Concert by P. Karousos at the Cultural Center of the Municipality of Athens

Sunday, January 19, 2025. A concert with works by the internationally renowned composer Panagiotis Karousos for the cutting of the 2025 Vasilopita of the Arcadian Association, the Association of Vizikiots “Saint Nicholas” from Viziki Gortynia - Arcadia, was held with great success at the Cultural Center of the Municipality of Athens of the Organization for Culture, Sports & Youth of the Municipality of Athens - OPANDA. 

The Association of Vizikiots “Saint Nicholas” is celebrating its 80th anniversary and is celebrating with a series of events. It was a concert of music-set poetry dedicated to the return of the Parthenon Sculptures, with emblematic poems by great poets. 

The president, Mr. George Anastopoulos, gave a greeting, and the presentation was made by the Secretary General, Mr. Yiannis Theodorakopoulos. The pie was blessed by the late Protosyngelos of the Metropolis of Gortynos and Megalopolis, His Eminence Archimandrite Fr. Iakovos Kanakis. 

The poems set to music by the composer Panagiotis Karousos, the Parthenon (Kostís Palamas), the Caryatids (Ioannis Polemis), the Daughter of Athens (Lord Byron), Hymn to Christ (from the Oratorio: The Light of Christianity), and the traditional New Year's Carols were presented with great success. The members of the musical ensemble "Rhapsodes" successfully participated: Rhea Voudouri (soprano), Nina Giatra (soprano), Maria Grigoriou (chorus), Glykeria Nikolopoulou (chorus), Niki Zacharopoulou (chorus), Christiana Manou (piano). Artistic direction: Panagiotis Karousos. Event curation: Glykeria N. Nikolopoulou. 

The songs and the artists were enthusiastically applauded by the audience of the packed hall of the Cultural Center of the Municipality of Athens. The artists and the composer were warmly congratulated by the members of the association and the officials who attended the beautiful event. The event was honored with their presence by: Costas Vlassis, Member of Parliament for Arcadia, New Democracy, Odysseas Konstantinopoulos, Member of Parliament for Arcadia, PASOK, George Papailiou, Member of Parliament for Arcadia, SYRIZA, Panagiotis Benos, President of Panarkadiki, Efstathios Koulis, Mayor of Gortynia, Amalia Vrachnou, Deputy Mayor of Kifissia Municipality - President of the Development Organization of Kifissia Municipality, Penny K. Kalyva, Publisher-Director of the newspaper "Gortynia" of N.Arkadia.

Supreme President , Savas C. Tsivicos met with US Ambassador designate to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle

 Supreme President , Savas C. Tsivicos met with US Ambassador designate to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle at the reception in honor of the 60th inauguration of the President of the United States in Washington DC earlier this evening.

The Supreme President briefly met with Ambassador designate and many other individuals who will be serving in the next administration and advanced the AHEPA mission and our good work.

Medici (2016)

 

Medici (2016)

Watch: https://news.citestesitu.com/28844/

Medici (2016) is a historical drama TV series created by Frank Spotnitz and Nicholas Meyer. The series is set during the Italian Renaissance and chronicles the rise of the powerful and influential Medici family, who were pivotal in shaping the political and cultural landscape of 15th-century Florence.

The first season, titled Medici: Masters of Florence, stars Richard Madden as Cosimo de' Medici, who inherits control of the family’s banking empire after the mysterious death of his father, Giovanni de' Medici (played by Dustin Hoffman). As Cosimo navigates the dangerous world of Florentine politics, he must defend the family legacy while facing rivals, intrigue, and threats from both within and outside the city.

Throughout the series, viewers witness the Medici family's role in fostering the Italian Renaissance through their patronage of the arts and their connections to historical figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. The show also explores themes of power, loyalty, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by those in positions of authority.

Medici blends historical events with dramatic storytelling, offering a rich portrayal of one of the most influential families in European history. The series is known for its stunning visuals, strong performances, and detailed depiction of Renaissance Florence.

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«έγινε Λούης» /he became Louis, and How I became Louis in America

 «έγινε Λούης» /he became Louis, and How I became Louis in America-

On this day in January 12, 1873 Spyridon Louis the first modern Olympics Marathon winner was born in Marousi. It was the only Hellenic victory in a track and field event at the 1896 Olympic games. Since then the common Hellenic phrase "έγινε Louis" / he became Louis has come to mean "to disappear by running fast", etc.. The phrase is frequently used by Hellenes when making jokes about thieves, lotharios, lovers, etc. who "disappeared/ ran away quickly".

