, as the channel pays tribute to a significant figure in Greek television.

Jan 4 β€’ 16:14 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Mourning in sports journalism: Stavros Petrakopoulos has died

The sports journalism community mourns the passing of Stavros Petrakopoulos, a prominent statistician and journalist in Greek football who served for many decades.

Jan 2 β€’ 21:05 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Life & Tech

New York: Greek-style bouzoukia: How the expatriates 'throw' dollars

In snowy New York, Greek-style bouzoukia are experiencing a glorious revival as the expatriate community passionately embraces the cultural atmosphere.

Dec 28 β€’ 10:45 UTC

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