Greek Diaspora
Diaspora
The Greek Revolution and the Diaspora in the United States
A timely new book titled "The Greek Revolution and the Greek Diaspora in the United States" was recently released in Greece.
Edited by Maria Kaliambou with contributions from prominent Greek and Greek American historians such as Alexander Kitroeff, Sakis Gekas,...
Europe
Blind and Homeless Greek Pianist Overcomes the Odds
Anastasios Pagonidis, a Greek pianist originally from Athens, did not let blindness or homelessness stop him from pursuing his dream to play the piano.
The Greek musician, who moved from Athens to London, was left almost blind by a brain...
Diaspora
Only Five Percent of Greeks Abroad Plan to Return, Survey Shows
Only five percent of Greeks living abroad plan to return home in the next five years, a survey by the University of Macedonia revealed on Friday.
According to the results of a survey on the attitude of Greek Immigrants to...
Diaspora
Law on the Vote of Diaspora Will Not Be Changed, Greek Minister Says
The law on the vote for the Greek Diaspora will not be changed, despite the fact that only 3500 Greeks living abroad have registered to vote.
Diaspora
The Passion of the Greek Diaspora for Greece
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Ever since ancient times, Greeks of the diaspora—those who have left their native land to establish a new life abroad—have enriched the international community.
By Constantine Passaris
Last year’s bicentennial celebrations of the Greek revolution of 1821 highlighted the passion of...
Diaspora
George Karlaftis: The Greek Freak of American Football?
Greek-born George Karlaftis is becoming the National Football League's (NFL) emerging star.
Karlaftis, a rookie defensive end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is just getting started. His position is known for rushing the passer and sacking quarterbacks.
An emerging fan favorite,...
Greek News
Meet the Greeks of Medellin, Colombia
The small Greek community of Medellin, Colombia, comprised mainly of entrepreneurs and professionals, is booming.
Colombia's second-largest city, called the "City of Eternal Spring" for its temperate weather, has changed a great deal since the 1980's and 1990's, when it...
Diaspora
How Many Greeks are There Around the World
The Greek diaspora, or the number of people with Greek ancestry living outside of the country, is one of the most widespread and largest in the world.
Since ancient times, Greeks have traveled the world, making the their homes in...
Culture
Constantinopolitans Keep Memories of the Byzantine Capital Alive
The Hellenic Society of Constantinopolitans is keeping the culture and traditions of the Greeks from the city of Constantinople alive.
Diaspora
Greek Culture Through the Eyes of a Philhellene in Argentina
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Bianca Pierce, a young woman from Argentina, is committed to keeping Greek culture alive in her country.
By Bianca Pierce
I think I have written and erased this text about three hundred times since it is difficult for me to put...