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Istanbul tops 2024 global traffic congestion rankings
A global mobility analytics company has ranked Istanbul as the most traffic-congested city in the world for 2024.
Intrix's Global Traffic Scorecard revealed that drivers in Türkiye's largest metropolis spent an average of 105 hours in traffic throughout the year. This represents a significant 15 percent increase in traffic delays compared to 2023.
Greek-American students’ homecoming
Greek-American students use their study abroad programs as an opportunity to learn about their homeland and deepen their "Greekness."
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USA: Traditional dances celebrated the Greek Heritage Night in Chicago before the Bulls-Bucks game (video)
Greek Heritage Night was honored last night at Chicago’s United Center before the jumping off point at the Bulls’ game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
Meta apps down – Major issues with Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp
Thousands of users of Meta services, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, are experiencing major disruptions worldwide.
Messaging apps have frozen, with pages either failing to load or users unable to post updates.
Specifically, more than 42,000 Instagram users report issues with viewing posts.
Tragic Shooting in Florida: Bulgarian Man Dies After Confrontation with Woman
A tragic incident unfolded on a road in Orlando, Florida, where a Bulgarian man lost his life after being shot in what authorities are investigating as a road rage incident. According to local media reports and a statement from the Bulgarian Orthodox Church in Central Florida, the victim was a 42-year-old Bulgarian national.
Alexi Giannoulias could run for Chicago mayor, reports say
Greek American politician Alexi Giannoulias might be recruited to run for Chicago mayor in 2027, according to reports.
NBC 5 Chicago political reporter Mary Ann Ahern revealed on social media platform X that influential figures in Chicago's unions, business circles, and civic community are actively encouraging Giannoulias to consider a mayoral bid in the February 2027 election.
Mary and Michael Jaharis: The $50 million donation to The Met and St. Nicholas Church at Ground Zero
Mary and Michael Jaharis are among the most prominent and influential couples in the Greek-American community, known for their immense contributions to the pharmaceutical industry, philanthropy, and cultural heritage. Their shared journey reflects a remarkable blend of business success, humanitarian efforts, and dedication to Orthodoxy and Greek culture.
Bulgarians in the US: West Coast Backs Harris, East Supports Trump
Vesela Cherneva, deputy director of the European Council for Foreign Policy, commented on the voting tendencies within the Bulgarian diaspora in the United States during an appearance on NOVA NEWS. She noted a lack of a unified Bulgarian vote, highlighting that while the diaspora on the west coast leans strongly Democratic, many in Chicago and the east coast are supportive of Donald Trump.
Music titan Quincy Jones dies aged 91
Music industry titan Quincy Jones, who produced some of Michael Jackson's best-known albums and collaborated with legends including Frank Sinatra and Count Basie, passed away at age 91, U.S. media reported Monday.
His death was confirmed by his publicist, Arnold Robinson, in a statement that did not specify a cause, according to U.S. media reports.
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Charlie Kirk: Who’s Trump’s “purveyor” on TikTok – The hard-core far-rightist who makes a career out of conspiracy theories
Charlie Kirk poses a question to the enthusiastic, young crowd he’s addressing: “Are you ready to send Donald Trump back to the White House?”