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By Van Vlahakis* I just listen to the news from Greece and I thought it might be useful to pass some advice to Greek politicians. I have substantial and long-term experience in business, creating Earth Friendly Products, the leading green...

Greek women are making a difference -- whether it's in the realm of politics, science, business, philanthropy or sport.

A British tourist and his partner in Greece are suspected of having the first cases of monkeypox in Greece. The rare infection has been spreading throughout Europe and the Americas since it was first diagnosed in the UK in...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slY9aA7Nxfk Numerous Greeks and members of the Greek diaspora excelled in 2018, be it in politics, business, sciences, the arts, sports or philanthropy. Many, perhaps most, of them have risen to great heights in the country to which they emigrated. Often...

We all know how crucial our times can be, regarding the issue of environment and climate change. Our planet is in danger, so putting Earth and its environment at the top of our priorities is as important as ever. That’s...

The United States can help Greece in restoring its economy, especially in the fields of innovation and startup businesses, Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said at the inauguration of the American pavilion at the Thessaloniki International Fair on Saturday. Addressing...

On the aftermath of the unprecedented tragedy from the deadly fire in Mati, the devastated town east of Athens, Greeks from all over the world joined forces to help the victims. The Greek Diaspora in the U.S., Canada, Australia, Germany...

A U.S.-based company founded by a pioneering Greek immigrant has come home - so to speak - by launching a production line in Greece. Earth Friendly Products, which has become famous for its range of ECOS green household-cleaning materials, has...

It was fifty years ago when a Greek immigrant, the late Dr. Van Vlahakis, started a natural cleaning products company out of his garage in Chicago, IL. Today, Earth Friendly Products operates four plants in the US and is...

Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands and it is famous across the globe for its beaches, clear waters and exceptional cuisine. However, what many people don't know is that some of the most important Greeks throughout history...

2013 was a tough year marked by disasters and negative news. During this difficult time, some people managed to shine in their respective fields and realize their dreams while helping the world become a better place. Here, we present...

“A Green Story,” the movie about a Greek who comes to America as a poor immigrant and creates a green empire will hit stores in Greece next week. The movie will initially only be available for rent, and available for...

The Greek economic crisis did not scare away the owner and founder of Earth Friendly Products, Van Vlahakis, who arrived in Athens to open the company's first office in Europe on July 15th. On the contrary, the economic hardships that...

"A Green Story" premiered on Monday July 15th at the open theater of Floisvos, a summer hot-spot for Greeks just a few kilometers away from Athens. The star-studded premiere was attended by cast and crew members, including actors Ed O'Ross,...

Earth Friendly Products, makers of ECOS, the World's top-selling green laundry detergent and 150 other cleaning products using only plant-based, all-natural ingredients, announces the opening of the company’s first global office in Athens, Greece. This will be the first global...