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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Saudi Arabia, Greece Sign Joint Cooperation Agreement on Maritime Transport

… Arabia and the Republic of Greece. The Greek side was represented by … relations between the Kingdom and Greece at the strategic level and …


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Greece & Saudi Arabia sign agreement on maritime cooperation in London

… maritime transport was signed by Greek Shipping & Island Policy Minister … on Wednesday. This agreement between Greece and Saudi Arabia “significantly enhances …


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Bailing on Boosters, 12% of Greeks Won’t Take Another Shot

… hopes to get more of Greece’s population inoculated against COVID … that two out of three Greek parents have not vaccinated their …


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Could Greece and Turkey Become Partners in Tourism?

LG1921ES.113 113 INSIDE THE BALKANS - GREECE - TURKEY - TOURISM Could Greece and Turkey Become Partners in Tourism? Sofia, December 8 (Elena Drazheva and Nora Cholakova of BTA) - Tourism relations ...


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Greece blows top at EU over new green deal as Russia gas reliance 'unavoidable'

GREEK officials have taken aim at the European Union's (EU's) green new deal and warned the bloc not to forego investing in natural gas.


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Criminal for Russia to allow NATO move into Ukraine Putin

RUSSIA HAS LEGITIMATE FEARS OVER THE RISK OF AMERICAN MILITARY HARDWARE BEING STATIONED CLOSE TO ITS BORDERS, THE COUNTRY'S PRESIDENT, VLADIMIR PUTIN, HAS SAID, INSISTING HE STILL HOPES TALKS WITH WASHINGTON CAN EASE TENSIONS. Speaking alongside Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at a press conference in Sochi on Wednesday, Putin said that "it would be criminal inaction on our side to spine


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Greek Cheese that Ranks Among Europe’s Tastiest Isn’t Feta

While Greece may be most famous for its most symbolic cheese, feta, there are many other very tasty Greek cheeses that rival the iconic dairy product. That’s why it comes as no surprise that CNN Travel included a lesser-known Greek cheese, Metsovone, among its list of the tastiest European cheeses. Metsovone hails from the village […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Russia to Give Jewish Holocaust Archives Back to Greece

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday that Russia will hand over to Greece the Jewish Holocaust archives that were moved to Moscow after the end of World War II. The announcement was made during a joint press conference with visiting PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Mitsotakis thanked Putin for the interest he showed in the archives […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Pfizer Says Three Shots Neutralize Omicron Variant

Officials from Pfizer and BioNTech, the firms that produced the very first coronavirus vaccine, said that three inoculations of their product “neutralized” the omicron variant in new laboratory tests. They then announced that they could deliver a reformulated vaccine in March of 2022 if that becomes needed in order to fight the new variant. “The […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Gianluca Rocco: Life inside Greek refugee camps

Check out this great listen on Audible.com. The lecture provides first-hand information on migration situation in Greece which in recent years has proven to be one of the most difficult among European ...


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Russia will continue uninterrupted gas supplies to Greece, ready to increase them - Putin

The President stressed that Russia had always faithfully and fully delivered on its contractual obligations to both Greek and other European partners and consumers


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Russia, Greece to step up cooperation to counter terrorism and drug trafficking

Both countries intend to jointly combat cybercrime, illegal movement of cultural property, money laundering, counterfeiting of banknotes and other means of payment, and extremist activities


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Greek prime minister hails US-Russia presidential talks

"I wish there were a roadmap for mutual de-escalation because otherwise we will come to a situation that will throw us a few decades back," Kyriakos Mitsotakis said


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Russia, Greece sign joint plan of action for 2022-2024

Russia and Greece also signed the protocol on amendment of the April 10, 1991, Agreement between the USSR and the Hellenic Republic on prevention of naval incidents outside of territorial waters


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Extending the tourism season a strategic aim for the ministry, Kikilias says

Extending the tourist season in Greece and supporting winter and city-break destinations is a strategic goal for the tourism ministry, Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias said on Wednesday in statements to the public broadcaster ERT, predicting that this goal will be achieved. He reiterated that the Greek National Tourist Organisation (GNTO) campaign for winter destinations in […] The post Extending the tourism season a strategic aim for the ministry, Kikilias says appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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FMs Dendias, Payne: Greece & Australia operate in respect of International Law, Law of the Sea

reece and Australia are dedicated to following International Law, unlike other countries in the region, noted Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias after his meeting with his Australian counterpart Marise Payne in Athens on Wednesday. Despite the great geographical distance between the two countries, Dendias said, they both support “the same principles and the same […] The post FMs Dendias, Payne: Greece & Australia operate in respect of International Law, Law of the Sea appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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A Creative Reboot for the Greek National Opera

