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Friday, July 1, 2022

GREECE: MFRR partners welcome acquittal of journalists in Novartis criminal case

The acquittals represent an important validation of watchdog journalism in GREECE and a vital – yet costly – victory for the rule of law and press ...


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GREECE Approves Harpoon Anti-Ship Missile Procurement

Greek outlet New Post reported that the projectile would be outfitted on the Hellenic Air Force's fleet of F-16 aircraft. GREECE has 121 F-16s: 83 ...


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Ambassador Tsunis's Remarks at Independence Day Reception

It united our peoples – as many brave Americans joined Greeks and courageously fought by their side for GREECE'S independence 201 years ago, with the ...


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Foreigners going house hunting in GREECE again

Foreign direct investment in the Greek real estate market has returned to the record pace of 2019, according to data from the Bank of GREECE.


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Greece´s SKY Express, Emirates Enter Partnership

Greek carrier SKY Express and Emirates have partnered with the goal of boosting inbound tourism from New York and Dubai to Athens. Passengers flying with Emirates between Dubai and New York JFK via ...


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Kairos Mediterranean brings 'craveable faves,' tabbouli, bowls and more to Market Square

More culinary diversity is on the menu at Market Square with the opening of the GREEK cuisine restaurant, Kairos Mediterranean.


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FINA World Championships: Croatia to Fight for Bronze Medal against Greece

Spain beat Croatia 10:5 in the FINA World Championships semifinal match on Friday. Croatia and Greece will play in the match for 3rd place.


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Porto Zante Villas and Spa, GREECE hotel review

Porto Zante Villas and Spa, GREECE hotel review. Porto Zante in the Greek island of Zakynthos brings spoiling villa living to another level – plus ...


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Man pleads guilty for 2020 fatal crash in GREECE

A man has pleaded guilty for a crash that killed a woman in GREECE, according to the Monroe County District Attorney's Office.


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US allows ship to unload Russian oil cargo after finding no breach of sanctions: Reports

Washington [US], July 1 (ANI/Sputnik): The United States on Friday allowed a halted oil tanker transporting fuel products from Russia to unload its cargo in a Louisiana port after finding no evidence of sanctions violations, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. The Daytona tanker, owned by a Greek company, was allowed to unload in New Orleans after US authorities concluded that no breach of sanctions on Russia occu


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What Happened at an Ancient Greek Symposium

The symposium was one of the most important aspects of ancient Greek culture, as it served as an essential setting for discussions.


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Talks advance over Israeli ‘mistakenly’ held in Greece on Interpol warrant - lawyer

Nir Yaslovitzh says he presented documents proving client is not man wanted by Interpol; Dude Ashkenazi will appear before judge panel for Tuesday hearing on his appeal ...


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Protopresbyter Alexander Karloutsos to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

This extraordinary honor has only ever been bestowed upon one other GREEK-American, the ever-memorable Archbishop Iakovos by President Carter in 1979.


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US would act in Aegean confrontation

Moreover, the American ambassador to GREECE is a Greek American for the ... it in America's interest to be on GREECE'S side more than Turkey's?


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NATO Summit a 'diplomatic Waterloo' for GREECE, says Tsipras

This week's NATO Summit was a “terrible diplomatic defeat” for GREECE, opposition SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras has said, describing developments ...


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GREECE formally requested to purchase up to 40 F-35 Lightning IIs

GREECE signed and sent to the U.S. a Letter of Request (LoR) for the supply and purchase of 20 F-35 fighter jets, plus 20 options.


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Northern Cyprus proposes cooperation with Greek Cypriots on hydrocarbon, renewables

President Tatar makes proposals to be conveyed to Greek Cypriot leader Anastasiades through UN secretary general - Anadolu Agency ...


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The Greek annual inflation rate was 12% in June, Eurostat says

The Eurozone’s annual inflation rate jumped to 8.6% in June from 8.1% in May, according to a flash estimate by Eurostat released on Friday. The EU’s statistics service, in a monthly report, said that energy grew by 41.9% in June (39.1% in May), followed by food, alcohol and tobacco (8.9% from 7.5%, respectively), non-energy industrial […] The post The Greek annual inflation rate was 12% in June, Eurostat says appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Memories of Ravenna: Arian  Baptistry and Church of Santo Spirito

By Catherine Tsounis Greek culture is in Ravenna and the tourist is not aware, as it lingers in the shadows. Our destination was the Arian Baptistery. The ancient cathedral of the Arian cult, built at the beginning of the sixth century, is right next to it.  Built by Theoderic, the Cathedral was dedicated to the […] The post Memories of Ravenna: Arian  Baptistry and Church of Santo Spirito appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Turkey's NATO victory 'terrible diplomatic defeat': Greece's Tsipras

The deal between Turkey, Sweden and Finland at the NATO summit in Madrid is 'a diplomatic waterloo for the Greek positions,' main opposition Syriza ...


