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Tuesday, December 5, 2017

HT: Juve ahead in GREECE

Juan Cuadrado has given Juventus the half-time lead away to Olympiacos, but Wojciech Szczesny needed a great save to keep it intact. Elsewhere ...


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GREEK 10-Year Bond Yield Falls Below 5 pct for First Time…

The 10-year GREEK bond yielded 4.84 pct, while the German bond yielded 0.32 pct with the yield spread between GREEK and German bonds falling to ...


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Funds take positions ahead of gov't change in GREECE

Brevan Howard Asset Management LLP, one of Europe's biggest hedge funds, revealed to Bloomberg on Tuesday that it has set up two investment funds whose exclusive targets are assets in GREECE such as real estate, enterprises and securities, and is aiming to collect 500 million euros from private ...


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BoG Governor Stournaras Warns: High Taxation a Danger for Greek Economy

High tax rates are a danger to economic activity in the country, Yannis Stournaras, the Bank of Greece’s governor said on Tuesday. In a speech at the Greek Shipowners’ Union, the central banker said that, despite positive estimates over the country’s ...


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Israel expects gas to flow from east Mediterranean to Europe

Italian ambassador in Cyprus Andrea Cvallari, right, Israel's Energy minister Yuval Steinitz, second right, GREECE'S Energy minister Giorgos Stathakis, second left, and Cyprus' energy minister Yiorgos Lakkotrypis, left, shake hands after their talks in Nicosia, Cyprus, December 5, 2017. (AP Photo/Petros ...


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Dr. P. Roy Vagelos Talks to TNH about Columbia University Donation

NEW YORK – Greek-American Dr. P. Roy Vagelos, 88, and his wife, Diana, are donating $250 million to the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, […] The post Dr. P. Roy Vagelos Talks to TNH about Columbia University Donation appeared first on The National Herald.


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ND Calls on Foreign Minister to Disclose His Involvement in Saudi Arms Deal

ATHENS – New Democracy shadow foreign minister Georgios Koumoutsakos called on Foreign Mnister Nikos Kotzias to disclose in parliament his ministry’s involvement in the unfinished Greek […] The post ND Calls on Foreign Minister to Disclose His Involvement in Saudi Arms Deal appeared first on The National Herald.


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President speaks with Greek counterpart over Erdogan visit

Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos and President Nicos Anastasiades on Tuesday discussed issues concerning the Cyprus problem ahead of their Turkish counterpart’s visit to Greece this week during a telephone conversation. According to state broadcaster ...


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IOM has Provided Health Services to 1,200 Refugees in Greece in Two Months

IOM, the UN Migration Agency, and partner Médecins du Monde (MdM) announced today that together they have rapidly provided primary health care services to over 1,200 migrants and refugees on the Greek mainland. The services were provided via mobile ...


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Labor protest in Greece turns violent

         


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The 54 most baffling, unique, and head-scratching names celebrities gave their kids

[blue ivy beyonce]Mario Anzuoni/Reuters When it comes to naming their kids, celebrities often don't follow the same rules as everyone else. While non-famous people tend to name their kids normal things like "Jacob" and "Emily," actors, musicians, and other artists think it's part of their life's mission to be creative and push boundaries. Stuart Fischoff, a psychologist who's worked with clients in Hollywood, told The New York Times, giving your child a normal name would be a betrayal of that goal. "They're expressing their creativity, and they're also expressing their fear," Fischoff told the Times. "It would be very embarrassing for people to think of them as normal." Here are 54 celebrity children with the most unusual names, ranked in order of unusualness. 54. ZEPHYR EMERSON PARKER AP CELEBRITY PARENTS: Entrepreneur Sean and singer-songwriter Alexandra Parker EXPLANATION GIVEN: "Zephyr" is the Greek term for "Western wind," or "light wind," which plays a pivotal role in the ancient Greek epic "The Odyssey." They could have also been trying to honor academic and political activist Zephyr Teachout. It's not really clear. 52 AND 53. SCOUT AND RUMER WILLIS Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for The Art of Elysium CELEBRITY PARENTS: Bruce Willis and Demi Moore EXPLANATION GIVEN: The children's names are both literary. Rumer is named after the English novelist Rumer Godden, most famous for "Black Narcissus." Scout was named after the main character of "To Kill a Mockingbird." 51. ROCKET ZOT WORTHINGTON Jason Kempin/Getty Images CELEBRITY PARENTS: "Avatar" actor Sam Worthington and model Laura Bingle EXPLANATION GIVEN: Worthington's father, Ronald, was nicknamed "Zot," according to Page Six. No word on "Rocket." SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER


