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Exploring cultural integration at source of Tibetan civilization in Shannan
People's Daily Online
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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
Kathimerini
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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
Athens Banner Herald - Georgia
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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
The European Times
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August 18, 2025
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...
Greek beauty shines in Miss Universe Australia final
Neos Kosmos
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August 18, 2025
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...
The Catholic Church, the Mafia and the Limits of Infallibility
New Lines Magazine
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August 18, 2025
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...
Search of Athens home reveals thousands in stolen merchandise
Athens Banner Herald - Georgia
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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....
Reclaiming Byzantine Empire Identity: A New Path for Greece
Greek Reporter
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August 18, 2025
The fall of Constantinople marks a pivotal moment that continues to shape modern Greek identity, highlighting the resilience and pragmatic legacy of the Byzantine Empire. Credit: Theophilos Hatzimihail, Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. The fall...
Baker Tilly South East Europe to broaden footprint in Cyprus and Greece
Cyprus Mail
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August 18, 2025
Baker Tilly South East Europe (BTSEE) on Monday confirmed the completion of its merger with professional services firm MHA, in a deal valued at €24 million. This follows an announcement originally made on August 11, 2025, to the London Stock...
Theater to stream in August: ‘Hamilton’ and a comedy about immigration
The San Juan Daily Star - Puerto Rico
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August 18, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda in the title role of the musical “Hamilton” at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York, July 11, 2015. The live-capture version of the beloved Broadway show has been available on Disney+ since its release during the pandemic,...
Pre-Launch of the World Cultural Cities: Conversations with Icons for the Beijing Culture Forum
The Kingston Whig-Standard
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August 18, 2025
Beijing, China–(Newsfile Corp. – August 18, 2025) – The ten-episode micro-documentary series, World Cultural Cities: Conversations with Icons, is now streaming worldwide on the overseas social media platforms of Beijing Radio & Television Station,...
Safe Bulkers offers €10,000 scholarships to Cypriot, Greek students
Cyprus Mail
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August 18, 2025
Safe Bulkers Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange and led by Cypriot CEO Polys V. Hajioannou, has announced the launch of its 5th Annual Scholarship Programme for the academic year 2025–2026, as part of its Environmental, Social and...
Keeping History core: A case against new education reforms
The Island
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August 17, 2025
When Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, began speaking about new education reforms, earlier this year, many people had high hopes. Despite the government’s decision to continue the same economic policies followed by Ranil Wickremesinghe’s...
Greece Considers Extending Patriot Air Defense Mission in Saudi Arabia
Greek Reporter
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August 17, 2025
Patriot Missile Battery System. Credit: Wikimedia Commons Glenn Fawcett Public Domain Greece is considering extending the deployment of its Patriot Missile Battery (PMB) mission in Saudi Arabia, part of the kingdom’s long-range air defense system....
The Original Rochester Greek Fest starts Friday
KTTC - Minnesota
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August 17, 2025
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – The Original Rochester Greek Fest is set to begin at 703 West Center Street on Friday, Aug. 22. The festival has been annually taking place in the Med City since 1963. “We’re very excited,” volunteer coordinator Mike...
Actions to promote Greek tourism in Corinth, Patras and Kos
Tornos News
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August 16, 2025
The Municipality of Corinth and the Hellenic Tourism Organization are moving forward with actions to promote tourism. In detail, the Municipality of Corinth, within the framework of the implementation of the tourism promotion actions, is planning...
Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities join to repair cemeteries in buffer zone
Knews Kathimerini
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A €700,000 program is under way to restore cemeteries along the Green Line, the United Nations-controlled buffer zone that divides the island. More than 50 years after the 1974 Turkish invasion, communities on both sides are working together to...
Serumpun Sarawak debuts in Japan with cultural gastronomy showcase
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 17, 2025
Serumpun Sarawak’s Japan debut blended Indigenous storytelling, culinary innovation, and cultural exchange, presenting Sarawak’s heritage through immersive, multi-sensory experiences. Following its acclaimed launch in Kuala Lumpur, Serumpun...
Neil Young ditches Facebook over Meta’s ‘unconscionable’ policies for AI chatbots and children
New York Post
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August 17, 2025
The cursor and the damage done. Neil Young, 79, has announced that he is leaving Facebook over the platform’s internal policies regarding communications between artificial intelligence chatbots and children. Neil Young performs at the Grand Park...
Greek-American Leader Dr. Demetrios Giannaros Inducted into 2025 Immigrant Heritage Hall of Fame
Hellenic News of America
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August 17, 2025
BOSTON, MA / WEST HARTFORD, CT – August 9, 2025 — The Greek-American community proudly celebrates Dr. Demetrios Giannaros ’72, a distinguished public servant, educator, and advocate for Hellenism, who will be inducted into the 2025 Immigrant...