I have been craving Greek food for quite a while now. More or less since moving to Santa Barbara five plus years ago, in fact. Why is there a supreme ...
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How the world sees Greece
Saturday, May 16, 2015
Greek PM warned lenders of not repaying IMF debt in May
Greece's Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras had at one stage warned foreign creditors that Athens would not repay 750 million euros (546.33 million pounds) due to the IMF in May unless they provided it with immediate liquidity, the Kathimerini newspaper reported on Saturday. Athens ultimately made the May 12 payment by emptying an International Monetary Fund holding account. Citing European sources, the newspaper said Tsipras made the threat in a May 8 letter to EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, IMF head Christine Lagarde and ECB President Mario Draghi. The Greek government did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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Fitch Affirms Ratings On Greece, The Netherlands; S&P Retains Italy's Rating
Fitch maintained the sovereign ratings of Greece, the Netherlands and Latvia and Standard & Poor's affirmed the ratings of Italy and Georgia.
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In Kevala, Greece, authorities sought removal of Star of David from Holocaust monument unveiling
The City Council of Kevala, in northern Greece, has decided to cancel the unveiling of the monument to the 1,484 Jews of the community who were ...
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Greece Seeks Refuge in Privatization as the Grexit Fears Prevail says National Bank of Greece ...
Greece is facing cash issues and has been having conversations with its global investors for more than three months now. There has been a lot of ...
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PM Tsipras says Greece will not cross the red lines in talks with creditors
"Those who think that our red lines will fade as time goes on would do well to forget it. I want to assure the Greek people that there's no way the ...
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Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras lays down red lines it won't cross in debt talks
Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras has said the red lines his government will not cross in talks with creditors are further cuts to wages and pensions.
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Athens will not back down: Greek PM
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Friday said his government would not back down from its red lines in negotiations with its foreign lenders, but ...
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Denmark's Maersk Group interested in Greek ports
Denmark's APM Terminals, subsidiary of Maersk Group, the global conglomerate operating in global trade, shipping and energy, is examining the possibility of investing in Greece, as part of its plan to extend its activities in countries where governments are privatizing ...
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Ben Needham: Greece TV appeal generates leads in case of toddler lost 24 years ago
Detectives searching for Ben Needham – who went missing as a toddler 24 years ago – have said that an appeal on Greek TV has generated fresh ...
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Greece will default on June 5 without deal
(ZeroHedge) Another week came and went with no breakthrough in negotiations between Greece and its creditors. The IMF is now fed up and has ...
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New leads emerge on missing Ben Needham after family appeal on Greek TV
British police said on Saturday that they are investigating new leads after the family of Ben Needham, the toddler who disappeared on Kos 24 years ago, appeared on Greek TV on Friday night.
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Top German judge says Greece has valid claim over WWII forced loan
A top German judge has said that Greece has a just claim in its demands for Berlin to repay a loan Athens was forced to issue its Nazi occupiers during World War II.
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Witnesses at bailout probe to be finalized Tuesday
The list of witnesses who will be called to testify before the parliamentary committee set up to examine the circumstances under which Greece agreed to bailouts with the European Union and the International Monetary Fund will be finalized on Tuesday.
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Date or die: "The Lobster" explores society's obsession with couples
Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos has raised a cult following with his ingeniously quirky satires. His first English-language feature, which premiered in Cannes on Friday, is likely to draw new fans and frustrate old ones.
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Ben Needham: Live updates as police confirm they have 7 new leads after Greek TV appeal
Ben, from Sheffield, went missing on July 24, 1991, after travelling to the Greek island of Kos with his mother and his grandparents. Now his mum ...
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Greek Tragedy Of Impending Financial Ruin Enters Final Act
The Greek ministry of finance says the obligations are thought to be around €500bn. The government, which has been without international aid since ...
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Ben Needham: Man contacts police saying he resembles missing toddler after emotional family ...
Reports in Greece suggested that police would contact the caller and compare his DNA with that of Ben's, who would be 25 years old now. However ...
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Greece Chamber plans networking breakfast
The Greece Chamber of Commerce will hold a First Friday Member Networking Breakfast on Friday, June 5. The event will be held at North Greece ...
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Pound Sterling to Euro (GBP/EUR) Exchange Rate Forecast: Will Greece's Double-Dip Recession ...
With the situation in Greece no closer to resolution, the ongoing difficulties are likely to weigh on demand for the shared currency. However, with ...
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Greece, US to Discuss Construction of NATO Air Base in Aegean Sea – Athens
Greek Defense Minister Panos Kammenos and US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter will discuss Athens' proposal to construct a NATO air base in ...
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Greece turns to embassies to cover its needs
According to Greek media outlets, Greece's Ministry of Foreign Affairs asked its foreign representations to send back their excess funds and collections ...
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Man who claims he's missing Ben Needham will be DNA tested after Greek TV appeal
A man has come forward claiming he is Ben Needham after the family of the boy who went missing on a Greek holiday 24 years ago made an ...
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Ben Needham: British police investigating seven new lines of enquiry after Greek TV appeal
Police investigating the disappearance of Ben Needham have revealed they are looking into SEVEN new lines of enquiry. Officers at South Yorkshire ...
