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Sunday, December 30, 2018

Greek, Bulgarian tourists enjoy shopping spree in Turkey’s Edirne

Posters celebrating the New Year in Turkish, Greek and Bulgarian languages have been hung all over the walls and windows of the stores in Turkey’s northwestern province of Edirne, which has been attra...


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US foreign policy standing on quicksand

Trump has shown that he appreciates Erdogan and thinks that “he can do business with him,” as the American president told a senior GREEK official ...


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Greek Agriculture and Industry on the rise

Productive reconstruction in the Greek economy is emerging stronger as a result of the rising recovery observed in Greece with projections for a 21 percent increase in Greek GDP


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Meet the Chef: Donatos Konstantinou/Harvest Grille, Holden

Konstantinou was born in a small, seaside town in GREECE, eating “fresh shellfish and delicious wholesome food,” basics in traditional Greek cuisine.


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GREECE Powerball Results, Payouts: Sunday, 30 December 2018

The winning numbers for the GREECE Powerball draw and therefore GREECE Powerball results on Sunday, 30 December 2018, were: 11, 14, 16, 27, ...


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Report warns of impact of aging workforce

The aging of GREECE'S population will force the country's governments in the next few years to introduce social security contribution hikes by 35 percent ...


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GREECE'S population in rapid decline

GREECE'S population has declined by 360,000 in the last seven years and is projected to drop by a further 770,000 people over the next 12 years if ...


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Banks, elections key 2019 challenges for the economy

“The major theme in GREECE remains the solvency of the banking system,” Michael Hewson, chief market analyst for CMC Markets in London, tells ...


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Czurda: Banks facing more issues than just bad loans

The course of the GREEK economy will depend on the capacity of the country's banks to reduce their nonperforming exposures to a satisfactory degree ...


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GREEK Property Listed For Crypto

There is property on an island that is on sale currently. While this alone would not be considered groundbreaking news, the fact that the island will be ...


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Hopman Cup 2019, Day 3: Preview, Schedule, Time, and Where to Watch

Match 1: United States of America vs GREECE (Group B). Time: 10:00 AWST (07:30 IST). The United States of America will make their 2019 debut ...


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Milwaukee Bucks News: Are The Bucks For Real? NBA Finals Betting Odds For Greek Freak And Company

Milwaukee has not won a major professional sports championship in nearly 50 years. With the nearby Green Bay Packers in the midst of their second straight losing season and the Milwaukee Brewers recov...


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'How Do We Look' by Mary Beard: A refreshing tour of world art, touching God and humanity

In the superb chapter “The Look of Loss: From GREECE to Rome,” Beard considers the spectacular, fairly recently discovered statue of Phrasikleia ...


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Diana Petrakis, wife of esteemed Chicago author, dies at 96

She was born Diana Perparos, into an expansive extended GREEK-American family in Hyde Park, where she attended services at the GREEK Orthodox ...


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Hud, Helen Gotses

Helen Gotses Hud was born in Los Angeles, California, to Constantine Gotses, an immigrant from GREECE, and Frances Gotses (née Kern), ...


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GREECE child protection services 'disjointed and inadequate'

Athens, GREECE - When two children from the small, remote Greek island of Leros were taken to one of the largest paediatric hospitals in Athens for a ...


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Putin extends Christmas and New Year greetings to European leaders

In his message to GREEK Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, Putin expressed thanks for the substantial exchange of opinions on bilateral and international ...


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Jane Street Group LLC Has $1.10 Million Holding in Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (GREK)

Jane Street Group LLC grew its position in Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (NYSEARCA:GREK) by 106.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in ...


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Actress and Singer Marianna Toli Passes Away

Acclaimed actress and singer Marianna Toli, who represented GREECE at the 1977 Eurovision song contest passed away on Saturday, after a long ...


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Fourteen years and counting…

From Year 1, I had been sent to a Thursday afternoon GREEK school run by the local church. The vast majority of memories I have from those years are ...


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GREEK capital changes New Year's Eve party venue

The Municipality of the city of Athens has announced that this year's New Year's Eve party will be held in the district of Thissio instead of Constitution ...


