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Friday, April 12, 2019

How on Earth did our planet get its name? Not from a Greek or Roman deity, that’s for sure

With the advent of space flight, though, our perception of Earth has altered. Based on images of the planet taken from space – showing a sphere of cloud-swirled blue ocean broken up by green-brown ...


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Poroshenko thanks Patriarch Sviatoslav for serving people and supporting soldiers

FROM RISU, APRIL 9, 2019 IN A GREETINGS LETTER ON THE OCCASION OF THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE EPISCOPAL CONSECRATION OF PATRIARCH SVIATOSLAV, PRESIDENT OF UKRAINE PETRO POROSHENKO EXPRESSED HIS GRATITUDE FOR THE SERVICE OF THE HEAD OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH TO UKRAINIANS.


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Playing volleyball helps GREEKS bond

Bump. Set. Spike. As GREEK Week progressed, the three GREEK councils hosted a volleyball tournament April 8 at 7.pm. in the Wellness Center.


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Greece behind EU in gender equality, UN experts find

The team of experts presented their findings in Athens on Friday


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A new blow to Turkey, as US bill calls for documentation of Turkish violations against Greece

The bi-partisan legislation aims to strengthen ties with Greece and Cyprus


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GREEK announces that he's arrived at TwitchCon-but no one cares

As GREEK and other streamers like Chance “Sodapoppin” Morris walked to the TwitchCon convention center, he decided to test it out. “Okay, let me just ...


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The undoing of the GREEK professional

GREEKS' incomes dropped by some 27 billion euros in total over the years of the crisis, an amount that reflects the heavy taxation on earnings, the huge ...


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GREECE, Cyprus, Jordan cement East Med Gas Forum relationship

In the second summit between GREECE, Cyprus and Jordan, the leaders will focus on means to expand cooperation between the three countries in ...


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China says it respects EU laws and standards as 16+1 becomes 17+1 with new member Greece

China pledged to respect EU rules and standards as the summit with Central and Eastern European countries concluded on Friday, with Premier Li Keqiang praising Greece for officially joining the group ...


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SYRIZA OK’s State Grant for Costa Gavras’-Varoufakis Movie

ATHENS – Greece’s ruling Radical Left SYRIZA approved, through a state agency, a grant of 629,561 euros ($712,118) to help finance a film by famed […] The post SYRIZA OK’s State Grant for Costa Gavras’-Varoufakis Movie appeared first on The National Herald.


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How This GREEK Myth Foreshadowed The Climax Of 'Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina' Part 2

But during her confrontation with Father Blackwood, Sabrina remains stern and doesn't reveal her newfound abilities — or the details of her dark ...


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China Enlarges Its Circle in Europe, and Tries to Convince Europeans It Comes in Peace

On Friday, Greece joined the thickening ranks of China’s economic allies in Europe. But European officials remain wary of China’s intentions.


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Premier Li welcomes Greece to China-CEEC group

Premier Li Keqiang (center) takes a group photo with Croatian Prime Minister, Andrej Plenkovic, and the leaders of 16 central and eastern European countries, including new member Greece. [Photo ...


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GREEK PM in Croatia for International Summit

Greece's Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is scheduled to land in Dubrovnik today, where he will attend the 8th Summit of Central, East and Southeast ...


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Check out the Bucks in the playoffs, from Kareem and the Big O to the Greek Freak

Check out the Bucks in the playoffs, from Kareem and the Big O to the Greek Freak Here's a look back at every Bucks playoff year, in which they played the NBA's best: Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving, ...


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Bubbles to help you rise to the resurrection

From sipwineeducation.com Maia Gosselin brings some bubbles and wine from GREECE and the pacific northwest. These libations are here to help you ...


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The Greek Freak or The Beard? How the Tribune's K.C. Johnson voted in NBA awards balloting

Every year, the procedure is the same. Reread the voting criteria for each award. Write down all players who come to mind as possibilities. Go through every roster and add any players I might have ...


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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Markos Bolaris meets with Cuban Ambassador Zelmys María Domínguez Cortina and Metropolitan Archbishop of Central America Athenagoras (Athens, 11 April 2019)

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Markos Bolaris, on 11 April, received Cuban Ambassador Zelmys María Domínguez Cortina and Metropolitan Archbishop of Central America Athenagoras. Talks focused on the possibilities and prospects for cooperation between the two countries on the cultural and educational level, as well as on the possibility of cooperation on a level of nautical training, related to which a meeting preceded with Minister of  Shipping Fotis Kouvelis. The Ambassador referred to the possibilities for the establishment and operation of a Theological School of the Greek Orthodox Metropolitanate of Central America in Havana, since former President Fidel Castro has already provided a suitable building for this purpose in central Havana.


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Former Dayton point guard signs to play in Greece

Peristeri, which is located in the northern suburbs of the capital, Athens, announced the signing of Smith on Friday. Smith started his pro career in Cairns, Australia, in 2017, and then played in the ...


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Violets? Sweethearts?? Goddesses??? GREEK Houses shed light on a long-standing tradition

This spring, Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) had elections for their next Violet, calling attention to a lesser known aspect of GREEK life. The Violet is a ...


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GREEK and Turkish ministerial delegations meet in Athens

Greece's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Foreign Ministry delegations from both Greece and Turkey have met in Athens on Friday.


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Greek-Americans to Come Together in New York City this Sunday

NEW YORK – The Greek Independence Parade in New York City, organized by the Parade Committee of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New […] The post Greek-Americans to Come Together in New York City this Sunday appeared first on The National Herald.


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MSF Secures Affordable Pneumonia Vaccine for Refugee Kids in GREECE

The humanitarian aid organisation Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) on Friday announced that it has succeeded in securing pneumonia vaccines at ...