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Soak in the sun at Eagles Palace in Greece
The five-star retreat offers mesmerising views across north Greece and Mount Athos, and everything from contemporary rooms to stylish stone-built ...
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DeAmorim dances in Greece
I think I'm looking forward to working with new people, meeting new friends, getting in a different environment and, of course, seeing Greece.”.
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INVESTMENT EXTRA: ECB's money-printing could be set to boost equities across Europe
Martin Harvey, a fund manager at Columbia Threadneedle, says: 'The risk of Greece exiting the eurozone appears to be increasing day by day as ...
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New proposals on way, focus on five key areas
Greece is due to finish sending on Saturday its latest proposals to the country’s lenders in the hope that it will have a response by the beginning of next week and that talks in Brussels can resume with the aim of concluding a deal that would unlock another 7.2 billion euros in bailout funding.
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Ben Needham: New leads after missing toddler's give emotional plea on Greek television 24 years ...
Police have received new leads in the case of Ben Needham, after his mother went on Greek TV to beg the public for answers 24 years after he ...
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New Democracy lashes out at Tsipras after speech at Economist conference
Main opposition New Democracy on Saturday lashed out at Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras after his speech at the Economist conference. More specifically, it accused him of "lying" for the situation of the economy when he took power as ...
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Fitch keeps Greece's high-risk rating as default looms
Washington (AFP) - Ratings firm Fitch kept Greece's high-risk credit rating unchanged Friday, saying the risk that the eurozone country would default ...
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NHM Hosts Gala, Celebrates Collaboration with Field Museum
CHICAGO, IL – Over 700 of the city’s Greek-American and Philhellene community members attended the National Hellenic Museum’s (NHM) annual Gala held at the impressive Field Museum Saturday May 9th. A collaboration between the two museums announced at last year’s gala will complement the anticipated exhibit “The Greeks: From Agamemnon to Alexander the Great” […] The post NHM Hosts Gala, Celebrates Collaboration with Field Museum appeared first on The National Herald.
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Moscow Supports Cyprus Talks
Maria Zakharova, spokeswoman for the Russian foreign ministry, declared “Russia is ready to cooperate with its international partners to ensure progress at talks on the Cyprus problem…stressing that a mutually acceptable and lasting solution can only be agreed by Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots,” CNA reported. “We commend this step and hope the sides will […] The post Moscow Supports Cyprus Talks appeared first on The National Herald.
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Limited options for Syriza govt in Greece
Once again, Greece seems to have slipped the financial noose. By drawing on its holdings in an International Monetary Fund (IMF) reserve account, ...
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John Faraclas interview: Where does Greece stand now?
In January Syriza, the radical leftists who have pledged to roll back austerity and renegotiate Greece's mammoth debt, won the general election.
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Holidaymakers Guide to the Ionian Islands
by Cliff Blaylock The Ionian Islands are a well-known group on water-bounded landmasses located along the western coast of Greece. Easy to reach and full of all the attributes holidaymakers crave, they rank highly alongside other Greek holiday destinations; such as Athens and Crete. However, with seven main islands to choose from, how do you decide which one to visit? Zante: Zante is known for a lot of things — such as it’s nightlife, beaches and turtle population — which makes in one of the most exciting islands to visit in Greece. Popular with the under 30 age group due to its array of clubs and bars, Zante is a great place for an action-packed holiday, but for a calm week away, you might better off somewhere else. That isn’t to say Zante is a crazy, party island, all the time, however. It also plays host to stunning cave networks and beaches for relaxing during the day, just don’t expect too much sleep if you’re staying near any of the town centers. Verdict: A Little bit of something for everyone, although life on Zante is catered towards the more energetic holidaymakers. Cephalonia: Cephalonia is a gorgeous island with a lot of natural beauty. Being the largest of all the Ionian Islands, its spread out nature means it is also one of the quietest; great for people looking for a relaxing getaway. To add to the pristine, quiet, nature of this island, the most popular leisure activities include hiking, horseback riding, canoeing across its beautiful shores and visiting the local beaches. It’s also home to the legendary Melissani Cave, which is well worth a visit no matter who you are, or what sort of activities you are into; the sight of this underwater beauty is simply awe-inspiring. Verdict: Full of sleepy villages and relaxing days lazily sleeping in the sun, Cephalonia is great for those not looking to push themselves on their time away. Paxi: Paxi is a rustic island with immaculate beaches, serene bay views and lushes wilderness. It is particularly popular with sailing enthusiasts given its protected mooring areas and diverse cultural scene that mixes modern and traditional Greek life. However, possibly the biggest selling point of this island is not on the island at all but is, in fact, its neighboring island, antipaxi. Antipaxi is a smaller, uninhabited island found just beneath Paxi, hence the name, and offers up an even wider array of natural elements and beaches for travelers to enjoy. Verdict: Small, quiet, beautiful; Paxi is a great escape for people looking to enjoy the natural world around them. Ithaca: Ithaca is an island of great importance to Greek mythology. It is on this island that the great king Odysseus lived; the brains behind the Trojan horse. Things have settled down in the thousands of years since then, however, and the island is now packed with quaint villages, picturesque hiking trails and gorgeous views. Its setting, combined