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Alabama, Clemson reach CFP title game...Florida crushes Michigan...GREEK Freak leads Bucks

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa (TOO'-ah tuhng-ah-vy-LOH'-ah) threw for 318 yards and four touchdowns as top-ranked Alabama beat ...


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Sunday school classes raise money for Project Mexico

The Sunday school classes at St. Nicholas GREEK Orthodox Church wanted to do something to help children who are less fortunate. This holiday ...


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A grandmother's stories spur a powerful memoir, 'Something Wonderful Happened'

Yvette Manessis Corporon grew up in a close-knit GREEK-American community in New York City with a loving, extended family. She remembered her ...


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Police to guard transport in exchange for free rides

The ministries of Citizens' Protection and Transport have signed an agreement to boost security on the GREEK capital's public transportation system by ...


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Esther Passaris ends her year with a fast

My father is a GREEK Orthodox and he taught us God In Everything and Anything. He cannot be excluded. As He is Omnipresent. https://t.co/3IbCr7xDXt.


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Got Crypto? Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, Zcash Buys 2.2 Acres With Seaside Views in GREECE

With panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, the property is just outside of the historical village of Moudros, GREECE, the second largest town in Lemnos.


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Pasta la vista, baby: Thief steals $250 in Agatina's Restaurant gift cards from mailbox

15, an employee of a store at the Mall at GREECE Ridge was arrested for stealing $266.25 worth of store merchandise. Petit larceny: On Dec.


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Tsitsipas and Sakkari ready for next challenge after losing against Great Britain

'Team GREECE' will face US tennis sensations Frances Tiafoe and Serena ... GREECE'S Hopman Cup duo, Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas will ...


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GREECE to launch counting of foreign parrots in its city parks

Parrots have entered GREECE in a big way, and the Hellenic Ornithological Society will survey to assess the extent of this invasion. The birds are visible ...


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Roger Federer has impressive start to new tennis season

91-ranked Norrie had defeated GREECE'S No. 15-ranked Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets on Saturday in one of the biggest victories of his career, but ...


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Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (GREK) Stake Lowered by Point72 Asset Management LP

Point72 Asset Management L.P. trimmed its holdings in shares of Global X MSCI GREECE ETF (NYSEARCA:GREK) by 20.0% during the third quarter, ...


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UK migrant 'crisis' bears no comparison to EU's 2015 influx

The number of people landing in GREECE rose from 43,000 in 2014 to more than ... The pressure on GREECE may have subsided slightly since 2015, but ...


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Greek Police Lawyer Irked by Leaks in Gay Activist’s Death

ATHENS – The lawyer representing eight police officers accused of brutality in an incident that led to the death of 33-year-old LGBTQ activist Zak Kostopoulos […] The post Greek Police Lawyer Irked by Leaks in Gay Activist’s Death appeared first on The National Herald.


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German Paper Says Tourism Fueling Greek Recovery

Greece’s slow recovery from a more than 8 ½-year long economic crisis is being triggered by consecutive record tourism seasons and luring more real estate […] The post German Paper Says Tourism Fueling Greek Recovery appeared first on The National Herald.


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Dry Future for Greece: Water Shortages Predicted

With worries that Athens could be one of the cities where it will be too hot to live in the future, Greece is also at […] The post Dry Future for Greece: Water Shortages Predicted appeared first on The National Herald.


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Criticism Grows Over Vacation for Jailed Greek Terrorist Assassin

While the United States – days after calling Greece a “great ally” has said nothing yet – denunciation grew over the fifth furlough this year […] The post Criticism Grows Over Vacation for Jailed Greek Terrorist Assassin appeared first on The National Herald.


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2019 Can Be a Turning Point for Greece, Four Heads of Greek Chambers Say

ATHENS – The year 2019 can be a turning point for Greece, in which targeted hard work can potentially be translated into economic recovery and […] The post 2019 Can Be a Turning Point for Greece, Four Heads of Greek Chambers Say appeared first on The National Herald.


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Successive Bouts of Bad Weather Expected in Greece on New Year’s Eve

ATHENS – The year 2019 will get off to a cold and wet start in Greece, according to weather forecasts issued on Sunday by the […] The post Successive Bouts of Bad Weather Expected in Greece on New Year’s Eve appeared first on The National Herald.


