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Rain stops just in time for Blessing of the Waters at Rye Pier (PHOTOS)

Despite the rainy weather, a large crowd gathered today at Rye Pier to witness the Blessing of the Waters and the diving of the Holy Cross. The event, organised by …

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Summer holidays haven’t changed much since ancient Greece and Rome

Imagine a summer holiday at a seaside resort, with days spent sunbathing, reading books, exploring nature and chatting with friends. Sounds like it could be anywhere in Australia or New …

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Diatribe: Changing the date

“What are you doing Christmas Eve?” Niko enquired. “Going to Midnight Mass?” «Άκου εκεί Midnight Mass,” Stefo sniggered. “Like the good little Orthodox boy he is, he is going to …

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102-year-old Katholiki Zafeiri cuts Vasilopita for Dandenong’s Siannites of Rhodes Association

The Siannites of Rhodes Association recently hosted their annual vasilopita cutting event at the hall of the Greek Community in Dandenong, Melbourne. The highlight of the gathering was the participation …

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Costas Simitis, 1936–2025: Greece declares four days of national mourning for former prime minister

The funeral for the former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis will be held on Thursday, 9 January, at 12pm at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens. The statesman, described even by …

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Cool change, rain bring relief as fires burn

A cool change and rain have brought welcome relief for emergency crews fighting a bushfire that has been burning for weeks. After a three-day heatwave that sent the mercury above …

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Panathinaikos secures dramatic win to overcome ten-man PAOK

Panathinaikos has started 2025 on a tremendous high after downing PAOK, delivering their most impressive result yet of the league campaign to strengthen their position in the title race. The …

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Blessing of the Waters and Holy Epiphany celebrations in Victoria in heavy rain

Orthodox Christians commemorate the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River by John the Baptist today and celebrate those named Fotios, Fotini, Jordan, Theofanis, Theofania, Ourania, Peristera, and Theopi. …

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Maria Sakkari defeated in second round of Adelaide International qualifiers

After a three-hour long thrilling tennis match, Maria Sakkari (no.32) lost 6-4, 6-7 (10), 6-3 to USA’s Peyton Stearns (no.47) in the second day of Adelaide International qualifiers. It follows …

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Former Greek PM Costas Simitis dies aged 88

Former Greek prime minister Costas Simitis died Sunday at 88, state-run ERT News reported. Simitis had not been facing a particular health problem. A former prime minister and one of …

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