A forecast for a marginal increase in the number of cruise ship passengers visiting GREECE in 2018 is reportedly alluded to from an initial review of current figures - pre-bookings, bookings etc. - according to the president of GREECE'S cruise ship owners, Theodoros Kontes. The forecast, nevertheless ...
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Wednesday, January 10, 2018
GREECE is in a mess over the issue of eight Turkish soldiers
This is what Kotzias had to say: “I think that if the competent authorities in northern GREECE over which the helicopter flew had known who was in the helicopter and what would happen, they wouldn't have let it in. But I imagine they were taken by surprise by the fact that a helicopter landed on Greek ...
German press: GREECE to remain under surveillance until 2059
The author of the report points out that the road is still long: "GREECE is still far from the target. The rating agencies continue to classify Greek bonds in the "junk" category. Depending on the agency, ratings range from five to seven rungs below the investment grade. The country must therefore regain ...
GREEK authorities intercept ship stacked with arms for Libya
GREEK coast guard officers have impounded a cargo vessel that had been en route to Libya with tons of arms and explosives after intercepting it off the Cretan port of Iraklio, officials said on Wednesday. The Tanzania-flagged Andromeda had been heading from Turkey to Libya when it was stopped on ...
GREEK authorities intercept ship stacked with arms for Libya
GREEK coast guard officers have impounded a cargo vessel that had been en route to Libya with tons of arms and explosives after intercepting it off the Cretan port of Iraklio, officials said on Wednesday. The Tanzania-flagged Andromeda had been heading from Turkey to Libya when it was stopped on ...
Greek Coastguard Seizes Ship with Explosives Heading for Libya
Authorities have seized a Tanzanian-flagged ship heading for Libya and carrying materials used to make explosives, according to the Greek coastguard. The vessel “Andromeda” was detected sailing near Aghios Nikolaos, on the island of Crete on Saturday.
Greek Holy Synod Against Use of “Macedonia” in FYROM Name
Although the Greek church insists on the absence of the term “Macedonia” in a future FYROM name, the Holy Synod said, according to Greek media reports, Archbishop Ieronymos does not support the upcoming rally over the name issue. “We are following ...
Border data: Thousands visit GREECE from Turkey and Bulgaria during holiday season
Nearly 80,000 people visited GREECE during the holiday season, according to data from three border stations provided by the East Macedonia and Thrace region police on Tuesday, ANA reports. Of all arrivals, Turkish nationals reached 21,071 and Bulgarian nationals 9,383. Costas Hatzimichail ...
Hellenic Cadaster to absorb land register offices across GREECE
The Environment Ministry included a clause in the multi-bill tabled in Parliament on Tuesday for the creation of a new public entity named “Hellenic Cadaster” (instead of the original proposal, “National Cadaster Corporation”) at a time when building activity in GREECE mostly comprises fencing around ...
Greek and Italian leaders discuss migration ahead of Southern Europe summit
Greece and Italy have long been engaged in a tug of war with parts of Central Europe, the so-called "Visegrád group" who are opposed to the sharing of refugees among all European partners.
Greece seizes ship for allegedly taking explosives to Libya
ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Greek authorities say they have impounded … stopped off the southern Greek island of Crete over the weekend following …
Sharia law: After almost a century Greece welcomes its limited power
Greeces north bordering with Turkey is home to some 100000 Muslims Muslim minority who will from now on and thanks to the new legislation voted and passed because of the s
Tsipras-Gentiloni: The meeting & bilateral ties that gain momentum
Significant momentum has been gained in bilateral relations of Greece and Italy especially so after the Corfu HighLevel Cooperation Council In particular in talks on maritime
Albanian foreign minister: We will raise the issue of Tsamouria in meeting with Greek minister
Albanian top diplomat will meet with his Greek counterpart in over a week
GREECE may turn coastal management program back to DEC
The Town of GREECE may drop its administration of a state Department of Environmental Conservation program that regulates building activity in coastal erosion hazard areas near Lake Ontario. The Town Board is holding a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. tonight to consider the move. "The Town Engineer ...
