Nearly 140 asylum seekers were relocated from Greece to Germany on Wednesday through a European Commission-funded initiative that has relocated more than 1,000 people so far this year alone, three UN agencies have reported.
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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
TUI cruise ship crew negative for COVID-19 after docked at Greek port
Twelve crew members of a cruise ship that docked at Piraeus port near Athens on Tuesday tested negative for coronavirus in repeat checks by Greek health authorities, the ship's operator TUI Cruises ...
Greek Thought
Four related themes in Greek thought are examined in this book: (1) personality and self, (2) ethics and values (3) individuals and communities, and (4) the idea of nature as a moral norm. Although ...
Education Minister “punishes”students demanding anti-pandemic measures
Unwilling to find solutions for the students demanding better anti-coronavirus measures in Greece’s schools, the Education Minister decided to punish them depriving them of school holidays. Minister Niki Kerameos vowed on Wednesday that in schools occupied by protesting students, classes will be held on school holidays, in Saturdays and on days scheduled for excursions. Aim … The post Education Minister “punishes”students demanding anti-pandemic measures appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece moves hundreds of refugees from Lesbos to mainland
Greece allows hundreds of refugees to leave Lesbos for the mainland - but thousands remain in desperate conditions.
Greek Food Fest, Halloween at the Park, John Williams virtual concert: 12 things to do in CNY
How much: $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and children St. Sophia’s Drive-thru Greek Food Fest Postponed in June because of the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 edition of St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural ...
Turkish-Greek dialogue ‘a window of opportunity’: US
Washington to ‘play any role that’s appropriate, useful, constructive,’ says US state secretary - Anadolu Agency ...
Germany accepts first 139 refugees from Greece's burned-out Moria camp
A group of children suffering serious health problems and their immediate families arrived in Germany. It was the first resettlement flight after the notorious refugee camp burned down earlier this month.
Saunas, sex clubs and street fights: how Sunil Gupta captured global gay life – and Miss UK
From the treacherous ‘sex trucks’ of New York to the grim days of Aids and Clause 28 in Britain, Sunil Gupta had a ringside seat at the fight for gay liberation. At last, the Zelig-like photographer is getting his dues Sunil Gupta can remember the names the white schoolkids called each other when he arrivsunisunil l guptaed in Montreal in the late 1960s, having moved there from Delhi. “There were Greeks and Italians,” he says over a cup of tea in his loft-like apartment and workspace in London. “People used very pejorative terms freely. I learned the whole vocabulary.” His fellow pupils, however, did not yet have the words to describe Gupta. “They had never heard of India. My ‘baggage’ was useless.” He also recalls his first boyfriend. “This American boy: blond hair, blue-eyed, Irish, from Wisconsin.” He didn’t know much about Indians, says Gupta, “but he was very knowledgeable about the streets.” Again, Gupta hadn’t the terminology for what they did together. “I’d been very sexually active since as far back as I can remember,” he explains. “In large Indian families, there is a very strict formality on the surface, but underneath everything goes. There were boys in the neighbourhood, but it didn’t have a name. Besides, my future was laid out: at the right age, your mum and dad found you a spouse.” Continue reading...
Black Greek organization helps people register to vote
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — For the past few weekends, volunteers have been canvassing neighborhoods trying to make sure people have all the information they need to vote in the November election. Dee Muldrow, ...
New lockdown would be devastating for Greek economy, Finance Minister warned
He said an 8% recession forecast was included in the state budget
Greek hospital doctor invites mask-deniers to ’emergency duty’ without protection
A doctor at the Ippokatio hospital in Athens has challenged deniers of masks and Covid-19. He invited them to accompany him during the emergency duty of the public hospital under one condition: that they will not wear a mask or any other protective gear and they also sign a relevant statement. On social media, doctor … The post Greek hospital doctor invites mask-deniers to ’emergency duty’ without protection appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
139 refugees head to Germany from Greece for resettlement
Greek authorities say 139 vulnerable asylum-seekers who had been living in overcrowded Greek island camps have left for Germany, as part of efforts to ease overcrowding and move refugees to other European countries
Couple’s fury as £2,000 TUI holiday ruined by pool ‘with human faeces’ and no electricity after Greek cyclone hit
A COUPLE have spoken of their fury after discovering filthy deep-fat fryers and a pool 'full of human faeces' after a cyclone forced them to fend for themselves on a £2,000 Greek holiday. Lisa Ray and ...
