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Thursday, September 13, 2018

Greek jobless rate drops to 19 pct in second quarter

ATHENS, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Greece’s jobless rate dropped to 19.0 percent in April-to-June from 21.2 percent in the first quarter, data from the country’s statistics service ELSTAT showed on Thursday. ...


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Landslide on Greek island beach injures three

Three people including at least one tourist were hurt Thursday following a landslide at Navagio beach on the island of Zante, one of Greece's most popular travel destinations, state agency ANA said. " ...


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ECB lowers emergency funding cap for Greek banks to 5.2 bln euros

ATHENS (Reuters) - The European Central Bank lowered the ceiling on emergency liquidity assistance (ELA) Greek banks draw from the domestic central bank by 3.2 billion euros to 5.2 billion euros ($6.0...


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The Latest: Poor conditions at Greek migrant camps slammed

A group of 19 Greek and foreign charities have sharply criticized the continuously deteriorating conditions in migrant camps on eastern Aegean islands, calling on Greek authorities to tackle severe ov...


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The New Argentine/ IMF Agreement: Will This Work Out As Badly As What Happened In Greece?

Remember the BRICS? Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa? The members formed the group to be a spokesman for developing countries. But where are they now? Uncontrolled corruption in ...


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Tourists injured after rockfall at pristine beach in Greece's Zakynthos

ATHENS (Reuters) - At least seven people were injured in Greece on Thursday in a rockfall at the popular Navagio beach in the island of Zakynthos, Greek authorities said. Their injuries were not ...


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Landslide injures woman at famed ‘shipwreck’ beach in Greece

ATHENS, Greece — Greek authorities have sent fire department rescue crews accompanied by a sniffer dog to a popular secluded beach on the western island of Zakynthos after a landslide Thursday ...


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Report: UT fraternities weigh ban on hard liquor at GREEK events

Fraternities at the University of Texas on Wednesday could vote to ban hard liquor at their parties and mixers, the Daily Texan reported this week.


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GREEK tourism sector turnover grows in Q2 2018

Turnover in Greece's all-important tourism sector - especially in terms of hospitality and food-and-beverage - continued to increase in the second ...


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GREEK FM, Cypriot counterpart discuss coordination on regional issues

ATHENS, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- GREEK Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Kotzias had talks with his Cypriot counterpart Nikos Christodoulidis here on ...


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7 Underrated GREEK Islands That Aren't On Your Bucket List, But Should Be

At least once in your lifetime, you need to get yourself to the GREEK. You've likely seen pictures of the pristine beaches with teal water that stretches to ...


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The Great GREEK Mediterranean Grill Celebrates Palm Beach Garden Grand Opening on ...

Palm Beach Gardens, FL (Restaurant News Release) Gyro lovers and falafel fans rejoice – The Great GREEK Mediterranean Grill is about to start ...


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The Neighbourhood returns to Southern California for a hometown show at the GREEK Theatre on ...

With “Sweater Weather,” the first single off the Neighbourhood's 2013 debut album “I Love You,” the Southern California quintet pulled off the rock 'n' ...


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Gyorgos Cafe offers old-school GREEK specialties

It's not “Gyros Cafe,” co-owner Kathy Sepsakos said of Gyorgos Cafe in Fox Lake. “People see our place and think it's 'Gyros Cafe' and that we just ...


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GREEK restaurant Estiatorio Louká opens its doors in Beverly Hills

Hungry? A new neighborhood GREEK spot has you covered. Located at 340 N. Canon Drive in Beverly Hills, the new arrival is called Estiatorio Louka.


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September 13, 1922, Great Fire of Smyrna begins

On September 13, 1922, Turkish soldiers at the end of the three-year-long Greco-Turkish War lit fire to Smyrna's GREEK and Armenian quarters and ...


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Turnover Index in GREEK Tourism Sector Up in Q2 2018

The turnover index in Greece's accommodation and food service activities sector increased by 11.5 percent during the second quarter of 2018, ...


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Migrants on GREEK islands surpass 20000 for the first time

The number of migrants and refugees crammed into overcrowded camps on five GREEK islands reached 20,050 on Wednesday, surpassing the 20,000 ...


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Howl About It – Season 1 Episode 2: “Nutria and GREEK Life”

Emily Pauly and Rachel Davidson talk about discounts you can get with your student I.D., the latest documentary about nutrias and the Louisiana ...


