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Friday, August 19, 2022

Of Aristotle, Orwell, and the Young Heirs

MADRID, Aug 18 (IPS) - A couple of decades ago in Athens, a conversation over a ‘souvlaki’ and wine dinner with a young Greek economist led to talking about democracy. Asked for his opinion, he said “By then, when philosophers like Aristotle formulated their theories about democracy, the society was dominated by the rich.” Read the full story, “Of Aristotle, Orwell, and the Young Heirs”, on globalissues.org →


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GREECE defeats Georgia behind solid second half effort from Sloukas and Dorsey / News

GREECE: Kostas Sloukas 21, Tyler Dorsey 10 (7 REB, 5 AST), Michalis Lountzis 8, Ioannis Papapetrou 6, Giannoulis Larentzakis 6;. Georgia: Alexander ...


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GREECE: Arrivals in Southeast Aegean Islands Increased by 17% in First Week of August

According to the Minister, health shops are full because of tourism, and eight out of ten investments in GREECE are already tourist attractions, be it ...


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Giannis-less GREECE beats Georgia thanks to Kostas Sloukas

GREECE didn't have Giannis Antetokounmpo available for a back-to-back prep game and as a result, Kostas Sloukas stole the show.


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Prodigal nation: Europe pats GREECE on the back

“As a result of GREECE'S efforts,” the European Commission noted, “the resilience of the Greek economy has substantially improved and the risks of ...


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Police clash with migrants in GREECE as authorities evacuate refugee camp

Eleonas was the first camp to open in mainland GREECE in August 2015. Several officials from around the world have visited the camp in efforts to ...


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Greece does not Plan to Return Covid Measures

Greece does not plan to return to the strict restrictive measures even in the event of a new wave of the epidemic in the autumn, reports the Greek Ministry of Health. Athena also received a monkeypox vaccine. All expert forecasts warn of a new wave of the coronavirus in the fall, but Greece does not plan to return to restrictive measures, Health Minister Thanos Plevris said. It is only possible in areas wit


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Thursday, August 18, 2022

What We Know About RHONJ's Teresa & Luis' Honeymoon In Greece

Teresa Giudice and Luis Ruelas are in enjoying their honeymoon after The Real Housewives of New Jersey stars tied the knot in a lavish ceremony.


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Archaeologists Discover Mysterious Ancient Greek Game Made of Bones

Archaeologists have discovered an ancient Greek divination game made of bones inscribed with the names of gods, called "astragaloi" ...


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8 Best Novels Based On Ancient Greek Mythology Like 'Circe'

A popular subgenre of fiction is retelling Greek myths from a different perspective, with novels like 'Circe' and 'Ariadne' leading the trend.


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Teresa Giudice shows off tanned legs in thigh-skimming peach dress in Greece

The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice rocks a short peach dress that shows off her tan legs while honeymooning in Greece.


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Greek startups attracted 1 bln dollars in investments in 2021, minister says

Deputy Development & Investment Minister Tsakiris said that "Greek startups stand out for their high innovation and human potential levels." ...


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Jack Fenton: Family tells of grief over Briton's Greek helicopter death

It is believed Jack Fenton, 22, of Staplehurst, Kent, had just disembarked from the Bell 407 aircraft in Athens on 25 July. Greek police arrested three people and freed them pending further inquiries.


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Dream cruise, orchard tours and a Greek fest: 5 things to do in metro Detroit

Mid-August in metro Detroit brings colorful celebrations of cultural heritage, collector cars and the approaching fall harvest.


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What £700,000 buys you in Somerset, Lincolnshire, London, West Yorkshire, Berkshire, Scotland and Greece

SomersetProvidence Cottage is a pretty period property in the village of Rode, close to the Wiltshire border. It is five miles north of Frome, a cobblestoned to ...


