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Friday, July 30, 2021

GREECE violates education rights of refugee children: HRW

The HRW also accused GREECE of "violating the EU directives," requiring member states to integrate asylum-seeking children into the national school ...


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Dendias welcomes Lebanese Deputy Defence Minister to GREECE

This was Akar's first visit to GREECE and as Dendias said, “GREECE-Lebanon share close ties and a commitment to advance cooperation at bilateral ...


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GREECE'S Foreign Chief Tells Turkey to Give Up Imperialist Thoughts

GREECE'S Foreign Chief Tells Turkey to Give Up Imperialist Thoughts. Αssociated Press. Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias. (AP Photo/Mindaugas ...


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A Jewel Made in GREECE Trunk Show Summer 2021

ATHENS – A Jewel Made in GREECE (AJIMG) announced its Trunk Show Summer 2021 and invited all to visit the AJIMG Flagship store, Stoa Kalliga, ...


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GREECE Secures €21bn from EU in 'ESPA' Funds for 2021-2027

The European Commission on Thursday approved the Partnership Agreement for the 2021-2027 programming period for GREECE, which will allocate ...


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EUROPE/GREECE

EUROPE/GREECE - The second Scalabrinian mission has started in Lesbos, to support thousands of arriving migrants. Friday, 30 July 2021 ...


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London-based National Energy completes 24-MWp solar portfolio in GREECE

... London-based investment platform National Energy Holdings said today it has completed its first greenfield solar systems in GREECE -- a 24.08-MWp ...


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GREECE and Cyprus Explore Ways to Promote Religious Tourism

Re-Cult is part of the Interreg VA Cooperation Program GREECE – Cyprus 2014-2020. It is funded by the European Union and national resources of ...


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Greek Shack reopens at new Cleethorpes premises

Popular Grimsby street food brand, The Greek Shack, has opened its new premises in Cleethorpes having vacated Freeman Street market last month. The business made an announcement it was closing its ...


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Biden Mulls $100 Payments to Every Newly Vaccinated American

President Joe Biden's administration wants to offer a one-off $100-payment to every newly vaccinated American. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Giannis Antetokounmpo on His Way to Greece “With the Trophy”

Giannis Antetokounmpo informed his millions of fans in Greece that he's coming to the country, bringing with him the NBA trophy. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Santorini Crowned “Most Beautiful Sunset Destination in the World”

The Greek island of Santorini was crowned recently by the travel website Bounce the destination with the most beautiful sunset in the world. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece Braces for Worst Heatwave in Years; Emergency Measures Announced

Greece is preparing for one of the worst heatwaves in history, and the authorities are ramping up their efforts to address potential disruptions. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greek islands Mykonos, Rhodes and Santorini moved to EU ‘dark red’ list as Covid cases soar

MYKONOS, Santorini and Rhodes have been added to the EU’s “dark red” zone – meaning all travel is advised against. The Greek islands were issued the new warning by the ...


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The secret sustainable Greek hotspot to add to your bucket list

The lesser-visited south-west corner of the Greek mainland is home to an extraordinarily ambitious retreat that’s long been protecting the ancient land it sits on W hile many travellers to Greece are ...


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GREEKS ditched from the Census: The GREEK omission

GREEKS, unlike Italians and Germans, are lumped in with 'Others' in ancestry option. Photo: Unsplash. Mary Sinanidis 30 July 2021 4:25pm. Facebook ...


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Mitarachi: We entered Turkish waters to save migrants from a wreck

The minister clarified the incident after receiving a question from KKE MP Maria Komninaka. He noted that the GREEK Coast Guard had to enter Turkish ...


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Dendias: We are concerned about the destabilising role of Turkey

UNCLOS, which Greece and Lebanon have ratified, is also of great importance”, the GREEK Foreign Minister noted. Greece GREEK Lebanon Lebanese ...


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Plays in prisons: How a Portland actor connects adults in custody with classic GREEK theater

Most recently, Susi starred in the Northwest Classical Theatre Collaborative's production of “An Iliad,” a modern adaptation of Homer's classic GREEK ...


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In heat emergency, Greece adds checks for fires, power cuts

Greek authorities ordered additional fire patrols and infrastructure maintenance inspections Friday as the country grappled with a heat wave fed by hot air from Africa that is expected to last more ...