Happy Birthday Hrithik Roshan: 5 highlights of the former GREEK God's career
Happy Birthday Hrithik Roshan: 5 highlights of the former GREEK God's career. DECCAN CHRONICLE. | SHAHEEN IRANI. Published Jan 10, 2018, 9:11 pm IST. Updated Jan 10, 2018, 9:11 pm IST ...
GREECE Among Top 10 Nations for High Fuel Prices
GREECE is sixth in a list of countries with the most expensive auto fuel, with an average gasoline price of 1.56 euros per liter, according to fresh data from GlobalPetrolPrices.com. Last week, fuel was sold at an average price of 1.56 euros per liter in GREECE and Italy. Hong Kong was top of the list with at ...
GREEK life report cards: How many alcohol, hazing violations did each Penn State chapter commit?
9, Penn State released the Fall 2017 GREEK Chapter Scorecard — a "report card" or sorts that analyzes the different GREEK councils and publicizes information ... Implementation of this card was announced on Oct. 13, part of the "aggressive measures" to promote student safety in GREEK organizations, ...
Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Says Jews Are the Only Threat to Christians in the Holy Land
This piece in The Guardian by Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III is almost too absurd to believe: Christians have lived a history in the Holy Land that spans more than two millennia. We have survived countless invasions, and have ...
An Interview with Greek Musician Dimitra Galani
Having left Greece at the age of 18 to study in Israel, I had packed a suitcase of clothes, a few cds, a couple of books. After a few good years in Israel, and even though I am happy to be here, when I listen to Greek music I love on the radio on Fridays ...
Greece Accommodation Update
… facilities, in 21 cities across Greece. The Accommodation Scheme1 provides rented … vulnerable asylum-seekers and refugees in Greece. Urban accommodation helps restore a …
Who's behind the attacks on migrants in GREECE?
A recent rise in anti-migrant attacks is shining the spotlight on racism in GREECE and calling on the country to examine the growing popularity of a ... The group has grown in popularity over the years thanks to their anti-establishment rhetoric and their use of the national resentment over GREECE'S financial ...
GREECE at lowest risk level, says US State Department
The US State Department on Wednesday launched a new Travel Advisory Program which ranks GREECE at the lowest advisory level for safety and security risk. “GREECE at the best level of the State Department's new Travel Advisory Program,” US Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt remarked on Twitter.
The Trump administration is removing Florida from its offshore drilling plan because the state is 'obviously unique' - and other coastal states are furious
[Palm Beach Florida]pisaphotography/Shutterstock * LAST WEEK, THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCED A PLAN TO POTENTIALLY OPEN 98% OF US WATERS TO OFFSHORE DRILLING. * FLORIDA GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT QUICKLY VOICED HIS OPPOSITION, AS DID MANY OTHER COASTAL GOVERNORS. * INTERIOR SECRETARY RYAN ZINKE NOW SAYS FLORIDA'S GULF AND ATLANTIC COASTS WILL BE OFF-LIMITS TO DRILLING BECAUSE THE STATE IS "OBVIOUSLY UNIQUE." ------------------------- Last Thursday, the Trump Administration released a plan that would allow the US government to lease out nearly all federal waters to oil companies for offshore drilling. But Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has reversed course on part of that plan, saying the Florida coast is now "off the table" because the state is "obviously unique." "The president made it very clear that local voices count," Zinke said, according to the Associated Press, adding, "we are not drilling off the coast of Florida, which clearly the governor has expressed that’s important." The original plan, announced by the Department of the Interior last week, would allow oil companies to bid for drilling rights in nearly all US waters over the next five years, save for a few marine sanctuaries and congressionally banned spots. The plan includes Atlantic and Pacific waters that hadn't been up for grabs since the 1980s. This map shows what the original proposal, announced last week, included: [Offshore drilling map jan 2018]Skye Gould/Business Insider Florida Gov. Rick Scott was a vocal opponent of the plan, and promised to set up a meeting with the administration as soon as possible to discuss his disapproval. Protecting the state's natural resources, he said, is more important than opening up its waters for oil extraction. Florida's economy has been threatened by drilling mishaps before: In 2010, when the Deepwater Horizon spill sent oil gushing into the waters near Louisiana and Mississippi, Florida lost millions of tourism dollars, Reuters reported. The Florida Ocean Alliance estimates that coastal counties in the state drive 79% of its economy, with tourism and recreation accounting for the vast majority. The Natural Resources Defense Council estimates that fishing, tourism and related industries in the state employ over 383,300 Floridians. But Florida isn't the only state where the economy is inextricably linked to the ocean, of course. