EU subsidy fraud isn’t just a Greek problem, it’s everywhere, warns top prosecutor

“Now we have these RRF funds. Of course, the organized crime moved the attention to that because they can make money,” she told POLITICO. Kövesi was speaking in the customs office in Piraeus, Greece’s largest port. Beyond the window lay thousands...

Eleven Greek Gaza flotilla members on hunger strike

FOREIGN AFFAIRS Lawyers and relatives request a meeting with the minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on the day pro-Palestinian demonstrators protest to condemn the Israeli forces' interception of some of the vessels of the Global Sumud...

Military families seek out food assistance amid shutdown anxiety

When staff members arrived at their Armed Services YMCA food pantry distribution location near Fort Hood, Texas, at 5 a.m. Thursday, they found a line of military families stretched around the side of the building. “That’s not happened ever. We...

BIS Implements “Affiliates Rule” (a 50% Rule) Applicable to Entity List and Military End User List

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) issued an interim final rule (the “Affiliates Rule”), effective September 29, 2025, automatically imposing corresponding restrictions on entities 50% or more owned directly...

Man hospitalized after Greek Row fight recovering, family says

No further updates from police, university Austen Dawson, a DoorDash driver that was hospitalized following a fight on the University of Idaho campus, is showing signs of recovery, family members say. Adam Dawson posted on Facebook on Sept. 30...

New York Greek Film Expo Opens October 2

Meet the Stars on Opening Night at Directors Guild Theater in Manhattan! The New York Greek Film Expo, a Greek film festival for all New Yorkers, opens tonight, October 2 at the Directors Guild Theater in Manhattan. The annual Expo, presented by...

Upcoming Local and Statewide Elections

The special election for Georgia Public Service Commissioners, along with various local elections, will be held this November. Voters looking to take part in these elections on Nov. 4 must be registered to vote by Monday, Oct. 6. Statewide...

34th Annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting Winners Announced

This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevant BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — The 34th annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting is in the books. Our own Danielle Hedges of Cool 92.9 was among the judges. Among the top five...

Greek Activists Held in Israel Begin Hunger Strike

A group of Greek activists detained by Israeli authorities after the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla have announced they are beginning a hunger strike. The flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, was stopped earlier this...

Greek Defense Minister on Ruci Case: “A Father’s Right to Seek Truth”

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias intervened in parliament on Thursday regarding the case of Panos Ruci, a father on hunger strike demanding answers about the death of his child. Dendias has revised his earlier statements regarding the case of...

Greek Shipping Minister Highlights Greece–Korea Maritime Ties

At a reception marking Korea’s National Day, held at the Athens Concert Hall, Greece’s Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, Vassilis Kikilias, underscored the close maritime ties between Greece and the Republic of Korea. Speaking as...

Athens reacts to town hall meeting on vaccines

As federal officials responsible for recommending vaccines urge doctors and patients to share decision-making when it comes to getting vaccinated, Athenians gathered to hear from local infectious diseases experts in a town hall meeting yesterday...

Save the balance of Athens – No tourist mall around the Acropolis

“We do not want the area around the Acropolis to become a tourist mall. We want it to retain its authenticity,” stressed Haris Doukas, Mayor of Athens, in a discussion within the framework of the Athens Democracy Forum 2025, (September 30 -October...

Greece Grinds to a Halt as Thousands Protest 13-Hour Workday Law

6th International Folklore Festival “FOLKWAY” in the Municipality of Hersonissos

The 6th International Folklore Festival “FOLKWAY” was completed with absolute success, confirming once again that it is a cultural institution with international appeal. A total of 11 dance groups with more than 300 dancers and artists from...

Sharjah International Book Fair to be held from Nov.5-16

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced that the upcoming Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) will be held from Nov.5–16, 2025, at Expo Centre Sharjah under the theme “Between You and a Book.” The 44th edition will convene thousands of...

CommentWhy did the US government shut down?

Closed signs have sprung up across Washington and at federal sites around the US as the government shutdown takes hold. The lights went out at non-essential government agencies after Democrats refused to give Republicans the 60 votes they needed...

Construction at the intersection of state routes 682 and 56 in Athens draws concern from local businesses

Construction at the intersection of state routes 682 and 56 in Athens draws concern from local businesses By: Amanda Pirani Posted on: Thursday, October 2, 2025 < < Back to news ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The construction of a...

During ISU visit, author reveals sanctuary's meaning beyond a Trump era political shorthand

An author and researcher argues the meaning of “sanctuary” is much deeper than the political shorthand we’ve come to know surrounding immigration. Gina Perez is a professor at Oberlin College in Ohio. Her most recent book, Sanctuary People,...

International Protests Erupt After Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Boats Carrying Greta Thunberg

On Thursday, Israeli forces intercepted roughly 40 aid boats bound for Gaza, carrying over 400 foreign activists, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg. The action drew international condemnation and sparked protests worldwide. Cameras...