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Thursday, February 24, 2022
Fifty-five trafficked archaeological finds returned to Greece
… day of great happiness for Greece as 47 antiquities from the … their countries of origin, including Greece, but the loud message to … serious injury that hurts all Greeks around the world," the …
Greece condemns ‘revisionist’ Russia attack on Ukraine
Greece on Thursday slammed Russia’s attack on Ukraine as “revisionist” as it scrambled to bolster consular support for its ethnic community of over 100,000 people in the country. “Greece unequivocally ...
Trial For Beating Death Of Black American In Greece Delayed Again
For the second time this week, the retrial for a group of men accused of beating an American man to death in Greece has been delayed. Texas native Bakari Henderson, 22, was found dead in front of a ...
Leading biblical Greek scholar peaks about faith and work
Dr. Robert Plummer is the New Testament Chair at Southern Seminary and founder of the hugely popular Daily Dose of Greek which is devoted to teaching ordinary people Biblical Greek. He is also the ...
Chernobyl Power Plant Captured by Russian Forces
Russian forces have captured the Chernobyl power plant, the site of the worst nuclear disaster in history in 1986, after fierce fighting in Ukraine on Thursday. According to Mykhailo Podolyak, a Ukrainian advisor to the President, speaking to Reuters, the Russian forces gained control of the power plant, which is located in the abandoned city […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Ukrainian Refugees Flee Country for Poland, Romania After Russian Invasion
Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion have begun to trickle into Poland and Rmania, with dozens of people arriving at the normally placid Medyka border crossing with Poland on Thursday. Local media from countries bordering Ukraine report that small numbers of refugees are beginning to arrive after crossing the border, carrying luggage and some […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece Consumer Price Index (CPI) YoY
Read related news and analysis, get historical data, and see the immediate global market impact. Consumer Price index is the most frequently used indicator of inflation and reflect changes in the cost ...
“Greece Will Do Everything Possible to Prevent Gas Supply Problems”
We will do everything possible so that we do not face a problem with the gas supply in our country,” government spokesperson Yiannis Oikonomou said on Tuesday in an interview with SKAI TV, following the Council of Foreign Affairs and National Defence (KYSEA) meeting. Oikonomou explained that “all measures have been taken so as not […] The post “Greece Will Do Everything Possible to Prevent Gas Supply Problems” appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
PM Mitsotakis meets with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis concluded a meeting with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis in Bucharest. Government sources said that the two top officials discussed their common will for the further broadening and deepening of bilateral relations, with a focus on the economy and energy. The two leaders agreed that there is great potential for enhancing […] The post PM Mitsotakis meets with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
PM Mitsotakis: Greece respects the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of all countries
“Greece, as a matter of principle, respects the territorial integrity, the sovereignty and the independence of all countries. Consequently, it unequivocally condemns revisionist actions that are contrary to these values and furthermore it condemns brutal violence, from which many innocent people will, unfortunately, lose their lives. So, as member of both the European Union and […] The post PM Mitsotakis: Greece respects the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of all countries appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
A Greek business, research and scientific delegation visiting Abu Dhabi
A Greek business, research and scientific delegation is visiting Abu Dhabi, together with Deputy Minister of Development and Investment Christos Dimas, who is paying a visit to the United Arab Emirates to promote economic openness and cooperation. Dimas tweeted about the mission: “In Masdar City, the fastest-growing free zone for businesses in Abu Dhabi, we […] The post A Greek business, research and scientific delegation visiting Abu Dhabi appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
GREECE; Retail sales turnover up 11.9% in 2021
Greek retail sales turnover grew 11.9%, or 5.75 billion euros, in 2021 totaling 54.15 billion euros, from 48.40 billion in 2020, Hellenic Statistical Authority said on Wednesday. More specifically, sales by watch and jewelry shops were up 47.5% and clothing rose 43.4% in 2021, while the top five sectors with the biggest share in annual […] The post GREECE; Retail sales turnover up 11.9% in 2021 appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek-Chinese film premieres in Greece
A feature film co-produced by Greece and China, "A Day in the Life of a Teddy Bear," premieres in Greek theaters on Thursday. Filmed in 2019 in Greece, China and Austria, the movie tells the story of ...
Agia Marina, Leros, Dodecanese islands, Greece
A renovated 1st-floor apartment of 132.5 sq. m. (part of a 2 residences complex) in Agia Marina area in Leros island, is available for sale. Leros is a little island of the Dodecanese island group, ...