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New Porsche Cayenne Turbo Tears Up The Roads Of Greece

The latest-generation Porsche Cayenne looks a hell of a lot better than its predecessor. But do its driving characteristics match the sleek looks? Carlos Lago from Edmunds recently headed to Greece to jump behind the new Cayenne in Turbo trim and as you ...


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Planned auctions of foreclosed property in Greece delayed

Public notaries in Greece's capital of Athens have called off auctions of foreclosed properties, citing disruptions from security measures for a visit by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The association of Athens notaries said Tuesday that traffic ...


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Gerasimos “Gerry” Giannatos of Wilmington, DE, passed away on December 4, 2017.

GERASIMOS “GERRY” GIANNATOS  Gerasimos “Gerry” Giannatos passed away on December 4, 2017. Gerry was the son of Panagi and Lambeto Giannatos of Cephalonia, Greece. He was well known in Wilmington as owner and manager of Spiros Prime Meats, 707 King Street where he spent 50 years catering to the public of Wilmington. He later closed […] The post Gerasimos “Gerry” Giannatos of Wilmington, DE, passed away on December 4, 2017. appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Israel sign MOU on building undersea gas pipeline

NICOSIA, Dec. 5 (Xinhua) -- Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Israel signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Tuesday, committing themselves to construct EastMed, an undersea natural gas pipeline from the Eastern Mediterranean to Europe. The signing of the ...


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Local organizations oppose Erdogan’s visit in Thrace, hang posters in Komotini

Several posters opposing the upcoming visit of  Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan were seen on walls, trees and power columns in Komotini in Thrace, home of the Muslim minority in Greece. The posters were reading “Unwanted – No to Erdogan visit in Thrace” and below was the coordination body of 22 local organizations and clubs … The post Local organizations oppose Erdogan’s visit in Thrace, hang posters in Komotini appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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After Germany, also Belgium suspends Schengen for flights from Greece

More and more countries seem to increase security measures for flight passengers arriving from Greece. Following Germany and Italy, strict controls are also imposed by Belgium. There are several reports that security controls have increased at the airport in Brussels and passengers arriving from Greece have to stand in long queues and undergo strict security … The post After Germany, also Belgium suspends Schengen for flights from Greece appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Union Members Storm GREEK Labor Ministry After Changes Proposed to Strike Law

Members of a GREEK trade union stormed the labor ministry building in Athens on December 5, a day after parliamentarians proposed changes that would make it more difficult for unions to strike. In this footage, a crowd breaks through the metal barrier of the building to enter the main hallway. The protest ...


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Feel Greece: Products that claim to be worldwide ambassadors of Greece!

“Send-A-Scent” is a postcard containing Greek herbs & aromatic plants, giving the opportunity to “capture” the scents & aromas of Greece


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GREECE Crisis: Protesters Beat Up Policemen in Athens

GREECE Crisis: Protesters Beat Up Policemen in Athens. World | AFP | December 5, 2017, 8:08 pm. X. 1/ 16. Members of the Greek Communist labour union try to enter the Greek labour ministry during a demonstration against the government's decision to amend the law on strikes, in Athens on December ...


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Air France Launches 6 Seasonal Services Between the French Regions and GREECE, Israel and ...

This summer, Air France is launching 6 seasonal services between the French regions and GREECE, Israel and Lebanon: Marseille – Athens, Marseille – Beirut, Nice – Athens, Nice – Beirut, Nice – Tel Aviv and Toulouse – Athens. Flights will be operated by Airbus A320 with a capacity of 170 seats and by ...


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GREEK social fraternities at the precipice?

A major article in U.S. News & World Report chronicles how the never-ending series of hazing incidents, sexual assaults, etc., has university administrators shining a laser on GREEK houses as never before. But will this intensive scrutiny ultimately change anything... even as many of us regard the GREEK ...


