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Thursday, February 13, 2020

15 people die of flu in a week, increase Greece’s death toll to 53

Fifteen more people died of flu complications within a week in Greece raising the number of death toll to 53, the National Public Health Organization (EODDY) said in its weekly bulletin on Thursday. During the same week, February 6-13, 2020, 87 serious cases of influenza have been recorded, the infected patients had to hospitalized, some … The post 15 people die of flu in a week, increase Greece’s death toll to 53 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Turkish jets violate Greek air space 121 times in less than 48 hours

Turkish F-16 fighter jets conducted 53 violations of Greek airspace, 9 violations of Athens FIR and 14 overflights over Aegean islands on Thursday, just a few hours after the meeting of the defense ministers of the two countries on the sidelines of the NATO meeting in Brussels. The fighter jets flew 14 times in low … The post Turkish jets violate Greek air space 121 times in less than 48 hours appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Giannis and Liam Charles: Antetokounmpo poses with son on his lap

For Giannis Antetokounmpo this is one of the happiest times in his life: the arrival of son Liam Charles. He shares the precious moments with his fans, posting pictures of the baby on his social media accounts. The NBA star became father for the first time on Monday and announced the great news with a … The post Giannis and Liam Charles: Antetokounmpo poses with son on his lap appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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New Greek Eatery To Open Next Week

Pita Bowl is a casual Greek-food build-your-own style restaurant that will open Monday, February 17th at 11 a.m., according to Dean Leunes, one of the owners along with his parents Rea and Steve ...


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North Macedonia finds 53 migrants crammed into a truck

The migrants are believed to have entered North Macedonia illegally from GREECE. They were transferred to detention centers in the capital of Skopje ...


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GREECE Activates Civil Protection Plan for Potential Santorini Volcano Eruption

The General Secretariat for GREECE'S Civil Protection has issued a new plan for addressing the consequences of a possible eruption of the ancient ...


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GREECE, Algeria call for no foreign interference in Libya: minister

Visiting Greek Foreign Minister Nikolaos Dendias said on Thursday that GREECE and Algeria agree on a political solution without foreign military ...


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Siteminder: Airbnb Among Top 2019 Hotel Booking Channels in GREECE

Airbnb made an appearance for the first time among the top hotel booking channels in GREECE in 2019, according to SiteMinder, a leading hotel ...


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Death Toll from Influenza Rises to 53 in GREECE

Fifteen additional individuals died in GREECE this week from the annual outbreak of influenza during wintertime, raising the total number of fatalities this ...


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GREECE: Workers strike against the privatization plans of LARCO Metal Industry

On Tuesday, February 11 started a new strike in GREECE'S LARCO Metal Industry. The workers of LARCO Industry went on strike against the ...


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Commission calls on Romania, GREECE and Malta to adopt national air pollution control programmes

Romania, GREECE and Malta need to adopt their first national air pollution control programmes to limit their annual emissions, according to a warning ...


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State firms burdening GREECE with three billion euros

The government is seeking to dig GREECE out of a debt hole to the tune of three billion euros created by five of GREECE'S state-run corporations (DEKO).


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GREECE Sees 60% – 70% Cancellations by Chinese Travelers

The number of Chinese visitors that have cancelled trips to GREECE due to the coronavirus outbreak has already reached 60 to 70 percent, Greek ...


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National and demographic continuity

All of the studies on the evolution of GREECE'S population numbers agree on one thing: The country is on course for a significant demographic decline.


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A Travel Guide To GREECE: 11 Things To Know While Planning Your Trip

GREECE is a beautiful country with lots of history, fresh Mediterranean food, sweeping views, beaches, and a charming vibe. It's a must-visit for many ...


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Classics and business professors lead students abroad in GREECE and Egypt

The University of Cincinnati's president, Neville Pinto, along with UC's Vice Provost for International affairs, Raj Mehta, envisioned an honors course ...


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GREECE has one of the highest numbers of radio stations in Europe

GREECE has the third highest number of enterprises operating as radio broadcasters across the European Union (EU) in 2017, according to the latest ...


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Sales of new cars kept growing in GREECE during January

Car sales in GREECE continued to recover last month, as, according to Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) figures processed by the Association of ...


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Brussels raises GREECE'S growth estimate to 2.4 pct

However, this figure continues to lag the government estimate of 2.8 percent and is much closer to that of the Bank of GREECE (2.5 percent).


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Tourism Minister: Nearly 1 million Israelis elect GREECE for their vacations

"Almost one million Israelis spent their holidays in GREECE in 2019. Our aim is to attract even more tourists. Israel tourists visiting GREECE are on the ...