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimated that in 2014, the so-called ocean economy contributed more than $352 billion to US GDP and supported 3.1 million jobs. Officials from other coastal states are furious about the decision to spare Florida from drilling, since their strong opposition to the plan seems to be getting ignored so far. California's State Attorney General was quick to raise his voice on Twitter Tuesday night: [CA AG Xavier Becerra drilling tweet]Twitter/@AGBecerra The California Coastal Commission said that "producing oil and gas in these areas could have significant, longterm, and far-reaching effects on marine and coastal wildlife, commercial fishing, wetlands, ocean and beach users, and coastal tourism." Many other states argue their coastline and waters are "unique" as well. Governors, tribal leaders, members of Congress, public officials, and members of the general public have submitted public comments voicing their concern about the plan to the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. Leaders of states up and down both coasts, including Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, Virginia and New York are all against the idea. But unlike Florida, none of those states voted for Trump in 2016. NOW WATCH: These Greek beaches are covered in black sludge after more than 2,500 tons of oil spilled from a tanker
ND Leader Mitsotakis Tours Northern Greece
THESSALONIKI – Main opposition New Democracy (ND) leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who had scheduled a two-day tour of the prefectures of Pieria and Pella on Wednesday […] The post ND Leader Mitsotakis Tours Northern Greece appeared first on The National Herald.
Tsipras in Rome for 4th Mediterranean EU Countries’ Summit
ROME – The 4th Summit of Southern European Union Countries attended by the leaders of Cyprus, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal and Spain will take place […] The post Tsipras in Rome for 4th Mediterranean EU Countries’ Summit appeared first on The National Herald.
Former Residence of Poet Palamas in Patras to Reopen as Cultural Center (Photos)
PATRAS, Greece – The former residence of prominent Greek poet Kostis Palamas in the city of Patras will reopen to the public as a cultural center […] The post Former Residence of Poet Palamas in Patras to Reopen as Cultural Center (Photos) appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek court to consider approval of Hellenikon tourist project late this month
ΑΤΗΕΝS, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Greece’s top administrative court will consider on Jan. 29 whether to give the go ahead for a luxury resort project on a disused Athens airport, that is a key part of the government’s privatisation programme. Progress on ...
Handelsblatt: GREECE to Remain Under Lenders' Supervision Until 2059
In a report about GREECE'S new omnibus bill and a potential break from its bailout in August 2018, German newspaper Handelsblatt claims the country will remain under lenders' supervision for another 40 years. The newspaper says the enormous bill, which was introduced to parliament on Tuesday and ...
GREECE no longer requires Muslims to use Sharia law
Lawmakers in GREECE have voted in favour of allowing Muslims in the country to opt into the secular court system to resolve family disputes instead of relying on Islamic Sharia law, ending a century-old obligation. The legislation, passed in Greek parliament on Tuesday (January 9), allows Muslims to go ...
GREECE seizes Libya-bound ship carrying explosive materials
ATHENS, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Greek authorities have seized a Tanzanian-flagged ship heading for Libya and carrying materials used to make explosives, the coastguard said on Wednesday. The vessel was detected sailing near the Greek island of Crete on Saturday. Authorities found 29 containers ...
Top Greek Court Rejects TV Stations’ Legal Action
The Council of State (CoS), Greece’s supreme court, has rejected a temporary injunction motion by four private TV stations against the government’s television frequencies tender. Four stations — Antenna, Alpha, Star and Skai — were asking for a ...
A Visit to GREECE'S Valley of the Muses
The eastern slopes of Mount Helicon have been witnesses to the history of the Valley of the Muses, the site of an ancient Greek sanctuary where, since the 3rd century B.C., the Thespians would organize the Mouseia festivals in honor of the nine Muses every five years. The valley is located in Thespies, ...
