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Sunday, June 3, 2018

Ghosh victorious on European Rally Championship debut in GREECE

Ghosh victorious on European Rally Championship debut in GREECE ... his maiden European Rally Championship appearance in GREECE on Sunday.


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Greek and Chilean street art adorns campus

Students who frequent the Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs may have noticed the addition of two black vinyl tape lines running parallel in a geometric pattern across the side of the building’s staircase. As part of “Re-thinking the ...


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Italian impact highlights need for a precautionary credit line

The recent rally in Greek bond yields due to the political crisis in Italy once again illustrated how vulnerable GREECE is to external shocks. Analysts at ...


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Gov't ideology prevents investments

Investment proposals from at least two major foreign multinationals, which could boost GREECE'S gross domestic product by 0.5 percent, are gathering ...


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Athens on FYROM name talks: 'Ball is in their court'

GREEK government spokesman Dimitris Tzanakopoulos said on Sunday it is up to the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) to make the ...


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UK Labor Leader Says He ‘Would Return Parthenon Marbles to Greece’ If Elected

If returned, the sculptures could be reunited after two centuries and settle a longstanding legal feud between Greece and the UK. In a surprise announcement, UK Labor leader Jeremy Corbyn told Greek newspaper Ta Nea that he would return the Parthenon ...


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Dozens of Migrants Drown Off Tunisia and Turkey; Hundreds Rescued Off Spain

At the height of the migrant crisis in 2015, more than 857,000 reached GREECE from Turkey. A 2016 deal between Turkey and the European Union has ...


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Ray Hadley's Girls Night Out!

As well as all the excitement of the State of Origin, you'll receive an invitation to an exclusive pre-game function at the new-look GREEK Club South ...


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The 25 most fun states in America, ranked by entertainment, affordability, and nightlife

[jacksonville florida]Sean Pavone/Shutterstock * WALLETHUB RECENTLY REVEALED THE MOST FUN STATES IN AMERICA. * TO DETERMINE THE RANKINGS, THEY COMPARED ALL 50 STATES AGAINST TWO KEY CATEGORIES: ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION, AND NIGHTLIFE. * FROM NEW YORK TO CALIFORNIA, SEE WHICH STATES MADE THE CUT. ------------------------- You probably don't need to travel far for a fun summer vacation. WalletHub recently revealed the most fun states in America by comparing all 50 states against two key categories: entertainment and recreation, and nightlife. From weather and movie costs, to the number of restaurants and amusement parks per capita, WalletHub looked at 26 metrics in these two categories, grading each on a 100-point scale. The greatest number and variety of fun and affordable options was indicated by 100 points. Some metrics, like number of attractions, were weighted more heavily than other metrics, such as number of fitness centers per capita. WalletHub then calculated each state's weighted average across all factors for its overall score. From New York to California, scroll through below to see the top 25 most fun states in America. 25. OKLAHOMA — OKLAHOMA RANKED FIRST FOR NUMBER OF CASINOS PER CAPITA. Austin Urton/Shutterstock 24. SOUTH DAKOTA — THIS MIDWESTERN STATE RANKED FIRST FOR STATE AND LOCAL DIRECT SPENDING ON PARKS AND RECREATION PER CAPITA AND FOURTH FOR BEST ACCESS TO NATIONAL PARKS. Checubus/Shutterstock 23. TENNESSEE — HOME TO COUNTRY MUSIC, THIS SOUTHERN STATE RANKED FIFTH FOR HIGHEST VARIETY OF ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, AND RECREATION ESTABLISHMENTS. Scott Heaney/Shutterstock SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER SEE ALSO: * What a $1 million vacation looks like in Mykonos, Greece, where you'll fly in on a private jet, sleep in an ocean-view villa, and cruise the seas in a yacht * The most and least expensive places to live in America * I flew basic economy on both Delta and United within 72 hours — and the cheap seats aren't nearly as bad as people say SEE ALSO: HOW MUCH IT COSTS TO SPEND A DAY AT AMERICA'S MOST POPULAR THEME PARKS, RANKED DON'T MISS: THE 10 BEST PLACES TO GO ON VACATION THIS SUMMER IN THE US, ACCORDING TO TRIPADVISOR


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Details revealed of latest GREEK bailout

The IMF were involved in the first two bailouts but not the third, saying they wanted assurances about how the euro zone will make GREEK debt ...


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GREEKS pessimistic about post-bailout era prospects: survey

ATHENS, June 3 (Xinhua) -- GREEK citizens were pessimistic about the prospects of GREEK economy after the end of the third GREEK bailout program ...


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The Latest: 9 migrants drown off Turkey's southern coast

At the height of the migrant crisis in 2015, more than 857,000 migrants reached GREECE from Turkey. A 2016 deal between Turkey and the European ...


