All posts by NEO Magazine

Oscar-winning Director Louie Psihoyos: “I make films to change the world”
by Kelly Fanarioti Oscar-winning filmmaker Lοuie Psihoyos tries to refute the legend – as he calls it – that people consume meat in order to be healthy and strong. “The Game Changers,” with executive producer and creator...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Leadership 100 29th Conference to Convene in Palm Beach
The 29th Annual Leadership 100 Conference will convene February 20-23, 2020, at The Breakers in Palm Beach, attended by Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, who will address Leadership 100 for the first time, according to Argyris Vassiliou, Chairman...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Historic Times in Washington for Greece and Cyprus
PSEKA and the Coordinated Effort of Hellenes (CEH) expressed appreciation for the bold moves taken by the leadership of the US Congress in reaction to Turkish instigated anti-Western tumult in the Eastern Mediterranean. Recently the US Congress...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Hellenic Initiative Grant Energizes Chios’ Entrepreneusrhip Community
The GreenHouse, created to enhance and promote Greek entrepreneurship, has grown to include GreenHouse Chios, which organized a project in cooperation with the Maria Tsakos Public Benefit Foundation–International Centre for Maritime Research and Tradition, and the Chios Chamber of...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Greek and Romanian companies seek out U.S. Markets via Hermes Expo
Prosperity is on the rise in Greece and Greek companies are once again looking for new opportunities in the United States Marketplace. On April 2-9, 2020, more companies from Greece will participate in the 29th Hermes Expo...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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“Orthodox Morality” on Sex or an Ethics of Sex? (Part 2)
by Aristotle Papanikolaou This essay is part of a series stemming from the ongoing research project “Contemporary Eastern Orthodox Identity and the Challenges of Pluralism and Sexual Diversity in a Secular Age,” which is a joint venture...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Olympian Anna Korakaki Wins Gold in Belgrade
Greek Olympian Anna Korakaki recently added another gold medal to her impressive collection by winning the Belgrade Grand Prix in the 10 meter pistol competition, equaling her own world record with 587/600 in the qualifiers before finishing...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Cyprus-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Elects First Woman President
The Cyprus-U.S. Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Membership Meeting followed by Election of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. At the Annual Board Meeting of the Cyprus U.S. Chamber of Commerce, held in New York...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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AHIF Student Foreign Policy Trip Participants Describe their Personal Experiences
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) released ten essays authored by participants of the 11th annual American Hellenic Institute Foundation College Student Foreign Policy Trip to Washington, DC, Greece and Cyprus. The students’ insightful essays describe their personal...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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George Dalaras kicks off his North American Tour at the Famed Apollo Theater in NY
George Dalaras begins a series of concert performances at the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY on Friday, January 31th 2020. He will share the stage in this tour with Michalis Tzouganakis, Aspasia Stratigou and Alexandros Tzouganakis....
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Napa’s Fotinos Vineyard: from Lefkada to California
by Maria A. Karamitsos Located in the heart of Napa Valley’s Carneros region, Fotinos Vineyard is celebrating its 50th anniversary of fine wines. Today, three sisters and their families – the third and fourth generation – are keeping...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Arcadian Christmas Party in NY
On Saturday, December 28,2019 the Young Adults of Geros tou Morea, the New York Mother Chapter of the Pan Arcadian Federation of America, held their 8th Annual Christmas Party. The event took place at the Monika’s Cafe...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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AHEPA’s Chapter 456 Christmas Party and Fundraiser
AHEPA Gold Coast Chapter 456 held its Christmas gala event and fundraiser this past December at the North Hills Country Club in Manhasset, NY. Members and their friends came to celebrate another year of activities and to...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Look forward with faith, hope and clearer vision!
Ahhh New Year’s Eve…that highlighted day on our calendar that we all try so hard to manage. Do we go out and party, stay home and sit with peace, daydream, make a resolution, say fuck it all,...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Congresswoman Dina Titus Reflects on the Season
by Dina Titus The new year provides us all with reason to spend some time looking back and some time looking ahead. On the eve of this new year and decade, I’ve found myself reflecting on my...
- Posted January 13, 2020
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Drake Behrakis on creating a new legacy for our kids
Drake Behrakis was a teenager when he first visited Greece with his family and discovered a whole other world of family and history and culture. “That really sparked the flame in my family,” says the 55-year-old real...
- Posted December 12, 2019
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OXI Courage and Service Awards in Washington DC Showcase Modern Day Heroes
The 9th Annual Washington Oxi Day Foundation Courage and Service Awards again celebrated OXI courage, past and present, before top US policymakers and thought leaders at inspiring events on October 24 in Washington, DC. From honoring Greek-American...
- Posted December 12, 2019
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The PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation was honored as “Most Distinguished Greek American Organization”
The PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation was honored as “Most Distinguished Greek American Organization” on Sunday, October 20th at the United Hellenic Voters of America Gala event. In addition to the Foundation being honored, Chairman Robert Buhler was also...
- Posted December 12, 2019
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“Orthodox Morality” on Sex or an Ethics of Sex? (part 1)
by Aristotle Papanikolaou This essay is part of a series stemming from the ongoing research project “Contemporary Eastern Orthodox Identity and the Challenges of Pluralism and Sexual Diversity in a Secular Age,” which is a joint venture...
- Posted December 12, 2019
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Andreas Vazaios: Wins 2nd Gold Medal at the European Swimming Championships
Early in December, Greece’s Andreas Vazaios won his second gold medal at the European Short Course Swimming Championships 2019, this time in the in 200 metre butterfly category. Only half an hour after receiving a bronze medal, Vazaios won...
- Posted December 12, 2019
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Tom Manatos in the 50 Most Influential People in DC
National Journal selected Tom Manatos as one of the top 50 people who are changing the political game in Washington D.C and whose work has a great impact in the nation’s capital. Tom comes from a family...
- Posted November 29, 2019
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Edward Giannaros re-elected in Connecticut
Edward Giannaros was re-elected to the Farmington, Connecticut Town Council, 2nd District, on Tuesday, November 5th. Edward, a Democrat, has served two years on the Town Council. However, he is not new to the political arena. Before...
- Posted November 11, 2019
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Mantalena Papadatou: “Tomorrow’s gifts are related to today’s work”
by Pandora Spelios I had the pleasure of seeing Mantalena Papadatou perform on stage the play “Sons and Daughters” by John Calavrianos a few years back at the beautiful theater of the Greek Cultural Center in New...
- Posted November 9, 2019
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The Butcher Of Ankara’s Visit To The House Of Lies
by Dr. Alon Ben Meir* Trump’s inviting of Turkey’s President Erdogan to Washington comes at a peculiar time when the House of Representatives is pursuing the impeachment inquiry against Trump and when Erdogan is preoccupied with his...
- Posted November 9, 2019
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Senator Menendez in Historic Remarks on US Senate Floor Makes Case for Recalibrating U.S.-Turkey Relationship Under Erdogan
On November 6, Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered a speech on the Senate Floor making the case for a recalibration of the U.S.-Turkey relationship based on its aggressive behavior...
- Posted November 6, 2019
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