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In the Greek tragedy Oedipus Rex, how does the character of Oedipus fit the typical hero of a tragedy?

Let's first consider the primary characteristics of a 'tragic hero,' as defined by Aristotle in his Poetics. The hero usually possesses excessive pride (hubris); he undergoes a reversal of fortune (pe...


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Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Giorgos Katrougalos’ interview for the newspaper “SUNDAY ETHNOS” with journalist Voula Kechagia

JOURNALIST: Minister, the completion of the Prespa Agreement is entering the final stretch. What will happen at the Greek Parliament?G. KATROUGALOS: As we are obligated under the Agreement itself, but primarily because we consider its provisions to be nationally beneficial, we will bring it to Parliament for ratification after the other side has completed its corresponding obligations. I have no doubt that it will be passed by an absolute majority, as I have confidence in the judgment and responsibility of Greek MPs. Furthermore, as you are well aware, there are MPs and political forces other than our own parliamentary group who have declared an initial positive view towards the Prespa Agreement. I am certain that they will not risk their political dignity being disparaged and will remain consistent in their views.JOURNALIST: What assurances can you provide for its full implementation without misinterpretations?G. KATROUGALOS: The agreement itself lays down important checks for its application. However, I believe the relevant provisions will never be activated. This is because the political leadership and citizens of our neighbouring country have realised that they stand only to gain from its faithful implementation, primarily in terms of improvement of our bilateral relations and, most importantly, our economic relations. Additionally, they are also fully aware that their country’s European prospect, which we support, also depend on the faithful compliance with the Agreement without misinterpretations.JOURNALIST: Some believe that A. Merkel's visit to Athens is related to these developments. Are they wrong?G. KATROUGALOS: The Chancellor has already visited our country during our time in government, as have the Presidents of the United States, France and Russia, as well as other political leaders and major figures of international politics. This is incontrovertible evidence of the upgraded international position our country enjoys as a direct result of our multidimensional and proactive foreign policy. Therefore, under no circumstances is her visit related to current political affairs. We develop our own foreign policy on the basis of our country's national interests.JOURNALIST: You recently attended important meetings in Washington in the framework of the US-Greece strategic dialogue commencing. Tell us about the cooperation schemes to be promoted...G. KATROUGALOS: We achieved this upgrade to our cooperation precisely because we proved that we are a reliable strategic partner, in the context of equal relations of mutual respect and with the common goal of enhancing security and stability in our region. In the context of the “strategic dialogue” with the U.S., apart from geopolitical issues relating to defence, counter-terrorism and security, we also held in-depth talks on energy, trade and investments, with emphasis on innovation and cutting-edge technology. Both sides wish not just to maintain but to further boost the momentum achieved by Thessaloniki International Fair. For this reason, the strategic dialogue will be held annually and in the meantime committees of the ministries involved will ensure the implementation of the agreements reached, obviously with the involvement of the private sector.JOURNALIST: Relations between our country and the U.S. have reached a very good point. Should we be expecting the Prime Minister to be visiting Washington once more in order to meet with the U.S. President?G. KATROUGALOS: This is something that took place and may take place again when both parties find it useful. It is another achievement resulting from our upgraded bilateral relations: it is not a goal to be achieved, but a result of the good level of cooperation.JOURNALIST: How is it that your government’s foreign policy can balance a good relationship of cooperation with the U.S.A. with an equally good relationship with RussiaG. KATROUGALOS: That is the essence of our multidimensional foreign policy. The EU is our political home, but we aim to serve as a bridge between the Union and other powers. We carry out multifaceted diplomatic initiatives at the multilateral and trilateral level, but none aimed against another country. Russia is a country with which we have traditionally had friendly relations and common historical and cultural traditions. We had a fleeting dark cloud in our traditionally good relations. Our response then was not due to differences in matters of foreign policy, but for reasons relating to the sovereignty of our country and good compliance with diplomatic rules. After all, short reckonings make long friends. But these are things that belong in the past. On 7 December, the leaders of the two countries discussed the substance of the steps for further improving relations between the two states, especially on the level of bilateral economic relations and contact between the two peoples. In fact, in April, the next meeting of the Joint Interministerial Committee will be held in Greece, while we agreed that the year 2019 would be dedicated to the culture and languages of both of our countries.JOURNALIST: Did the issue of Turkish provocativeness and its arms upgrades come up during your talks?G. KATROUGALOS: We always refer to Turkey's revisionist policy as an issue of respect for international legality, and never before have our views been so broadly accepted. The March meeting of the European Council saw the clearest ever condemnation of Turkish provocations in the Aegean and Cyprus as violations of International Law. And never before had there been statements similar to those of the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, Wess Mitchell, that Turkey's view on the EEZ is “a minority of one”, or such a clear message to Ankara that any adventurism on its part will not remain unanswered.JOURNALIST: What progress has been made with the issue of Mr. Tsipras’ visit to Istanbul?G. KATROUGALOS: We want the visit to take place as soon as conditions allow, as we aim at enjoying friendly relations with all countries and especially neighbouring ones. This is, after all, proven by the fact that we are among the very few remaining EU member states supporting our neighbour’s European prospects, on the self-evident condition of its respect for European and international legality and good neighbourly relations.JOURNALIST: The changes to the Constitution unquestionably bear the stamp of Syriza. Do you believe that the process will continue, or could the preservation of Article 16 and non-revisable endanger the revision?G. KATROUGALOS: Revision requires consensus, which we pursued where possible and which - perhaps - has the greatest importance, such as abolishing the unacceptable system of immunity for Ministers and political staff in general. However, there can be no consensus where we are separated by deep political and ideological differences. Furthermore, the revision process cannot be subject to political extortion, such as the one promoted by the extreme wing of New Democracy, threatening to walk out if we do not vote for the change to Article 16, with which we absolutely disagree. Therefore, the outcome of the revision will show which political power is in favour of major patriotic and democratic reforms. Unfortunately, this is yet another area where New Democracy seems to wish to kick the ball into the stands. Fortunately for the Greek people, Syriza and the other responsible political forces will not allow New Democracy to play the divisive role it has chosen. Personally, I hope that, even at the last minute, the very few remaining moderate and reasonable voices, such as that of its General Rapporteur, will prevail within the party, but I am not particularly optimistic.


