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How the world sees Greece
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Parliament committee challenges plan to ax state bodies
A parliamentary committee on Tuesday challenged a government plan to shut down 21 state organizations as part of troika-imposed cost-cutting measures, indicating that some aspects of the legislation violate the Greek Constitution.
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Contraction in 2013 revised to 3.85 pct
Greece’s economic contraction in 2013 has been revised to 3.85 percent of gross domestic product from a previous estimate for 3.7 percent, according to figures announced on Tuesday by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), while National Bank estima... ...
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DESFA deal will not be completed before August
The completion of the agreement to transfer the majority stake (66 percent) in Greece’s natural gas transmission network operator DESFA to Azeri state company Socar has been put off until at least August 2014 due to the close inspections being performed b... ...
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Top EU official sends warning on excessive VAT evasion
A top European official expressed concern on Tuesday at the level of value-added tax evasion in Greece, which amounts to an estimated 9 billion euros or 4.7 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.
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Zach Galifianakis Interviews Obama
WASHINGTON, DC – “Sorry I had to cancel a few times. My mouse pad broke and I had to get my great aunt some diabetes shoes,” Zach Galifianakis told President Barack Obama. And that’s how an interview between a comedian and a sitting president begins, but the twist came quickly as the Commander in Chief […]
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Here's What You Should Really Be Eating For A Snack
There's a perception that snacking is bad for us. A nibble here and a nosh there can quickly add up in calories and make us gain weight.
"We need to change our mindset," says Kim Larson, RDN, CD, CSSD, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "Snacking has been traditionally viewed as eating junk food or sweets."
The problem is that cookies and chips are not "snacks" — they're treats. Eat too much of them, and you're going to put on pounds.
"Snacks should contain a protein source and at least one other food group such as a complex carbohydrate or fruit," says Marjorie Nolan Cohn, MS, RD, CDN, ACSM-HFS, author of "Belly Fat Fix." A yogurt and an apple, or a cheese stick and whole wheat crackers are good examples, she says.
In terms of calories, a healthy snack ranges from 200 to 300 calories for a man and 150 to 200 calories for a woman, says Cohn.
When we stick to high-quality foods, snacking helps to stabilize our blood sugar so we don't crash during the day and should preventing overeating at lunch or dinner.
"In general, if meals are longer than four hours apart you should plan on having a snack between them," says Cohn.
Feeling hungry but don't know what to munch on? Some healthy snack options are below.
Low-fat plain Greek yogurt and high-fiber cereal.
This combination of protein and fiber slows down digestion, which "fills you up longer, and prevents sugar cravings," says Cohn.
Greek yogurt tends to be thicker and creamier than its non-Greek counterparts, while containing more protein and less sugar than fruit-flavored yogurt.
Fiber-rich cereals include Post Grape-Nuts, Post Shredded Wheat, or Kellogg's All-Bran, which all have at least 6 grams of fiber per serving. The daily recommended amount of fiber is 25 grams for women and 38 for men.
Most granola also contain a healthy dose of fiber, but may contain more sugar and fat than other types of cereals.
Raw nuts and fruit.
Nuts are a great source of healthy unsaturated fats. Here, portion size is important since nuts are rich in calories. "A serving of nuts is one ounce and generally fills up an Altoids container," says Cohn.
An apple with low-fat mozzarella cheese.
An medium-sized apple is it's very own 100-calorie pack — without all the refined sugar and other process ingredients of snacks sold in 100-calorie packs in the store.
"Eating whole fresh fruit satisfies the sweet tooth and cuts the cravings for sugary desserts," says Larson.
Carrots with hummus.
Hummus spread, made from ground-up chickpeas, is high in fiber and protein. A 3-ounce serving of baby carrots (around 10 pieces) is low in calories and good way to help squeeze in the five servings of vegetables the average person should be hitting each day.
Low-fat cottage cheese with berries.
Sprinkle berries on half a cup of low-fat cottage cheese to add natural sweetness to this good source of protein. If the curds in cottage cheese freak you out, try the whipped variety, which has a smoother texture.
