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Sunday, August 20, 2023

Greece significantly less wealthy than Med neighbors

Greece trails other Mediterranean EU countries in per capita wealth, according to the 14th edition of the Global Worth Report issued by Swiss Bank UBS, joined this year by Credit Suisse, which it acquired a few months ago. However, in contrast to other southern European countries, namely Italy and Spain, Greece showed wealth inequality decrease … The post Greece significantly less wealthy than Med neighbors appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.


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‘Let him be sworn in,’ Greece tells Albania

… assurances to Greece immediately after the second Greek election in … office. The protest rally Athens’ hardening stance manifested … the mayors of Athens Kostas Bakoyannis and Thessaloniki Konstantinos Zervas took … the property titles of Greeks which have never …


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Kelley Flanagan Shares Swimsuit Photo Saying "Visit Greece" —

Kelley Flanagan recently enjoyed a trip to Greece, and shared a stunning video on Instagram of herself posing in a black swimsuit on a boat.


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Greek Standings

Bishop Emeritus Howard J. Hubbard hospitalized in critical condition AEK Athens vs. Panaitolikos Agrinio, 1:45 p.m. ppd Panathinaikos vs. Atromitos Athinon, 3 p.m. ppd Olympiacos Piraeus vs. Panserraikos FC, 3 p.m. Atromitos Athinon vs. Olympiacos Piraeus, 2:30 p.m. ppd


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Greek Results

ATHENS, GREECE (AP) - Results from Greek football: Volos NPS 2, PAS Lamia 1964 2 PAS Giannina 3, AE Kifisia FC 0 AEK Athens vs. Panaitolikos Agrinio, 1:45 p.m. ppd Panathinaikos vs. Atromitos Athinon, ...


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Greek spokesman refers to incidents in Pyla, Cyprus

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis in an interview with SKAI TV on Saturday said that there will be no tax increase as there were no ...


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Katoomba's iconic Greek Café asks for help

In 2023 this iconic “Greek Restaurant” and Blue Mountains legend, asked for help. Closed and deteriorating, the Heritage listed property has been ...


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Pharos initiative launches student survey to revitalise Modern Greek learning in Australia

Pharos, the alliance who's mission is "to fortify the teaching, learning, and use of the Greek language across the country" has initiated a ...


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How Much Do Greek Basketball Players Make

The average salary of a Greek basketball player can vary greatly depending on various factors such as skill level, experience, and team budget.


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Greek Lyre Virtuoso Theodore Koumartzis

Greek Lyre Virtuoso Theodore Koumartzis ... Theodore Koumartzis, a renowned lyre musician and the visionary behind the pioneering Museum of Ancient ...


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Glendi fest serves up Greek culture, tradition in Boardman

The family-friendly fundraiser features plenty of Greek meals, pastries, music and dance. The underlying idea is to celebrate Greek culture, customs ...


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Riviera Travel unveils new Greek Islands cruise and stay

Riviera Travel is launching a new 10-night Greek cruise itinerary with pre and post-hotel stays in partnership with Celestyal Cruises.


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Wildfire in northeastern Greece razes forest

Wildfire in northeastern Greece razes forest. Fire service issues high alert for 5 other regions. Ahmet Gencturk | 20.08.2023 - Update : 20.08.


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Greece evacuates more villages as wildfire rages for 2nd day

THESSALONIKI, Greece — Greek authorities evacuate another five villages near the northeastern border with Turkey, where a large summer wildfire ...


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Greek authorites rescue 60 migrants

Greek authorities on Saturday rescued nearly 60 migrants in inflatable dinghies trying to cross from Turkey to the nearby eastern Aegean Sea islands in two separate incidents, the coast guard said. In ...