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GREECE councilman David Barry Jr. announces bid for State Senate

GREECE, N.Y. (WROC) — GREECE Town Councilman David Barry Jr. will run for the New York State Senate as a Republican this year. A press release ...


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New Alzheimer’s study and a Greek restaurant’s new home

Wake Forest health researchers will study mice to try and track early on-set indicators. It's just one of the many big business stories this week. A popular Greensboro Greek restaurant will eventually ...


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Diversity, creation and more than 55,000 visitors at the 71st edition of MBFWMadrid

Feb 13, 2020 Picture:  • More than 1,000 media professionals covered MBFWMadrid while the official parade website was visited by more than 220,000 users • MBFW Madrid was the scene of the first 5G parade held in Spain by the winner of the Samsung EGO Innovation Project, Yvan Andreu, who opened the day dedicated to young talents Madrid, 13 February 2020 --( ASIA TODAY )-- The 71st edition of MBFWMadrid closed its first call for 2020 on a very positive note and with many new features in its organisation. The largest Spanish fashion show organised by IFEMA took place from 28 January to 2 February with Hall 14.1 of Feria de Madrid as its main stage, among other emblematic locations in the city of Madrid. This first edition of 2020, and therefore of the new decade, registered more than 1,000 media professionals interested in covering the great national fashion event. What’s more, 55,150 people enjoyed the meeting from 28 January to 2 February. What's new in the calendar Highlighted among the most important novelties of this edition was the inclusion of three names synonymous with fashion in our country: Pertegaz, which for the first time paraded in a fashion week under the creative direction of Jorge Vázquez; Fernando Claro, which premièred at MBFWMadrid in the wake of its media impact generated as one of the firms chosen by our country’s most popular influencers; and Dominnico, whose parade featured in the show’s programme of well established designers after winning the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent Award in July 2019. This call was privileged to bring in a total of 37 leading Spanish designers and brands, which presented their collections on the Madrid catwalk. The edition was opened on 28 January by Pilar Dalbat, who presented the collection on her firm’s 20th anniversary in the Salón de Bóvedas of the Casa de la Panadería. The Granada designer gave way to parades of well established designers who presented their proposals at different venues in Madrid during the day. On the 29th, the parades started in Hall 14.1 of IFEMA with Roberto Diz. All of each day's presentations were held at the Feria de Madrid with the exception of the last parade on Wednesday (Pedro del Hierro), Thursday (Pertegaz) and Friday (L'Oréal Paris Visibility Parade), which took place at the Galería de Cristal in the Palacio de Cibeles, with the collaboration of Madrid City Council as part of its programme, Madrid Capital de Moda (MCDM). This edition of MBFWMadrid also included two unique parades. On the one hand, the L'Oréal Paris Visibility Parade, as a tribute to women over 50; and on the other, the global presentation of the new Iberia uniforms in the Iberia by Teresa Helbig parade, held on Saturday, 1 February. Samsung EGO On this occasion, the Samsung EGO meeting brought the MBFWMadrid January 2020 calendar to a close on Sunday, 2 February. Specifically, in this call, the day was opened by the winner of the Samsung EGO Innovation Project, Yvan Andreu, with the first parade in Spain developed using 5G technology. This proposed merger of fashion and technology was a true demonstration of what Samsung and its new smartphones compatible with the 5G network can achieve. A platform for the business With the focus placed on the capital generating business, in this edition the MBFWMadrid organisation included a programme of national buyers in the programme of international professional guests. Well-known and prestigious multi-brand stores from different parts of Spain came to MBFWMadrid to learn about the designers’ creative proposals. Percha (Santander), Alejandra Montaner (Valencia), Santa Eulalia (Barcelona) and Madrid's Pez, Beniroom and Es Fascinante, among others, attended the event to see the Spanish designers’ collections first hand. Internationalisation of the Parade In the same way, at this edition, the parade management took a further step forward in the programme of international buyers with the presence of a large group of professionals of the highest quality and interest in our market, as well as inviting significant international showrooms. Representatives of prominent fashion outlets and distributors such as the Selfridges shopping centres in Great Britain, Saks Fifth Avenue in Kazakhstan or Galeries Lafayette in Qatar, the Parisian MC2 and MF showrooms and the Mytheresa on-line store. Furthermore, with the aim of promoting the internationalisation of the parade, renowned media outlets such as Vogue Italy, Vogue Greece, Elle Portugal, the Schon! and Madame magazines (Germany), the Reforma newspaper (Mexico) and the team of the Flash Fashion programme of NTN24 TV (Colombia), among others, were among some of the media attending the international guest programme organised by MBFWMadrid. Once again, Vogue Runway repeated in this edition. The digitalisation of MBFWMadrid The visibility of MBFWMadrid in the digital environment increased over previous editions. More than 220,000 users consulted MBFWMadrid information through the official parade website, prominent were the more than 50,000 new users coming to the official site for the first time. Regarding social networks, MBFWMadrid broke records in the growth of its official profiles at this edition, reaching 350,000 followers on the different social platforms in which the parade is present. Similarly, the presence of MBFWMadrid at GPS Radar gave the parade visibility on an international social network of fashion. A sustainability-oriented catwalk Sustainability was especially present at this edition of MBFWMadrid. Some of the designers participating opted for Slow Fashion, small collections made in local workshops and with quality, durable garments. In addition, the official bag of this edition was made from recycled PET plastic bottles and both the sweatshirts (by the sustainable fashion brand Ecoalf) and the shoes (by Callaghan) of the hosts and hostesses of MBFWMadrid were made in materials of low environmental impact. L'Oréal Paris Award for Best Collection and Best Model Juan Vidal won the L'Oréal Paris award for Best Collection for his 'Barbara', inspired by the British writer Bárbara Cartland. The designer from Alicante won the award - for the fourth time - with a collection that pays tribute to women’s femininity. Natalia Sabe was the winner of the L'Oréal Paris Prize for the best model. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent Award The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent Award went to the young designer Fatima Miñana, who presented her collection 'Geometry of Fear' on Sunday, 2 February, on the day dedicated to Samsung EGO emerging talent. With this creative proposal, the young creator from Madrid seeks to defend the importance of design and avant-garde by creating unique pieces. Sponsors The 71st edition had the support of 18 leading brands in its sector: Mercedes-Benz, L’Oréal Paris and Inditex, as the main sponsors; Samsung, Dyson, Royal Bliss, Mar de Frades, Licor 43, Iberia, Mó de Multiópticas and Smart Water as sponsors; and Appletiser, Santander, ESNE, Callaghan, Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid (official hotel of MFWMadrid), IED and URJC, as collaborators. Category:  Manufacturing and Production Tourism & Destinations Event Entertainment Event FeaturedNews:  Show in Featured News TopPicture: 