with its sense of epic history, make this a popular island for couples on romantic getaways. Verdict: Ithaca is a quiet and refined island, it is a perfect romantic location for a couples holiday, but can also be a nice place to visit with friends looking to take in some traditional Greek sights. Kythira: Unlike the other members of the Ionian Islands, you won’t actually find Kythira on the western coast of Greece, rather on its southern tip. Still technically in the Ionian Sea, just, Kythira is the most distant and, therefore, often found the be the least tourist bound destination of all the islands. Like all the islands, it has great beaches, however, it’s most unique feature is its Venetian architecture as well as its stunning hillside views and sleepy towns. Verdict: Kythira is a great island to visit if you aren’t going for the beach scene. It’s architecture and wilderness offer up a taste of the Greek islands in a unique setting. Lefkada: If you want a tropical paradise, then look no further than Lefkada. Of all the islands, this is the place to go if you want to experience a Caribbean-like setting. Known for its stunning beaches and great food, it’s simply the perfect holiday destination for people with nothing but sun in mind. Verdict: For those people whose idea of a perfect holiday is a sunhat, a sunlounger and a good book. Corfu: Saving the most well-known for last (we’ll let you be the judge of best), we have Corfu. Due to its location and history, Corfu has a very strong connection to many European countries and, as a result, is the most visited island out of all those found in the Ionian Sea. Being a tourist hotspot, it has a vast variety of resorts and activities to get involved in and is a lot less traditional than many of the other smaller islands. Which can be good or bad depending on what you are after. Overall, Corfu is a place that offers an exciting time for holidaymakers, but if you look hard enough, is also home to some incredible examples of ancient Greek architecture. Verdict: Tamer than Zante, with a lot of the family friendly fun, Corfu is perfect for those looking to experience the Greek Islands without being thrown headfirst into their culture, or just for those who don’t like to sit still for too long. Byline: If you want to experience every one of these islands, and pick a favorite for yourself, a trip with Deep Blue Yachting might just be the holiday you’ve been looking for.
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Greek austerity a crying shame
She was one of the many people who had paraded in front of me in a short time as I sat in an outdoor coffee house overlooking the Greek parliament ...
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Greece wants honest mutually beneficial deal with creditors: PM
ATHENS, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Greece seeks an "honest and mutually beneficial" deal with international creditors to resolve the Greek debt crisis, Greek ...
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Greek financial crisis means now is the ideal time for British tourists to go there with exchange rates ...
'British citizens travelling to Greece should take cash and exercise caution when travelling, as there have been warnings of Greek banks potentially ...
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Deal with creditors close: Greek PM
Pointing that “several issues remain open,” the Greek premier also said, “I want to reassure the Greek people that there is no chance or possibility for ...
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Greek Festival cooks enough food to feed an army
Greek Festival cooks enough food to feed an army. UPDATED 7:45 PM EDT May 15, 2015. Next Video: Definition of a bad day: Dad forgets baby in ...
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Dombrovskis calls on Athens to pick up the pace on reforms
European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis urged the Greek government in a German newspaper interview to speed up its reform efforts and said this was an essential prerequisite for further aid payments. "Greece is today undoubtedly one of biggest ...
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Greece does not need elections or referendum, Greek Defence Min says
Independent Greeks (ANEL) leader and Greek Defence Minister Panos Kammenos in an interview with Parapolitika newspaper on Saturday expressed the view that Greece does not need either elections or referendum, as the government has a fresh popular mandate ...
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The agreement must be realistic, Greek State Min says
"The agreement must be realistic and implementable. But mainly to define the new day for the country, the restart of the Greek economy and growth," Greek State Minister Nikos Pappas on Saturday said in an interview with newspaper ...
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IMF leak signals 'progress' with Greece, but threat of default in June
European negotiators have just days to conclude an agreement with Greece or a critical payment to the IMF on 5 June is likely to be missed, according ...
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Greece Aid Accord Looks Elusive as Tsipras Sticks to Red Lines
An agreement between Greece and its international creditors to unblock financing and avert a default looked elusive after Greek Prime Minister Alexis ...
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Greece: Default Risk 'Real,' Fitch Holds Rating
Greece paid the International Monetary Fund €750 million ($851 million) in interest owed earlier this week, but it must pay the IMF another €1.5 billion ...
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New lead in hunt for missing Ben Needham following Greek television appeal
Det Supt Matt Fenwick and DI Jon Cousins with Kerry Needham, Leighanna Needham and Christine Needham on Greek televison. Picture: South ...
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N.J. church holds a celebration of all things Greek (photos)
St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Hamilton is holding its annual Greek Festival through Sunday. The festival features Greek dancing, costumes, ...
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We Definitely Shouldn't Believe The Greek Budget Figures; They Don't Have A Surplus
A tale is going around that the Greek government has actually managed to produce a budget surplus for the first few months of this year. As I remarked yesterday this would be, to put it mildly, something of a surprise for an economy that has fallen back into recession. A [...]
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