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Monday, April 27, 2020
Greece makes “use of mask mandatory in closed places”
The use of face mask will be mandatory in closed and busy places when the lockdown is lifted , Professor for Infectious Diseases and spokesman of Greece’s National Health Organization Sotiris Tsiodras announced on Monday. Speaking at the daily briefing about the course of the coronavirus in the country, Tsiodras said that the committee of … The post Greece makes “use of mask mandatory in closed places” appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece holidays: Nation to open border to tourists by July sparking hope for holiday plans
GREECE has revealed that it is hoping to open its borders to tourists by July, sparking hopes for Britons' summer holiday plans.
Hampden Greek eatery Souvlaki expands to D.C.
Souvlaki, the tiny Greek restaurant on the Avenue in Hampden, has added a new location to the south. The eatery recently branched out with a second restaurant in Washington, D.C. Owner Dimitrios ...
German Ministry of Health blunder: Illustration presents Greece as…Turkey’s “child”! (photo)
Twitter users make harsh comments such as "so much lack of sensitivity can only be found in Germany"
Greece: Hundreds homeless after migrant camp fire on Samos island
Officials say conflict among migrants leads to fire in overcrowded camp, leaving hundreds homeless.
German Health Ministry features “Greece” as “Turkey’s child”
Ignorance? Arrogance? A gaffe? Yes, Yes and certainly No. An illustration published by the German health ministry triggered an outrage on Greek social media on Monday and forced the institution in Berlin to withdraw the despicable sketch. The sketch is part of a PDF providing information to coronavirus in 6 languages. And there it went, … The post German Health Ministry features “Greece” as “Turkey’s child” appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Precious icons stolen from Epirus monastery allegedly auctioned in gallery abroad
Two precious icons that are allegedly stolen from church and monasteries in Epirus, western Greece, have been auctioned by a private gallery in Europe, local media reported. According to epiruspost, “two of the hundreds of icons stolen from the churches and monasteries of Epirus between 2000 and 2010 were put up for auction. Apparently the … The post Precious icons stolen from Epirus monastery allegedly auctioned in gallery abroad appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek Minister: EU Strategy Needed for Tourism Comeback after Covid-19
Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has called for a common EU strategy in order for tourism demand to rise and the industry to restart.
Coronavirus Greece: Total cases reach 2.534, 2 deaths, 43 intubated
A total of 65 people have so far been discharged from ICUs
PM Mitsotakis speaks on the phone with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Grandi
Mitsotakis underlined the importance of a program for the relocation of unaccompanied minors in Greece to other European countries
Migri: First children from Greek refugee camps arriving in Finland soon
Finland will begin transferring underage asylum seekers from the Mediterranean region in May and June, the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) said on Monday. Most of the children will come from ...
The Telegraph: 14 Small Greek Islands to Visit after Lockdown
The Telegraph has highlighted 14 of Greece’s least populated islands as ideal travel destinations for the summer of 2020, after the Covid-19 lockdown is lifted.
To manage the Covid-19 crisis, look to Greece
Greece has spectacularly outperformed both Germany and the UK in its handling of the coronavirus outbreak, notes Peter Holliday ...
“Shall I go out and get the virus?” Some Greeks uneasy about lockdown lifting (POLL)
“We can’t stay in lockdown forever,” Professor for Infectious Diseases and spokesman of National Health Organization Sotiris Tsiodras said on Saturday, as Greece is preparing for the gradually lifting of coronavirus -related measures on May 4. However, some Greeks feel uneasy about the end of restrictions. Tsiodras efended the government plan to gradually ease the … The post “Shall I go out and get the virus?” Some Greeks uneasy about lockdown lifting (POLL) appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek man who shot at refugees accused of attempted murder
Man, 55, on Lesbos island says he believed men he shot at had trespassed on his property and claims he acted in defence.
Greek Hoteliers Request Operation of Airbnb-type Rentals to be Temporarily Suspended
Greek hoteliers have requested for the temporary suspension of short-term rental leases for private properties, citing reasons of public health due to Covid-19.
Inconceivably dirty Finnish blow to Greece & the exemplary answer of the Greek ambassador in Helsinki (docs)
And it is not the first time Greece is being back-stabbed by its European allies...
Daybreak Nation on Location: The Simple Greek
Not only have they updated the decor and paint, they also added spacing stickers and protective barriers BOARDMAN, Ohio (WYTV) – The Simple Greek in Boardman is back up and running and safety is their ...
Greece will open up to holidaymakers by July and Brits will be included
GREECE is hoping to open to holidaymakers by July – and British tourists WILL be included. Senior Greek officials explained that popular destinations will open for business once strict ...
Hard Rock Confident in Success of Greek Casino License Appeal
Hard Rock is confident that it will win a court appeal of the Hellenic Gaming Commission’s decision to disqualify the operator from the race for a license a casino resort near Athens ...
How To Make a Bubbly Greek Cocktail
Rach's hubby John uses ouzo (which tastes like sambuca), honey instead of sugar and lemon to make a cocktail spritzer he's dubbed The Bubbly Greek. GET THE RECIPE: John Cusimano's Bubbly Greek Cocktai ...
How To Make Greek Sheet Pan Chicken With Feta & Pepperoncini
Rach's Greek-inspired sheet pan dinner with feta cheese, potatoes + pepperoncini is so easy. GET THE RECIPE: Greek Sheet Pan Chicken With Feta & Pepperoncini ...
