NUJU photo exhibition dedicated to work of journalists in the war zone opens in German Fulda
By Martin Banks A photo exhibition of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine (NUJU), called “Ukraine: Journalists in War Zones”, has opened.
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EUROPE
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GREEKS ABROAD 
February 1, 2025 Estudiantina of Melbourne brings Rebetika to life at Brunswick Ballroom
Melbourne’s vibrant Greek music scene is about to experience an unforgettable event as Estudiantina of Melbourne launches their debut album at Brunswick Ballroom on Sunday, March 9. As part of this year’s Brunswick Music Festival, this event, Journey to Rebetika, will celebrate the timeless and evocative sounds of Rebetika and Smyrneika, two musical traditions deeply rooted in Greek history and […]
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GREECE
February 1, 2025 Scientist reassuring on Santorini quakes as tremors continue
A Greek seismologist reassured the public on Saturday that a series of earthquakes recorded mostly over the past week in the area of the Santorini caldera are likely the result of tectonic movements and not volcanic activity.
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EUROPE
February 1, 2025 New study doubles EU wind power potential
Bigger turbines and relaxed minimum distance rules from buildings have doubled Europe’s potential for commercially viable wind power since a similar assessment just seven years ago.
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WORLD
February 1, 2025 1 February 2025: This day in history
1587: Queen Elizabeth I of England signs the death warrant for her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots 1843: Oldest continuous writer of insurance in America opens, the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York (MONY) 1884: First volume of the Oxford English Dictionary, A-Ant, is published 1908: King Carlos I of Portugal and his heir, […]
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EUROPE
January 31, 2025 Cooking up something special for Valentine’s Day
By Martin Banks Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to treat your loved one to something a bit special.
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UK NEWS
January 31, 2025 Lord Sugar wants ‘bums back into the office’ as young people ‘just want to sit at home’
By Martin Banks British entrepreneur Lord Alan Sugar has branded Brexit a “disaster.”
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WORLD
January 31, 2025 Greek Community Cup Women’s Tournament kicks off this Saturday in John Cain Memorial Park
The highly anticipated Greek Community Cup Women’s Tournament is set to kick off this Sunday in John Cain Memorial Park 3070/281 Darebin Rd, Thornbury, bringing together teams from across the Greek Australian community in a spirited showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and cultural pride. This marks the first-ever edition of the women’s tournament, and we are […]
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GREECE
January 31, 2025 Giannis Kostakis: From A Young Age, I Loved Swimming
Interview by Vassilios Nicolaos Vitsilogiannis (IG: @vassiliosvitsiloginnis) Giannis Kostakis was born in Athens, Greece, and is a distinguished Paralympic swimmer known for his remarkable achievements in the pool. Competing in several Paralympic Games, he has made a significant impact on the sport, earning multiple medals and breaking numerous world records. Kostakis specializes in […]
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GREECE
January 31, 2025 Greece ranks low in innovation and digital economy
Greece ranks 45th among 133 economies internationally in the latest Global Innovation Index and 25th in the European Union Digital Economy and Society Index, with significant deviations from the European average in several subcategories, according to a study by the Center for Liberal Studies (KEFiM) in collaboration with the Epicenter network of think tanks.
