Fraternity whistleblower alerts Ole Miss about the dangers of Greek life promises from Penn State.
Recent Fraternity-Related Tragedies Prompt Reflection on Hazing Culture Andrew Lohse, a survivor of fraternity hazing and author of “Confessions of an Ivy League Frat Boy,” discussed the troubling aspects of fraternity life, likening it to a criminal organization. His reflections come in the wake of tragic incidents involving two Ole Miss students, one of whom […]
Two wildfires take two lives and lead to mass evacuations on a Greek island while Belgium fights a large fire.
Wildfires Rage Across Europe, Casualties Reported Catastrophic wildfires are wreaking havoc in Europe, with two fatalities reported on a Greek island. Meanwhile, firefighters in eastern Belgium are contending with fierce fires in a local nature reserve. Since the summer began, Europe has been under intense heat and dryness, prompting the evacuation of thousands as the […]
Greek ferry making tourists feel seasick due to fast speeds
Travelers using high-speed ferries to navigate between the Greek islands have reported significant seasickness. This summer, many have taken to social media to share their experiences of rough waters and crews distributing sick bags to affected passengers. These ferries have been affectionately—or perhaps not so affectionately—nicknamed the “Vomit Comet.” As noted by a travel expert, […]
I am once more asking the people in USC’s athletic department to explore some Greek literature.
Once again, I urge the University of Southern California’s athletic department to open their financial records. Or, maybe just consult Google? You could even ask an English professor on campus for clarity—anything would help. For the second time in under two years, the USC Trojans are attempting to build excitement around their football program using […]
Criticism Grows After Lupita Nyong’o Labels Greek Poet Homer as Sexist
Backlash Against Christopher Nolan’s Upcoming Film Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film, odyssey, is stirring considerable controversy following comments made by Lupita Nyong’o, the actress playing Helen of Troy, during a recent press event. Nyong’o criticized the ancient Greek poet Homer, labeling him as ‘sexist’ for the lack of prominent female characters in his work. Nolan initially […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo has risen to become the Greek God of unlikability.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Trade to Miami: A Complex Transformation Giannis Antetokounmpo’s recent trade to the Miami Heat concluded a lengthy, tedious saga that spanned almost a year. During this time, he transitioned from being one of the NBA’s most admired stars to, well, a divisive figure—now seen as a supervillain of sorts. This shift isn’t so […]
Review of ‘The Greek Aisle’: Should You Watch It or Pass?
Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” Weekly Movie Series Begins The latest installment features Nicky DeLoach and Apostolis Totsikas, whisking viewers away to a Mediterranean escape. The plot revolves around Georgia, who travels to the Greek island of Corfu to settle her late aunt’s will regarding an arranged marriage. Is this faux relationship as fleeting as it […]
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis Supports Trump in Finalizing Agreement with Iran
Greek Prime Minister Supports U.S.-Iran Deal In a recent interview, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed support for a deal between U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran aimed at ending hostilities in the Middle East. He emphasized that this agreement could help restore regional stability, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and revitalize global energy markets […]
Chet Hanks unable to leave Colombia after using Greek passport for travel
Chet Hanks Stranded in Colombia Chet Hanks, the 35-year-old son of Tom Hanks, recently shared in an Instagram video that he’s found himself stuck in Colombia. It seems he traveled to Medellin without his American passport, which has left him in quite a predicament. He initially went to Puerto Rico to celebrate a friend’s birthday […]
Ancient Greek Coin Now Acts as the Emblem of Afghanistan’s Central Bank
Ancient Greek Coin Becomes Symbol for Afghanistan’s Central Bank When you think about Alexander the Great, it’s easy to picture his conquests stretching from present-day Afghanistan to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. His military commanders even founded the Greek kingdom of Bactria, which lasted around 150 years. Fast forward to today, and while many cities he established […]