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Thursday, October 4, 2018
e-Platform lauched for businesses operating on GREEK islands
The GREEK government launched an electronic platform today allowing businesses operating on GREEK islands to submit funding applications relating ...
GREEK Opposition party warns of consequences over FYROM referendum
Greece's main opposition party warned that if FYROM proceeds to implement the agreement following the referendum there will be implications for ...
New Democracy notes 'worrying signs' in GREEK economy
The main opposition expressed concerned over some “worrying signs” in the GREEK economy, following a sell-off in bank shares on Wednesday.
How to plan a trip to the GREEK Island of Santorini
Santorini is just one of the 10 majestic GREEK Islands, and all of them beautiful in their own right. However, if Santorini is the Island you choose to go, ...
GREEK organizations sponsor Everybody's Formal
The third annual Everybody's Formal, which is hosted by the Associated Student Body, is being sponsored primarily by GREEK life organizations.
GREEK institute says may have been 'deceived' in alleged Tom Hanks event
HICD claimed the institute is cooperating with GREEK authorities to establish whether its representative, Ada Iliopoulou, “has fallen victim to fraud” from ...
GREEK bank shares drop due to overreaction
A Financial Times report referencing the significant drop in bank share prices yesterday at the Athens Stock Exchange, noted nonetheless GREEK ...
IFRC threatens GREEK chapter with expulsion after failing to complete reforms
The Hellenic Red Cross (HRC) is facing the possibility of expulsion from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) ...
18.1 pct of GREEK population face poverty risk in 2017: statistical authority
ATHENS, Oct. 4 (Xinhua) -- The 18.1 percent of Greece's population faced the risk of poverty in 2017, marginally lower than the 18.2 percent estimated ...
Couple Brings Authentic GREEK Food to Alger Heights
“We really had wanted to do a specialty store with imported GREEK items, but we don't really live in the right area for that. So it all came down to finding ...
Intact Mycenaean Tomb Discovered in Greece
AIDONIA, GREECE—According to an Ekathimerini report, a large, intact tomb dating to the early Mycenaean era (1650-1400 B.C.) has been discovered in a cemetery at the ancient site of Nemea in southern ...
Just one in six homes in GREECE is covered by insurance
Only one in six homes in GREECE is insured, which highlights the extent of untapped business opportunities in the sector, according to a survey by the ...
Resigned head of refugee-related service in Greece alleges widespread mismanagement of funds
Main opposition New Democracy (ND) this week pounced on eyebrow-raising allegations by the up-until-recently head of an asylum service directorate tasked with identifying third country refugees and ma...
Tom Hanks' Tweets Clarify He's Not Going To Greece, Despite A Bizarre Misunderstanding
Another day, another confounding case of celebrity misrepresentation. First, there was that bizarre Drew Barrymore airline magazine interview, the legitimacy of which is still unclear. Now, Tom Hanks ...
Ukrainian Ship With Illegal Migrants Detained in GREECE
According to the Interfax news agency, in the west of GREECE, a patrol detained a ship flying the Ukrainian flag, carrying 65 migrants, the website of the ...
Weekend Scoop: Sacramento Greek Festival, a spooky train ride and more!
Looking for something new to do this weekend? Every week Ariane Datil puts together a list of her top 5 picks for the best events happening in NorCal over the weekend. Here’s your Weekend Scoop: Sacra...
MIT Professor Daskalakis Tells Greek President That Excellence Must Be Promoted
On Thursday Greek President Prokopios Pavlopoulos received the well-known MIT math professor Konstantinos Daskalakis. Daskalakis, who was recently honored with the Nevanlinna Prize at the ...
Greek strike to close Acropolis, other key sites on Oct. 11
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A Greek union representing staff at the country’s ancient sites and state-run museums has called a 24-hour strike for Oct. 11. The protest is likely to close the ancient ...
What's Wrong With Greek Banks and How It Can Be Fixed
Burdened by the highest ratio of bad loans in Europe, Greek banks have no shortage of challenges. And that was before Greece -- the continent’s most indebted state -- decided to end its bailout progra...
Greece’s New Democracy Marks 44th Anniversary Launching New Logo
Greece’s main opposition party, the center-right New Democracy, unveiled its new logo on the day that marks its 44th anniversary. New Democracy’s President Kyriakos Mitsotakis said that by ...
Huge burden on holiday home buyers in GREECE
Buying a newly built home in GREECE carries an additional cost amounting to 30.2 percent of the property's original value, making this country the most ...
GREECE and Lebanon enter greater economic cooperation
GREECE'S Alternate Foreign Minister Giorgos Katrougalos met with Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Saad Hariri and the Ministers of Economy, Culture ...
'GREECE-Russia Year of Tourism' to Wrap Up in Athens in November
The official closing ceremony of the GREECE-Russia Year of Tourism 2017-2018 will be held in Athens on November 23, the Tourism Ministry said on ...
GREECE to Host NATO Aviation Training Center in Peloponnese – Defense Minister
ATHENS/BELGRADE (Sputnik) - NATO aviation training center will be set up in city of Kalamata, located in the Peloponnese region of GREECE, Panos ...
Greek PM’s visit to Russia can take place in first half of December - source
MOSCOW, October 4. /TASS/. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’ visit to Russia is being discussed, it can take place in the first half of December, a Greek diplomatic source told TASS on Thursday.
Greece To Scrap Controversial Wine Tax
According to information revealed by the Greek newspaper Kathimerini, the Greek government intends to exclude from next year’s draft budget revenues from an excise tax on wine that was ...