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Flag at St. Mark Church in GREECE honors children lost to abortion

Through erecting a special flag, St. Mark Parish now offers a lasting and visible reminder of its stand against abortion to all who pass by its church. The flag, memorializing unborn children who have been lost to abortion, was dedicated Nov. 26 at the church, located at 54 Kuhn Road in GREECE.


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GREECE, Cyprus, Italy, Israel sign MoU for East Med gas pipeline

On December 5, GREECE, Cyprus, Italy and Israel signed a memorandum of understanding for constructing an underwater gas pipeline from the Eastern Mediterranean region to GREECE and Italy, which will allow the transportation of newly discovered Cypriot and Israeli gas reserves to mainland Europe.


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Altea, the Ultimate in Furniture Signed by Greeks!

Vassilis Moundakis came to Canada from GREECE because of his wife, who was born in Montreal, bringing with him the renowned family business from Athens. And, with his signature brand, “Altea,” has created a furniture store in Westmount where he joins modern comforts and styles to classic ...


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Moscovici mulls Greek request for lower VAT on Aegean islands

The prospect of abolishing on 1 January, 2018, the lower VAT tax that is in effect on the Aegean islands is still on the table, according EU sources, who spoke to To Vima on condition of anonymity. However, the Greek request to maintain the current tax ...


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Clashes Near Greek PM’s Office over Bailout Labor Reforms (Pics)

ATHENS (AP) — Demonstrators broke their way into Greece’s Labor Ministry and clashed with riot police outside the prime minister’s office Tuesday, in protest against […] The post Clashes Near Greek PM’s Office over Bailout Labor Reforms (Pics) appeared first on The National Herald.


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GREEK banks beat NPE reduction target in Q3

GREEK banks made further progress in reducing their exposure to doubtful and nonperforming loans during the third quarter, central bank data showed on Tuesday. At the end of September, so-called nonperforming exposures (NPEs) – the biggest challenge facing the sector – had fallen by 2.6 percent to ...


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Mitsotakis outlines vision for economy at American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce Conference

He outlined in four steps his party’s policy to make Greece competitive and more attractive to investments


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Greek Debt Lifted By ECB Backstop, Improving Profile: Ballard

Bloomberg Markets AM with Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz. GUEST: Simon Ballard, Global Credit strategist for Bloomberg in London, on improving conditions for Greek debt, and UK credit markets showing strain as Brexit negotiations stall. Running time 05:55


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22 Ultimate Things to Do in Greece

In Greece, sea and mountain meet to dramatic effect, and everything is bathed in the bright, relentless light of the Mediterranean sun. Life here can be what you make it, either an endless party or a quiet affair. The smells of thyme and lavender, the ...


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European Commission’s Costello urges Greece to cut Gordian knot of bad loans

The European Commission’s representative in supervising Greece’s fiscal adjustment programme, Declan Costello, today called upon the government to proceed decisively in resolving non-performing loans, which are now considered a key threat to the ...


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Greek island mayors protest overcrowding in refugee camps

Athens (AFP) - Mayors and residents of Greece's Aegean islands, which are sheltering more than 15,000 refugees and migrants, on Tuesday called for the government to relocate people from overcrowded camps into centres on the mainland. "The islands, and ...


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We have reasons to be optimistic for Greece, Costello says

… programme. It is important that Greek authorities implemented prior actions ahead … support to be offered to Greece after the end of the …


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Government of Republic of Cyprus : Joint Statement of the Ministers of Energy of Cyprus, Greece and Israel and the Ambassador of Italy

… Ministers of Energy of Cyprus, Greece and Israel and the Ambassador … from Israel and Cyprus to Greece, Italy and other European markets … Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Cyprus, Greece, Israel and Italy with the …


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I Went To The Moda Center, Got Drunk, And Fell In Love With The Greek Freak

During the winter months, Portland is home to the most depressing weather in the United States. The sun doesn’t rise until you’re driving into work, and it sets before you get home. When the sun is briefly available, it’s almost always covered by a ...