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Covid travel: Italy extends restrictions as Greece considers new rules

Italy has extended travel restrictions for British tourists and Greece is considering new rules in a blow to UK holidaymakers.


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“Days of Ottoman Empire are over,” Greek FM tells Turkey

“The days of the Ottoman Empire are over,” Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias said on Thursday and urged Turkey to comply with the international law. “Turkey must finally understand that it can no longer behave as if we are in the 18th or 19th century,” Dendias said after a briefing of opposition party representatives on … The post “Days of Ottoman Empire are over,” Greek FM tells Turkey appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Two women, child missing when boat sinks off Lesvos; 10 people rescued

Two women and one child have been missing and ten people were rescued when a rubber dinghy carrying migrants from Turkey to Greece sank off the northern coast of the island of Lesvos on Friday morning. According to state broadcaster ERT, a patrolling boat of the Greek Coast Guard got aware of the boat-wreck when … The post Two women, child missing when boat sinks off Lesvos; 10 people rescued appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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'Welcome to global warming': Greece warns against unnecessary work as temperatures soar

Greek authorities warned the public against unnecessary work and travel on Friday as temperatures hit 40 degrees Celsius (104 °F) in Athens and the ancient Acropolis, its most visited monument, was ...


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Softswiss obtains Greek gaming licence

Software development company Softswiss has been granted a Greek gaming licence by the Hellenic Gaming Commission.


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TUI cancels Turkey, Spain, Greece and Italy holidays sparking misery for Scots

The travel operator has cancelled flights to a number of holiday hotspots which had been scheduled for the remainder of this month - including some trips from Glasgow and Edinburgh Airport.


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Hammer falls hard on 'GREEK mafia' thugs

In what is being seen as a resounding message to the so-called “GREEK mafia,” a court this week handed heavy sentence to organized crime enforcers ...


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Bucks select another GREEK: Giorgos Kalaitzakis

There can never be enough GREEKS on the Milwaukee Bucks apparently. The new NBA champions have selected swingman Georgios Kalaitzakis with ...


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The “Blue Homeland” theorist blames Greece for the fires in Turkey

"The fire in these areas is not accidental or negligent"


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The first handshake dates to Ancient Greece as way to prove you were weapon free

Today there’s even a National High Five Day launched by the University of Virigina to promote youth health and just generally spread good cheer


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Greece – Heatwave: Call for proper use of water & electricity

What is planned for employees


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Greece wins ECB green light on deferred tax credits to lenders

The European Central Bank has essentially approved a Greek proposal over new rules on deferred tax credits which would make it easier for banks to shed the huge stock of non-performing loans built up ...


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Winner of Greek conference centre overhaul announced

AL_A, Heatherwick Studio, Hopkins Architects and WilkinsonEyre have missed out on the chance to revamp a Greek conference centre ...


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CNSU updates list of high epidemiological risk countries; Greece, Ireland, Monaco enter red zone

The National Committee for Emergency Situations (CNSU) on Thursday adopted Decision No 52 on updating the list of countries/territories with high epidemiological risk, with Greece, Ireland, Monaco entering the red zone, and France, Belgium, Israel, the USA, Iceland and Honduras entering the yellow zone. The list approved on Thursday comes... The post CNSU updates list of high epidemiological risk countries; Greece, Ireland, Monaco enter red zone appeared first on Nine O' Clock.


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Greece issues wildfires warning over 'dangerous' heatwave

Greek authorities warned the public against unnecessary movement on Friday and said there was a high risk of wildfires during a "dangerous" heatwave that is expected to peak next week. Temperatures ...


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Katerina Papadopoulou & Aegean Arc: "Imprints of the GREEK Revolution in the Aegean"

On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the GREEK Revolution, the Cultural Foundation of the Piraeus Group (PIOP), in collaboration with the Chios ...


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Tokyo202One and Done: Eights Golds Come From Reps, Twigg Finally Triumphant, GREEK Men's ...

But in the second 1000m of today's race, GREEK sculler Stefanos Ntouskos pulled away and snatched the win, for Greece's first ever Olympic Gold in ...


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Greek Foreign Minister: The days of the Ottoman Empire are over

The days of the Ottoman Empire are over, said Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias, urging Turkey to abide by international law, Kathimerini reported. Turkey must finally understand that it can no ...