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Stolen Ancient GREEK artifact retrieved moments before being auctioned off in London

An ancient GREEK tombstone that was illegally smuggled out of Greece and ended up on sale at the famous Sotheby's in London has been returned to ...


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MU adopts some GREEK life recommendations, but not all stakeholders agree

MU is taking steps to improve GREEK life following the implementation of some recommendations made by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life ...


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Tsipras Government's Rating Crumbling Due to GREEK Austerity Policy

GREEK Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has warned Europe could face an existential crisis over nationalism unless it owned up to its failure to handle a ...


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NSU GREEK Life joins together to prevent hazing

NSU's GREEK organizations provide students with opportunities to occupy leadership roles, build strong connections and grow as individuals. As with ...


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Greek Hotel federation president: 60000 properties in GREECE listed on Airbnb-like platforms

More than 60,000 residential properties in GREECE are listed on short-term lease platforms, i.e. Airbnb, the president of GREECE'S hoteliers' federation ...


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Ryanair strike on Wednesday to affect flights to and from GREECE

Almost 150 Ryanair flights scheduled to and from Germany on Wednesday will be cancelled due to a strike by pilots and cabin crew, Ryanair Chief ...


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More apply for asylum in GREECE as it embraces terror suspects

The number of asylum applications from Turkey to GREECE rose significantly in the first eight months of this year as more fugitives wanted by Turkey are ...


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GREECE Wins 'Star Family Holidays Destination' Title by Travel Bulletin

“This significant award follows GREECE'S distinction in three categories at the recent CNT's Readers' Travel Awards 2018 and proves the efficiency of ...


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Airports in GREECE Record Passenger Traffic Rise in January-August

The busiest airports in GREECE during August were Athens (2,879,537 passengers), Heraklion (1,467,934), Rhodes (1,045,016), Thessaloniki ...


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GREECE moving forward with German War reparations report

A special committee set up to investigate the war reparations GREECE is seeking from Germany, is expected to complete its major report by the end of ...


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Polyxeni is GREECE'S official contender for the Oscars

Polyxeni is GREECE'S official contender for the Oscars ... is in fact Masklavanou's third feature film which was first released in GREECE in December 2017.


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GREECE has the means to help refugees on Lesbos – but does it have the will?

On his release he embarked on a 7,000km overland odyssey to GREECE. He has not seen his wife for three years and has never met his youngest son.


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Passenger traffic at GREECE'S airports hits an all time high

According to the latest data from the Hellenic Aviation Authority, passenger traffic in all of GREECE'S airports over the first eight months of the year has ...


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Conditions at Moria are “shameful." [EN/EL]

Athens, GREECE, September 13, 2018 — Over 17,000 people remain crammed in Greek island reception centers with a total capacity for only 6,000, ...


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Army UAV falls near Komotini, northern GREECE

A Hellenic Army unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) fell near Komotini, northern GREECE, on Thursday morning, it emerged. The SAGEM Sperwer type ...


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NGOs urge GREECE to act over 'shameful' migrant camps

ATHENS (Reuters) - More than 17,000 migrants are crammed into Greek island camps in conditions unfit for human habitation, 19 civil society ...


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Why GREECE was voted as the best place in the world to travel with kids

The Star Family Holidays Destination award for 2018 was given to GREECE at the Travel Bulletin Star Awards 2018 ceremony, which took place on ...


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GREECE Jobless Rate Declines In Q2

(RTTNews) - GREECE'S unemployment rate dropped in the three months ended June, data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority showed Thursday.


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The Latest: Search for migrant boat off southwestern GREECE

Authorities are conducting a search and rescue operation off the southwestern tip of GREECE for a boat believed to be carrying dozens of migrants, after ...


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Ditching Ankara or expanding dominance? US eyes deeper military presence in GREECE

The US is looking to boost its military presence in GREECE, citing the viable "geographical position" of the country. However, this may actually indicate ...


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GREECE: Landslide at famed 'shipwreck' beach; 1 injured

ATHENS, GREECE (AP) — Greek authorities say a landslide at a popular beach on the western island of Zakynthos has resulted in at least one injury, ...


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Landslide at famed Greek 'shipwreck' beach injures woman

ATHENS, GREECE (AP) - Greek authorities were sending fire department rescue crews accompanied by a sniffer dog to a popular secluded beach on ...


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