SEE ALSO: Here's What You Should Really Be Eating For Breakfast
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Surprise, Surprise: Greek Yogurt Dominates IRI's Pacesetters List
Another notable finisher in that list was Atkins Frozen Meals, at No. 10 with $74 million in sales. Atkins—the original high-protein brand and an originator of the low-carb diet several years ago—finally diversified into meals as well as the ...
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Parmesan, feta, bologna and Greek yogurt could lose their names in US
Parmesan, feta, bologna and Greek yogurt could lose their names in USThe Patriot-NewsA package of Kraft parmesan cheese is seen in Washington, Tuesday, March 11, 2014. Looking for American-made parmesan cheese on the grocery aisle? If the European Union gets its way, you may not be able to find it. Also missing could be domestic ...and more »
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Greek Minister Olga Kefalogianni’s Double Found in Hollywood
A recent picture seemingly showing the Greek Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni standing next to Hollywood actor Antonio Banderas has caused much
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Backers of Greece ASL teacher to submit petition
Backers of Greece ASL teacher to submit petitionRochester Democrat and ChronicleSupporters of a Greece Central School District teacher who resigned last week after accusations surfaced that she was teaching dirty words to her American Sign Language students plan to attend Tuesday night's Board of Education meeting to advocate for ...
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Greek pharmacists call fresh strike on Friday, Monday
Pharmacists, who were on strike Monday and Tuesday, will work on Wednesday and Thursday, before closing again on Friday and Monday, the Panhellenic Pharmacists’ Union said on Tuesday.
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Syrian businessman denies link to Tsochatzopoulos
A Syrian businessman wanted by Greek authorities in connection with an ongoing investigation into cash-for-arms deals has said that he will cooperate with investigators if the arrest warrant issued against him is recalled, Kathimerini understands.
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New 34-month high for bourse index
National Bank led the bourse benchmark to new 34-month highs on a day of favorable fiscal news that saw nearly all blue chips on the Greek stock market posting gains on Tuesday.
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Greek Attorney General Orders Strict Application of Anti-Smoking Law
In particular, the circular refers to the application of the law that bans smoking in all ... and in all means of transport including taxis. In her letter, Mrs. Koutzamani further clarifies that the local authorities are responsible for the ...
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Fitch: Greek credit sector's needs are manageable
KathimeriniFitch: Greek credit sector's needs are manageableKathimerini“The four systemically important Greek banks' capital needs appear manageable, even under the Bank of Greece's adverse scenario,” Fitch said. “Greek banks should therefore be able to address capital shortfalls from the Bank of Greece's stress test ...Piraeus CEO: Greek banks will be Europe's bestCNBC.comFitch: Greek Bank Recap Manageable; Senior Bail-in UnlikelyReutersGreek banks return to international marketsFocus NewsCapital.gr (press release)all 28 news articles »
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Why regulation — on yogurt and more — is blocking Greece's recovery
Reuters Blogs (blog)Why regulation — on yogurt and more — is blocking Greece's recoveryReuters Blogs (blog)The news that Greek-style yogurt maker Chobani is looking to sell a minority stake that would value the company at around $2.5 billion should in theory be a big boost for Greece's beleaguered dairy industry. But instead, the main beneficiary will be ...and more »
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House of Culture: The Stathatos Mansion
Located on the corner of Vasilissis Sophias Avenue and Irodotou Street in downtown Athens, the Stathatos Mansion houses temporary exhibits of the Museum of Cycladic Art. The work of Bavarian architect Ernst Ziller, this beautiful neoclassical building was constructed in 1895 as the residence of Othon and Athina Stathatos before it was purchased by the […]
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Watch now: Greece to select their entry
Tonight, the Greek interim broadcaster DT will air the 2014 Greek national final Eurosong 2014 – a MAD show. The show will air at 20:00 CET. Hosted by Despoina Vandi and Giorgos Kapoutzidis at the Gazi Music Hall, the 4 participants will perform their ...
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“Koku”: A Successful Greek Accessories Company
Greek Reporter“Koku”: A Successful Greek Accessories CompanyGreek Reporterkoku “Koku” is the name of a Greek accessories company that of late has become very successful abroad. The brains behind this operation are Ilena and Maria Kokkou, two sisters from Greece who have managed to combine their talent and knowledge to ...