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Greek union members clash with riot police as VIOLENCE ERUPTS at labour reform march

MEMBERS of the Greek Communist labour union have clashed with riot police during a protest over the right to strike and workplace reform. A new agreement between the SYRIZA-led government and bail-out creditors includes a clause making it more difficult ...


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Greek 10-year bond yield falls below 5% for first time since 2009

Give us your feedback Thank you for your feedback. Investor sentiment on Greece has continued to improve after the country struck an agreement with its international creditors on reforms needed to disperse the next round of bailout funding. Greece’s few ...


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Greek Businessman Sentenced in Costa Rica for Organ Trafficking

SAN JOSE – A doctor and a pizzeria owner were sentenced by a Costa Rican court Monday for recruiting poor people to sell their kidneys […] The post Greek Businessman Sentenced in Costa Rica for Organ Trafficking appeared first on The National Herald.


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Trump Could Be Called to Testify in Greek-American Accuser Case

NEW YORK – A few weeks before his election, Donald Trump went against a list of women who had accused him of sexual misbehavior. One of […] The post Trump Could Be Called to Testify in Greek-American Accuser Case appeared first on The National Herald.


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US Ambassador: Entrepreneurial Sector “One of Greece’s Great Untold Success Stories”

Greece has taken substantial steps toward reforming its economy and returning the country to sustainable growth, US Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey Pyatt said on Monday, […] The post US Ambassador: Entrepreneurial Sector “One of Greece’s Great Untold Success Stories” appeared first on The National Herald.


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Cyprus, Greece, Israel and Italy Sign Agreement to Flow Gas to Europe

NICOSIA (AP) — A potential undersea pipeline carrying natural gas from deposits in the eastern Mediterranean to Europe is “very realistic” and could help secure […] The post Cyprus, Greece, Israel and Italy Sign Agreement to Flow Gas to Europe appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greece financial collapse coming to an end – but are they switching one debt for another?

'Time to grow up' Treasury plans to regulate Bitcoin welcomed City of London still Europe's best-performing says top US think tank After years spent crushed under the burden of its own national debt, the Greek government believes that the embattled euro ...


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Brevan Howard Plans GREEK Money Pools Run by Founder Natsis

Brevan Howard Asset Management is readying two funds to bet on a recovery in GREEK assets as it branches out to stem an investor exodus. The new funds will focus on the nation's property market and publicly traded stocks and be managed by Brevan Howard founding partner Trifon Natsis, the ...


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C's defeat Greek Freak and Bucks

BOSTON -- Kyrie Irving had 19 of his 32 points in the second half, helping offset a 40-point night by Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Boston Celtics held off the Milwaukee Bucks, 111-100, on Monday night. Boston 111, Milwaukee 100 Al Horford added 20 points ...


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Greece has made a significant step towards returning to normality, European sources say

The rapid completion of a third review of the Greek bailout programme and a Staff Level Agreement reached between the country and the institutions was a significant step towards a return to normality, European sources close to the negotiations said on Tuesday.


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GREECE Accommodation Update

By the end of November, UNHCR had created 18,927 places in the accommodation scheme as part of the ESTIA programme. These were in 3,092 separate facilities, in 21 cities across GREECE. The Accommodation Scheme provides rented housing to vulnerable asylum-seekers and refugees in GREECE.


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Commission mission chief in GREECE discourages talk of 'clean exit'

“Now we want to see action,” Costello told the Greek Economy 2017 conference at the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce in Athens on Monday, adding that given how GREECE has kept up with deadlines it is realistic to believe that the bailout may be wrapped up within 2018, if political consensus ...


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After Poland, Lithuania, GREECE to become the 3rd EU country to import American LNG

ATHENS – US Ambassador to GREECE Geoffrey Pyatt said on December 4 that GREECE would be the third European country to begin importing American liquefied natural gas (LNG), after Poland and Lithuania. Speaking at the Greek Economy conference organised by the American-Hellenic Chamber of ...


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Greece arrests nine over links to DHKP-C

A Greek court on Dec. 4 ordered the arrest of nine Turkish citizens pending trial for terrorism-related offences, including links to an outlawed militant group behind a series of suicide bombings in Turkey. Greek police arrested the eight men and one woman ...


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