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Greek islands overcrowded with migrants take stand against government

EFE/EPA/STRATIS BALASKAS Five Aegean islands overcrowded with more than 40,000 migrants have taken a stand against the Greek government. Tens of thousands of people, mainly from conflict-ridden ...


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Ordination to the Diaconate of Pavlos Sotirelis

BOSTON – His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros has ordained Pavlos Sotirelis, a senior at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox school of Theology to the diaconate in […] The post Ordination to the Diaconate of Pavlos Sotirelis appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greek State, SNF Agreement on New Komotini Hospital Ratified in Parliament

ATHENS – Parliament ratified a contract of the state with the Stavros Niarchos Foundation for the construction of a new hospital in Komotini, NE Greece, […] The post Greek State, SNF Agreement on New Komotini Hospital Ratified in Parliament appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greek Defense Min calls for Increased NATO Presence in Aegean Sea

ATHENS – Defense Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos called for the strengthening of NATO’s presence in the Aegean Sea on Thursday so as to halt, as he […] The post Greek Defense Min calls for Increased NATO Presence in Aegean Sea appeared first on The National Herald.


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How to Greek Up Your Valentine’s Day

You might often wish your partner could get a closer look into your culture, which would help them understand you even better. And while love is of course a universal feeling, Greek is the best ...


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Restaurant review: Go Greek Molon Labe finds its home in Estero

Restaurant review: Go Greek Molon Labe finds its home in Estero When Molon Labe Souvlaki opened in Fort Myers, it sat empty. It's moved and become Go Greek Molon Labe in Estero, and things have ...


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New look for Greece's Aegean Airlines as it receives first A320neos

Greece’s largest carrier Aegean Airlines unveiled a new livery as it took delivery of three Airbus A320neo aircraft, the first of 46 planes that will renew its fleet. Aegean, a member of the Star ...


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Brussels Says Greece’s Growth in 2020 Will be Well Above EU Average

In regard to Greece, European Commissioner for Economy Paolo Gentiloni sent some very positive reinforcement, saying that the Greek economy is well on track. The Brussels forecast estimates that ...


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Athanassios Rantos Named New President of the Greece’s Council of State

ATHENS – State Minister and government spokesman Stelios Petsas announced on Thursday that Athanassios Rantos, senior ranking member, is the new head of the country’s […] The post Athanassios Rantos Named New President of the Greece’s Council of State appeared first on The National Herald.


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Ancient Greek Art Exhibition at Museum of Cycladic Art

ATHENS – Two permanent exhibitions attempt to transport visitors to the world of antiquity. The birth of Greek art in the protohistoric Aegean, the development […] The post Ancient Greek Art Exhibition at Museum of Cycladic Art appeared first on The National Herald.


