The foreign ministry of newly renamed North Macedonia says it has formally informed the United Nations, U.N. member states and international bodies that its new name has come into effect under a historic deal to end a long dispute with neighboring Greece
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Thursday, February 14, 2019
Survey reveals average Valentine's Day evening in Athens costs 70 euros
... found that Valentines Day in Athens ranks fairly high in terms of costs for a typical February 14 evening out, placing the GREEK capital 58th on the list.
Israel Technology Firms Interested in GREEK Tourism Projects
As part of the tourism ministry's ongoing efforts to promote GREEK destinations and increase traveler flows, Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura met with ...
Secretary-General Congratulates Greece, Republic of North Macedonia on Settling Long-Standing ‘Name’ Dispute, as Agreement Enters into Force
Some 3.3 billion people employed globally in 2018 had inadequate working conditions, the International Labour Organization’s report “World Employment and Social Outlook” states. Released today, it fou...
Jewish Community Applauds First Greek Ministry to Adopt IHRA Definition of Antisemitism
The Jewish community in Greece is applauding the General Secretariat for Religious Affairs for adopting an internationally-recognized definition of antisemitism on Monday, calling it a significant ste...
Priyanka Chopra reveals Nick Jonas made GREECE the most romantic place for her. This is why
It's Valentine's Day and love is in the air! Priyanka Chopra, who is currently enjoying marital bliss with Nick Jonas, revealed that she finds GREECE to be ...
Katerine Duska will represent Greece at Eurovision
The announcement that Montreal-born Katerine Duska would represent Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 came as no surprise as it was the name that most were expecting. Now, after weeks of ...
GREEK-Australian and Two Sons Charged in Melbourne Murder
A 56-year old GREEK Australian and his two sons were arrested in Melbourne on the night of February 10, Melbourne police announced earlier this ...
The elite and the GREEK
On a campus whose very existence depends on exclusivity, GREEK life exists as a subsection of a subsection, a selective group within a selective ...
Norwegian cruiser “Viking Jupiter” crash at Piraeus pier on its maiden journey
Norwegian cruiser “Viking Jupiter” crashed at the pier of the port of Piraeus on Thursday morning. According to media reports, the cruiser with 607 passengers and 483 crew members on board was at the process of arrival when it crashed with the right side due to the stormy winds. The vessel suffered minor damages incl … The post Norwegian cruiser “Viking Jupiter” crash at Piraeus pier on its maiden journey appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek American Folklore Society Celebrates 36th Anniversary, Honors Papaioannou
ASTORIA – The Greek American Folklore Society (GAFS) celebrated its 36th anniversary (1983-2019) with a well-attended dinner dance at the St. Demetrios community’s Petros G. […] The post Greek American Folklore Society Celebrates 36th Anniversary, Honors Papaioannou appeared first on The National Herald.
Flu claims 56 lives in GREECE
ATHENS, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) -- A total of 56 people across GREECE have died from flu-related complications during the current flu season, GREECE'S ...
Greece 2019 🇬🇷 it’s a deal: Katerine Duska to Tel Aviv
GREECE – It was just announced by ERT that Katerine Duska, the Greek Canadian singer with the unique voice will represent Greece in the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest. Yes, we all agree in two ...
GREEK Hoteliers Chief Urges Gov't to Take Action, Pay Attention to Their Needs
Professionals in the GREEK hospitality sector must be informed, active and determined to address the challenges ahead despite the impressive tourism ...
St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church to host first Trivia Night on Friday, March 1
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Greece revises constitution to fight corrupt politicians
Greece's parliament on Thursday voted to revise several articles in the country's constitution, aiming to facilitate the prosecution of corrupt politicians, the prime minister's office said. Load Erro...
Former Education Chief, KINAL Back Private Colleges in GREECE
ATHENS – Jumping on New Democracy leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis' bandwagon, former Education Minister Anna Diamantopoulou and the centrist ...
GREECE working to strengthen regional security, Apostolakis says
Regional peace and security are among GREECE'S key foreign policy objectives, the country's newly-installed Defense Minister Evangelos Apostolakis ...
Wessling: Sexual assualt protection programs don't warn about Greek life
The life of a college freshman is overwhelming, terrifying, and exciting all at once. Many bright-eyed students arrive on campus prepared for the next four years to be absolutely life-changing. They h...
Team facing Rick Pitino's squad in Greek Cup semifinals up and leaves at halftime
There’s always something new to experience in life and Rick Pitino’s most recent foray into that was a doozy. The longtime NBA and college basketball coach is in Greece coaching Panathinaikos ...
World's first solar-powered passenger car on roads next year
In the first three quarters of last year, for example, GREECE and Poland registered only 231 and 958 electric vehicles, respectively, while Norway and ...
PASOK received 16bn Drachmas in funds by private companies, says ex official
“I want to apologize to the Greek people, the voters who supported us, the Greek Justice, and the 12 people who were unwittingly involved in getting the money from Siemens for the party.” Former PASOK official Theodoros Tsoukatos said during his apology in the courtroom handling the bribes SIEMENS paid to the party in 1999. … The post PASOK received 16bn Drachmas in funds by private companies, says ex official appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Getting to Know Warsaw's “Filoksenia”
Warsaw is one of the top ten fastest-growing European cities, and is known for its spin on GREEK “filoksenia”, or hospitality, which has made it a major ...
A Winemaker From the Greek Islands Will Pour Pairings at Zaytina Next Week
Welcome to Eater DC’s events roundup, a weekly curated listing of dining and drinking festivals, classes, dinners, and more. Updated regularly, this is a one-stop-shop for all the happenings in the D. ...
