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Friday, August 11, 2023

Greece fires in maps and satellite images show extent of damage

More than 20,000 people have fled the flames on the island since the weekend, Greece's largest-ever wildfire evacuation. Image source, Reuters Some 16,000 people have been transported across land and another 3,000 evacuated by sea, police say. Others have ...


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With hundreds lost in the migrant shipwreck near Greece, identifying the dead is ...

Mohamed Diab, the father of 21-year-old Abdulrahman, center, who was on the boat that sank off the coast of Greece, holds a phone showing a photo ...


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Titan Quest 2 Brings the ARPG Back to Greek Mythology on PS5

Developed by SpellForce 3 studio Grimlore Games, the title returns to a Greek mythology setting, with top down action akin to Diablo.


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Greece, Canada, now Hawaii: Why are wildfires getting so fierce?

Rising global temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns are expected to escalate the frequency, intensity, and duration of wildfires.


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Ogier returns for EKO Acropolis Rally Greece

Greece sports one of the strongest and biggest WRC2 fields in recent memory with the top five drivers in the championship standings among the 30 WRC2 ...


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China supersedes Greece as the world's largest owner for the first time

Greece has been toppled from its decade-long standing at the top of the global tonnage charts by China, according to Clarksons Research.


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Millersville Greek restaurant Hellas to close after 25 years

Millersville residents will be saying “antio” to the beloved Hellas Restaurant and Lounge Sept. 3, the last day the establishment will be serving up its popular cream of crab soup, bourbon gold wings and jumbo pork chops.


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Kent State Dominates Final Greek Exhibition Contest

ATHENS — The Kent State women's basketball team finished a 2-0 week with a 108-24 victory over Amilla Peristeriou BC on Friday.


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Greece launches mission to rescue migrants on stranded yacht

Greece is seeing a spike in arrivals by sea of people fleeing conflict and economic hardship in the Middle East and Africa.


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“Very High Risk of Fires” in several Greece’s regions, Aug 12 (MAP)

A very high risk of fires (risk category 4) has been forecast for Saturday,  August 12, in several Greek regions, according to the Fire Danger Forecast Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection of the Climate Crisis and Civil Protection ministry.   The regions with a Very High Risk of Fires danger are: … The post “Very High Risk of Fires” in several Greece’s regions, Aug 12 (MAP) appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Covid-19 infections increase again in Greece; 11% “Eris” strain

New cases of Covid-19 infections increased in the week of July 31-August 6 when compared to the previous week, according to the weekly report by the National Public Health Organisation (EODY), published on Thursday. 11% of the new cases is owed to the new ‘Eris‘ strain of the coronavirus, it was noted. Summary July 31-August … The post Covid-19 infections increase again in Greece; 11% “Eris” strain appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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Mystery Over Woman’s Remains at Men-Only Mount Athos, Greece

Mystery surrounds the remains of a woman discovered in 2019 who was buried centuries ago at the cemetery of Pantokratoros Monastery on Mount Athos. The Greek “Holy Mountain” with its nearly 1,800-year continuous Christian presence is home to twenty monasteries, where only men are allowed to visit. The bones were discovered during restoration work being […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Sts. Anargyroi Church plans annual Greek Festival

The festival will include Greek foods and pastries, live music and dancing, Greek souvenirs and a Greek marketplace, Greek dance performers and ...


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Greek startup makes cosmetics out of coffee residue

Greek startup Coffee-eco, based in the western city of Patra, produces sunscreen, lip balm, face scrub, and anti-aging and moisturizing creams ...


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Greece's Antetokounmpo To Miss Basketball World Cup

Greece's hopes of landing basketball's World Cup took a major blow on Friday when their star player Giannis Antetokounmpo announced he will miss the tournament.


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UEFA rating: Greece increased the gap with Croatia!

… , the three representatives of Greece came on Thursday to collect … 500 more. Thus, Greece remained in 19th place, reaching … the Poles reached 21250 points. Greece remains far from the Czech … Zagreb hooligans arrested in Athens on... rockets!


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Greece's Antetokounmpo to miss basketball World Cup

… and has been absent from Greece';s preparations for the … underlined his commitment to the Greek team and cast forward to … ; Without their star player, Greece lost their last two warm- … Indonesia, starting on August 25. Greece, led by Dimitris Itoudis, begin …


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Romanian hooligans: "We came to Greece for a wedding

According to ERT, the seven Romanian fans arrested yesterday in Promachonas were sentenced to one year in prison with a three-year suspension and a fine of 1,000 euros each. The men appealed and, during their testimony, claimed they came to vacation in …


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Croatian fans face murder charges in Greece

… soccer fans appeared in an Athens court on Wednesday to face … -year-old Greek fan was stabbed to death outside AEK Athens’ stadium … was feared later Wednesday as Athens club, Panathinaikos, faced Marseille in … in the centre of the Greek capital. By half-time no …