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EU Surpasses US in Vaccination Rate with 70% Vaccinated

Europe has surpassed the US with its vaccination rate: 70% of European adults currently having had at least one does of the vaccine. The US currently trails Europe by 1% with 69% of its adult population vaccinated. Europe has now caught up to America after the latter’s huge head start in the initial days of […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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COVID-19 travel: Romania adds GREECE, Ireland to the red list

GREECE, a popular summer destination for Romanians, as well Ireland, Monaco, Maldives, or the Bahamas, are now on the red list. Travellers arriving ...


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GREECE to introduce high-tech border security system

GREECE has been testing a high-tech border security system to stop migrants arriving from Turkey illegally. Some critics say it is excessive and could ...


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National Energy "NE" Announces Completion and Full Energization of its First Greenfield 24MWp Solar Project in Greece

National Energy (NE) is pleased to announce the successful completion and full energization of its first greenfield construction solar energy installation in Greece. The 24.08MWp ground-mounted solar ...


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Ntouskos wins Gold, first medal for Greece at Tokyo Olympics

Stefanos Ntouskos won the men’s single sculls and claimed the first medal and thus a Gold one for Greece at the Olympic Games of Tokyo. 24-year-old Ntouskos posted an Olympic best time to win the gold on Friday, as the final day of Olympic rowing got off to a roaring start at Tokyo’s Sea Forest … The post Ntouskos wins Gold, first medal for Greece at Tokyo Olympics appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Anti-vaxx doctor Vovolis taken to disciplinary board of Medical Association

The Athens Medical Association has called anti-vaxxer doctor Faidon Vovolis to the disciplinary board next week. The activist against vaccines is at risk of losing his medical license, media report on Friday. President of the Association Giorgos Patoulis told cnngreece, “any doctor who creates problems to vaccinations program and to public health issues will pass … The post Anti-vaxx doctor Vovolis taken to disciplinary board of Medical Association appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Greece’s Ntouskos scores gold in men’s single sculls

NBC Olympics With an incredible time of 6:40.45, Greece’s Stefanos Ntouskos pulled ahead of the competition to win the men’s single sculls race at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Read More at NBCOlympics.com >>


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Greek May retail sales rise 15.3%, led by clothing

Greek retail sales by volume rose 15.3% in May compared to the same month a year earlier, after a downwardly revised 39.1% jump in April, statistics service ELSTAT said on Friday. Retail sales were ...


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Coronavirus live news: Philippines locks down 13 million in Manila; Japan to expand state of emergency

Manila to be under tightest quarantine curbs from 6-20 August; Japan set to expand state of emergency * Israel first country to offer Pfizer booster shots to people over 60 * Pregnant women urged to get Covid jab amid rise in hospital admissions * 170 new cases as army prepares to enforce Sydney lockdown compliance * Greece sends police to Covid hotspot islands to step up controls * UK coronavirus updates – live 10.01am BST Allegations are growing from residents and human rights activists in MYANMAR that the military government, which seized control in February, is using the pandemic to consolidate power and crush opposition. Associated Press reports: _ In the last week, the per capita death rate in Myanmar surpassed those of Indonesia and Malaysia to become the worst in Southeast Asia. The country’s crippled health care system has rapidly become overwhelmed with new patients sick with Covid-19. Supplies of medical oxygen are running low, and the government has restricted its private sale in many places, saying it is trying to prevent hoarding. But that has led to widespread allegations that the stocks are being directed to government supporters and military-run hospitals. At the same time, medical workers have been targeted after spearheading a civil disobedience movement that urged professionals and civil servants not to cooperate with the government, known as the State Administrative Council._ 9.47am BST ISRAELI President Isaac Herzog received a third shot of coronavirus vaccine on Friday, kicking off a campaign to give booster doses to people aged over 60 as part of efforts to slow the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant, Reuters reports. Continue reading...


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The Lamborghinis sold in Greece amid the Covid-19 lockdown (photos)

There were 4 limousines sold


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Olympic Games, Rowing: Stefanos Douskos is a Golden Olympian!

Olympic record and first gold for Greek rowing


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Travel news latest: Holidays in jeopardy as GREECE tightens rules and Italy extends quarantine

Hopes for hassle-free summer holidays have been dealt another blow, after GREECE tightened the rules on its party islands and Italy extended ...


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