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Afghan Migrant Walked 4000 Miles to GREECE, Found Hell, Went Home

Khasim, an Afghan migrant fleeing the land of terror in hopes of making it to the European Union, found himself stuck in GREECE – the land of ...


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The F-35 Plays Starring Role In Exercise “INIOCHOS 2019” in Greece

The multinational exercise saw the participation of assets from Greece, Israel, UAE, Italy and the U.S. Exercise “INIOCHOS” is a yearly medium-scale exercise hosted by the Hellenic Air Force ...


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Airbnb: Irish family discovers 8 hidden cameras in Athens luxury villa

A luxury villa in Athens was banned from Airbnb and with a 9-month delay also from Booking.com after an Irish family found that the landlord had installed and hidden eight cameras were in “every room” including the bathroom. An Irish family were shocked to discover eight hidden cameras at an Airbnb property in Greece. Paul … The post Airbnb: Irish family discovers 8 hidden cameras in Athens luxury villa appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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18th Annual GREEK Independence Day Parade April 14

(FOX 2) - The 18th Annual GREEK Independence Day Parade is happening this Sunday, April 14. If you need a healthy dose of all things GREEK, this is ...


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30 best summer holiday deals for 2019: from the islands of GREECE to the north African coast of ...

The western Mediterranean makes for a classic summer cruise. A seven-night all-inclusive voyage from Mallorca to Italy, France and Spain on board ...


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That infernal vernal …

When I was in college, all the literature and history majors studied Classical GREECE. And there was no debate about it — they were required courses.


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GREECE must put gender equality at the heart of economic and social recovery, say UN ...

GENEVA / ATHENS April 12, 2019 – GREECE has a unique opportunity to simultaneously strengthen its economy and drive progress on women's ...


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Top Greek Easter Destination Bookings Up by 15%

The idyllic island of Corfu is among Greece’s most popular Easter destinations. File photo The Federation of Hellenic Associations of Travel & Tourism Agencies revealed on Friday that thus far ...


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PAOK on the brink of remarkable unbeaten season... but fans are banned from attending game in ...

GREEK Super League leaders PAOK are a victory away from securing their first domestic league title in 34 years and they could do it undefeated.


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Real estate rights and registration in GREECE

Use the Lexology Getting The Deal Through tool to compare the answers in this article with those from other jurisdictions. Rights and registration.


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Doctors Without Borders” Secures Affordable Pneumonia Vaccines for Refugee Children in GREECE

The humanitarian aid organization ”Médecins sans frontières” (Doctors Without Borders, or MSF) announced on Friday that they secured pneumonia ...


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INFE Poll 2019: How has GREECE voted?

Following yesterday's results from INFE Germany, we can now move to the south and check what INFE GREECE has to say! Who are their top favourites ...


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Greece should have more growth-friendly policy mix -IMF

WASHINGTON, April 12 (Reuters) - Greece has achieved great fiscal consolidation, but should now seek to change the policy mix to one that better supports economic growth, the head of the International ...


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Woman who Became a Mother through a Pioneering GREEK Technique Talks to ANA

A couple from Piraeus who became parents thanks to a internationally pioneering GREEK technique. Matina is one of the happiest people I've ever ...


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Hundreds attend GREEK life forum

The GREEK Life Open Forum held on March 20 in Darrin Communications Center 308 was presented as a space for students—GREEK and non-affiliated ...


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Greece Toughens Redundancy Procedures in Compliance With European Social Charter

Greece’s Labor Ministry plans to introduce over the following days the ”Valid Reason Principle” into Greek law regarding workers losing their jobs due to redundancy. The new bill will soon ...


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More needs to be done to improve the situation of migrants and refugees on the Greek islands

The European Union, for its part, should assist GREECE in accommodating asylum seekers and refugees, and in establishing better asylum procedures ...


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GREECE becomes 18th full member of China-CEEC cooperation

DUBROVNIK, Croatia, April 12 (Xinhua) -- GREECE was accepted on Friday as a full member of the cooperation mechanism between China and ...


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Ancient Greek shipwrecks open to the public for the first time in new underwater museums

GREECE'S culture ministry has announced that some of the country's vast heritage of ancient shipwrecks will be accessible to the public (divers and ...


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Girls Softball is Budding in GREECE

ATHENS – It happens every spring. Even in GREECE. That there are men playing baseball in the land of the javelin and discus and shot put should not ...


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Suspicious suitcase found near Greek parliament

A bomb disposal unit arrived on the scene to examine the suitcase


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New Greek restaurant to be latest drawcard for The Wharf Mooloolaba

The latest brainchild of Sunshine Coast award-winning chef and restaurateur Tony Kelly, Spero Greek Streethas thrown open its doors at The Wharf Mooloolaba. The latest new eatery at what is once ...


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Outcry Over Bill Seen as Restricting Public Use of Greek Beaches

The new proposed legislation on shoreline use brought up for debate in the Greek Parliament has triggered strong reactions from environmental groups and opposition parties. Environmentalists are ...


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Kathimerini: Greece joins China's 16+1 initiative

Dubrovnik. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic on Friday welcomed Greece as the 17th European member of the Cooperation of Central and Eastern European countries and China, known as the 16+1 ...


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GREEKS making more Easter bookings this year

Federation representatives report that many GREEK travelers are interested in local Easter customs and traditions, with a significant number booking ...


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GREEK Week raises over $10000 for foster youth

GREEK Week's support of the local nonprofit Promises2Kids, a charity focused on working with foster youth, proved successful as the event raised over ...


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Experimental IVF allows 'three-person' baby boy born in GREECE

By James Gallagher, Health and science correspondent - BBC News. Fertility doctors in GREECE and Spain say they have produced a baby from three ...


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