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Drugged Driver Forces Car onto Airport Tarmac Underneath a Greek Airline’s Airbus

BERLIN (AP) — A man forced open a locked gate on the security perimeter of Hannover Airport in northern Germany and drove a car onto […] The post Drugged Driver Forces Car onto Airport Tarmac Underneath a Greek Airline’s Airbus appeared first on The National Herald.


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Podariko: The Greek New Year’s Custom is Still Alive

One of the oldest customs Greeks follow with the advent of the New Year is called “podariko”, from the root pod-, or foot, roughly meaning “good foot.” Loosely translated, this means ...


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‘I’ll always be there’: How living on a Greek island shaped Leonard Cohen – and inspired his poetry

Leonard Cohen’s posthumous volume The Flame: Poems and Selections from the Notebooks was recently released in Australia. Among the song lyrics and notebook extracts that comprise the book are ...


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Greece: Marianna Toli (1977 participant) passes away

Marianna Toli was a very popular GREEK artist who had starred in numerous musical plays and GREEK films. She studied History of the Art at the ...


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Illegal deportations from EU countries: Europe bouncer

Although Turkey and the EU in 2016, have concluded an agreement, which makes it easier for Greece to send refugees of the GREEK Islands legal ...


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Prime Minister launches Thessaloniki Metro first station

Greece's Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras launched the first completed section of the now 95% completed metro train network of Thessaloniki on ...


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Greece offers Egypt condolences over terrorist attacks

Greece's Foreign Ministry on Saturday expressed its abhorrence for the terror attack in Cairo and support for Egypt in a tweet posted on the Ministry's ...


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Book review: Trojan girls center stage in retelling of famous GREEK myth

Things get increasingly difficult for Briseis as it becomes apparent that, without Achilles to fight on their side, the GREEKS will lose the war. Her position ...


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Tennis: Norrie stuns Tsitsipas as Britain beat GREECE in opening tie of Hopman Cup

World number 200 Norrie upset the world No 15 Tsitsipas in straight sets, 7-6 (10-8), 6-4, but Sakkari squared the tie before mixed doubles decided ...


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