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Vassy to represent US at Russia’s Intervision song contest
Vassy has been announced as the United States’ entry at Intervision — Russia’s revived answer to Eurovision. The singer whose real name is Vasiliki Karagiorgos, was born in Darwin to …
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Anna Couani: A life saturated by art and politics
“My life has been saturated by art,” says Anna Couani – so much so in fact that her favourite number is five because it is the number of creativity. A …
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Before NBA glory, Giannis Antetokounmpo had a fleeting role in an Australian film
Long before he became an NBA champion and one of basketball’s biggest stars, Giannis Antetokounmpo briefly stepped into the world of cinema — in an Australian production. At just 16, …
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Cooking from the heart: Anne and Maree honouring yiayia Mary
It’s all about love and legacy for My Kitchen Rules mother-daughter duo Anne Ioannou and Maree Durkin. The ‘Gourmet Greeks’, as they’re known by, have been able to showcase their …
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‘The Greeks of South America’ to feature at 30th Greek Film Festival
Billy Cotsis’s new documentary ‘The Greeks of South America‘ will be showcased at the coming Greek Film Festival in Sydney, providing an in-depth look at the filmmaker’s travels through the …
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Greek Australian debut takes top prize for Emerging Writer
The captivating tale of four women spanning continents and generations, bound by the legacies of their Greek ancestry and the enduring symbol of the mati, has won gold at the …
Greeks of Iceland: The “coldest” Greek in Iceland finds a nation of warmth
I admit I only know Iceland from Bjork, James Bond, Idris Elba. What can I say? I’m a cold weather snob; years in beautiful London ensured I never again wanted …
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Dimitri Goes to Hollywood: Greek Canadian’s hit play on the verge of film adaptation
Greek Canadian Jimmy Chimarios did not anticipate the huge response his semi-autobiographical play would receive, nor that it would possess prophetic powers as the show, like its title, seems destined …
Beyond the plate: Why community is the secret ingredient of Mediterranean living
When people talk about the Mediterranean diet, they usually focus on the olive oil, the fresh fish, the vibrant vegetables. But if you ask me, they’re missing the most important …
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Hellenes are everywhere: ‘The Greeks of South America’, a new film by Billy Cotsis
As part of the 30th Greek Film Festival of Sydney, Neos Kosmos’s own Billy Cotsis is presenting a new film based on his many adventures to Latin America. Described as …