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The connection between Zara and Zorba the Greek discussed in NY Times
Zara Communictations Director Jesus Echevarria told the NY Times that the name for Zara fashion stores was inspired by the 1964 film, ‘Zorba the Greek’. When Zara founder Amancio Ortega …
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Vigil for murdered Parkville woman: Go Fund Me funeral and saddened Greek-Aussie family
The family of Melbourne woman Courtney Herron, 25, murdered in Parkville over the weekend released a statement following her death. They shared their sorrow following a visit to the scene …
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Varoufakis launches Greek nationwide campaign with Mera25
Former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, leader of the Mera25 party, made an announcement on Sunday night. He said “today we saw the end of a European beginning for Mera25, tomorrow …
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Want culture? Head to Tarpon Springs, the 3rd best town in the US
Tarpon Springs came third for culture in the USA 2019 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards, following another award recently for being the Best Historic Town in America. The town with …
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Greek PM Alexis Tsipras to call for snap elections
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has called for snap general elections in Greece after 2 June. In a televised address on Sunday, he said that he would ask the president …
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UPD: Courtney Herron’s murderer fronts court with black eye; Royal Park vigil set for Friday
Police on Sunday identified the woman murdered at Royal Park in Parkville as 25-year-old Courtney Herron, of no fixed residence. The woman’s body was found on Saturday morning at 9.25am …
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Senator Sinodinos tapped to take post as US Ambassador
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is preparing to appoint Senator Arthur Sinodinos as the replacement of Joe Hockey as US Ambassador. Senator Sinodinos will take on the role is the nation’s …
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George Calombaris nearly loses his sight after squash accident
Masterchef judge George Calombaris, 40, has shared his story about his frightening battle to save the sight in his right eye following a horror sporting accident in March. Speaking to …
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Events for the 78th Anniversary of the Battle of Crete
Events have been ongoing for the 78th Anniversary of the Battle of Crete. CHURCH SERVICE & DOXOLOGY The Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council in conjunction with the Greek …
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Mykonos taverna slapped with 12 tax infringements following social media criticism
A taverna that had been shamed on social media for overcharging a party of tourists was visited by tax inspectors this week. The officials found that the restaurant, located at …