TENS of thousands of Brits are gearing up for their summer holiday next week, as the rules change for vaccinated British adults travelling abroad. From Monday July 19, the UK government’s ...
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Thursday, July 15, 2021
A broken migration system
Turkey and Greece are both transit countries for migrants on their way to Germany and wealthy destinations in northern Europe. Migrants are resilient. Many have… Read More »
Sluggish start to tourism season in Greece
Uncertainty over the Delta variant is blamed for the low number of visitors
Greek owners hail charterers’ carbon liability in EU, deplore much of remaining decarbonisation package
Europe’s biggest single group of shipowners looks towards EU national governments, parliament to alter decarbonisation proposals it doesn’t like ...
Coronavirus Greece: 2,794 new cases, 402 with Delta mutation & 215 with South African
Since the beginning of the pandemic, 2,740 patients have been discharged from the ICU
Greek Diaspora mobilizing Hellenism: 'Node: Global Hellenic Networks'
More than 100 prominent Greeks from the Diaspora and from Greece who have distinguished themselves in academia and the sciences, in business, and many other ...
Greece Mulls Local Lockdowns Only for the Unvaccinated
Another nationwide coronavirus lockdown is not in the offing, according to Adonis Georgiadis, who made his remarks on Thursday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Top Twenty Movies Based on Greek Mythology
These timeless stories from ancient Greece or Greek mythology have been reinterpreted for modern audiences in engaging and beloved movies.
Remembering the 200th Anniversary of the 1821 Greek Revolution: Ibrahim Pasha and Mystra
Greek songs remember Ibrahim Pasha in a negative way. I did not realize who he was and what he almost accomplished. The online encyclopedia Britannica describes him as brilliant. None of his atrocities of the civilian population at Missolonghi or Morea (Peloponnese) are mentioned. In the Britannica article the Greek Revolution is stated in two […] The post Remembering the 200th Anniversary of the 1821 Greek Revolution: Ibrahim Pasha and Mystra appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Almost Free: The Hellenic Revolution of 1821 and the Continuing Struggle for Freedom in Modern Hellas
By Evaggelos Vallianatos, Ph.D. Prologue After nearly four centuries of ceaseless resistance and rebellions against Turkish military occupation of their country, the Greeks revolted to regain their freedom. The Greek Revolution started in 1821 and came to some kind of a temporary slowdown in 1827, when French, Russian and British warships annihilated a join Turkish-Egyptian […] The post Almost Free: The Hellenic Revolution of 1821 and the Continuing Struggle for Freedom in Modern Hellas appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek-American organizations will host conference on the 47th anniversary of Turkey’s illegal invasion of Cyprus
Dear Friends, July 20th will mark the 47th dark anniversary of Turkey’s illegal invasion and continued occupation of Cyprus. All major Greek-American organizations are hosting an important Zoom conference (12:00 pm New York time). Please join the Prime Minister of Greece, the Foreign Minister of Cyprus, Senator Menendez and numerous distinguished members of the US Congress to […] The post Greek-American organizations will host conference on the 47th anniversary of Turkey’s illegal invasion of Cyprus appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek owners question EC emissions proposals but welcome charterer focus
Greek shipowners, representing as much as 58% of European shipping capacity, have welcomed recognition by the EC that a vessel’s commercial operators should be accountable for the cost of compliance, ...
Can I travel to Greece, and what are the latest Covid restrictions?
Everything you need to know about holidays in Greece this summer, from mask wearing to beaches and vaccine passports ...
Lithuania Asks Greece, Iraq For Help On Migrant Surge From Belarus
Simonyte was in Athens to discuss Greece’s experience handling migrants since the 2015 refugee crisis, including establishing reception facilities, speeding up asylum procedures, and how to return ...
Authorities Mull New Measures as Covid-19 Hits Greek Islands
Greek authorities are examining a new round of measures to address a surge in positive Covid-19 cases on the islands due to the spread of the Delta variant.
Epidemiologists blame the youth for coronavirus spike, warn of 10K daily cases in August
“The youth who returned from the islands and transmitted the coronavirus to family and friends,” member of the Epidemiologists’ Committee and professor for Children Epidemiology Vana Papaevangelou said on Thursday.However she refrained form explaining how the Covid-19 reached the islands and how the youth contracted it there. Were there aliens at work? She didn’t say. … The post Epidemiologists blame the youth for coronavirus spike, warn of 10K daily cases in August appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek experience in managing migration crisis very important for Lithuania – PM
VILNIUS – Greece's experience in managing a migration crisis is of great value and importance for Lithuania, Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte says. Speaking at a joint press conference with ...
Anti-Vaccination Protesters March in France and Greece
In Paris, French police fired tear gas to disperse crowds of protesters who marched against President Macron’s plan to require a “health pass” for those gaining entry to bars, restaurants and cinemas.
Taste of Greektown Festival Returns to Chicago
… Taste of Greektown Festival Returns to Chicago Greektown Chicago’s … The neighborhood’s acclaimed Greek restaurants are the stars … live music and entertainment, Greek dancing, unique shopping and … Commerce with additional support from Greektown SSA #16. The …
Thousands marched in France and Greece after new vaccination rules were issued.
… of protesters in France and Greece marched on Wednesday against … this week. French and Greek officials said on Monday that … New York Times tracker) and Greece (where that number is … return to normal life.” In Greece, demonstrators also gathered to protest …
Greek PM stresses border protection, including at sea
Greece’s prime minister says his country is “committed to protecting its borders,” including by intercepting people at sea if they attempt to enter the country illegally ...
