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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

US to meet Poland in United Cup semis, Greece play Italy

… on Wednesday as Poland and Greece also advanced. The three countries … place in the final while Greece meet Italy. Tiafoe gave … team effort paid off." Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas shrugged off a … run against the Croatian. But Greece were dragged into a deciding …


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Well-known sub shop to open new location in Greece

… from the Wegmans supermarket, in Greece. The first area Jersey Mike … Spencerport Road in Gates. The Greece location will be the fifth … support Center 4 Hope in Greece. Customers with a special fundraising …


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Special Epiphany Koliva Has Ancient Greek Roots

Epiphany Koliva, a version of the food eaten at funerals in Eastern Europe, called Fotokoliva, has been made for many centuries on the Greek island of Crete. By Giorgio Pintzas Monzani The feast of Epiphany, celebrated every January 6, plays a fundamental role in the Orthodox world, almost as much as the great feasts of […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Sakkari, Tsitsipas' mixed doubles win leads Greece to final four

Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas edged Croatia’s Petra Martic and Borna Gojo in a decisive fifth rubber to lead Greece into the United Cup semifinals.


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Sakkari, Tsitsipas' mixed doubles win leads Greece to semifinals

Click here to find out more info. Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas edged Croatia’s Petra Martic and Borna Gojo in a decisive fifth rubber to lead Greece into the United Cup semifinals. By WTA Staff Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images PERTH, Australia ...


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Greece takes measures to tackle medicine shortages

Greece announced on Wednesday additional measures to deal with certain drug shortages, a problem it said was global and attributed to an increase in seasonal virus infections, supply chain issues, the energy crisis and reduced exports from Asia.


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United Cup: Croatia edged by Greece in City Final in Perth

… – Croatia has been beaten by Greece 3-2 in the Perth … second in a tiebreak. The Greek would eventually take an enthralling … and it would be the Greeks who would prevail, winning in … Cup (@UnitedCupTennis) January 4, 2023 Greece now joins USA, Poland and …


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Tsitsipas Downs Coric In Thriller, Draws Greece Level In Perth

… in the second set. The Greek was then in trouble at … Open in Cincinnati, but the Greek showed no early signs of … the deciding set, but the Greek’s big hitting continued to … evening session in Perth, where Greece’s WTA No. 6 Maria …


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Economou: Greece made significant economic progress

… extremely difficult global environment, Greece withstood the pressures and … difficult global environment, Greece withstood the pressures and … crises. But all Greeks now know from personal … strongest EU countries and Greeks can permanently overcome the …


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What Did Ancient Greeks Think About Snow?

In many parts of the world, winter is the season that brings snow. Although this type of weather is less common in Greece than in northern Europe, it does occur, primarily in the mountains. The ancient Greeks were certainly no strangers to snow. Homer used it as the basis for several metaphors and similes in his […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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War Inspires Greek-American Stephan Morrow’s Drama ‘Darkness After Night: Ukraine’ (Trailer)

NEW YORK – Greek-American Stephan Morrow puts all …


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UK, Greece close to agreeing deal to return Parthenon Marbles

… former finance minister – and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for … Athens reciprocating with some ancient Greek treasures. Any loan deal … The Telegraph said that Greece intends to keep up … to the Ottoman Empire, Greece maintains the marbles were …


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Elections in Greece not before April, say gov’t sources

Government sources ruled out general parliamentary elections before April this year. “The prime minister remains steadfast to his commitment that elections will be held at the end of his four-year term. He will decide what the appropriate date is after April,” the sources told media after a meeting at Maximos Mansion chaired by Kyriakos Mitsotakis. … The post Elections in Greece not before April, say gov’t sources appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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New Year’s in Greece with Lights and Homemade Cuisine

By Catherine Tsounis Europeans are survivors. In particular, Greeks live for the moment. They endure, overcome, and make a positive into a negative experience. New Year in Tripoli, in the Peloponnese mountain heartland, and Larissa, in central Greece, enjoyed light spectacles and family feasts. Our friends Sotiri and Konstantina of Tripolis emailed their blessings with […] The post New Year’s in Greece with Lights and Homemade Cuisine appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Sakkari, Tsitsipas mixed doubles win leads Greece to final four

Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas edged Croatia’s Petra Martic and Borna Gojo in a decisive fifth rubber to lead Greece into the United Cup semifinals.


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U.S. to meet Poland in United Cup semis, Greece play Italy

Frances Tiafoe battled past Briton Dan Evans 3-6 7-5 6-3 to put the United States into the semi-finals of the United Cup mixed team tournament on Wednesday as Poland and Greece also advanced.


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53% of public support sending Elgin Marbles back to Greece

… the sculptures rightfully belonged to Greece. Read More The results … to a landmark deal with Greece. Its chairman, former chancellor … that would see other Greek antiquities go on show … with Greece” and would “talk to anyone, including the Greek government …


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Not Just Tourists: German Pensioners Want to Buy Greek Property

… pandemic that’s waning in Greece and the pensioners wanting to … looking for holiday homes in Greece. Sales on the islands of … and quality of life in Greece, with cheaper prices and accommodations … agent said of the offerings. Greece’s Tourism Ministry has also …


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Three Islands Lure, Greece Will Be 2023 Tourist Top Draw Again

… country’s biggest revenue engine – Greece is looking to another smash … , it goes without saying Greece will be busier than ever … recommended that the islands of Corfu, Milos and Rhodes were … as Mykonos and Santorini. Greece’s Tourism Ministry has been …


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Greece Wants EU-Wide Program to Tackle Critical Drug Shortages

… approach, Greek Health Minister Thanos Plevris said, the problem in Greece being … as an immediate solution, although Greece has companies making drugs to … season bringing more respiratory ailments. Greece also will require pharmaceutical companies …


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UK,Greece close to agreeing deal to return Parthenon Marbles

(ANSA-afp) - LONDON, 04 GEN - The Parthenon Marbles could soon be returned to Greece from the British Museum as part of a "cultural exchange" being negotiated with Athens, a report said on Wednesday. The ancient sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles ...