Thermopylae – Salamina 2020. Victory of Eternal Ideas and Values – Greek Parliament building illuminated in remembrance (photos)
A celebration of remembrance and inspiration is taking place
Erdogan twists realities as he writes to EU officials & leaders ahead of crucial Summit
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged European leaders to take an impartial stance against Turkey regarding the issue of the Eastern Mediterranean. Ahead of the crucial EU Summit on October 1-2, where possible sanctions could be imposed, Erdogan wrote a letter to EU officials and the leaders of member states, informing them about Turkey’s stance on … The post Erdogan twists realities as he writes to EU officials & leaders ahead of crucial Summit appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece launches peace initiative via OSCE, FM to travel to Armenia
Greece is launching peace initiative regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias is planning an imminent visit to Armenia’s capital Yerevan aiming to defuse the escalating tensions. At the same time, Athens warns Turkey to refrain from intervention. The Greek Foreign Ministry has wrote to the Albanian Presidency of the Organization for Security … The post Greece launches peace initiative via OSCE, FM to travel to Armenia appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Turkey calls on EU to be impartial on Med row, boost dialogue
President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan has called on the EU to adopt an impartial line in dealing with the ongoing tension between Turkey and Greece over the eastern Mediterranean and to provide conditions for a constructive dialogue in a letter he sent to all the EU leaders except for Greece and Greek Cyprus ahead of the European Council summit slated for Oct. 1 and 2.
GREECE, Spain FMs in Cyprus to talk Turkey
The Foreign Ministers of GREECE and Spain will pay working visits to Cyprus on Wednesday focusing on EU-Turkey relations given Ankara's activities ...
GREECE could avoid quarantine list tomorrow as mainland 'drops back into amber zone'
GREECE holidays were looking like they could be at risk of being added to England's quarantine list earlier this week. However, the country's infection ...
WiFi4EU stories: an interview with ICT Manager of Thermaikos, Greece
Proud winner of the second WiFi4EU Call, the Greek municipality of Thermaikos has leveraged the EUR 15,000 voucher to develop digital services and upgrade digital infrastructure in the area.
GREEK FM in Cyprus ahead of Brussels summit
GREEK Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias is visiting Nicosia on Wednesday for talks with his Cypriot counterpart ahead of a crucial special European ...
GREEKS back in Korea for tanker orders
In other GREEK tanker ordering news in Korea, brokers report Pantheon Tankers is paying Samung Heavy Industries $55.5m per unit for two 157,000 dwt ...
Italy, GREECE, Poland and Sweden in danger of being scrapped from UK's travel corridor list
GREECE'S infection rate has climbed to 21.4, which is more than the UK's seven-day threshold of 20 cases per 100,000, which normally triggers the ...
US Chief Technology Officer Michael Kratsios Eyes GREECE as Technology Hub
Kratsios worked tirelessly with his Greek counterparts to finalize the agreement, signed by Pompeo and GREECE'S Minister of Development and ...
15 October: Virtual Open Lecture In search for the lost GREEK infinitive in Anatolia
The GREEK Community of Melbourne continue their GREEK history and culture seminars program with a lecture presented by Dr Ioanna Sitaridou on ...
Whatever Happened To Scarlett Johansson, Colin Jost's Summer Wedding?
In fact, the outlet claimed the two would wed in GREECE. Gossip Cop has been on the lookout for the “star-studded ceremony” all summer, but it doesn't ...
Samsung Heavy scores suezmax tanker order from GREECE'S Pantheon
Samsung Heavy scores suezmax tanker order from GREECE'S Pantheon. Pantheon Tankers books two more vessels at the Koje shipyard after it ...