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From Novartis-scandal to Novartis-gate, when gov’t officials spread fake news

Prominent justice reporter Ioanna Mandrou complained in a shocking denouncement on Friday about “an organized disinformation plan to court editors” regarding the impeachment of former SYRIZA deputy Justice Minister and the prosecutor who had investigated the Novartis scandal in Greece. “With an unanimous decision, ex deputy Justice Minister Dimitris Papaggelopoulos and prosecutor Eleni Touloupaki would … The post From Novartis-scandal to Novartis-gate, when gov’t officials spread fake news appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Corinth Canal reopens to marine traffic on July 4 for three months

The Corinth Canal will temporarily reopen for three months on Monday, July 4,  2022, to accommodate summer maritime traffic. It will close in the winter months for restoration works and will open again for 4 summer months in 2023 and close again for the completion of the works. The project to restore the Corinth Canal … The post Corinth Canal reopens to marine traffic on July 4 for three months appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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10 Things To Do In Athens, Greece During Your First Time There

Make the most of a layover in Athens (or make this historic city the focal point of your trip) by exploring the Greek capital.


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Turkish president rejects efforts for meeting with GREEK PM

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan rejected efforts by NATO leaders in Madrid to mediate a meeting with GREEK Prime Minister Kyriakos ...


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Milwaukee is checking GREEK big man George Papagiannis

Former lottery pick George Papagiannis is on the Bucks shortlist, per Eurohoops sources. Milwaukee is checking the GREEK center and if they decide to ...


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New fee to visit 30 countries including Greece, France and Spain

Schengen area entry requirements are changing for Brits meaning that UK holidaymakers will need to pay to visit 30 countries including hotspots like Portugal, Greece, Italy and France ...


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Molly Smith sizzles in busty bikini-clad snaps as Callum Jones reveals they barely spend time apart

Molly Smith sizzles in busty bikini-clad snaps in GREECE with boyfriend Callum Jones - as he admits they have 'barely spent time apart' since meeting.


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Ancient Monument on GREECE'S Sikinos Receives European Award

The Monument of Episkopi, a Roman mausoleum converted to a Byzantine church on the island of Sikinos, GREECE.


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Greece, France sign business agreements related to Hellenic Navy’s FDI frigate order

France’s Naval Group, responsible for building the three FDI frigates ordered by the Hellenic Navy, signed several agreements and collaborations on Thursday with their industrial partners in Greece, at the French embassy in Athens. The agreements are within the framework of Greek industries’ participation in the frigate program, while Naval Group hopes to build long-term […] The post Greece, France sign business agreements related to Hellenic Navy’s FDI frigate order appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Unique Roman-era monument’s restoration on Sikinos island receives European Heritage Award

The Monument of Episkopi, a Roman mausoleum converted to a Byzantine church on the Greek island of Sikinos, was among the winners of the 2022 European Heritage Awards, announced on Thursday by the European Commission and Europa Nostra. The awards were given to 30 winners from 18 countries in 5 categories, and will be celebrated […] The post Unique Roman-era monument’s restoration on Sikinos island receives European Heritage Award appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Greece, Romania celebrate 140 years of diplomatic relations with exhibit at Byzantine Museum

Greece and Romania are presenting an exhibition of diplomatic documents at the Byzantine & Christian Museum  to mark the 140 years of Greek-Romanian diplomatic relations, the Greek Foreign Affairs Ministry said on Thursday. The exhibition, originally planned for the 140th anniversary in 2020, was postponed due to the pandemic. It is organized by the diplomatic […] The post Greece, Romania celebrate 140 years of diplomatic relations with exhibit at Byzantine Museum appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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EXCLUSIVE: Andy Serkis Tackles Greek Mythology With New Series Eternus

Let There Be Carnage director and motion capture actor tackles printed comics with a new series starring a drunken Heracles.


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Inflation in Greece climbs to 12% in June, says EUROSTAT

Inflation in Greece jumped to 12% in June, the European statistics authority ELSTAT said on Friday The Eurozone’s annual inflation rate jumped to 8.6% in June from 8.1% in May, according to a flash estimate by Eurostat released on Friday. The EU’s statistics service, in a monthly report, said that energy grew by 41.9% in … The post Inflation in Greece climbs to 12% in June, says EUROSTAT appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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ANSAmed Politics 'We don't want war with Greece', Erdogan says

(ANSAmed) - ISTANBUL, 01 LUG - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was quoted by Anadolu news agency as saying Friday that "we don't intend to declare war against Greece". However, he added "Greece ...