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Deal between Greece & British Museum on Parthenon Marbles?

Greece’s Culture Ministry declined to confirm a report on Tuesday that the British Museum and the Acropolis Museum are nearing an agreement on the gradual return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece. According to Bloomberg news agency, such an agreement would foresee that a part of the Parthenon Sculptures would be sent by the British … The post Deal between Greece & British Museum on Parthenon Marbles? appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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İbrahim Kalın: Greece will have serious consequences if it expands its territorial waters

… that if Greece expands the "territorial waters in Crete, our … ships will leave the Mediterranean from Greek … spokesperson added. After the Greek Parliament adopted the UN Charter … would mean that the Greek Continental Shelves extend to …


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Greek Health Minister Says No Drug Shortages in Public Hospitals

… selling them to other countries, Greek Health Minister Thanos Plevris said … ANA-MPA. But he said Greece is better off than other …


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A new career high for the Greek Freak

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a career-high 55 points in his return from a one-game absence, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Washington Wizards 123-113 on Tuesday night, bursting their five-game winning streak. Antetokounmpo has scored at least 40 points …


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Greek Government Sources: Elections from April Onwards

ATHENS – Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis chaired a meeting on Wednesday during which they discussed the planning for the next period. According to sources reporting on the meeting, the prime minister is sticking to his pledge to hold elections at the …


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Greece: New Democracy MP Themis Himaras has resigned

The possibility of handing over his seat in Parliament was open since yesterday


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Giannis Antetokounmpo love runs deep for Greek Raptors fans

The Greek Freak's connection to basketball fans has transcended past the sport, not just in his NBA city but for Greek fans in Toronto.


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Greek Composer Notis Mavroudis Dies in Horrific Accident

Greek composer Notis Mavroudis died after a horrific accident at his home at Mount Pelion on Tuesday. He was 77. Mavroudis was killed when he fell from a height of three meters off a makeshift scaffolding he used to do housework. Mavroudis was a songwriter, a guitarist, a columnist and a radio producer. He worked […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Electricity in Greece Still Most Expensive in Europe

Greece has the highest electricity price in the EU for the second week. On Wednesday the wholesale price was above 218 euros per MWh, by far above every other country in the EU. By comparison, Bulgaria and Romania have the second most expensive wholesale price with 188/MWh. Hungary and Italy follow with 184/MWh and 172/MWh […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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The Story Behind Maya Angelou’s Greek Last Name

Famous African American poet and author Maya Angelou, who recently became the first black woman to appear on a US coin, has a distinctly Greek last name. A US quarter featuring an image of Angelou went into circulation this week as part of the “American Women Quarters” program, which will feature images of significant American […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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‘Greek Freak’ Giannis pours in career-high 55 in Bucks win

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a career-high 55 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and dished seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the visiting Washington Wizards 123-113 on Tuesday. With Antetokounmpo ...


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Greek composer Mavroudis dies at 77


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Parthenon Marbles could return to Greece on long-term loan

The British Museum's position is that this happened legally with the approval of Greece's Ottoman rulers. Greece argues the marbles were stolen and ...


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United Cup: Stefanos Tsitsipas keeps Greece in the running

Stefanos Tsitsipas scored 1-1 for Greece in a dramatic match against Borna Coric. The United States, meanwhile, is leading against Great Britain.


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Elgin Marbles could be sent to Greece as part of 'cultural exchange'

The repatriation plans for the Elgin Marbles have reportedly been completed, as the British Museum may return them to Greece soon as part of a ...


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Luxury villa rental firm nabs Greek counterpart

Holiday home rental company Le Collectionist has acquired luxury villa operator, The Greek Villas.


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141 more migrants saved in Aegean after illegal Greek pushback

Türkiye’s coast guard teams came to the rescue of 141 irregular migrants who were illegally pushed back into Turkish territorial waters by ...


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Greece urges EU-wide common solution to drug shortages

Greece has called on the EU to devise a common solution to drug shortages that have hit multiple member states, the country's health minister said on Wednesday. Speaking to public broadcaster ERT, Health Minister Thanos Plevris said he addressed European ...


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Greek courts abuse pre-trial detention

With large prisoner numbers and detention times far in excess of European averages, pre-trial detention is being abused by the Greek justice ...


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Osborne set to OK loan of Elgin Marbles to Greece: reports

The so-called Elgin Marbles could soon be returned to Greece as the British Museum reportedly closes in on a landmark deal.


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Shipping: The two major clients of Greek ports

The largest number of approaches to Piraeus and Thessaloniki have an origin or destination ports of the two neighboring countries.


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Greece in 2023: An Election in the Shadow of ‘Predator-Gate’

… have injected fresh uncertainty into Greece’s 2023 parliamentary election. What …


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Greek still one of the most spoken languages outside English

Burnley wrote in the 1970s that the Greek community had reached an extraordinary level of institutional completeness. In other words, Greeks within ...


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