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Greek Orthodox Community of NSW set to host AGM
The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) this coming Sunday afternoon as it reviews its latest year. The AGM will be held at the …
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Dutton welcomes Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, celebrating a century of Greek Orthodoxy in Australia
The leader of the federal opposition Peter Dutton released a statement emphasising the “honour” he felt in welcoming the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to Australia, to mark the 100th anniversary of …
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Treasurer flags more fuel pain amid global uncertainty
Australian motorists face higher prices at the pump as the treasurer warns escalating conflict in the Middle East may keep oil prices elevated. “We’re focused on the human costs, but …
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Greece creates ‘FBI-style’ organised crime unit amid mob murder spree
Greece has created an “FBI-style” police unit to combat organised crime after a raft of gangland killings, its police minister said this week. The “new service” was launched to fight …
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Cypriot British scientist Demis Hassabis wins Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Cypriot British scientist Demis Hassabis won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, alongside US scientists David Baker and John Jumper, for their work in decoding the structure of proteins and …
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Europe court condemns Cyprus over return of Syrian refugees to Lebanon
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) on Tuesday condemned Cyprus for returning to Lebanon two Syrian refugees who had arrived on a small boat, without examining their asylum claim. …
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In lockstep with allies, PM backs Lebanon ceasefire
Australia’s stance on the Middle East remains in lockstep with western allies, the prime minister says, despite US officials dropping support for a ceasefire in Lebanon. US state department officials …
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Patricia Karvelas to depart Radio National, expands role at ABC
Greek-Australian journalist Patricia Karvelas is stepping down from her role at Radio National to take on an expanded position at ABC, focusing on political content across its audio, television, and …
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Melbourne welcomes Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew: Thousands expected at Sunday’s events
Thousands of Greek Orthodox faithful are expected to attend the Patriarchal Divine Liturgy on Sunday (7.30am – 12pm) at Margaret Court Arena, Olympic Blvd, and the parade honouring the Ecumenical …
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Patriarch Bartholomew awarded honorary doctorate by University of Notre Dame
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was awarded with an honorary doctorate by the University of Notre Dame Australia in what is the latest recognition he has received during his historic visit to …