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Mitsotakis’ Decisions Deemed Unconstitutional
The Greek Minister of Administrative Reform and e-Governance Kyriakos Mitsotakis has received a double legal slap, from both the Council of State
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National Bank of Greece: Stress Tests And More
A close look at Greek banks and the banking system in particular National Bank of Greece (ADR) (NYSE:NBG) Greek banks to submit by mid-April to Bank of Greece (BoG) plans to meet estimated €6.4bn capital needs (vs 8% CET1R 2016 base scenario target).
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Angry at austerity? Imagine you're a walrus
Belleville News DemocratAngry at austerity? Imagine you're a walrusBelleville News DemocratA dock worker with a "Not for sale" sign on his vest takes part in a protest against government plans to further privatize the harbor of Piraeus, Greece's busiest, in Piraeus, on Tuesday, March 11, 2014. Several hundred people took part in the peaceful ...Greek tax inspectors get anger management classesThe Stateall 56 news articles »
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Two men die on northern Greece's roads
A 73-year-old farmer in Florina, northern Greece, was killed on Tuesday after an oncoming train plowed into his tractor as he was driving across an unguarded crossing.
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Roma couple in pretrial custody on abduction charges
A Roma man and woman, aged 59 and 58, were remanded in pretrial custody on Tuesday by a prosecutor in Katerini, northern Greece, on charges of child abduction and document fraud, after DNA tests failed to show a match between then and a 10-month-old baby ... ...
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New group claims bomb attack on office of Greek PM's aide
A new urban guerrilla group calling itself Revolutionary Anti-Fascist Action has claimed responsibility for a March 2 arson attack on the office of Failos Kranidiotis, a lawyer who is also a close aide to Prime Minister Antonis Samaras.
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Greek Recession Deeper than Expected in 2013
Despite the assurances of the Greek government that the country will recover by 2014, gross domestic product data released on Tuesday, show that the recession is getting deeper. According to the Greek statistics service ELSTAT, Greece’s GDP ...
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AHI: Recognition of IOCC is Long Overdue
NEW YORK – The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) is holding its 39th anniversary gala in Washington, DC on March 8, and is showcasing, among others, International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) for its ongoing philanthropic activities worldwide, particularly on behalf of people struggling with economic hardship in Greece. AHI President & Executive Director Nick Larigakis told […]
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The 300 Abs Problem: Boys Feeling Body Image Pressure Too
We can thank onscreen chiseled bodies for a recent uptick in weight disorders among men and boys
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the innovator of Greek comedy
That’s what makes me proud to be Greek! PK) Vasili, I must tell you it does my heart good to hear you say that and I couldn’t agree with you more! Was your father in the restaurant business? Basile) Paul, we’re Greek… It’s the law! LOL I remember ...
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Greek Political Scene Scattered in Pieces
The political scene of crisis-ridden Greece seems to be scattered in pieces, as no less than fifteen new political parties and as many political movements have been founded, seeking their own place in the Greek political spotlight. Former ...
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How Trichet threatened to cut Greece off
KathimeriniHow Trichet threatened to cut Greece offKathimeriniThe European Central Bank's vehement opposition to any restructuring of Greek debt, even a haircut, can now be revealed by Sunday's Kathimerini via a letter sent on April 7, 2011 by then ECB President Jean-Claude Trichet to Greece's prime minister at ...
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Want a piece of Chobani? A minority share in Greek yogurt company may be for ...
KMVTWant a piece of Chobani? A minority share in Greek yogurt company may be for ...The Post-StandardCentral New York-based Chobani, the leading Greek yogurt brand in the United States, is reportedly looking to sell a minority stake in the company, according to a report today by the Reuters news agency. Chobani is looking to sell about a 20 percent ...Greek Yogurt Maker Chobani Looks To Sell Stake At .5 Billion ValuationBusinessinsider IndiaChobani To Offer Organic Greek YogurtKMVTExclusive - Chobani seeks to sell stake at .5 billion valuation - sourcesReuters UKNBCNews.comall 30 news articles »
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Greek-Australian Lawyers Establish Association
Greek-Australian lawyers have established their own professional association entitled the Hellenic Australian Lawyers Association. According to official data, more than 700 Greek-Australian lawyers have already joined the association, the ...