Albania's Foreign minister: I'm surprised the president has changed his position on the negotiations with Greece
The Albanian Foreign minister Ditmir Bushati declared today that he was surprised when he heard the interview given by the head of the state Ilir Meta regarding the negotiations
Bronze swords, other items found in plundered Greek cemetery
Greece's culture ministry says archaeologists have found an undisturbed grave with pottery, weapons and jewelry at a heavily plundered cemetery that is more than 3,500-years old. The ministry said ...
'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' Download Time: When Can You Start Creating Your Own Story in Ancient Greece?
It’s just about time to start playing Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and if you can’t wait to start crafting your own tale through Ancient Greece, then you’ll want to get your copy downloaded as quickly as ...
'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' Relationships Guide: Where to Find Love and Lust in Ancient Greece
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey may be filled with epic quests, a massive map to explore and mysteries to uncover. However, we all know why you’re really here: the no-holds-barred bone-zone that was Ancient ...
Maintenance works on KTG.com
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Greek stocks rise, recover some lost ground
Greek stocks traded higher on Thursday a day after a bank sell-off caused them to plummet, according to a report by Dow Jones Newswires supplied to EFE. The Athens General Stocks Index was up 1.43 per...
Greece Pays Piper for DC Work
Greece has hired DLA Piper to a $75K monthly retainer contract to advance its mutual interests with the US in the areas of economics, trade, foreign policy and national security. Ignacio Sanchez, co-c...
Tom Hanks Isn't Attending a Tribute in Greece Despite What Event Claims: 'Don't Be Fooled'
Tom Hanks is definitely not going to Greece anytime soon. The 62-year-old actor made a series of statements on Twitter late Wednesday night about an upcoming event in his honor happening in Athens ...
Stand with refugee women in Greece!
Uprooted women in Greece have crucial things to say about their future. Let them know that you hear their voices and share their demands for a safe future in Europe. Thousands of women and girls fleei...
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New regulations in Greece’s telecommunications incl €150 monthly cap
Greece’s telecommunications watchdog EETT has issued new regulations with regards to contracts of landlines and mobile phones connections. They regulations aim to protect consumers from hidden charges and lack of transparency in contracts with telecommunication providers. According to the new regulations, consumers will be able to exit a contract earlier and without paying a fee … The post New regulations in Greece’s telecommunications incl €150 monthly cap appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Director of Reception Centers fired after urging investigation on Refugees EU Funds
The Director of Refugees Reception and Identification Centers in Greek Ministry of Migration was fired early afternoon Thursday. Previous to his dismissal, Andreas Iliopoulos had given an interview to a Greek newspaper in which he was asking the prosecutor’s intervention with regards management of EU Funds for the refugees and migrants in the country. “It … The post Director of Reception Centers fired after urging investigation on Refugees EU Funds appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Herbal Tea Experience Store Opens in Astoria Offering Ancient Greek Remedies for Modern Living
ASTORIA (PRNewswire) – The Loose Leaf Herbal Tea Experience Store recently opened in the Ditmars area of Astoria, Queens. The café offers select herbs and […] The post Herbal Tea Experience Store Opens in Astoria Offering Ancient Greek Remedies for Modern Living appeared first on The National Herald.
Smashing Debut: “Greek Freak”, Bucks Cruise in New Arena’s Opener
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks put on a smashing opening-night performance at their new arena. Antetokounmpo had 19 points, 13 rebounds and five assists, […] The post Smashing Debut: “Greek Freak”, Bucks Cruise in New Arena’s Opener appeared first on The National Herald.
President Pavlopoulos Receives MIT Professor Daskalakis
ATHENS – Greek President Prokopios Pavlopoulos received earlier on Thursday outstanding MIT math professor Konstantinos Daskalakis, who was recently honored with the Nevanlinna Prize at […] The post President Pavlopoulos Receives MIT Professor Daskalakis appeared first on The National Herald.
Corpus of Jewish Inscriptions Found in Greece Published by Museum
ATHENS – The corpus of all Jewish inscriptions found in mainland Greece and the islands was recently published by the Jewish Museum of Greece (JMG) […] The post Corpus of Jewish Inscriptions Found in Greece Published by Museum appeared first on The National Herald.
ND on Economy’s Condition: “Tsipras is Essentially Surrendering the Country”
Main opposition New Democracy (ND) on Thursday commented on the situation in the Greek economy by citing an extract from ND leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s speech […] The post ND on Economy’s Condition: “Tsipras is Essentially Surrendering the Country” appeared first on The National Herald.
U.S. Ambassador Pyatt Holds Series of Contacts in Alexandroupolis
THESSALONIKI – U.S. Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey Pyatt held a series of contacts with representatives of local government and local entities on Wednesday in Alexandroupolis. […] The post U.S. Ambassador Pyatt Holds Series of Contacts in Alexandroupolis appeared first on The National Herald.
Business leaders hand over €320,000 for Greece aid
President Nicos Anastasiades on Thursday received two cheques from business circles for more than €320,000 in support of the victims of the deadly fires in Greece last July. All the money that ...
Greece Turns a Corner, But Leaves Its Banks Behind
Greece has turned a lot of corners since the euro-zone crisis. The debt-laden, recession-scarred economy exited its third international bailout program earlier this year, and European policymakers are ...
Greece working on bank bad-loan asset protection scheme: bankers
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece has been working on an asset protection scheme to help its banks offload sour loans from their balance sheets and shown it to European Union competition authorities and banki...
Bob Diamond Builds Online Greek Bank as Investors Flee Rivals
Bob Diamond, a rare bull on European lenders, is building up his Greek bank to challenge the nation’s stumbling, established players. “Given the positive outlook for Greece as it emerges from the cris...
New businesses blooming in GREECE
Numbers show that new enterprises and self-employment rose by 4.5 per cent in the first nine months of 2018 when compared to the same period last ...