Greek ensemble Gadjo Dilo brings its signature blend of gypsy jazz and Greek musical traditions to Soul Rooftop (204 28th Oktovriou), offering an energetic concert inspired by the legacy of guitarist Django Reinhardt. Source link
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing growing criticism after Astoria, the historic heart of the Greek American community, was left off the city’s official “Immigrant Enclaves” map, despite nearby “Little Egypt” being prominently featured. The map, released as part of New York City’s Immigrant Heritage initiative ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, …
The local market’s benchmark suffered negligible losses, despite the more notable decline of banks, as refineries enjoyed a good day of trading. Source link
BREAKING: Israel has suspended a planned Knesset vote on formally recognizing the Armenian Genocide, just weeks after the Israeli Cabinet unanimously approved the proposal. With the Knesset set to enter its summer recess and national elections scheduled for October 27, the legislation is now unlikely to move forward anytime soon. The delay comes as Israel …
Fresh details have emerged about the police investigation that led to the arrest of three suspects over the deadly 2010 arson attack on the Marfin bank branch in central Athens, as defense lawyers dismissed the evidence as inadequate and cautioned against premature conclusions. Source link
A remarkable study of a vibrant Minoan fresco from the ancient settlement of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini is reshaping our understanding of Bronze Age globalization. Buried for millennia under layers of volcanic ash from the massive Thera eruption around 1600 BCE, these well-preserved wall paintings are now revealing surprising connections between the sophisticated …
Greek entrepreneurship can work wonders. There are many successful examples of companies that endured the country’s debt crisis and pursued a path of extroversion and exports. Source link
A new open-air theatrical production exploring the life and ideas of ancient Greek philosopher Socrates will be staged in Athens during the summer of 2026, beneath the Acropolis. Source link
A 46-year-old Greek woman wanted in connection with the 2010 arson attack on an Athens bank that killed three employees is expected to appear before a London court Tuesday to face an extradition request from Greece, the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has said. Source link
Greek Coast Guard officers have arrested the captain of a floating refreshment bar after the vessel berthed without authorisation at Koufonisia. According to Coast Guard sources, the barge, which operates as a floating snack bar, arrived at Italida Beach on Saturday evening without obtaining the required permit. A Coast Guard officer attended the scene, while …