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Sen. Bob Menendez: Turkey-Libya Memorandum on Maritime Jurisdiction “Outrageous”

WASHINGTON, DC – Recognizing that Greece and the Republic of Cyprus are not the countries causing problems in the Southeast Mediterranean region, a State Department […] The post Sen. Bob Menendez: Turkey-Libya Memorandum on Maritime Jurisdiction “Outrageous” appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greek Hotel Market Sees Slight Decrease in 2019, Says MKG

Although hotels in European Mediterranean countries ended 2019 with growth, Greece experienced a slight downturn last year in terms of RevPAR and occupancy rate. Moreover, MKG’s data showed that a ...


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Residents from Greek islands protest in Athens against building new migrant camps

Greek residents from islands harboring thousands of asylum-seekers staged a protest in Athens on Thursday against plans to build new camps. Dozens of demonstrators, including officials from the ...


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Greek billionaire Alki David to bring his weed empire down under

A billionaire weed merchant who was arrested with 5000 cannabis plants on his private jet in the Caribbean plans to open shop in Australia. 


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Greek GDP revised to 2.4% in 2020: European Commission winter report

Growth is estimated to have grown by 2.2% in 2019


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Commission: Greek Economy to Grow by 2.4% in 2020

ATHENS – The Greek economy grew by 2.2 pct in 2019 and it is expected to grow by 2.4 pct this year and 2.0 pct […] The post Commission: Greek Economy to Grow by 2.4% in 2020 appeared first on The National Herald.


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Nostalgic Night of Music with Linos Kokotos at the Greek Islands Restaurant (Pics & Vids)

LITLLE NECK, NY – The older fans enjoyed a musical journey through time while the younger generation was also captivated by the music of the […] The post Nostalgic Night of Music with Linos Kokotos at the Greek Islands Restaurant (Pics & Vids) appeared first on The National Herald.


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Chicago’s Maria Pappas Rings in New Year with Greek Tradition

CHICAGO – The Windy City’s Greek-Americans and their friends welcomed 2020 with tradition. At the Cook County Treasurer’s Office, longtime Treasurer Maria Pappas was joined […] The post Chicago’s Maria Pappas Rings in New Year with Greek Tradition appeared first on The National Herald.


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A. Dracopoulos Never Shies Away from the True Spirit of Philanthropy in his Latest Interview in Greek Magazine

ATHENS – “Bollocks! In the full sense of the word. There’s no right or left, only the right thing: to serve the public interest and […] The post A. Dracopoulos Never Shies Away from the True Spirit of Philanthropy in his Latest Interview in Greek Magazine appeared first on The National Herald.


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Greek islands step up protests at migrant detention plan

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Mayors and residents of Greek islands hardest hit by the country’s refugee crisis have protested in central Athens against government plans to build a network of detention camps.


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Zakynthos Shipwreck is in …Turkey, claims German travel website

The famous shipwreck of Zakynthos is in … Turkey! This has been claimed by a German travel website  selling holiday packages to several countries. Advertising a holiday package to the Bodrum area in the Turkish South-West coast, the website staff uploaded a picture of the most photographed landscape of Greece:the famous Navagio, the Shipwreck of … The post Zakynthos Shipwreck is in …Turkey, claims German travel website appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Greece weather: Deterioration with rainfalls, thunderstorms, locally intense

Weather deterioration with intense rainfalls and thunderstorms is forecast for the next couple of days. The barometric low is coming from the North-West and will extend down to the South-East of the country. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to set in as of Friday morning, February 14, 2020, in the West and North-West and quickly … The post Greece weather: Deterioration with rainfalls, thunderstorms, locally intense appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Education ministry not obliged to include 'development of religious conscience' in mission, court says

GREECE'S highest administrative court ruled that the Education and Religion Ministry does not violate the constitution by no longer including in its ...


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GREECE Moves to Prevent Accidental Conflict With Turkey

ATHENS – Amid fears an itchy trigger finger by a fighter pilot or warship Captain could start a shooting war, GREECE is planning proposals to ease ...


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GREEK Islands Should Not Be Migrant Warehouses, Residents Say

ATHENS — Residents of outlying GREEK islands urged authorities on Thursday to shut overcrowded migrant camps that host thousands of asylum ...


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GREEK Island Officials Will Sue Over Land Seizures for Migrant Centers

ATHENS – Signaling a breakdown with the ruling New Democracy, officials of five GREEK islands holding nearly 50,000 refugees and migrants in ...


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Court Says GREEK Schools Not Obliged to Teach Religious Conscience

ATHENS – Greece's highest administrative court said that schools can't be required to develop “a student's religious conscience,” backing plans by the ...


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