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Greece 'On Course for Growth'
Greece 'On Course for Growth'Wall Street JournalFresh data from Greece's statistics service, Elstat, for the October-December period showed that gross domestic product contracted by an annual rate of 2.3% in the last quarter of 2013, less than a previous flash estimate of a 2.6% contraction. It was ...
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The Book That Inspires Tourists to Travel to Greece
The protagonist attempts this journey in a rather original way. She combines her personal experiences with the beauties of Greece and with Greek food. The book was released by the publishing house of the Australian broadcasting service ABC Books.
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Greek recession slightly deeper than expected
Greece's economy has shrunk by almost 24 percent over the past six years in the deepest and most protracted peacetime recession in its history, according to revised gross domestic product data released on Tuesday. Greek GDP shrank 3.9 percent in 2013, from an estimate of 3.7 percent in February, statistics service ELSTAT said. Exacerbated by the austerity policies imposed by international ...
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Deputy minister accuses troika of 'serving particular interests' in private sector
Deputy Transport Minister Michalis Papadopoulos accused the troika on Tuesday of adapting its demands of the Greek government to suit the needs of private groups with which it comes into contact.
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Greek Painter’s Villa to Be Sold at an Auction
Several Greek and French businessmen are interested in buying the luxurious villa of renowned Greek painter Yiannis Moralis. The villa is located on the island of Aegina, Greece and was designed by the renowned Greek architect Aris Konstantinidis.
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PASOK Spins Out Of Control
Greece's once-dominant PASOK Socialists are in disarray, locked in a feud between leader Evangelos Venizelos and former premier George Papandreou.
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Greek Pensioners Wait Years For Benefits
Greek pensioners face up to a four year wait for benefits when they retire, including slashed lump sums they earned, and can't work in the meantime.
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Anti-corruption chief to head Greek Cyprus central bank
Greek Cyprus's auditor general was appointed on Tuesday to head the island's central bank, replacing an academic who quit amid acrimony with the government over a chaotic international bailout last year. Chrystalla Georghadji, whose hard-hitting annual ...
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Germany Dismisses Greece’s War Reparation Claims
Greece’s war reparation claims have once again been rejected by the German government. Berlin underlined that Germany’s view on the matter has remained unchanged. Government spokesman Steffen Seibert stated that Germany’s opinion on Greece ...
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Update on Greeks of former USSR
Yesterday at the Special Permanent Committee on Greeks Abroad of the Greek Parliament, Ivan Savvides and Alexandra Protsenko expressed their concern regarding
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Athens Startup Weekend 2014
Startup Weekend was held for the sixth year in Athens, Greece, this time on the premises of The Athens Cube, with the
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Spanish Bonds Fall With Greece's as Officials Debate Bank Law
Spanish Bonds Fall With Greece's as Officials Debate Bank LawBloombergSpanish government bonds fell, pushing the 10-year yield up from near an eight-year low, as European Union finance ministers struggled to break a deadlock on a euro-area bank-failure law. Italy's 10-year bonds snapped a two-day advance as a report ...and more »
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Syrian government says it only released 25 prisoners in exchange for rebel-held nuns, not 150
DAMASCUS, Syria - The Syrian government freed only 25 prisoners — and not the 150 reported by foreign mediators — in exchange for 13 Greek Orthodox nuns who had been held by al-Qaida-linked rebels, the country's information minister said Tuesday.
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Greek tax inspectors get anger management classes
Greek tax inspectors are being offered anger management classes after the government said they would have to continue enforcing a deeply unpopular emergency tax. The government last year extended the tax ...
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Syria says it set free 25 prisoners for release of 13 Greek Orthodox nuns
The Syrian government says it freed only 25 prisoners in exchange for 13 Greek Orthodox nuns who had been held by al-Qaida-linked rebels ― and not 150 as was reported earlier.
Qatari and Lebanese officials, who were mediating between Damascus and the rebe... ...
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Eurozone Presses Greece For Deal
Eurozone finance chiefs pressed Greek Finance Minister Yannis Stournaras to make a deal with international lenders by March 14.
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Chobani Yogurt To Sell 20% Stake
N.Y. Greek-style yogurt maker Chobani reportedly wants to sell a minority stake in a deal that could value the company at around $2.5 billion.
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