A Visit to GREECE'S Valley of the Muses
The eastern slopes of Mount Helicon have been witnesses to the history of the Valley of the Muses, the site of an ancient Greek sanctuary where, since the 3rd century B.C., the Thespians would organize the Mouseia festivals in honor of the nine Muses every five years. The valley is located in Thespies, ...
The road ahead for GREECE
The United States has been a strong advocate for GREECE during its economic crisis, a sentiment which President Trump, Vice President Pence and our Congressional leaders reiterated during Prime Minister Tsipras's trip to the United States. GREECE'S challenge now is to pursue a path that will bring ...
Designers from Louis Vuitton & Ancient Greek Sandals Collaborated on Splurge-Worthy Floral Sandals
Louis Vuitton footwear designer Fabrizio Viti and Christina Martini, co-founder of Ancient Greek Sandals, have collaborated on a fun, floral capsule collection for spring ’18. The two designers have been pals since they met at Louis Vuitton, where ...
Greece Scraps Compulsory Shariah for Muslim Minority
ATHENS — Greece has passed a law to limit the powers of Islamic courts in a northern region that is home to about 100,000 Muslims, restricting the application of religious law in the country and giving Muslims the option to take civil cases to Greek courts.
Meteo Warning: Extreme weather to strike Greece, forecast Jan 10-16/2018
The Greek National Meteorological Service (EMY) has issued a weather warning as the extreme weather front coming from Italy is expected to strike Greek in the next hours. the weather front will bring strong rainfalls, thunderstorms and snow. The weather deterioration is expected in two waves, one on Wednesday night and one on Friday. Coming … The post Meteo Warning: Extreme weather to strike Greece, forecast Jan 10-16/2018 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
New Project in Greece Aims to Decrypt Domestic Olive Cultivars
The first large-scale endeavor to identify the genome of Greek olive cultivars is about to commence. The project is part of the Iconic Initiatives program supervised by the General Secretariat of Research and Technology of Greece. The program includes ...
GREEK anti-austerity protesters reach PM residence
Anti-austerity protesters in Greece reached the entrance of the prime minister's official residence on Wednesday, AP reported. Demonstrations are intensifying against a new austerity bill due to be voted on in parliament next Monday. One police officer was reportedly lightly injured while trying to stop the ...
Additions to the EU transparency register (January 4 to January 10)
CONSEJO REGULADOR DE LA DENOMINACIÓN DE ORIGEN PROTEGIDA LOS PEDROCHES Società Italiana Italiana degli Autori ed Editori Magyar Növényvédelmi Szövetség/ Hungarian Crop Protection Association Qiy Foundation Syctom Agence métropolitaine des déchets ménagers Сдружение Растителнозащитна Индустрия България International Dalit Solidarity Network Snap, Inc. Icelandic Confederation of Labour Network of Regional Governments for Sustainable Development PaulsConsultancy Mistral South Centre Istituto centrale per il Catalogo Unico delle biblioteche italiane Dmo-Card Platform Peace and Justice ASOCIACION ESTATAL DE ENTIDADES DE SERVICIOS DE ATENCION A DOMICILIO De Recirkulerande Vattenbrukarna Sverige Ekonomisk Förening Fundacja Ochrony i Promocji Dóbr Kultury NIKE Αναπτυξιακή Τρικάλων – Αναπτυξιακή Ανώνυμη Εταιρεία European Rail Freight Association Leibniz-Zentrum für Marine Tropenforschung Association de l’économie numérique European Inter-University Center for Human Rights and Democratisation Union of Greek Shipowners Olivia Lucia Gambelin Energy Transitions Commission FAENTIA CONSULTING International Association of Art Lindbergh Flying School Biedrības “Latvijas Lielo pilsētu asociācija” Portuguese Seed Association Fundacja “Pro Kolej”
Less than 1% return on Greek three-month treasury bills
The Greek State gathered the amount of 8125 million fromthe threemonth treasury bills auctionThe important thing in this case is that the interest rate fell to 099 from
ESM's confidence vote for the recovery of Greece
Greece has been able to access the capital market without the help of others and this is an indication of the countrys economic recovery said ESF lead economist Rolf Strauss in
Improved economic climate in Greece
The prospects of the Greek economy have more good news added to them as the Economic Climate Index moves at a higher level in December than in November at 101 from 984 points