An Irish master of the Cretan lyra speaks about his journey in music of the Eastern Mediterranean.

Sotiris Strigas talks to MIKE SWEET about spending Christmas in Athens and the unique traditions his family shares over the festive season.

18-year-old Adrian Michalopoulos, who has recently completed his VCE and who loves tiropita, and describes himself best as nonchalant, is our Young Greek of the Week.

Marco and Thelma Economidis will be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve.

2009 was a season of mixed fortune for South Melbourne as it celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Antonis Samaras has announced his appointments as shadow ministers for the environment, education and religious affairs, energy and natural resources and agriculture.

Greece has become the laughing stock of Europe and the term “Greek statistics” is used widely and derisively, urgent reform is needed.

Dr Nick Economou reflects on the year that was in the national capital in 2009.

Olympiakos will meet French side Girondins de Bordeaux in the first knockout round of the Champions League while PAO drew Italian giants Roma in the next round of the Europa League

PAO proceed to the next round of the UEFA Europa League while AEK bow out after loss in Portugal.