Four People Found Dead After Ferry Fire in Greece
Search and rescue teams have discovered the bodies of two men on the ferry headed from Greece to Italy, six days after it caught on fire. The bodies of two men were the third and fourth to be discovered on Thursday in the burned-out hulk of the ship since search and rescue operations began on […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Ukraine Plane Shot Down, Five Killed as Crisis Deepens
Five people were killed when a Ukraine military plane was shot down on Thursday, Reuters reports. Ukrainian armed forces have sought to defend against a massive Russian military operation, as Russia de facto declared war on the country and launched a series of air missile attacks in a number of Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv. Ukrainian […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Turkey: “Sincerely Saddened” by Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Turkey affirmed Ukraine’s territorial integrity and is “sincerely saddened” by the Russian invasion, President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Thursday, as he tries to keep a balance between appearing to show respect for international law while showing deference to Russia, which is building a series of nuclear power plants in the country. Ukraine’s envoy to Ankara […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Israeli President Herzog Reassures Athens of Ties Before Turkey Visit
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is visiting Greece on Thursday ahead of a trip to Turkey that he will take in early March. Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou welcomed her Israeli counterpart to Athens. Herzog is in Greece as part of an official state visit. As tensions between Greece and Turkey are heating up, particularly over the […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
OPINION: Let’s talk about the BIPoC experience in Greek life
Since race is such a fundamental part of our identity, it’s essential to analyze the spaces we enter to ensure that the communities we inhabit offer us racial and ethnic ...
Greece calls for emergency meeting of EU energy ministers
Greece has urged France, which holds the rotating European Union presidency, to call an emergency meeting of EU energy ministers to discuss a collective response to surging energy prices, a trend now ...
How Russia-Ukraine conflict could influence Africa's food supplies
The words of the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. Wheat and other grains are back at the heart of geopolitics following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Both countries play a major role in the global agricultural market.
US has encouraged Turkey to refrain from provocative actions, Ambassador Pyatt says
The United States continues to encourage Turkey to refrain from provocative actions, US Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt said on Wednesday during a press briefing. The American response to Turkish claims refuting the sovereignty of specific Greek islands was immediate, he noted. “We were explicit on this,” Pyatt said, and firmly committed to supporting the sovereignty and […] The post US has encouraged Turkey to refrain from provocative actions, Ambassador Pyatt says appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Chatting with Greek water polo player Alex Athimaritis
By: Markos Papadatos, Senior Editor Greek water polo player Alex Athimaritis chatted with HNA’s Markos Papadatos about his latest endeavors, career-defining moments, and the digital age. He is drawn to the sport of water polo for several reasons. “The thing I love the most about water polo is the passion that I share for the […] The post Chatting with Greek water polo player Alex Athimaritis appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
GREECE; Coca-Cola HBC reports improved 2021 results
Coca-Cola HBC AG said its comparable net profit totaled 578.1 million euros in 2021, net sales revenue was 7.168 billion euros and announced plans to pay a 0.71 euro per share dividend to shareholders, up 10.9% from the previous year. The company said the volume of sales grew 14% in 2021. Energy drinks recorded a […] The post GREECE; Coca-Cola HBC reports improved 2021 results appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
EFSF reduces step-up margin on Greek loans to zero
The Board of Directors of the European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF) on Tuesday decided to reduce to zero the step-up margin accrued by Greece for the period between 17 June 2021 and 1 January 2022, as part of the medium-term debt relief measures agreed for the country in 2018. The value of this sixth successive […] The post EFSF reduces step-up margin on Greek loans to zero appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Russia-Ukraine War: Greece PM Condemns 'unprecedented Russian Provocation' In Ukraine
Speaking before the Government National Security Council meeting, Greek PM condemned the actions that counter the sovereignty and independence of countries.
