All posts by NEO Magazine
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Michael Chiklis of ‘The Shield’ discusses his Greek heritage and starring in ‘The Senior’ filmby Markos Papadatos Primetime Emmy award-winning and Greek-American actor Michael Chiklis (“The Shield”) spoke with Markos Papadatos about starring in the new Angel Studios sports drama film “The Senior.” Greek business magnate Aristotle Onassis once said: “It...
- Posted December 7, 2025
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“OXI” AND ITS LESSONS FOR TODAYby Dean Kalimniou* There are a number of reasons why OXI, an event that took place some eighty five years ago, still resonates with the Greek people, quite apart from the obvious fact that it is an...
- Posted December 7, 2025
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A Night to Remember: Celebrating Hellenic Professionalism & UnityFriday, September 26th at the Classic Car Club of Manhattan (CCC, PIER 76), as Nyx swept her dark cloak across the blazing New York sky, the vibrant heart of the city pulsed with Hellenic pride and professional...
- Posted December 7, 2025
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Powerhouse Actress Maira Bondre Takes NY by StormWhen any actor comes to New York, the place they want to visit is The Actors Studio, where Elia Kazan ruled, and Marlon Brando started a whole new school of acting, and every actor of note has...
- Posted December 7, 2025
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From New York to Zitsa: How an American lawyer found a new life in the mountains of EpirusAnna Ellis talks to NEO By Kelly Fanarioti When Anna Elis, an American environmental lawyer from New York, first visited Greece in 2009, she had no plans to stay. She was finishing her law degree and had...
- Posted December 7, 2025
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The Hellenic Initiative Summer Youth Academy Empowers Underprivileged Children Through SportsThis past May, neighborhoods across the Attica region were energized by the arrival of the THI Summer Youth Academy, the basketball camp for underprivileged youth organized by The Hellenic Initiative (THI). With the support of local municipalities and community...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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CAPTAIN MARIANTHI KASDAGLI: Charting her own course at seaby Kelly Fanarioti In a world where saltwater and steel have long been considered the domain of men, Marianthi Kasdagli has charted her own course and thrived. From a young age, the pull of the sea was...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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Oscar nominee Lorraine Bracco of ‘Goodfellas’ is having ‘More Fun’ than ever beforeby Markos Papadatos Academy Award nominee Lorraine Bracco (“Goodfellas”) chatted about starring in the new Netflix film “Nonnas,” which debuted at No. 1. In “Nonnas,” after the loss of his mother, Joe Scaravella (played by Vince Vaughn)...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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Top American foreign policy leaders meet with leading Cypriots/Hellenes at the 40th Annual PSEKA Cyprus ConferenceFor the 40th Annual PSEKA Cyprus Conference, PSEKA brought together in Washington, DC Greek American leaders from AHEPA, AHI, Cyprus-US Chamber of Commerce, FCAO, the Chios Federations of America and Canada and others to hear from 35...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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Greek Ice Cream Comes to America: A Taste of Rhodes Opens in the Heart of Washington, D.C.This summer, a beloved tradition from the Greek islands is crossing the Atlantic and landing in the historic heart of America’s capital. On July 20—National Ice Cream Day—Yala Greek Ice Cream will open its doors in Georgetown, Washington,...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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The Crimson Teardrops of Hagia Sophiaby James Terezakis The sun was setting in the west, casting its shadow on the Theodosian Walls. Built by the Emperor Theodosius in the 5th century, they stood for over 1,000 years, stretching three and half miles...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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Flying North For Winterby Dean Kalimniou* A chilling, fell wind sweeps across the ashen paving stones. Pedestrians raise their collars and clutch at their jackets in order to entrap the last vestige of warmth within them. It is so cold...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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The colors of our eternal homelandWhen I was a kid, I lived on Chios island until I was about seven, and then I returned again a few years later to visit, and I remember the green that flooded the windows of the...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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A Lifechanging Search for a Greek Pirate on HydraMNEMOSYNI’S MUSINGS… You’ve heard of Mnemosyni, the Greek goddess of memory. Mythology buffs will know that she’s also the goddess of storytelling—and mother of the Muses! So, it’s only fitting to name a literary column in her...
- Posted July 26, 2025
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The Mistress of SpetsesAn excerpt of a historical novel of Laskarina Bouboulina: the nautical leader of the Greek Revolution of 1821 By Nikos Linardakis, M.D. The Mistress of Spetses is a gripping historical novel, set during the Greek Revolution of...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Integrity, Experience & Expertise with Emmanouela Kompa SolominIn the world of real estate, the need for a trusted, knowledgeable advisor who truly understands the market and the unique needs of each client is vital. Emmanouela Solomin, an Associate Broker at the Queens offices of...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Divine Art: Fr. Anthony Salzman, Priest and ArtistBy Nikos Linardakis, M.D. In the charming town of Watkinsville, Georgia, nestled next to Athens, Georgia, is the modern St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church (GOC). This place of worship holds a secret—a hidden treasure of art and...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Reviving Fourna: How a Facebook Appeal Brought New Life to a Greek VillagePeople who decided to move there speak to NEO By Kelly Fanarioti The decreased number of births, an aging population, and the concentration of residents in large urban centers are among the key challenges Greece has faced...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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The Academy of Hellenic Paideia Presents the 8th Annual TIMARETE Hellenic Arts FestivalUnder the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in New York The Academy of Hellenic Paideia proudly presents the 8th Annual TIMARETE Hellenic Arts Festival, a celebration of Greek culture, art, and heritage. This year’s festival...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Kieran Culkin2025 Academy Award winner for ‘Best Supporting Actor’ for ‘A Real Pain’ by Markos Papadatos Kieran Culkin spoke about his Academy Award win for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role” for “A Real Pain”...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Beyond Magiritsaby Dean Kalimniou* “You will forgive me If I light up a cigarette,” the polite old man asked as he reached for his lighter with gnarled, trembling hands, as we stood outside the church toilets. His bulbous...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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The Man with the Plan: Mapping the Road to Financial Success with John Kurisby Athena After Financial planning, for many of us, can be a daunting task. There are so many options amongst stocks, funds, and a myriad of other investment targets. And then comes the challenge of balancing our...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Alpha Omega Council Hosted 2024 Honors GalaAlpha Omega Council hosted the 2024 Honors Gala, its premiere event & primary fundraiser, at the InterContinental Boston. Nearly 300 guests were invited to enjoy dinner & drinks, experience live music and dancing, and witness the awards presentation. Nicholas...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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The AHEPA Gold Coast Chapter 456 Christmas GalaThe AHEPA Gold Coast Chapter 456 held its annual Christmas party where members and friends came together to spend a celebratory evening, opening the Holiday Season.
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Iakovos: The One and OnlyA Reflection by the Reverend Father Alexander Karloutsos Protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Throne Archbishop Iakovos, the one and only, was an extraordinary and visionary Hierarch who changed the face of Orthodox Christianity in America and impacted my...
- Posted December 28, 2024
