Greek Festival Returns To Pasadena With 66-Year Heritage

The aroma of lamb chops and honey-drenched loukoumades will fill the air in Pasadena this September as Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church hosts its annual Greek Festival, continuing a cultural celebration that has drawn families to Southern...

Greek Coast Guard Rescues 126 Migrants Off Crete Amid Surge in Arrivals

Migrants at the Mediterranean Sea. X/ @GreekReporter August 18, 2025 Hour: 8:53 am On Monday, the Greek Coast Guard reported the rescue of 126 migrants who were aboard two makeshift boats south of the island of Crete in the eastern Mediterranean....

Athens News Matters: August 16th, 2025

From business owner to voting commissioner, community weighs in on UGA President’s House redevelopment An iconic Athens antebellum home is at risk for demolition—at least, that’s what preservationists are saying about the University of Georgia’s...

CultureNews God Of War Director May Have Just Teased The Reveal Of His Next Game In The Weirdest Way Sony's Santa Monica studio has been quiet since Ragnarök launched in 2022

PlayStation fans have been waiting to hear what’s next from Sony’s God of War studio, Santa Monica, amid rumors that the 2018 game’s director, Cory Barlog, is busy creating a new IP. The veteran developer appears to have finally provided them with...

Greece Gambling Casino Growth Winning Bet for Big Revenues

ATHENS – One of the key businesses at the ongoing 8-billion euro ($9.34 billion) development of the abandoned Hellenikon International Airport on the so-called Athens Riviera will be a Hard Rock Casino, and Greece is counting on gambling growth to...

Athens’ southern suburbs lead Greece’s most prestigious property markets

Athens’ southern suburbs lead Greek property values, while Kavala tops growth at 36.3%, driven by foreign investment and Golden Visa demand. The latest analysis from international property consultancy Astons has revealed which areas of the Greek...

US religious freedom body spotlights worsening treatment of faith groups in Turkey

The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) convened a virtual hearing on Thursday to examine what witnesses described as severe and systemic violations of religious freedom in Turkey, Turkish Minute reported. The session opened...

Inside Gaza’s Only Catholic Church, One Month After Israel’s Attack

The funeral of Fumya Ayaad and Saad Salama on the night of July 17, 2025, in the Church of Saint Porphyrius. Photo: Khames Alrefi Since the beginning of the genocide in Gaza, Israel has repeatedly attacked religious sites, including mosques and...

Bring flavours of Greece home with Angus & Oink’s Big Phat Greek Seasoning

Zesty lemon, fragrant oregano, garlic and a touch of smoky paprika are all flavours which make Greek holidays unforgettable. Make the most of the long summer days at home with Angus & Oink’s Big Phat Greek Rub, bringing that same savoury punch to...

As Boats Sail from Libya, Greece Swings Right on Migration

After Ahmed left Egypt, he made the journey through Libya and across the Mediterranean Sea to the Greek island of Crete. He carried with him not just the dream of a better future but the hope to survive. “Our trip was difficult,” he said. “We were...

Jerusalem freezes Greek Orthodox Church accounts over unpaid property tax debt

Manchester City Owner’s $600M Superyacht Spotted off Kalamata, Greece

The superyacht Blue of Manchester City’s owner spotted in Kalamata, southern Greece. Credit: Wikimedia Commons Qwfp CC BY SA 4.0 The $600 million superyacht Blue, owned by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates, the current...

Who Is NBA Champion Bryn Forbes? Truth Behind Nationality Change to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Greece Before EuroBasket 2025

A sharpshooting American who won an NBA title with Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly seeking to become a Greek national. It’s a shocking plot twist in the career of Bryn Forbes, a player whose basketball journey was all but over after his legal...

Exploring cultural integration at source of Tibetan civilization in Shannan

By Zhao Juecheng, Fan Lingzhi, Global Times; Zhang Bolan, Xian Gan, People's Daily (People's Daily) 14:16, August 18, 2025 Photo shows Yumbulagang, the first palace in southwest China's Xizang autonomous region. (Photo by Tsering Lumpur) A 17-hour...

Irish man reported missing in Greece

A man from Northern Ireland is believed missing abroad after his family and friends say they have not heard from him for 10 days. Aaron Fryer (28), from Limavady, County Derry, who has been travelling across Europe teaching English online, has not...

Eat Athens: This vegan bakery specializes in allergen-free treats

Tricia Gaston, owner of Tricia's Office, runs a successful vegan micro-bakery out of her home kitchen in Athens, Georgia. Customers can order a variety of vegan desserts, including brownies, cupcakes, cookies, and donuts, for pickup or delivery....

The Church as the Keeper of Divine Revelation

By Metropolitan Anthony (Khrapovitsky) We feel especially glad to talk about the Church in the gathering meeting of our community, which, as far as some aspects of its life are concerned, looks like the bearer of life of ancient Christian...

The Catholic Church, the Mafia and the Limits of Infallibility

Catholics believe that the pope has the privilege of infallibility, meaning that his doctrine on matters of faith or morals cannot be challenged. Yet there is one point on which the line dictated by Pope Francis, who died on April 21, has not been...

Greek beauty shines in Miss Universe Australia final

The glamour of Miss Universe Australia 2025 reached its peak at Crown Perth, where the winner was crowned following a week of intensive preparation for 30 finalists from across the country. Among the standout contestants were three proud Greek...

Search of Athens home reveals thousands in stolen merchandise

Athens-Clarke police recovered over $100,000 in stolen merchandise after an investigation stemming from a flea market. Private investigators discovered the stolen goods, primarily Lululemon athletic wear, using RFID scanners at a flea market....