Germany Ditches Insulting Cartoon Depicting Turkey as Greece’s Mother
A German government cartoon which inexplicably depicted Greece as a young girl holding the hand of her mother, representing the nation of Turkey, has been withdrawn after a furious social media ...
Migrants: 200 homeless after fire on Greek island Samos
Dozens of asylum seekers were left homeless after a fire devastated a camp on the Greek island of Samos, an official from the immigration ministry said on Monday. ''Some 200 people have remained ...
University study warns of early lifting of lockdown, suggests exit in August
An academic study warns of the danger of a new pandemic wave in Greece, even in August, should the lockdown measures be lifted early and without the necessary precautions of safety distances, gradual increase of the contacts among the citizens and the epidemiological surveillance of the population. The study by the Aristotle University in Thessaloniki … The post University study warns of early lifting of lockdown, suggests exit in August appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Labor rallies on May 1 postponed for after lockdown lifting, says gov’t spokesman
Unions in Greece are already planning alternative actions to labor rallies on May 1 due to the lockdown measures. The government has decided to postpone the labor rallies and events on a later date, however, yet, it is not clear whether the lockdown-fatigued Greeks will comply with the government decision. Government spokesman Stelios Petsas urged … The post Labor rallies on May 1 postponed for after lockdown lifting, says gov’t spokesman appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Finding solutions to Greece’s refugee education crisis
English Analysis on Greece and 6 other countries about Education, Children and Refugees; published on 27 Apr 2020 by Theirworld ...
Greece heartbreak: Why social distancing is impossible on ‘congested’ islands
GREECE remains in the midst of a humanitarian crisis that continues to boil as refugees stuck in horror camps on the Aegean island hope that the worrying rise in cases reported in the centres is ...
Reviving Air Travel Key to Greek Tourism Restart
Key to getting Greek tourism back in motion is resolving the issue of air transport, Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas said.
Following truck concern, Greece’s bishops demand opening of churches
It was clear that the concert on a truck through the streets of Athens over the weekend sent the wrong messages amid the lockdown restrictions in Greece. The clergy wants that the churches open mmediately and some even warn to open them without waiting for the government approval. At least three bishops raised their voices … The post Following truck concern, Greece’s bishops demand opening of churches appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece is illegally occupying 18 Turkish islands in Aegean, says Turkish newspaper
The article hosts a former General of the Turkish army who proposes the issue must be taken to NATO
Greece to Gradually Start Lifting Lockdown Measures on May 4
The relaxation of restrictions in Greece designed to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus will be gradual and targeted while the stages of lifting the measures will be spaced apart in order to ...
Coronavirus death toll reaches 136 in Greece
A man and a woman who both suffered from underlying illnesses
Guardian: Greece plans Covid-19 immunity certificates for tourism
The Greek Tourism Ministry prepares for a set of new rules and regulations
Fire at migrant camp in Greek island leads to partial evacuation
Fires have broken out at a migrant camp on the Greek island of Samos, leading to its partial evacuation, with firefighters saying that though they are still fighting the ...
Hard Rock optimistic as it seeks appeal to Greek casino denial today
Before it comes to that, though, the company is trying to settle the matter on a more local level. It has gone to the Greek Preliminary Appeals Authority and back to the Hellenic Gaming Commission ...
Greece planning to introduce new rules for tourists for summer 2020
The country's tourism minister has said there will be new rules for hotels, beaches and pools as the world tries to adapt in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic ...
Scores homeless after Greek migrant camp fire
Scores of asylum-seekers were left homeless when a fire tore through a camp on the Greek island of Samos, a migration ministry official said Monday.
On this day, Koukidis sacrificed himself to prevent Nazis from dishonouring the Greek flag
A military procession, consisting of two motorcycles, a Kubelwagen and a truck, ascends from Thissio towards the Acropolis. At the ...
Greek Church leaders’ “ultimatum” demanding reopening of Churches
The Greek Church feels left out in the decision-making process about the reopening of the temples
Hot Sharkira and…ancient Greek philosopher Plato
The music star completed a philosophy course in her lockdown time
Covid-19: European tourism requires 375 bn euros to recover, says report
Most affected, according to the ETC director, will be "the countries where the GDP is more dependent on tourism, as is the case of Greece, Portugal, Spain and Italy."
Test your GREEK translation skills to win prose or poetry prizes
GREEK is the focus language this year for the Australian Association for Literary Translation (AALITRA) and if you are an Australian citizen or are a ...
Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. LeBron James – The Battle for MVP
'The GREEK Freak' is averaging a double-double with career-highs in points and rebounds on top of improved shooting from three-point range – one of ...
Four Discoveries of Ancient GREEK Astronomy That Still Baffle Experts
The Histories by Herodotus (484BC to 425BC) offers a remarkable window into the world as it was known by ancient GREEK astronomy in the mid fifth ...
Vrahos: The Genesis of Sydney's GREEK nightlife
Situated on corner of King and Mary streets, Newtown, it was conveniently positioned in the heart of the GREEK inner city communities of Enmore, ...
Vale Kleio Nikakis, 90, a well-known figure of the GREEK community passes away
Kleio and her husband, Michael, were known for their strong presence in the GREEK Australian hospitality industry with the ownership of restaurants ...
nikolas kouretas' GREEK holiday house balances vernacular and contemporary architecture
situated within a vineyard site overlooking the bay of parikia, the project offers a heavenly summer bolthole. nikolas kouretas' GREEK holiday house ...