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Greek president, PM attend October 28th commemoration events
Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou laid a wreath at a war memorial in Thessaloniki and attended the big military parade in the northern port city commemorating Greece's entry into World War II on October 28, 1940 after it defied an Italian ultimatum and the Axis occupation.
Dimitrovden: Celebrating St. Demetrius, the Arrival of Winter, and Rich Bulgarian Traditions
On October 26, Dimitrovden, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of St. Demetrius the Myrrh-Streamer of Thessaloniki. According to Bulgarian folk traditions, this day marks the end of autumn and the start of winter, as reflected in an old saying: "St. George brings summer, while St.
Thessaloniki: Fire protection plan for the Eptapyrgio and the Crypt of Saint Dimitrios
Two iconic monuments in Thessaloniki, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List—the Eptapyrgio fortress complex and the Crypt of the Church of Saint Demetrius—are being fortified against fire by the Ministry of Culture.
Bulgaria: The Day of Saint Demetrius marks a Turning Point in the Season and the Beginning of Winter
On October 26, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church honors the memory of Saint Demetrius and Prep. Dimitra Dorostolska. Bulgarian celebrate St. Demetrius Day or "Dimitrovden" - Димитровден.
Trump’s Greek-American Chief of Staff: With God’s Help we will change the world! (VIDEO)
The Greek-American Chairman of the Republican National Committee and President Donald Trump’s Chief of Staff Reince Priebus was honored by the Greek-American community on Thursday, just one day before the inauguration of Donald Trump.