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Greece’s Top 10 Exports

A strategic juncture for Europe, Asia and Africa, the Hellenic Republic commonly known as Greece shipped US$57.4 billion worth of products around the globe in 2022. That dollar amount reflects a 45.3% increase compared to $39.5 billion during 2018. Year over year, the overall value of Greek exports accelerated by 21.5% from $47.2 billion in […]


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Wildfire in Greece’s far northeast region burns for second day

… to residents or firefighters. Greek police closed the Egnatia road … northwestern port of Igoumenitsa.  Greece has been scorched by wildfires … such as Rhodes and Corfu.  Authorities have called fire … Monday, including the greater Athens region, while they’ve …


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Wildfire in Greece sparks more evacuations, road closures

Athens: A 'really difficult' wildfire in northeastern Greece, fanned by high winds, raged on for a second day on Sunday, causing more evacuations while authorities issued extreme fire risk warnings for Monday. "the fire brigade, volunteers, the army ...


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Amazing Places In Greece That You Won’t Believe Are Real

Greece, a land of gods and nymphs, has a number of exquisitely beautiful places that appear to have come out of a fairy tale, being formed back in another time and almost in another world. Here are some of Greece’s most haunting places that you won’t believe actually exist. The most haunting places in Greece Melissani […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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The Greek Church with the Finest Byzantine-Era Frescoes

The church of Panagia Kera on Crete contains the finest-preserved Byzantine frescoes on the Greek island, and it is one of the most culturally and historically significant churches. Located near the village of Kritsa in the municipality of Agios Nikolaos, it contains frescoes that date back to the Paleologian Renaissance, due to their vivid, bright […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Eight Villages Evacuated as Wildfire Scorches Northeast Greece

… Saturday in Evros in northeast Greece, close to the border … firefighters on the ground.  Greece has been scorched by wildfires … and properties around the capital Athens region, as well as … destinations such as Rhodes and Corfu.  Extreme temperatures and strong …


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Wildfire in Greece's Far Northeast Region Burns for Second Day

(Bloomberg) -- A wildfire in Greece's northeast Evros region that started Saturday morning continued to burn, forcing authorities to evacuate more ...


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18-year-old recovering after being shot in Greece

Greece N.Y.- Officers say an 18-year-old man was shot on Lyncourt Park Saturday night around 8:15. Greece Police say the shooting happened in ...


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Turkey rescues 125 people at sea following 'Greek pushback'

The Turkish coastguard rescued more than 125 people in the Aegean Sea after they were illegally pushed back from Greek waters, Turkey's coastal authorities said on Sunday. Rubber dinghies had been floating off the coasts of Dikili and Menderes districts ...


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Greece Wildfires

A firefighter operates during a wildfire near the northeastern town of Alexandroupolis, Greece, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. Greek authorities on Saturday evacuated eight villages near the northeastern border with Turkey, where a large summer wildfire was ...


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On Paros, Residents Lead Fight to Take Back Greece’s Public Beaches

… leased the prime spots around Athens, islands and elsewhere to … luring tourists taking beaches from Greeks. The protests have spread … and overtourism has overwhelmed Greece but the government has shown … and even arrests but Greek courts often lower the …


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US decision to lift arms embargo for Greek Cypriots angers Türkiye

… the arms embargo against the Greek Cypriot Administration in September … by a military junta in Greece. The operation helped stabilize … for its support to Greece and Greek Cypriots while ignoring the … of the Aegean islands of Greece close to the Turkish coast …


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Türkiye rescues irregular migrants pushed back by Greece

… Turkish territorial waters by Greek authorities, officials said Sunday … groups have repeatedly condemned Greece’s illegal practice of … war and persecution. The Greek government denies all allegations, … thousands sent back by Greek authorities, countless others …


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Greek-American Stories: Curing What Ails Ya’

… with salty water!’ But many Greek relatives and friends will swear …


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It’s taken 34 centuries, but Greek wine is finally good

he asked the man who had brought him there, his mentor and employer at the time, Yiannis Boutaris. Boutaris, one of the key figures in modern Greek wine, didn’t disagree. Despite the island’s 34 centuries of winemaking, the wines themselves were indeed ...


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Lighthouses Open to the Public Across Greece

On Sunday, 29 lighthouses across Greece will be made accessible to the general public. The one-day event presents a rare opportunity for visitors to learn more about the contribution of lighthouses to maritime safety and navigation. The lighthouses are being opened to the public to celebrate World Lighthouse Day, which has been held every year […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Lost Ancient Greek Sky Map Discovered at Monastery

… created by the ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus was recently … greatest astronomer of ancient Greece, really did map the … Hipparchus was working. Ancient Greek Hipparchus founder of trigonometry … and by Meton of Athens (fifth century BC), Timocharis …


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Greek goddesses return to earthly home on Glasgow theatre

The six Greek goddess statues that have watched over audiences arriving at Glasgow's Citizens Theatre for decades have been returned to the roof following a restoration project.