WSJ Presents GREECE 2021 Travel Tips
WSJ Presents GREECE 2021 Travel Tips. Αssociated Press. FILE - In this March 25, 2020, file photo, American Airlines jets sit idly at their gates ...
Mitsotakis: Gov't Considers the Revival of GREECE'S Shipbuilding Industry of High Importance
According to sources, the prime minister expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the tender and said the government considers the revival of GREECE'S ...
COVID: 15 students stuck in GREECE after positive tests
COVID: 15 students stuck in GREECE after positive tests. Teens in isolation on Ios, don't know when they can return. (foto: ANSA). - RIPRODUZIONE ...
Infrastructure, Connectivity Key to Keeping Cruise Companies in GREECE
GREECE is taking steps to accelerate port infrastructure upgrades and ensure stronger air connectivity in order to handle more cruise ships and ...
GREECE in USA's The Right to Breathe Exhibition Runs July 14-October 8
NEW YORK – GREECE in USA launches the second iteration of its program for the internationalization of Greek Culture in the USA. The group ...
Mitsotakis Expresses Solidarity with Lithuania Against Migration Pressures It Faces
He also offered GREECE'S solidarity with Lithuania in similar problems faced by that country. Mitsotakis repeated the need for the best possible ...
UNC Basketball: Former Tar Heel finds new home in GREECE
Former North Carolina basketball star Ty Lawson is set to continue his playing career in GREECE, agreeing to terms on a contract with Kolossos H ...
GREECE sees surge of international arrivals in June
ATHENS, July 15 (Reuters) - Air traffic in GREECE picked up strongly in June after the government eased coronavirus-related travel restrictions in May ...
Russia resumes flights to Greece from July 24
The announcement was made by the competent state authorities
Greece taken to EU Court over air pollution
The decision concerns a prolonged excess of the maximum nitrogen dioxide prices in Athens, for the reduction of which the efforts of the Greek government were deemed insufficient ...
Thousands Protest Against Mandatory Vaccination in Greece
Thousands of anti-vaxxers rallied in Greece against a package of coronavirus rules that ramp up the pressure on the public to get vaccinated. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Pericles: The First Great Statesman of the Ancient World
Since Athens is considered the birthplace of democracy, Pericles must be the father of democracy. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece, EU Have a Legal Case Against Turkey Violating Refugee Deal
Greece and the EU have a legal case against Turkey's violation of the refugee deal, says Todd Carney, specialist in international law. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece offers Lithuania support over sharp rise in migrant numbers
Greece has offered to share its experiences on migrant issues with Lithuania as it handles a sharp rise in the number of people crossing its border, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday ...
Perseus a Homeless GREEK Cat Arrived at the Vet Last Year Wounded and Unable to Walk ...
Perseus a homeless GREEK cat arrived at the vet last year wounded and unable to walk. There he was kitted out with high-tech prosthetic legs ...
Star players from Sydney Olympic depart for GREEK club, Xanthi FC
Sydney Olympic Football Club today confirmed that three of its star players have been granted permission to depart the club and transfer to GREEK club ...
PM Mitsotakis: Reviving GREEK shipbuilding is of great importance for the government
He also highlighted the special role that the Skaramagas plays for the GREEK armed forces. Visit to Skaramangas Shipyards - SNAME NTUA. Prokopiou ...
Chef Christos Bisiotis Shares Traditional GREEK Cuisine with GMA
Focusing “on sourcing the best staple ingredients, honoring traditional and family-learned techniques and highlighting GREEK culture on the plate,” ...
French Ambassador to Greece: Threats against Greece are threats against Europe
What is your message to the GREEK people in this protracted health crisis? For the second consecutive year, COVID-19 prevents us from organising the ...
GREEK Gov't Approves First 12 Projects in "Greece 2.0" Plan
ΑΤΗΕΝS -- The GREEK government on Thursday approved the technical bulletins of the first 12 projects to be included in the "Greece 2.0" plan, worth ...
Six Brit school girls trapped in Greek quarantine hotel for 14 days
The girls - 17 and 18 - must isolate at a hotel in Zante for a fortnight after one of them tested positive for Covid on Saturday as they prepared to fly home from a week partying after the end of ...
WATCH: Sagaba Konate Greece highlights
Earlier this month, we did a quick recap of the entire Best Virginia roster, what they've been up to since graduating from West Virginia, and how well they've played ...
The first 12 projects of the “Greece 2.0” Plan from the Recovery Fund
The technical data sheets have been approved and the first 12 projects of the “Greece 2.0” Plan with a total budget of 1.42 billion euros are starting. The approval was given by the Deputy Minister of ...
Israel’s killer robots go on display at Greek weapons fair
Back in 2007, Israel designated the entire Gaza Strip as a “hostile entity.” So what is a weapons trade website really saying when it enthuses about how technology can “accelerate the targeting ...
Six British teenage girls from top public school are trapped in Greek quarantine hotel
The girls - 17 and 18 - must isolate at a hotel in Zante for a fortnight after one of them tested positive for Covid on Saturday as they prepared to fly home from a week partying after the end of ...
Local lockdowns only for the unvaccinated, says Greek Development Minister
Local lockdowns will affect only the unvaccinated citizens and those vaccinated will not be restricted because they are protected form Covid-19, Greece’s Development and Investment Minister Adonis Georgiadis said on Thursday. Speaking to Skai TV, Georgiadis appeared extremely concerned about the course of the economy, if the current predictions of scientists are confirmed. Scientists indicate … The post Local lockdowns only for the unvaccinated, says Greek Development Minister appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.