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New F-35 customer: Greece sends request for 20 stealth jets

"Our intention is to acquire an F-35 squadron with a possible option for a second one. Sending a Letter of Request (LoR) which has happened in the past few days is part of this pr ...


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Diaporos: The Exotic Greek Island with Warm Waters All Year Round

Diaporos islet in Halkidiki, northern Greece, is like an exotic island, with crystal clear warm waters and no winds all year round.


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Wimbledon: Tsitsipas sets blockbuster Kyrgios clash, Nadal battles through R3

London [UK], July 1 (ANI): Stefanos Tsitsipas has set a blockbuster clash with Nick Kyrgios on Thursday when he cruised past Jordan Thompson 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to reach the third round at Wimbledon for just the second time. The Greek looked sharp throughout his two-hour and four-minute clash against Thompson on Court 1, opening his shoulders to dictate from the baseline. The fourth seed, who is making his fifth appearance at W


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Türkiye has no desire to go to war with Greece: President Erdogan

Türkiye's efforts continue to arrange meeting between Russian, Ukrainian leaders, Ankara can help resolve grain crisis, says Turkish president - Anadolu Agency ...


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No plans to start war with Greece: Erdogan

Turkey has no plans to start a war with Greece, though Athens violates Turkey''s airspace, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday.


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Ambassador Tsunis: Greece and the US on the frontline of the battle to defend democracy

The dream of democracy was born in Greece, it was what inspired the founding of the United States and also what united the Greek and American people, U.S. Ambassador to Greece George James Tsunis said in a speech at a reception given by the U.S. General Consulate in Thessaloniki at Anatolia College on Thursday night, […] The post Ambassador Tsunis: Greece and the US on the frontline of the battle to defend democracy appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Corfu among the top destinations for holidays in Greece and abroad

The island of Corfu in the Ionian Sea claims one of the top positions as a preferred holiday destination for tourists from both Greece and abroad. According to the head of the staff union of the Corfu Civil Aviation Authority, Dimitris Roussos, over 300,000 tourists from abroad arrived at Ioannis Kapodistrias airport in June, while […] The post Corfu among the top destinations for holidays in Greece and abroad appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Impressive Monument of Episkopi, Sikinos, wins European Heritage Awards 2022

The Monument of Episkopi, a Roman mausoleum converted to a Byzantine church on the Greek island of Sikinos, was among the winners of the 2022 European Heritage Awards, announced on Thursday by the European Commission and Europa Nostra. This impressive Roman mausoleum of EPISKOPI was converted to a Byzantine church, meaning it has survived nearly … The post Impressive Monument of Episkopi, Sikinos, wins European Heritage Awards 2022 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Tsipras on NATO Summit: “A terrible diplomatic defeat for Greece”

The outcome of the NATO Summit in Madrid is “a diplomatic Waterloo for Greek positions,” SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance leader Alexis Tsipras said on Thursday. Speaking to OPEN TV, Tsipras said “we understood what happened in Madrid yesterday (Wednesday), but the Greek government says it is satisfied.” “The government has placed the bar low in terms of … The post Tsipras on NATO Summit: “A terrible diplomatic defeat for Greece” appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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EU warns Greece to halt 'violent' deportations of refugees

The European Union's top migration official has warned Greece that violent deportations of asylum seekers will result in a loss of cash.


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There's no GREEK weird wave: Jacqueline Lentzou on Moon, 66 Questions

Mixing in experimental sequences, VHS footage and glittering pop music, this debut film puts a different side of GREEK cinema back into the ...


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Ancient Greek Lyres Make a Comeback in Thessaloniki

Seikilo is a unique exhibition of ancient musical instruments, featuring the ancient Greek lyre, in the heart of Thessaloniki ...


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Greece Manufacturing Growth At 16-Month Low

Greece's manufacturing activity expanded at the slowest pace in sixteen months in June, as output and new orders contracted, survey ...


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China's image slips further in developed world: Survey

A 19-nation survey by the Pew Research Center showed a further deterioration of China's reputation over the past several years, as concerns grow about Beijing's rising military and economic power, its human rights record and the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic. A record 50 per cent saw China unfavorably in Greece, which has welcomed major Chinese investment since its economic crisis.


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Want To Skip The Crowds? 10 Underrated Greek Islands

Greece is one of the most popular destinations during the European summer. Yet, the country has hundreds of islands that are little-known.


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Study: GREEKS Hold Back on Summer Holidays Due to High Prices

High prices are forcing GREEKS to take shorter holidays this year despite the pent-up desire to travel after two years of Covid restrictions.


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