Deputy head of mission hands over consignment of 35,000 doses of Moderna vaccines donated by Greece MFA to Armenia
… Mission of the Embassy of Greece to Armenia, Emmanouil Asimakopoulos, on … Moderna vaccines, donated by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs to … Armenia, the Greek embassy in Armenia informed Armenian …
Greek migration minister expresses 'surprise' at UNHCR claims
Greek Minister of Migration and … concern over alleged pushbacks in Greece. Greece's Minister of Migration … reports" claiming that the Greek coast guard is failing to … political purposes. "Ultimately, Greece cannot solve the migration crisis …
Stolen Greek Antiquities Return Home from New York
Fifty-five Greek antiquities valued at over $20 millinon are to be repatriated after the announcement of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Soldiers Raise the Russian Flag Over Ukraine Power Plant
Russian soldiers have raised the Russian flag on Thursday over the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant in southern Ukraine, according to video footage shared on social media. Russian soldiers have raised the Russian flag over the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant. https://t.co/pg8P0BlMZd pic.twitter.com/tQv4KhUwBG — Rob Lee (@RALee85) February 24, 2022 The Kakhovka Hydroelectric Station is a run-of-river […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
NATO Activates Defense Forces as Russia Launches War on Ukraine
NATO will activate its defense forces after the Russias invasion of Ukraine, according to its Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, who told the press on Thursday that peace in Europe has been “shattered.” Stoltenberg addressed a news conference, providing some information on how the land-sea and air assets of the alliance will be activated to defend […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
US Truckers’ “People’s Convoy” Starts 2,500 Mile Journey to Washington
A US trucker convoy embarked on a 2,500 mile cross-country trip from Barstow, California to Washington, DC on Wednesday, to protest against COVID-19 restrictions and vaccine mandates. Inspired by the demonstrations that paralyzed Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, for weeks, the “People’s Convoy,” among several others across the country, is set to arrive in Washington at […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
War Criminals “Go to Hell”: Ukraine’s Ambassador Slams Russian Counterpart at UN
Ukraine’s Ambassador to the UN excoriated Russia and its UN ambassador at a meeting on Thursday, declaring “There is no Purgatory for war criminals. They go straight to hell, Ambassador.” The angry words were said while the Ukraine ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya looked directly at his counterpart during a meeting of the UN Security Council early […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece denounces Russia's military intervention in Ukraine
Greece on Thursday condemned Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine, saying it violates the international order and values. “As a matter of principle, Greece respects the territorial integrity, ...
COMMUNIQUE Departure of the Archbishop for Greece-Phanar
NEW YORK—On Thursday, February 24, 2022, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America will depart for Thessaloniki, Greece in order to inaugurate a special five-part pilgrimage series organized by ...
Solid year for Greece’s OTE
Superior sports content was a driver in OTE’s TV business in 2021. According to the Greek telco, its TV subscribers total reached 624,195 at the end of the year, or 8.5% more than 12 months earlier.
Death toll rises in Grimaldi Lines’ Greek ferry disaster
Greek rescue workers looking for survivors in the carcass of the 33,588-gt Euroferry Olympia (built 1995), which went up in flames last week, are only finding dead bodies.
Greece Strengthens Presence in West Africa; Opens Embassy in Senegal
Greece has strengthened its presence in West Africa by opening an embassy in Dakar, Senegal on Wednesday. Greece Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias on an official visit to the country said that close cooperation with Senegal in education, tourism, renewables, new technologies, and Greece’s merchant fleet and navy are all areas where the two […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
World Leaders React to “Unprovoked, Evil” Russian Attack on Ukraine
Global leaders, including US President Joe Biden, have promised that “the world will hold Russia accountable” for what they describe as an “unprovoked and unjustified attack” on Ukraine, after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Thursday morning press conference. “President Putin has chosen a path of bloodshed and destruction by launching this unprovoked attack on Ukraine,” British […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greek PM condemns Russian attack, says Greece energy supply secure
PHOTO - Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis speaks during the annual Munich Security Conference, in Munich, Germany February 18, 2022. REUTERS/Andreas Gebert ATHENS (Reuters) -Greek Prime ...
Bagels in Eastdale: Owners of popular LaGrangeville Greek spot open Poughkeepsie shop
On a busy weekend, Alex Maravegias and his father Georgios make over a thousand bagels. The family owns Athena Gyro in LaGrangeville.
Step inside this 30,000-square-foot early Greek revival mansion turned country club
Set upon a 7,007-yard golf course and behind a junior Olympic-sized pool sits the 30,000-square-foot Hurstbourne Country Club. Take a peek inside.
Survivors of Deadly Night at Greek Border Say They Were Left to Die
The four men recalled a night of exhaustion, cold and fear when 19 died after being forced across the Turkish border.
Backgammon, a Greek Satire-Comedy play
"Backgammon" is a one-act play written by Dimitris Kehaidis and directed by Louis Sarris. The play is a comedy of two authentic yet familiar characters, tragic and comic at the same time, Fontas, a ...
Third body found on fire-hit Greece ferry
Images from public broadcaster ERT showed the charred remains of burnt-out vehicles in the ferry's hold. . Read more at straitstimes.com.
19-Year-Old Greek in Ukraine: “I am Afraid, I Don’t Want to Die”
A 19-year-old Greek woman living in Kyiv, Ukraine has described scenes of chaos following Russia's attack on Thursday morning.
Greece says has seccured energy supplies following Ukraine invasion
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that Greece has secured energy supplies after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Russia Attacks Mariupol, Epicenter of Greek Presence in Ukraine
The city of Mariupol, Ukraine, the epicenter of the Greek presence in the country, is under heavy bombardment from the Russian forces ...