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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Prosecutor seeks 5-year jail sentence for GREEK soldiers who crossed into Turkey
A Turkish prosecutor has called for jail sentences of up to 5 years on charges of “entering a prohibited military zone'' for two GREEK soldiers who ...
YouTuber dragged for complaining about vacation to Greece
Haley Pham, an 18-year-old YouTuber with more than 2 million subscribers, is facing backlash for a video she posted on Sept. 20 detailing a trip to Greece that she called “the most dramatic thing to ...
Turkey's 'hottest actor' causes controversy in GREECE
During his stay in GREECE he had photographers following him everywhere, including during his visit to the Acropolis where he was photographed ...
GREECE'S Damage From Thomas Cook Collapse To Exceed €500 Million
Monday's shocking announcement that the British tourism giant Thomas Cook had collapsed has sparked fears across Europe in the countries where ...
Stories of change: countries making progress towards universal health coverage
In just over a year, GREECE has established almost 120 community-based primary health units, free at the point of access and known locally as Topikes ...
Blackstone to Buy Five Hotels in GREECE
INTERNATIONAL REPORT—Blackstone Real Estate Partners Europe has reached an agreement to acquire five Greek hotel businesses from the ...
GREECE aligns tax rules with BEPS actions
Moreover, via Law 4607/2019, GREECE has recently transposed EU Directive 2016/1164 (Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive I (ATAD I)), laying down rules ...
GREECE increasing border patrols and controls to stem migrant inflows
Seeking to stem rising migrant flows into GREECE, a government plan is currently under way to seal land borders and improve sea surveillance “from ...
GREECE and Hungary set renewable energy timetables
Coal-fired electricity is to be phased out in GREECE and Hungary as the countries' leaders pave the way for a transition to renewable energy.
TWA Flight 847 hijacking suspect released in GREECE in case of mistaken identity
A 65-year-old Lebanese man nabbed last week in GREECE as a suspect in the 1985 TWA Flight 847 hijacking has been released in a case of mistaken ...
Diaspora Chief: PM Mitsotakis bringing new Spring to GREECE
ATHENS – GREECE'S new Prime Minister and New Democracy leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who took office after ousting the former ruling Radical Left ...
More than 800 Migrants Cross into GREECE in Less than 48 Hours
A total of 360 refugees and illegal migrants were registered just from midnight Tuesday to 4 PM the same day at the Moria Reception and Identification ...
GREECE'S 10-year bond yield remains stable
GREECE'S benchmark 10-year bond yield remained at 1.33 percent on Tuesday, the same close as on Monday when during the day it had dropped to ...
Prysmian Lays First Non-Metallic Armor Cable in GREECE
Prysmian Group successfully completed the submarine laying operations for the Evia, Andros and Tinos islands interconnections. The Group ...
Mitsotakis tells Zaef “Greece is obliged to honor the Prespes Agreement”
“Greece is obliged to honor the Prespes Agreement,” Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis told North Macedonia counterpart Zoran Zaev. The two leaders met in New York on Tuesday at the sidelines of the UN Climate Summit 2019. It was the very first meeting between Zaef and Mitsotakis, who was a fierce opponent of the Agreement. … The post Mitsotakis tells Zaef “Greece is obliged to honor the Prespes Agreement” appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Former GREEK Prosecutor Says SYRIZA Minister “Pimped” Novartis Scandal
ATHENS – The Radical Left SYRIZA's former alternate justice minister Dimitris Papangelopoulos meddled in an investigation into an alleged scandal ...
Steady demand and good prices for GREEK onions
The onion harvest began in Greece last month and the crop is looking good. Panagiotis Antonakis from GREEK Onions Anatonakis tells us: “We are ...
Hundreds of Illegal Immigrants Transported off GREEK Island of Symi
The transportation of more than 300 refugees and illegal immigrants who arrived from Turkey to the small island of Symi began this week. All the ...
GREEK Finds on Lafayette
Look for pottery; pillows; baskets; blankets; GREEK towels; lanterns; tableware; and jewelry, shoes and clothing from young GREEK designers, available ...
Thomas Cook Collapse May Cost GREEK Tourism €500m
The losses for GREEK tourism enterprises from Thomas Cook's bankruptcy could exceed 500 million euros in the long run, according to an estimation ...
GREEK unions rally against labor reform bill
ATHENS. Thousands of GREEKS marched towards the country's parliament in central Athens on Tuesday, in protest of a proposed bill that would bring ...
GREEK Life at UND
Last week was rush week at UND! The University has been providing a GREEK Life community for individuals interested in fraternities and sororities for ...
'Illegal' GREEK ferry strike goes ahead
Ferry firms told the public that services were cancelled until early Wednesday morning, while some unveiled additional sailings to cope with the extra ...
UPDATE 2-GREEK utility Public Power Corp shrinks first-half loss
A large loss it reported in 2018 and about 2.7 billion euros of unpaid bills accumulated during the GREEK debt crisis have raised concerns over its ...
GREEK Gods: The 7 Core Males Exposed
The ancient GREEKS were a polytheistic people and worshiped a multitude of gods. The most important gods of the GREEK pantheon were the Twelve ...
ECB Fines GREEK Bank €5M For Violating Capital Buffer Rules
Law360, London (September 24, 2019, 1:12 PM BST) -- Europe's central bank has hit a GREEK bank with a €5.15 million ($5.66 million) fine for ...
Striking GREEK unions accuse government of eliminating jobs
"These are sensitive personal data," said Dimitris Karageorgopoulos who sits on the board of the General Confederation of GREEK Workers, the private ...
GREEK PM Vows to Respect Prespa Deal in Meeting With North Macedonian Counterpart
GREEK Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis told North Macedonian Prime Minister Zoran Zaev on Tuesday in New York that although he did not agree ...