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Αrt Athina to be held at Zappeion Mansion in September

Αfter the recent pause due to the pandemic, Αrt Athina returns to Zappeion with the largest participation ever (81 in number) of Greek and foreign galleries. The long-awaited connection of the public with the new artistic trends will take place from Friday, September 16 to Monday, September 19, 2022 at Zappeio Mansion. This year, for […] The post Αrt Athina to be held at Zappeion Mansion in September appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Gus Poyet: ‘Young people cannot believe I played for Chelsea’

The former Chelsea player reminisces about how much the club has changed since he arrived in London 25 years ago By Dom Smith for The Set Pieces Gus Poyet is on standby. He says it himself. It’s the nature of being an international manager, with periods of intense work followed by a vacuum before the next break. Poyet was appointed Greece manager in February and he has enjoyed a bright start, winning all four of his games in the Nations League so far without conceding a goal. The animated Uruguayan lives in Athens, but his mind is never far from matters in London, the city he calls his “real home”. Chelsea have been in their own version of standby this year too, with Roman Abramovich forced to hand over ownership, leaving Chelsea rudderless and with an uncertain future until Todd Boehly finally bought the club for £4.25bn in May. Since then, it’s been all change at Stamford Bridge, with players and staff leaving as Boehly puts his stamp on things. Continue reading...


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Clashes As Greek Authorities Evacuate Athens Refugee Camp

Police and migrants faced off Thursday as Greek authorities started evacuating one of the last refugee camps in Athens, officials said, with videos showing authorities using tear gas and a flash ...


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Turkey trying to turn migration and refugee issue into a political tool, foreign min. says

The recent incident of migrants pushed out of Turkey toward Greece at the Evros borders “is yet another attempt by Turkey to instrumentalize the migration and refugee issue, and possibly create a border issue as well,” the Greek Foreign Affairs Ministry said on Wednesday. The ministry was referring to a group of 38 migrants trapped […] The post Turkey trying to turn migration and refugee issue into a political tool, foreign min. says appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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BGSU freshmen arrive on campus, talk Greek life in wake of Foltz case

WTOL 11 went to Bowling Green State University during move-in week to see how the fatal hazing incident has affecting the way new students think about Greek life.


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Discovery of Greek Inscription Reveals Home of Apostle Peter In Israel

Archaeologists believe that a Greek inscription discovered in what was the city of Bethsaida, Israel, identifies Apostle Peter's home.


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GREEK, Armenian, Mexican: S.F. wine bars are going hyper-specific

The new GREEK wine and meze bar inside Souvla's Dogpatch location ... all made from indigenous GREEK grape varieties, plus traditional snacks.


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Here’s what to consider before rushing into Greek life

Greek life is founded on the idea of brotherhood and sisterhood, and at CSU, the goal is “to challenge and encourage one’s journey toward growth and the achievement of unique potential ...


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CEV Eurovolley Qualifying match: Croatia vs. GREECE

Theodoros Voulkidis (R) of GREECE blocks a spike from Kruno Nikacevic of GREECE during the CEV Eurovolley Qualifying match between Croatia and ...


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170 Migrants Reach GREECE in Sailboats, Suspected Smugglers Arrested

170 undocumented migrants reached the shores of Kythera island, GREECE. Three Turkish citizens were arrested on charges of human trafficking.


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Government insists on no connection with Predator and GREECE

At the same time, Dillian acquired Cytrox, while companies of him seemed to have sold products to government services in GREECE.


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Feta cheese class action alleges product misleads customers as to GREEK origins

President feta cheese GREEK origins class action lawsuit overview: Who: Michelle Gallagher filed a class action lawsuit against Lactalis American ...


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Crazy Greek on the move in Chesterfield as son takes over restaurant from parents

The family grew. We got older, my cousins got older, and we all wanted to be a part of the restaurant. But one restaurant for two families just wasn’t cutting it,” said owner Peter Pergiotis. “So, we ...


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Natasa Stankovic Is Having The Holiday Of Our Dreams In Greece. Here's Her Vacation Album

Natasa Stankovic, holidaying in Greece currently, has been sharing stunning posts back-to-back on social media profile. The model, on Wednesday, shared a set of stunning pictures, in which she can be ...


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Panhellenic Bid Day Will Be Broadcast Live on Facebook This Saturday

Students participate in an earlier Bid Day at the Chi Omega GREEK Theatre. Panhellenic Bid Day will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug.