Feature: Greek NGO still fights food waste, malnutrition, bridging donors with charities in post-bailout
ATHENS, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) -- Eight years ago as debt-laden Greece was almost sinking into a humanitarian crisis, and soup kitchens started sprouting across the country, a group of friends joined forces ...
Learning is a welcome respite for child refugees on Kos
The KEDU school offers classes, museum trips and a sense of normalcy to young asylum-seekers on Greek island. By Leo Dobbs in Kos, GREECE | 14 ...
Completion of SNF's Grant for the Replacement of Radiotherapy Equipment around GREECE (Vid ...
Οn Thursday, February 14th, 2019, two new linear accelerators were inaugurated in the Radiotherapy Department of Attikon University General ...
Deaths from Flu Complications in GREECE Reach 56
ATHENS – The number of people who have lost their lives in GREECE due to complications from the flu during the current flu season has risen to 56, the ...
Rick Pitino's Greek team advances to finals after opponent just quit at halftime
February 14, 2019 11:31am EST February 14, 2019 11:28am EST To make things weirder, Olympiakos, the forfeiting team, is led by former Cavaliers coach David Blatt. Rick Pitino (Getty Images) Updated at ...
First woman ever to referee Greek basketball final
The match between PAOK and Panathinaikos will be held next Sunday
Paddy Power Betfair Hit With German, GREEK Tax Bill
Paddy Power Betfair has been hit with tax bills of almost £50m in Germany and Greece, more than it says it made in either country during the periods ...
Strong winds blast central GREECE
A man kitesurfs in strong wind at Liani Ammos, in Chalkida, central GREECE, Thursday. The “Chioni” weather system has swept across GREECE bringing ...
Pitino's team reaches Greek Cup final after opponent walks out at halftime
Former Louisville head coach Rick Pitino and his new squad, Panathinaikos, advanced to the Greek Cup final following a bizarre semifinal matchup against David Blatt's Olympiacos on Wednesday. After ge...
EU citizens in UK will need to travel to neighboring countries for European elections
Greeks in the United Kingdom who wish to vote in the European elections will have to travel to neighboring European Union countries in order to vote, the Greek Embassy in London announced on Wednesday. The UK will not be holding a vote due to the country’s imminent departure from the EU. The embassy said that … The post EU citizens in UK will need to travel to neighboring countries for European elections appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs announcement on the deadly terrorist attack in Iran
We express our abhorrence of yesterday’s deadly terrorist attack in Iran. Greece unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms. We express our undivided support to the people of Iran and our sincere condolences to the bereaved families.
Paddy Power Betfair set to appeal German and GREEK tax assessments
Paddy Power Betfair was also issued with a GREEK tax assessment for the financial years 2012, 2013 and 2014. This was related to paddypower.com's ...
Pitino’s Panathinaikos Reaches Final after Walkout on Refs
ATHENS (AP) — Rick Pitino is back in a final. However, the Greek team he’s coaching reached the final after their opponents walked out at […] The post Pitino’s Panathinaikos Reaches Final after Walkout on Refs appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek Authorities on Alert as Flu Claims 56 Lives
Greek health authorities have become increasingly concerned over the past several weeks as fifty-six people have died of flu complications so far this year, the Center for Disease Control and ...
A Very Greek Brexit?
Unlike the United Kingdom, Greece is one of the European Union’s smaller economies, notorious for its weak institutions and economy, and a net recipient of EU funds. And yet the Grexit near-exit from ...
Israeli Tourism to Greece Flourishing as Bilateral Relations Warm
A large number of tourists from Israel are expected to visit Greece in 2019, as the two countries have formed a new, strategic relationship with cooperation in various fields. The Greek Ministry ...
Turbo Belgium Expands in the Greek market
Turbo Belgium is pleased to announce that we are expanding our activities in the Greek Market by establishing our new office Turbo Belgium Hellas. We are proud to announce that the cooperation between ...
Pitino's Greek team reaches final after walkout on refs
ATHENS, Greece — Rick Pitino is back in a final. However, the Greek team he's coaching reached the final after their opponents walked out at halftime because of poor officiating. Greece's government h...
Greek Yogurt Global Market 2019: Key Players – Chobani, Fage, Yoplait, Stonyfield, Dannon Oikos
5.6 YoCrunch Naturals Yogurt (Company Profile, Sales Data etc.) 5.7 Straus Family Creamery (Company Profile, Sales Data etc.) 5.8 Ellenos (Company Profile, Sales Data etc.) 5.9 Cabot (Company Profile, ...
Opponent walks out during Greek Cup game due to referee complaints
ATHENS, Greece -- Greece's government has condemned a walkout by the basketball club Olympiakos during a Greek Cup semifinal game against rival Panathinaikos following complaints over the refereeing. ...
Greece the Only Western Country Which Bans Private Universities
The issue of the establishment of private universities in Greece is on the hotseat now that discussion on related constitutional amendments is taking place in the Greek Parliament. The SYRIZA ...
More than 700000 Israelis will Visit GREECE in 2019
The tourism ministry's strategic choice within the framework of the governmental cooperation between GREECE and Israel was the strengthening of ...
GREECE, Turkey to draft framework to reduce tension
The defense ministers of GREECE and Turkey, Evangelos Apostolakis and Hulusi Akar, said on Wednesday after talks in Brussels that technical teams ...
Rising GREEK star Stefanos Tsitsipas 'loses to himself' in Rotterdam exit
Rotterdam: Rising GREEK star Stefanos Tsitsipas said he "lost to himself" after suffering a shock defeat at the ATP event in Rotterdam by Bosnian Damir ...