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Jeremy Corbyn tells Greek newspaper he would return the British Museum's Elgin Marbles to GREECE

Jeremy Corbyn has said he would give the Elgin Marbles back to GREECE if he became prime minister. The Classical Greek sculptures were part of the ...


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Outlook unclear on name deal with Skopje

The prospects for a breakthrough in talks between GREECE and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia on the latter's name are unclear as ...


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9 refugees, including 6 children drown as boat sinks off Turkey's Mediterranean coast

The migrants' ultimate destination was not clear and what caused the sinking is unclear but authorities believe they were trying to reach the GREEK ...


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Feature: Ancient scent reborn for exhibition at Athens Archaeological Museum

Following the methods of ancient GREEK perfumers, the scented oil, called the "Rose of Aphrodite", invites the visitors to experience the countless ...


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Greece relaxes bank withdrawal rules in step towards normality

Confidence-boosting decision is taken as country prepares to exit third bailout programme Greece is to take a substantial step towards easing capital controls – restrictions associated with the worst days of economic crisis – as it prepares to exit its current bailout programme. Signalling that confidence is gradually returning to the country’s banking system, the leftist-led government has almost doubled the amount depositors will be able to withdraw from their accounts as of Monday. Related: Italy's eurozone crisis: no easy fixes for the European Central Bank | Nils Pratley Continue reading...


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Greece tourism at record high amid alarm over environmental cost

With 32 million visitors expected this year, fears grow that the country cannot cope Greece is braced for another bumper year. The tourists will not stop coming. For every one of its citizens, three foreign visitors – 32 million in total – will arrive in 2018, more than at any other time since records began. Tourist numbers have increased by an additional 2 million every year for the past three years. Arrivals from China alone have doubled since 2017. But with forecasts predicting record numbers over the next decade, a growing number of Greeks are asking: can Greece really cope? Continue reading...


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IMF likely technical advisor in Greek bailout program: Greek official

ATHENS, June 3 (Xinhua) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is likely to hold the part of technical advisor in the Greek bailout program, rather than participating with funds, Greek media reported on Sunday. "IMF will probably assume the role of ...


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Free Museum Tours Explore Ancient Greek Writing

The National Archaeological Museum is organising free thematic tours for Athens’ year as World Book Capital. The tours will be conducted by the museum’s archaeologists in groups of 30, free of charge. “Starting from prehistoric societies before ...


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Skopje Protestors Register Anger on Possible Change-name of Macedonia

The protesters said the government had harmed national interests by discussing a possible new name for the country with neighboring GREECE.


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Eurozone Eyeing 'Credible' GREECE Debt Relief, Says Centeno

Eurozone lenders will put together a debt-relief deal for GREECE that will be credible to markets and involve a rescheduling of loans from the second ...


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Greek-American Stella Kreekos Passed Away at Age 105

SIOUX CITY, IA – Styliani (Stella) Maria (Pattakos) Kreekos passed away on May 13 at age 105. She was born in Agia Paraskevi, Rethymnon, Crete […] The post Greek-American Stella Kreekos Passed Away at Age 105 appeared first on The National Herald.


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IMF Likely to Assume ‘Advisory’ Role After Greek Bailout Ends

Nobody is discussing the possibility of extending the Greek programme after Aug. 20, Greece’s representative at the IMF Michalis Psalidopoulos has said. Speaking to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA) he also estimated that the IMF will probably ...


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Families fondly recall first blacks in Campbell's police, fire departments

Archangel Michael GREEK Orthodox Church proudly flies a GREEK flag beneath the stars and stripes, and the popular Papa's Puerto Rican Cuisine and ...


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GREEK trade chamber opposes US tariffs decision on EU

(MENAFN) The American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce has expressed on Friday objection to the recent US government's decision to impose tariffs ...


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Australia's First Ever Vegan GREEK Bakery, 'The GREEK Vegan Bakery', Expands to Second Location

Australia's first ever vegan GREEK bakery, The GREEK Vegan Bakery, is expanding. Initially launched by owners Pavlos and Fioroula Katsivardas in ...


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Marnie Simpson Credits Her Surgeon As She Sunbathes Totally Naked In GREECE

Marnie Simpson has credited her cosmetic surgeon after posting a totally naked picture of herself sunbathing in GREECE. The Geordie Shore lass has ...


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Ashes from Santorini's Minoan eruption found in Smyrna excavation

Now located in the heart of Izmir's Bayraklı district, the ancient city of Smyrna, established 5,000 years ago by the GREEK tribe of Aeolians and later ...