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Wildfire in Alexandroupolis, Greece burned cars and houses

The wildfire that broke out in Melia Alexandroupolis on Saturday is raging uncontrolled. The Fire Brigade said that there is information for burned houses in the vilages Aetohori and Pefka where the firefront passed earlier on Saturday. The main front of …


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Mint Explainer: The importance of PM Modi's visit to Greece

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The Unique Beauty of Meteora, Greece

Meteora, Greece, is like no other place on Earth; indeed, in many ways, it looks as if it is on another planet, with its stalagmite-like rocks that reach into the sky amid a backdrop of craggy mountains dotted with red-roofed monasteries. The unique geological formations that make this place unforgettable and which almost defy description […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Maui Fire Exposes Greece's Model for Emergency Preparedness

… of Greece’. Author Costas Synolakis began by noting, “Athens learned … the Red Cross, and Greek Civil Protection delivered humanitarian … evacuation orders from the Greek emergency communications service, known … . Similarly, in a Greek fire incident in Mati, …


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Greek hospitality: Taking Mediterranean flavors down south

Servings: 4 Ingredients ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 5 garlic cloves, chopped 6 (3-inch) strips lemon zest, chopped, plus 1 tablespoon juice 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 ½ teaspoons dried …


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Ancient Greek Medicine Comes Back to Life

Greeks take their traditions, including those related to food, holidays, spirits, dances, and arts, which have persisted for thousands of years, very seriously. Those cultural practices which have helped them in the healing of disease and maintenance of good health and wellness are referred to as Traditional Greek Medicine. By Rachel Thomas Traditional medicine uses […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece's Most Touristy Islands Get a Fine Dining Reboot

The last time I visited Greece was shortly after its borders reopened. This meant wherever you went felt exclusive. To say I was nervous about the ...


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Villages evacuated as new wildfires rage in Greece

ATHENS, Greece — Forest and bush fires broke out again in Greece on … near the city of Thessaloniki on Saturday afternoon, affecting … X, formerly Twitter. The Greek Civil Defense Department warned … of Chalkidiki in northern Greece. Some of the affected …


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Eighteen-year-old shot in Greece

GREECE, N.Y. – Greece Police are investigating after an …


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First responders recruitment event held at mall in Greece

… . – The Mall at Greece Ridge hosted a first responders … . Monroe County and Town of Greece first responders were there, along … Monroe County Sheriff’s Department, Greece Police Department, Monroe Ambulance, Wilmorite …


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New Wildfire Ravages Northeastern Greece

… wildfires are ravaging northeastern Greece near the border with … from other parts of Greece. Earlier, Greek Fire Service spokesperson … Thessaloniki, in the north, the second-largest city in Greece. … deadly wildfires in central Greece forced the evacuation of …


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Report praises new economic model for Greece

… the debt crisis, which led Greece to desperately seek help from … unable to depreciate its currency, Greece could only improve competitiveness by … in the two years before Greece joined the euro, in 2001 … the report notes that the Greek economic model is no longer …


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Was Greek Mythology’s King Agamemnon Real?

… famous and significant characters of Greek mythology. He was the leader … of the war between the Greeks and Trojans. He was the … a center at Mycenae. The Greek leaders worked together to besiege … of history. There are historical Greek records that mention a real …


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Omaha's Greek Fest remembers Greek history in the city

It's hosted by St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, but it's more than a church fundraiser. Organizers say an anti-Greek race riot in 1909 ...


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The Mall at Greece Ridge hosts a first responders event

… . (WROC) —The Mall at Greece Ridge welcomed the public to … relations for the Mall at Greece Ridge and Pittsford Plaza, … agencies of the Town of Greece and Monroe County make … Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Greece Police Department, Monroe Ambulance, Wilmorite …


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Greekdom 101

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