The Greek Yogurt Market is expected to grow by $ 1.33 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of 8% during the forecast period
30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Greek Yogurt Market in Europe 2020-2024" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p04988851/?utm_source=GNW Our reports on ...
700 Greek schools occupied by students protesting unsafe return to classes
School students in Greece have escalated their protest against the unsafe reopening of schools, with 700 schools across 35 towns and cities under occupation as of yesterday. Following last week’s ...
Greek style handled vases are the homeware trend stealing the limelight right now
Greek inspired vases are appearing all over the high street, with H&M Home, Zara Home and Cos all have offering their own versions. We’ve picked the best handled vases for you to get your hands on.
Written test for GREEK citizenship
Greece's Interior Ministry has changed the Code of GREEK citizenship for foreigners wishing to be naturalized GREEKS. Foreigners wishing to obtain ...
Open Online Seminar: In search for the lost GREEK infinitive in Anatolia
“In this talk I discuss the evolution of Pontic GREEK within the broader context of Asia Minor GREEK and in relation to the emergence of other Modern ...
Thessaloniki Native, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourlas Says Coronavirus Vaccine Progressing
Thessaloniki native Albert Bourlas, who originally studied as a veterinary doctor in GREECE, is now spearheading the fight to produce a coronavirus ...
French Film 'On sourit pour la photo' finishes filming in GREECE
French movie production 'On sourit pour la photo' has finished filming in GREECE ahead of its release in 2021. “I am happy that such an important film ...
GREECE'S Piraeus Port's turnover drops 5.8 pct in H1
... announced on Tuesday the financial results for the first half of 2020 in GREECE'S largest port. The figures reflect the pressure the COVID-19 pandemic ...
Cyber attack interrupts online learning at GREECE Central School District
GREECE, NY (WROC) The GREECE Central School district Tuesday was hit with a 'denial of service' cyber attack, which shut down online learning.
'A life of service to others': Father Vieron, of Memphis, dies Tuesday
Vieron was parish priest at Annunciation GREEK Orthodox Church in Memphis from 1955-1991. He was a beloved figure in Memphis, known for his work ...
Mike Pompeo's Yom Kippur visit to Thessaloniki posed 'dilemma' for GREEK Jews
Mike Pompeo's Yom Kippur visit to Thessaloniki posed 'dilemma' for GREEK Jews. By Cnaan Liphshiz September 29, 2020 6:24 pm. U.S. Secretary of ...
Vius Concerns Grow and Turkey-GREECE Tensions Rise (Podcast)
Hosts Jonathan Ferro and Guy Johnson discuss growing virus concerns across the globe and tensions between GREECE and Turkey. The Cable.
Mike Pompeo praises Greece in shot across Turkey’s bow
Mike Pompeo has praised America’s relationship with Greece, describing a Nato base on Crete as home for an American warship and signalling a cooling of relations with Turkey.The US secretary of state ...
Political and General News Events from Sept. 29
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 ** ATHENS – Prime Minister of GREECE Kyriakos Mitsotakis and U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will pay a visit to the ...
GREECE'S Attica and China's Sichuan become sister provinces
China's Sichuan Province and GREECE'S Attica Region signed a twinning agreement on Tuesday aimed to broaden and deepen cooperation in many ...
US, GREECE JOIN HANDS TO PROMOTE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The U.S.- GREECE Science and Technology Agreement was officially signed in Thessaloniki, GREECE on Monday by U.S. Secretary of State Michael ...
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece attend joint press conference
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece agreed on Saturday that the whole region needs to be included in the European Union (EU) and that the cooperation on joint projects can bring the region long-awaited prosperity and stability.
Washington boosts support for Greece in spat with Turkey
The Trump administration pumps up military and diplomatic relations with Greece, in a warning to neighboring Turkey.
GREEK, Italian and French officials to hold talks with Petrides during visits
GREEK Minister of National Defence Nikos Panagiotopoulos, accompanied by the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff Konstantinos ...
Hilde Lee: Pandemic armchair travels continue with Greece's contributions to world cuisine
GREEK civilization and cuisine eventually spread throughout the Mediterranean. The GREEKS taught the Romans to eat well. With the occupation of ...