So how did I and most Hellenic Americans became "Louis" (particularly in the past) in America versus our real name Hlias/Ilias or Elias since Louis is "absolutely not" the equivalent/translation of Ηλίας/Ilias in English ? It relates certainly originally to Hellenes trying to blend into the "melting pot" (like Dimitris becoming James and also not equivalent , etc) and not stand out as a foreigner but also relates to Ηλίας in the Hellenic familiar/provincial was referred to in shorthand as "Λια/ Lia". Around the time of the great pride in Spyridon Louis who became internationally famous, and after, someone came up with the concept that Ηλίας or Λια/ Lia (in the familiar) can be called a Louis and be proud to carry that name. Louis of course is the French form of the Old Frankish given name Chlodowig and one of two English forms, the other being Lewis . The Frankish name composed of the words for "fame" (hlōd) and "warrior" (wīg) which may be translated to famous warrior or "famous in battle". As such that is how έγινα /I became Louis in America.

Ilias I. Katsos

Ancient Greek mosaics dating back to the 2nd century BC discovered in Zevgma (Turkey)

 Ancient Greek mosaics dating back to the 2nd century BC discovered in Zevgma (Turkey), showcase remarkable craftsmanship and provide insight into the cultural richness of the Eastern Roman Empire.

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archeologist under the guidance of Professor Kutalmys Gorkay from Ankara University, three stunning ancient Greek mosaics have been unearthed in Zevgma, near the border between Turkey and Syria. These mosaics, dating back to the 2nd century BC, are a vivid testament to the artistic finesse and cultural viability of the region in ancient times.

Zevgma, founded by Seleuc I Nicator in the 3rd century BC, was strategically located near the Euphrates River, making it a vital hub for trade and cultural exchange. Under Roman rule, it flourished as one of the most significant shopping centers in the Eastern Roman Empire, facilitating the movement of goods, ideas and works of art.

The discovered mosaics depict complex patterns, mythological scenes, and perhaps elements of everyday life, illustrating the fusion of Greek and Roman artistic traditions. These masterpieces provide invaluable information about aesthetic preferences, social customs and economic prosperity of that era.

The archaeological significance of Zevgma has increased in recent decades, especially in light of rescue excavations aimed at preserving its treasures from the waters of the Birejik Dam. Today, these mosaics not only enrich our understanding of the past, but also emphasize the region's enduring historical and cultural heritage.

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HUMANITY'S LAST RESET

 

About 3,200 years ago, the civilizations of the eastern Mediterranean, North Africa and the Near East prospered through cultural exchange, trade and diplomacy. But in the 12th century B.C., these societies mysteriously collapsed, ushering in a “dark age” period with social and cultural stagnation. Among the affected civilizations were the Assyrian Empire, the New Kingdom of Egypt, the Mycenaeans and the Minoans. This 'reset' of human society in general is only the last known.

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It is now a certainty in the scientific community that previously, a comet or comets of considerable size were on a collision course with Earth around 10,794 B.C., about 12,800 years ago. Near the Earth's atmosphere, the comet swarm exploded, causing a huge trail of fragments of different sizes. These hit the earth's soil on at least four continents. The impact had a double effect. In the areas where the large meteorites fell, there was a destructive effect typical of a hydrogen bomb of several megatons. Whatever had been in the vicinity of the various areas affected by this type of impact was blown away, pulverized.

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There was also a second side effect. From the areas where the most devastating impacts had occurred, a cloud of dust arose such that it obscured sunlight for some time, at least in part. Suddenly it became night almost everywhere. The already cold temperature (the Last Ice Age was underway) dropped even further abruptly, even in the few areas spared by the ice. Although the full details are not known, it is assumed that some plant species died, and in turn some species of herbivores that fed on those plants died. Probably some species of carnivores that fed on those herbivores also followed their fate, in an inexorable chain effect.

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The death of the herbivores in turn contributed to a decline in the production of biological methane. Methane is a greenhouse gas that is less present than carbon dioxide, but with a capacity to superheat the atmosphere as much as 21 times greater (some say as much as 80 times). A sharp decrease in biological methane in the atmosphere may have contributed to a further decrease in temperature. A real vicious circle had been created that fueled the cold. These phenomena, then created in large areas of the Earth a small but intense ice age, referred to in our days as the “Younger Dryas.” Because of all these combined effects, the human population decreased dramatically.

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What influence do these cyclical 'resets' of human history have? Are they completely random? Can they happen again?

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The article continues in the book:

HOMO RELOADED - The hidden history of the last 75,000 years.

You can find a copy of the book at this link

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BM9RRKWW

12,794 Years ago