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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Constantine, the former and last king of Greece, dies at 82

Constantine, the former and last king of Greece, has died at a private hospital in Athens, his doctors announced late Tuesday. He was 82. Staff at the private Hygeia Hospital in Athens confirmed to The Associated Press that Constantine has died after treatment in an intensive care unit but had no further details pending an official announcement.


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Last king of Greece dies in hospital

Constantine II, who was the last king of Greece before the monarchy was abolished, has died aged 82.


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Memorial For P-22 Cougar To Be Held At Greek Theater

A "celebration of life" memorial for P-22, the famed mountain lion who called L.A. home, will be held at the Greek Theater Feb. 4.


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16 Places To Eat And Drink In Athens, Greece

Between Michelin-starred restaurants and local mom-and-pop eateries flying under the radar, there is so much good food in Athens. Here are some of those spots.


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Former King of Greece Constantine Glücksburg dies at 82

He was hospitalized in the "Health" intensive care unit, after a stroke


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New Study Highlights Deficiencies in Greek Industry

Although the Greek economy has progressed significantly since it was plunged into the depths of financial hell during the government debt crisis of 2009, Greek industry still lags behind, according to a policy paper published late last year. The policy paper was published in December 2022 by the Hellenic Foundation for European & Foreign Policy […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece counts on direct air links to boost Chinese arrivals

Drawing on the direct air links between Athens, the capital of Greece, and Beijing and Shanghai in China, Athens International Airport (AIA) counts on a return of the number of Chinese arrivals in Greece to pre-pandemic levels soon.


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Aid workers trial in Greece adjourned amid protests

… the Greek island of Lesvos have had their trial in Lesvos, Greece … decided to return to the Greek island as a volunteer … This trial reveals how the Greek authorities will go to … Médecins Sans Frontieres, in Italy, Greece, France and Switzerland. (ANSAmed).


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Greek unemployment rate eased to 11.4% in November

The Greek unemployment rate eased to 11.4% of the workforce in November 2022, from 11.5% in October and 13.1% in November 2021, Hellenic Statistical Authority said on Tuesday. The number of unemployed people totaled 527,758, down 14% from November 2021 and down 1.1% from October 2022. The unemployment rate among women was 14.7% (17.5% in […] The post Greek unemployment rate eased to 11.4% in November appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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The Greek Doctor Behind the New Alzheimer’s Drug

A Greek, born and bred in Thessaloniki, is offering the world a wonder drug. No, his name is not Albert Bourla of Pfizer. Stelios Papadopoulos of Biogen will help millions with Alzheimer's. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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ICU for children: Open wound in Greece’s health system

Intensive Care Unit for children are an “open wound” in Greece’s the National Health Service ESY as recent cases of children in need for an ICU bed had to travel hundreds of kilometers have shown. In total, there are 55 ICU beds for children in public hospitals, of which 35 are in Athens and the … The post ICU for children: Open wound in Greece’s health system appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Greece: Trial of 24 volunteer migrant rescuers begins

… of Greece kicked off and was later adjourned in the Greek island … 'The Swimmers.' 'Greek authorities need to let go … a security risk here in Greece," O'Sullivan said … stating clearly that the "Greek authorities need to let go …


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John Kyriakides: CEO, London Greek Radio (London, UK)

… independent radio station.” London Greek Radio has been the … Our multilingual programmes–English and Greek–reach a large and … and public transport. “London Greek Radio has been broadcasting in … engineering. I joined the Greek Merchant Navy after leaving the …


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Election risk looms over Greek economy

… for the course of Greek economy, fiscal stability and … running high. Bank of Greece Governor Yannis Stournaras has … Akis Skertsos writes in Kathimerini. Critics of recent government … Panagiotis Petrakis cites in Kathimerini an Athens University forecasts …


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Greek exports hit all-time high in 2022

… increase in the value of Greek exports is due to the … and the great dependence that Greece still has on imports, have … played by the growth of Greek exports of oil products and … if oil products are excluded, Greek exports showed a significant increase …


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Greek Student from Thessaloniki Joins NASA Research Team

… thousands of kilometres away from Greece,” he notes. “It is difficult …


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First snow falls on northern Greece’s ski resorts

The first snow of the year has covered the landscape of northern Greece’s ski resorts as a result of the temporary worsening of the weather conditions. This is the first snow to fall on the slopes and may not be enough for skiers, however it gives fans of winter sports a reason to smile and […] The post First snow falls on northern Greece’s ski resorts appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Long-delayed trial of migrant rescuers resumes in Greece

MYTILENE (GREECE) - A trial in Greece of 24 migrant rescue workers accused of espionage, including Syrian swimmer Sarah Mardini who inspired a Netflix film, resumed Tuesday after more than a year as leading rights groups slammed the case as a masquerade.


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Warm Winter Weather Seen Hurting Greece’s Most Prized Olive Oil

… operations, especially in parts of Crete and the Peloponnese on the … site said earlier. Hopes by Greek olive oil producers for a … to protect their expected bounty. Greece exports nearly $39 million worth … emerging to wreak havoc. On Crete, where the harvest is …


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Relax Realizes Ambition to Enter Greek iGaming Market

… will now be available to Greece players. Now, the company will … ’s regulator. Ronde explained that Greece is a country where the …


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Greece seeking possible jail for aid workers in flawed case

Some 24 are facing trial in Mytilene, on the island of Lesbos, on charges related to Emergency Response Center International (ERCI), a registered NGO that had in the past assisted the Greek Coast Guard in rescue operations.