Thousands of GREEKS strike over planned labour reforms
Thousands of GREEK workers have staged a mass walkout to protest against the new government's planned reforms to labour laws. It is the first strike ...
Memories, Mementos, Island Houses and Moving Homes
ATHENS – The more thoughtful Greek-American visitors to Greece know that the smiles of their friends and relatives are gifts hard fought for, because while […] The post Memories, Mementos, Island Houses and Moving Homes appeared first on The National Herald.
Longevity Via The Ikaria, Greece Blue Zone
Blue zones are regions around the globe ranging from the Nicoya Coast of Costa Rica to Sardinia, Italy, over to Loma Linda, California to Okinawa, Japan, and Ikaria, Greece where people appear to live ...
832 refugees & migrants arrive on 3 Greek islands in less than 48 hours
Refugees and migrants keep flocking to the islands of the Aegean Sea, with more than 800 people to have arrived in less than the last 48 hours. Several boats landed on the islands of Lesvos, Chios and Samos that already host must more people than they can afford. A total of 360 people were registered … The post 832 refugees & migrants arrive on 3 Greek islands in less than 48 hours appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Athens International Airport wins Award at World Routes 2019
Athens International Airport won the ‘Highly Commended’ award in the 20-50 million passenger category at the World Routes 2019 Airport Awards, held in Adelaide, Australia on September 21-24. The annual World Airport Awards are split into size categories, showcasing the exceptional marketing support that airports have provided to their airline partners, including new and existing … The post Athens International Airport wins Award at World Routes 2019 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Turkish actor Can Yamam shows “finger” to Greeks from the Acropolis
His fans describe him as extremely handsome and sexy. And maybe he is. Turkish actor Can Yamam is visiting Athens for some public relations reasons, probably a TV series promotion or something. The handsome and sexy Yamam played foul, though, right upon his arrival in the Greek capital. He went to the Acropolis and posed … The post Turkish actor Can Yamam shows “finger” to Greeks from the Acropolis appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Lebanese tourist in Europe mistakenly ID'd as 'terrorist'
A Lebanese citizen who was detained in Greece on suspicion of involvement in a 1985 TWA hijacking and set free after it turned out to be a case of mistaken identity says he is doing some paper work before flying back to Lebanon
Greece: Afghan child killed near Moria refugee camp
A five-year-old Afghan boy has died in an accident near the Moria hotspot on the Greek island of Lesvos, local media reports said Tuesday. The boy was playing inside a cardboard box in the courtyard ...
TWA Flight 847: Hijack suspect freed after same-name error
Greek police release Mohammed Saleh after concluding they have the wrong man in the 1985 incident.
Greece releases man falsely arrested for 1985 TWA hijacking
Greek authorities have released a 65-year-old Lebanese man arrested last week for involvement in a 1985 hijacking that left a US serviceman dead. They say his arrest was a case of mistaken identity.
Blythe Danner Joins ‘American Gods’ Season 3 as Greek Goddess Demeter
Blythe Danner has been cast on Season 3 of Starz’ “American God” in the recurring guest role of Demeter, the Greek goddess of the harvest “who has an unresolved romantic history with Mr. Wednesday.” ...
For sale in Upstate NY: Home flippers’ dream, a $30,000 Greek Revival
Here’s a bargain for a single story Greek Revival. It was previously listed in July for $35,000 but the price has dropped an additional $5,000. Someone had bought the house about 10 years ago but ...
Mitsotakis Mati Tragedy: At UN he blames “climate change,” at home “Syriza”
Greeks were stunned to hear Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, saying on Monday that the devastating fire in Mati was due to the climate change. You see, ever since the disaster that caused the lives of 102 people in july 2018, New Democracy has been accusing the Regional governor of Attica, Rena Dourou, a leading member … The post Mitsotakis Mati Tragedy: At UN he blames “climate change,” at home “Syriza” appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Turkish fighter jets fly over Kastelorizo hours before Mitsotakis-Erdogan meeting in New York
A pair of Turkish F-16s flew over the Greek island at noon
Greek Govt Faces Union Protest Over Labour Reform
Thousands of people marched through the streets of Athens Tuesday as a general strike paralysed the Greek capital, the first major protest against the conservative government since it took power in ...
Investments and Eastern Mediterranean to Dominate Mitsotakis’ Meeting with Trump
NEW YORK – Geopolitical developments in the Eastern Mediterranean, as well as attracting U.S. investment in Greece, are expected to be at the centre of […] The post Investments and Eastern Mediterranean to Dominate Mitsotakis’ Meeting with Trump appeared first on The National Herald.
The 50 Best Things to Do in Greece
Greece is a bucket list country, filled with dozens of bucket list destinations like Santorini and Meteora. It’s known for its islands, which dot the water surrounding every side of the country, as ...
Commission ‘aware’ of increase of migrants to Greece, Bulgaria
File photo. European Council President Donald Tusk (L) and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (R) shake hands in front of Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov (C) during the summit meeting ...
Earthquake with magnitude 5 R rattles the island of Crete
A strong earthquake measuring 5 on Richter scale rattled the island of Crete on Tuesday morning. The earthquake occurred at 10:48 .a.m. Its epicenter was in the sea area of south Crete, some 68 km off Makris Gialos in the Prefecture of Lasithi. Its focal depth was 15.5 km. According to the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center, … The post Earthquake with magnitude 5 R rattles the island of Crete appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Afghan boy dies after truck runs over box on Greek island
Greek police say a 5-year-old boy from Afghanistan has been killed after being accidentally run over by a truck on the Aegean Sea island of Lesbos