… rejuvenating power of nature, the Greek National Opera (GNO) returns with … collaborations with renowned artists from Greece and beyond. From January to …


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Parents in Greece Keeping Kids Out of School Face Fines, Jail

… – Parents and guardians in Greece opposed to COVID-19 vaccines, … 1985 law adding sanctions, said Kathimerini. The government is trying to … . After some teachers in Greece’s schools were detained by … of suits against educators by Greece’s rabid anti-vaxxers …


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Confused by Expiry Dates, Greeks Toss Out 1M Tons of Food

… should be sold – is leading Greek households to throw out as … than the actual rate, said Kathimerini. A recent study by the … said 28.4 percent of Greeks aren’t familiar with the …


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Europe’s Biggest Travelers Prefer Greece, Even During Pandemic

… of the Greek Tourism Confederation (INSETE) reported Kathimerini. Greece was the … for International Traveling to Greece’s Markets in Europe … up to March. Reflecting Greece’s attraction among the wealthy … half of travelers to Greece seek a variety of …


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Joint news conference with Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Vladimir Putin and Kyriakos Mitsotakis held a joint news conference. We are pleased to welcome the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic to Russia. I appreciate that, despite the difficult ...


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The Three Gifts of the Magi: The Most Precious Relics on Mount Athos

Among the innumerable treasures and holy relics preserved at the Holy Monastery of St. Paul on Mt. Athos (in Greek Άγιον Όρος, meaning “Holy Mountain”) the most precious, and invaluable to Greek Orthodoxy, are the Holy Gifts tat are believed to have been offered by the three Magi of the East to the newborn Jesus. […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Athens Plans Dozens of Events Leading Up to Christmas

The Municipality of Athens is planning dozens of events at 52 locations between December 7 and January 13 to celebrate the Christmas and New Year holidays. According to an announcement, the programme involves more than 120 activities for all the family, including 25 performances of music and theatre, as well as seven open-air film screenings. […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece, Russia Emphasize Historic Ties in Mitsotakis-Putin Summit

Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met Russia’s President Vladimir Putin for the first time on Wednesday since assuming office in 2019. Upon his reception by the Russian president in Sochi, Mitsotakis emphasized that there was room for improvement in Greek-Russian relations in economic affairs, bilateral trade and tourism. He said the Greek-Russian Year of History […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Viagra Lowers the Risk of Alzheimer’s By Up to 69%

New research published on Monday suggests that Pfizer’s erectile dysfunction drug Viagra can decrease the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 69%. The research, which was published in Nature, found that the medication has a direct effect on brain health and significantly reduces the toxic proteins that can cause dementia. The study’s findings […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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UK, Australia Joining Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Olympic Games

The nations of the United Kingdom and Australia are joining Washington’s diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Olympic Games scheduled for February of 2022, per announcements from the prime ministers of both nations on Wednesday. US President Joe Biden had announced earlier this week that America would not be sending a diplomatic delegation to the Winter […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece expresses concern over situation in Ukraine

Athens [Greece], December 8 (ANI/Sputnik): Greece is concerned over the situation in Ukraine and hopes that it will not escalate, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday. "I also ...


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Putin hopes Greece will support Russia’s bid for Expo 2030

Russia is the standing participant of such exhibitions during as much as 170 years, the President recalled


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Turkey nabs 10 FETO terror suspects fleeing to Greece

Ten suspected members of the Fetullah Terrorist Organization (FETO) trying to escape to Greece were caught in northwestern Turkey, officials and security sources said on Wednesday. In the border ...


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GES2021: Greece-United States collaboration brings more American investments

The close collaboration between Greece and the United States helps bring more American investments, and accelerates the country’s economy, US Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt told the annual American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) meeting on Tuesday. Collaborating in the digital domain and investing in renewable energy sources and infrastructures creates more jobs, he noted. In parallel, it […] The post GES2021: Greece-United States collaboration brings more American investments appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Trade turnover between Russia and Greece almost reaches pre-pandemic level - Putin

… mutual trade between Russia and Greece has almost reached a pre … Putin said opening negotiations with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in … of the bicentennial of the Greek Revolution and reminded about Russia …


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Top Things To Do While On Vacation In Milos, Greece – Travelling With Matthew Keezer

… north of the Sea of Crete. For millennia, the island has … . Kleftiko Kleftiko is one of Greece's most photographed natural … ;Kleftiko' derives from the Greek word for "to steal,…


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Voridis in Paris to advance Greek-French cooperation in public administration reform