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Six Senses Porto Heli: Gateway to Wellness and Adventure on the Greek Peloponnesian Riviera

… Ermioni in the beautiful Greek Peloponnese, with the famous … field of action for Greece since prehistoric times, hosting … Architecture and Arch Group from Athens, reflects the relationship with … with panoramic views, traditional Greek Kafeneio, a variety of …


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Greece plans to limit number of visitors to Acropolis

Greece is planning to impose visitor … Acropolis, the ancient temple in Athens, its culture minister said Wednesday …


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Little Greece in Armenia border village (PHOTOS)

… 1949, had brought olives from Greece to Armenia in 1955. He …


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Giannis Antetokounmpo to miss FIBA World Cup for Greece

In 2021, Greece, without Antetokounmpo as he was playing in the NBA playoffs, lost a winner-goes-to-the-Olympics game against the Czech Republic.


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Indian PM Modi Will Visit Greece Later This Month

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Greece later this month to bolster ties and as part of his travels to the BRICS summit in South ...


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USA vs Greece: times, how to watch on TV, stream online

All the information you need if you want to watch the USA vs Greece friendly game previous to the World Cup in Abu Dhabi.


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Greek Success Stories

In the world of wealth and prosperity, Greek individuals and those with Greek heritage have left an indelible mark. From achieving rapid riches to ...


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Away Game: the Greek escapes to book now

Searching for last minute Greek holiday inspiration? ... Framed by dramatic cliffs and sparkling Greek waters below, this stone-walled house is a ...


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UEFA Foundation's support to Greek children

Leandros is one of many children supported by local Greek associations and the UEFA Foundation for Children. UEFA Foundation for Children ...


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US fines Greek operator $2.25m for broken inert-gas system

The US government has fined a Greek ship operator $2.25m for having a ship with a broken inert-gas system. The Department (DOJ) of Justice levied ...


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Venice: Modern Greece's First Diaspora

The city of Venice in Italy was the place where the first Greek Diaspora settled in the modern, post-Byzantine era.


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Drinks doctor: What's the hype around Greek wine?

Do you have any Greek wines on your wine list? I hope so. Greece is one of the oldest wine producers on the planet, while also being the newest ...


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Hilton enhances Greek portfolio with beachfront hotel in Crete

Hilton has announced plans to open Imperial Flair Chania Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton, which is set to open in 2026.


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Colm O'Gorman: How to make my twist on Greek chicken gyros

A non-traditional take on this Greek classic... including pan-fried chicken and yoghurt and mint sauce.


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Lithuanian 'adult' crisps outrage Greek parents

Lithuanian potato crisps – or chips – with racy branding have become popular with Greek kids but have drawn ire from the...


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Greek justice interview suspects over fan killing

Greek justice on Friday began interviewing dozens of suspects over the fatal stabbing of a fan near Athens ahead of a Champions League game this ...


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Siblings, friends create Greek fast casual concept

Additionally, the menu features several vegetarian options, traditional Greek dips and salads. The restaurant will also serve wine and beer.


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Jeff Bezos Vacations in Greece on His Superyacht

Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos has set his sights on the Ionian Sea in Greece with his lavish vacation aboard the superyacht “Koru.” It is valued at an astounding five hundred million dollars. After cruising through the Cyclades last year, Bezos and his partner, Lauren Sanchez, have chosen the Ionian Sea for their summer escape. The […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Italian shipwreck 'Taormina' identified in Greece

Italian shipwreck 'Taormina' identified in Greece. The waters of Cape Sounion where the shipwreck has been found. Photo: athensflat.gr.


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Greek striker Fountas released by DC United after racism probe

Greek international forward Taxiarchis Fountas has been released by Major League Soccer club DC United after the player was investigated for ...


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Popular Greek restaurant opening another Vancouver location

Joining The Greek Yaletown and Gastown and North Van's Greek by Anatoli will be this West Broadway location in the old Heritage Asian Eatery spot.


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Greece Invited to Submit Films for the 96th Oscars Race

Greece's Selection Process · Michael Cacoyannis' film Electra was nominated in 1962, followed by · Vassilis Georgiadis' The Red Lanterns in 1963. Two ...


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Paris Hilton Is a 'Bikini Barbie' in Greece Boat Trip Photos

Paris Hilton took some time off from her busy life to relax in style on a yacht in Greece. See the stunning shots.


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In Lauren J.A. Bear's debut novel 'Medusa's Sisters,' Greek mythology's monstrous sisters ...

Bear gives three dimensions to characters the Greeks depicted monochromatically as victims, witches, and monsters.


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C&S Enterprises Plans Apartments Behind Greek Revival Manse

An affiliate of the Beverly Hills-based rental property firm has filed plans to build the apartments behind the 93-year-old Greek Revival home at 7922 ...


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Live Greek Music In Athens Square Park

Each week (until October 3, from 7-9 pm), a band will be playing traditional and contemporary music in Greek. Dancing is welcome at this free, ...


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