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Cero picks EPC contractor for 100-MWp solar project in GREECE

Cero picks EPC contractor for 100-MWp solar project in GREECE. The 6-MW Bolotana solar plant in Sardinia, Italy. Source: Cero Generation Limited.


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Greek life recruitment is more than just socializing

As WSU students start to flood back into Pullman for the first day of classes on Aug. 22,  Greek Life students have already had two weeks of Pullman under their belt.  Panhellenic Primary Recruitment ...


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Greece donates presidential jet to Cyprus

Pictures of the presidential jet donated by Greece to Cyprus during the Greek prime minister’s official visit to Cyprus are currently making rounds on social media. The G-V Gulfstream-V aircraft was ...


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Greece finds 38 migrants stranded near Meriç River

Greek police said on Aug. 15 they had found a 38-strong group of migrants inside Greek territory, away from the Meriç River, known as the Evros in Greece, and about four kilometers (2.5 miles) south of where the group had been reported to be stranded.


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Chiefs' George Karlaftis could become NFL's own Greek Freak

George Karlaftis took a circuitous route to the NFL, but he's making the most of his opportunity now that he has arrived ...


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Real Dealer Studios moves into the Romanian and Greek markets

Casino game provider Real Dealer Studios has made its debut in Romania and Greece after teaming up with Kaizen Gaming.


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Greece accuses Turkey of trying to 'weaponise migration' after Evros incident

GREEK Foreign Ministry has accused Turkey of trying to weaponise migration after the recent incident at the GREEK-Turkish border.


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GREEK Rush 2022

GREEK Rush 2022 ... Ad: Come stop by Sushi House located in Fountain Square! Serving classic & creative sushi, plus Japanese dishes such as teriyaki & ...


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COVID-19 variant names are following Greek alphabet; Omicron does not mean 'non-existing'

Variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus are named after letters of the Greek alphabet and there is no evidence that the Omicron variant is a cryptic name that means “non-existing”, as claimed in a meme being ...


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Africa: Hot and Cold

Refugees from Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Iran, and Syria have long faced dismal living conditions while struggling to access asylum procedures and essential services in Greece.


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Ex Bama Rush sorority members reveal why they dropped GREEK Life

The dark underbelly of #BamaRush: Ex Alabama sorority members reveal why they QUIT GREEK life - laying bare the truth about sky-high fees and fines, ...


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Sleepy Greek Port Becomes U.S. Arms Hub, as Ukraine War Reshapes Region

The flow of U.S. military supplies through Alexandroupoli has angered Russia and Turkey. Now, firms with ties to Russia and America are competing for control of the port.


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6 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Greek Festival, Knob Hill mural

It’s the annual Greek Festival, Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church, 2215 Paseo Road. Watch traditional Greek dances and learn some of those steps ...


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Now Princess Marie-Chantal of GREECE has designs on your nursery

Image may contain Clothing Apparel Home Decor Human Person Fashion Robe and Rug. Princess Marie-Chantal of GREECE showcasing her new interiors ...


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Ukrainian firms choose GREECE

Longstanding professional and cultural ties have allowed Ukrainian shipping professionals to relocate to GREECE following last February's Russian ...


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A Wiretapping Scandal Rattles GREECE'S Government

GREECE'S then-intelligence chief Panagiotis Kontoleon is seen in Athens on July 29, 2022. Several days later, Kontoleon resigned amid a scandal ...


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Plane makes dangerously low landing above people's heads in GREECE

Footage shows a plane making a dangerously low landing on the island of Skiathos in GREECE. The A321neo aircraft, operated by low-cost carrier ...


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Giannis Antetokounmpo and GREECE getting the win over Poland

While in the last period GREECE outscored Poland (32-19) and the game ended up being a blowout win, things were complicated until the last quarter ...


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Five Ancient Greek Discoveries that Shaped Our Modern World

Here is just a small sample of the main inventions and discoveries made by the ancient Greeks that are still remarkably used by people today.


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GREEK authorities criticized over Evros migrant drama

GREEK authorities criticized over Evros migrant drama, 38 people stuck for days on an islet, 5-year-old Syrian girl died, , Politics, Ansa.


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