29 January, 2026

Strike on Iran looms as Trump issues ‘Ultimatum’ and explicit threat via social media

Strike on Iran looms as Trump issues ‘ultimatum’ with explicit social media threat as geopolitical tensions surge once again. In a move that sharply escalates the crisis, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, 28 January, warned Tehran of a military strike “far…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

Pharos 2026: Shaping a global vision for the future of the Greek language

The Pharos Alliance is stronger, more visible and more determined than ever in its push for the Greek language. Through years of steady advocacy, community engagement and policy work, Pharos has emerged as an influential advocacy organisation which aims to shape the…

29 January, 2026

GREECE·HISTORY

The hidden prayer of the Greek Alphabet

An ancient prayer—an invocation—has existed and functioned silently within the Greek alphabet since its very inception. The hidden prayer of the Greek Alphabet. The sequence of the letters in their full pronunciation (Alpha, Beta, Gamma, etc.) is by no means accidental. Beneath…

29 January, 2026

GREECE·TECHNOLOGY

Satellites, security and sovereignty: Greece’s strategic ascent into space

Satellites, security and sovereignty: Greece’s strategic ascent into space marks a rapidly evolving chapter in the country’s technological and strategic development. Recent advances in satellite capability are beginning to reshape Greece’s strategic outlook, both in civilian applications and national defence. A defining…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

A plea from Florina: Mayor and Bishop appeal to Melbourne’s Diaspora

“We came out of need, and out of faith.” With these words, His Eminence Bishop Irineos of Florina, Prespa and Eordaia set the tone for a rare and deeply symbolic visit to Australia, undertaken alongside Florina Mayor Vasilis Giannakis. The visit brought…

29 January, 2026

SPORTS

Olympiacos stuns Ajax, and reaches Champions League play-offs

Goals from Martins and Ezzé sparked celebrations with the 3,000 travelling supporters. After Olympiacos stun Ajax, and reaches Champions League play-offs. With a second consecutive gutsy victory—this time a 2–1 win over Ajax inside the Johan Cruyff Arena—Olympiacos secured qualification for the…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

Melbourne comes together for the Saint Gregory Feast and Philotimo Festival

The Greek Orthodox community of Melbourne came together in faith and celebration for the Feast of Saint Gregory the Theologian and the GO Youth Melbourne Philotimo Festival, held on Sunday, January 25, at the Church of Panagia Kamariani. Marked by reverence, joy…

29 January, 2026

VICTORIA

Melbourne residents hit with paid parking permits outside their own homes

Melbourne residents in the City of Stonnington are being forced to pay up to $250 a year to park on the street outside their own homes, following the introduction of a new paid digital parking permit system. Under the changes, which came…

29 January, 2026

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January 29, 2026

Strike on Iran looms as Trump issues ‘Ultimatum’ and explicit threat via social media

Pharos 2026: Shaping a global vision for the future of the Greek language

The hidden prayer of the Greek Alphabet

Satellites, security and sovereignty: Greece’s strategic ascent into space

A plea from Florina: Mayor and Bishop appeal to Melbourne’s Diaspora

Olympiacos stuns Ajax, and reaches Champions League play-offs

Melbourne comes together for the Saint Gregory Feast and Philotimo Festival

Melbourne residents hit with paid parking permits outside their own homes

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