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Long delayed trial of migrant rescuers resumes in Greece

A trial in Greece of 24 humanitarian workers accused of espionage, including Syrian swimmer Sarah Mardini who inspired a Netflix film, resumed Tuesday after more than a year. The trial began in November 2021 but was swiftly adjourned. The suspects are also ...


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Greek trial of volunteer migrant rescuers to resume Friday

Two dozen Greek and foreign aid workers and volunteers who participated in migrant rescue operations on an eastern Greek island have gone on trial in a ...


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Discover the Climbing Capital of Greece: Leonidio, Peloponnese

Leonidio is firmly establishing itself as a must-visit destination for climbers from around the world


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Greek Gods that should be in Hades 2

As the name implies, Hades is a series based upon Greek mythology, featuring all the most popular gods like Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades himself. As the first trailer for Hades 2 has ...


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Greece Says Parthenon Marbles Return Talks On

… in the British Museum, Greece’s government said there are … with Greece over the Parthenon Marbles’ return to Athens, the Greek … 2022 the Greek newspaper Ta Nea reported that Greece and the … , Greece would have to loan the British Museum other Greek artifacts …


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The shortest flight in Greece takes less than 5 minutes!

Until a few years ago, Greece held the record for the … ! READ MORE: Ammothines of Lemnos: Greece';s hidden mini Sahara …


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Greece Opens Espionage Trial of Aid Workers Who Helped Migrants

Sara Mardini, a Syrian refugee turned activist, is among 24 people facing charges. Amnesty International has called the case “farcical.”


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OECD Lauds Greece on Recovery; Warns of Growth Slowdown

The recovery of the economy in Greece from the Covid-19 crisis was strong, supported by the continuation of reforms, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) said in an Economic Survey on Greece released on Tuesday. It warned however that economic growth is likely to slow to just 1.1% this year from a 5.1% […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Volunteer migrant rescuers on trial in Greece

MYTILENE, Greece (AP) — A group of 24 aid workers and volunteers who participated in migrant rescue operations on an eastern Greek island went on ...


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Relax Gaming receives Greek licence

Gaming content provider Relax Gaming is set to enter the Greek market having received approval from the Hellenic Gaming Commission.


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First snow falls on northern Greece's ski resorts

… covered the landscape of northern Greece';s ski resorts as …


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Relax Gaming extends European footprint with Greece approval

… to launch its content in Greece. The approval by the Hellenic …


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Greek Cypriots find German support against Turkish Cyprus

Germany openly declared a two-state solution to the Cyprus question was “not an option” in blatant support of the Greek part of the divided island it recognizes. The country’s Foreign Minister ...


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Greek trial of 24 rescuers who saved migrants in Med begins

The 24 volunteers are accused of several misdemeanours in a trial that has prompted uproar.


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Trial of volunteer migrant rescuers opens on Greek island

A group of 24 aid workers and volunteers who participated in migrant rescue operations on an eastern Greek island went on trial Tuesday in a smuggling-related case widely criticized by human rights groups.


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The Parthenon Marbles Can be Loaned to Greece and Never Return

Greece insisted Monday that Britain return for good the Parthenon Marbles that have been in British possession for two centuries, adding negotiations about their fate were “not easy.” “The objective is their definitive return,” government spokesman Yiannis Oikonomou told a news briefing. Greece “does not recognize the British Museum’s possession and of course ownership of […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greek government winds down migrant accomodation program ESTIA

Greece's ESTIA accommodation program for refugees and asylum seekers has been officially shut down by the Greek government after seven years in a ...


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4.8 Earthquake Rattles Lesvos Island, Greece

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled the island of Lesvos on Tuesday morning. There have been no reports of injuries. The earthquake hit 5 km east southeast of the town of Mithymna and had a focal depth of 12.4 km, according to the first report by the Athens Geodynamic Institute. Local media report that the tremor […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Migration Greece Trial

Sean Binderm, one of 24 aid workers and volunteers accused of participating in migrant rescue operations, arrives at the court in Mytilene, on the northeastern Aegean island of Lesbos, Greece, Tuesday ...


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Volunteer migrant rescuers set to face trial in Greece

“It is farcical that this trial is even taking place.” Greece, which saw around a million migrants and refugees cross to its shores from nearby Turkey at the height of the refugee crisis in 2015, has ...


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Greek unemployment eases to 11.4% in November

Greek unemployment eases to 11.4% in November. Tue, January 10, 2023 at 2:06 AM PST. ATHENS, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Greece's jobless rate eased to ...


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48 Hours in Chania


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First #snow falls on northern Greece's ski resorts


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Greek Life-Supporting Collections : yard love

yard love - American athletics brand Reebok has launched the 'Yard Love' apparel collection, a release designed to honor Black Greek organizations ...


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Greece Reveals New National Archaeological Museum Design

The National Archaeological Museum of Athens, one of the most important museums in the world, will be expanded and revamped.


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Seán Binder arrives in Greece to face trial linked to search and rescue work


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#OECD Sec'y-General @MathiasCormann presenting Economic Survey on #Greece at meeting with @PrimeministerGR


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#Greece strongly condemns the attacks and fully supports President #LulaDaSilva


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Change of #weather with heavy rainfall expected in #Greece from late Monday


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