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Prepare for take-off! British tourist is blown to the ground by jet engine blast of Thomas Cook airbus while filming dangerously close on Greek runway

A man stood filming planes take off on the Greek island of Skiathos got the shock of his life when the powerful thrust of an aircraft's engines knocked him off his feet. Paul Turner from Cheshire is responsible for capturing the remarkable footage of a ...


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Travel postcard: Meteoric beauty of Olympic proportions

GREEK Orthodox monks seeking shelter from persecution built these ... including two convents, at the site that abuts the GREEK town of Kalambaka.


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Hons, GREEKS and a soulful circus: the best of Baltimore's arts and entertainment scene this week

Baltimore's annual celebration of cat's-eye glasses, mile-high hair and an endearing catch-all nickname we like to call one another features lots of ...


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Britain’s Labour Party Wants Parthenon Marbles Returned to Greece

The leader of Britain’s Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, has joined the vain chorus of calls urging the British Museum to return the stolen Parthenon Marbles […] The post Britain’s Labour Party Wants Parthenon Marbles Returned to Greece appeared first on The National Herald.


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Kammenos’ Monaco Junket Draws Fire – He Tweets Back Mocks

ATHENS – With Turkey stepping up provocations in the Aegean and holding hostage two Greek soldiers who strayed across the border on March 1, Defense […] The post Kammenos’ Monaco Junket Draws Fire – He Tweets Back Mocks appeared first on The National Herald.


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Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (NYSEARCA:GREK) Short Interest Update

Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (NYSEARCA:GREK) was the recipient of a significant increase in short interest in the month of April. As of April 30th, there ...


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Greek debt deal will be credible to markets, says Eurogroup chief

Euro zone lenders will put together a debt relief deal for GREECE that will be credible to markets and involve a rescheduling of loans from the second ...


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Last Day of Randolph GREEK Festival Sunday

RANDOLPH, NJ- the GREEK Festival at St. Andrews GREEK Orthodox Church in Randolph has been open all weekend. Father John was joined by ...


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The GREEKS who lived and died in Egypt's Alexandria

CAIRO – 3 June 2018: GREEKS who lived in Alexandria were buried in a GREEK cemetery located in El Shatby, east of Alexandria, which contains ...


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IMF will probably not participate in GREEK program, says Fund official

Psalidopoulos said the next step is for the IMF's mission to return to Greece to complete the regular Article IV review of the GREEK economy which will ...


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Greek App Reveals Infants’ Cries to be More than Just Baby Talk

iCry2Talk developers (L-R) Andreas Loutzidis, Anastasia Ntracha and Jason Hadzikostas. A Greek-designed app which tells new parents what their baby is ‘saying’ when it cries has become a finalist in an international tech competition. iCry2Talk is an ...


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Tesla R&D plant in Greece will be opened by Elon Musk

"The center is expected to act as a base for southeast Europe"


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Nine migrants, mainly children, drown off Turkish coast

Over a million people, many fleeing the war in Syria, crossed to EU member GREECE from Turkey in 2015 after the onset of the bloc's worst migration ...


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Latin American Festival celebrated in Athens, GREECE

Women from Brazil serves traditional Brazilian food during the two-day Latin American Festival in front of Zappeion, Athens, GREECE, on June 2, 2018.


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Skopje Rally Rejects 'Macedonia' Name Change

More recently he hinted at a possible imminent deal on the name dispute with GREEK PM Alexis Tsipras, only to see FYROM President Gjorge Ivanov ...


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Police Captured 23 Illegal Migrants on the Border with Greece

23 illegal migrants were captured on Saturday at Kapitan Petko Voyvoda, on the border with Greece. They were found in a truck literally crammed into a secret compartment in the cargo space. Investigative actions are taken, the identity of detainees is ...


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Greek-American Stories: Nailing Yiannis

George told the guys around the table in Dixon’s that Areti called his wife, complaining about Yiannis. “What’s up with him now?” asked John. “She […] The post Greek-American Stories: Nailing Yiannis appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greece-FYROM Almost-Done Name Deal Fraying Away

ATHENS – What seemed like a deal set to be signed, agreement on a new composite for the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) with […] The post Greece-FYROM Almost-Done Name Deal Fraying Away appeared first on The National Herald.


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International Football Roundup: England Win While Germany Suffer Shock Defeat in Friendlies

Iran's friendly against GREECE, scheduled to be played in Istanbul, was abruptly cancelled due to ongoing tensions between GREECE and Turkey, ...


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McClellan: Never denying the word of the Holy One

The tattoo was in GREEK, the old GREEK from the early days of the New Testament. But the tattoo referred to the Old Testament. It was from the book of ...


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Is Italy Europe's New GREEK Crisis?

The populist drama in Italy has captured headlines for months, with the two Eurosceptic parties recently ending the gridlock by putting together a ...


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