… further strengthening of cooperation between Greece and France in matters relating … in Paris on Wednesday between Greek Interior Minister Makis Voridis and … de Montchalin. ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΕΙΣ ΕΙΔΗΣΕΙΣ ΤΩΡΑ Voridis also expressed Greece's strong interest in …


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Greek Deputy Minister of Health Zoe Rapti Visits Mount Sinai Hospital in New York

… leadership and one of its Greek cardiologists, Dr. George Dangas, … Mount Sinai Queens serves the Greek-American population and the … , Nursing Director, left, to Greek Deputy Minister of Health Zoe … Deputy Minister of Health of Greece Zoe Rapti, Dr. Deborah …


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House Hunting in Greece: Seaside Splendor on Tinos Isle for $1.8 Million

Greeks increasingly see real estate as a safer investment than currencies or commodities, and ‘people are buying like there’s no tomorrow.’ ...


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Pope Francis says sex outside marriage is 'not the most serious' sin

'Sins of the flesh are not the most serious,' the 84-year-old pontiff said during a press conference aboard the papal plane on the way back to the Vatican from Greece Monday.


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Greek Tourism Minister Welcomes ECOFIN Update on VAT Rules

EU finance ministers have decided to update value-added tax rules which would pave the way for the reduction of VAT rates on all Greek islands.


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Belarus Charges Dissident Blogger’s Russian Girlfriend With ‘Inciting Hatred’

Sofia Sapega was detained with her boyfriend, blogger Roman Protasevich, after Minsk forced their Greece-Lithuania flight to land on its soil.


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ATHENΑ 21: US Ambassador talks GREECE, Defence and Security Relations at Hellenic Air ...

The US Ambassador to GREECE Mr Geoffrey Pyatt visited yesterday the Hellenic Air Force Academy, where he spoke at the "ATHENA 21" Crisis ...


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At Angelus, Pope recalls Apostolic Journey to Cyprus, GREECE

By Christopher Wells. Pope Francis thanked God for his recent “pilgrimage” to Cyprus and GREECE, and expressed his gratitude to all those who ...


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EAM: Notes on GREECE'S National Liberation Front

By Nikos Mottas. The 27th of September marked the 80th anniversary of the foundation of EAM, GREECE'S National Liberation Front, which played.


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Heathrow and Gatwick: Latest travel advice for Spain, Portugal, GREECE and Cyprus

Proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before travel. GREECE will also accept proof of recovery from COVID-19 for entry ...


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Prison for Anti-Vax Parents who Stop their Children from going to School in Greece

Anti-vaccine parents who do not send their children to school will be punished by up to 2 years in prison and fines, the Greek Ministry of Education ruled in an amendment submitted to parliament late ...


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Jerusalem: Greek, Israeli, Greek Cypriot presidents plan discussion

The presidents of Greece, Israel, and the Greek Cypriot government gathered in Jerusalem for two-sided consultations regarding mutual bonds.


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Hill lands role as owner’s engineer for new Greek power plant

Hill International has been appointed leader of a consortium acting as owner’s engineer for the development of a new combined-cycle gas turbine power plant in the Komotini industrial area ...


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Elon Musk Criticizes Biden’s Electric Car Incentives

Tesla CEO Elon Musk had harsh words for President Joe Biden’s upcoming spending bill. The world’s richest person derided the bill, which is meant to target social and climate-related areas, saying that the President should focus on the “insane” federal deficit. Musk, who was appearing at The Wall Street Journal’s CEO Council Summit on Monday, […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Olaf Scholz Voted in as New Chancellor of Germany

Olaf Scholz was confirmed as the new chancellor of Germany on Wednesday, leading a three-party government that takes over from Angela Merkel after her 16 years in office. Scholz was voted in by the German parliament, where his coalition has a substantial majority. He was given an ovation after the German parliament, the Bundestag, backed […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece Hits Biggest Year-on-Year GDP Growth Rate in the Eurozone

Eurostat reported on Tuesday that Greece had the biggest gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate in the third quarter of 2021 of the entire Eurozone. The statistics agency said that Greece’s GDP increased a staggering 13.7% in the third quarter compared to last year. To put that in perspective, the average growth rate amongst EU […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Aegean honoured to be Pope’s carrier for recent Cyprus-Greece trip

Aegean Airlines was honoured to have been the preferred air carrier for Pope Francis' historic three‑day journey from Cyprus to Greece, then within Greece to Mytilene and back, as well as flying the ...


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GREEK-American CNN reporter quarantined in Athens after traveling from Africa

GREEK-American journalist Eleni Giokos is in quarantine with her family in a hotel in Athens as she came to Greece from an African country.


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