How the world sees Greece
TARPON SPRINGS – On the heels of Mayor Chris Alahouzos’ trip to Greece, it looks like the rest of the city commission may be taking a trip quite soon. On their own dime. The idea for the trip to Greece started with Commissioner David Banther, who asked ...
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… Partners Network. —The Taste of Greektown returns for its 28th year … for adults benefits the Chicago Greektown Chamber of Commerce. See TasteOfGreektown … St. ), Greek Islands ( 200 S. Halsted St. ) and Mr. Greek Gyros ( 234 …
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The sizzling hot British model makes the Aegean Sea boil!
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Timothy Piazza’s parents were in State College over the weekend, bringing their older son back to town to continue his studies. Jim and Evelyn Piazza told CBS This Morning that it wasn’t easy to do, coming just six months after the death of Tim when a ...
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The first batch arrived in GREECE in September 1943, delivered by the British Royal Air Force. Roughly a year later, in the fall of 1944, the Martin ...
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A Dublin-based solicitor who was hit by a car and injured while cycling in GREECE has called for a change in Irish law to protect cyclists.
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Growing threats against inspectors included one in Volos in central GREECE where the owner of a pastry shop fired a shotgun in the air to scare off ...
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A fragment of an ancient marble water pipe taken from the archaeological site in Ancient Olympia in Peloponnese has been repatriated to GREECE from ...
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Calhoun High School alumni and recent Rhodes College graduate Michael McCanless recently received a remarkable opportunity to travel halfway ...
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The mobile exhibit provided an interactive experience for readers of all ages to explore e-books and audiobooks available at GREECE Public Library.
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GREECE represents a key gateway for counterfeit goods, including jewelry, cosmetics and toys, entering the European Union, while the market share of ...
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The global ride-hailing service Uber appears to have established itself in GREECE unofficially, with an undetermined number of drivers, but there is no ...
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Dr. Nicholas Stergiou is going on a research fellowship to GREECE to study human movement variability, but what he first became interested in was ...
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These three countries have also created the most jobs in the past three years, followed by none other than GREECE, which is beginning to grow after ...
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The government is expected to issue a ministerial decision in early September that paves the way for the launch of a lottery with cash prizes, awarded to taxpayers based on the value of their transactions using credit cards and other plastic money. According to media, each tax-payer will be issued a number of lottery tickets … The post Lottery vs Tax Evasion: 1,000 lucky taxpayer to share €1million per month appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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A German tourist literally risked his life trying to save a goat that was chased by a dog. The man suffered serious injuries when he fell into a rocky area on the island of Antiparos. The middle-aged man and his wife were walking along the sea side in the west part of the island on … The post German tourist injured as he tried to save a goat chased by a dog appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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In his book Adults in the Room, Yanis Varoufakis gives us his version of the events that led to the Tsipras government’s shameful capitulation in July 2015. This article by Eric Toussaint of CADTM — the first in a series — examines the first four ...
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… the Greek archipelago, here are a few off-the-beaten islands in Greece that … and envision the most idyllic Greek island, what you’re picturing … on this wild and unspoiled Greek isle. Centuries of invasion from …
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The funds can be allocated to investments to combat unemployment, poverty as well as research, education & infrastructure
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A rare discovery of an ancient relic & a historic document in one
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JOHANNESBURG, Aug 23 (Reuters) - South Africa's competition watchdog on Wednesday said it had given a green light to the sale of the South African Bank of Athens (SABA), owned by Greece'sNational Bank (NBG), to a subsidiary of AFGRI Holdings and Fairfax ...
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In the ancient world, Greece was once one of the foremost producers of wine. However, in contrast to the country’s important wine heritage, modern Greek wines are only just now emerging in the rest of the world. In fact, these days Greece offers ...
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JERUSALEM, ISRAEL—A 1,500-year-old mosaic floor in what may have been a Christian pilgrim hostel has been unearthed in an area heavily damaged by infrastructure groundwork on the road to Jerusalem’s Damascus Gate, according to a report in The Times of ...
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[new york city]Shutterstock The INSIDER Summary: Residents of some of the most popular tourist destinations aren't always a fan of the large amount of visitors. Countries like Russia and Bolivia aren't always the most tourist-friendly. US cities like New York City and Phoenix, Arizona aren't a huge fan of visitors either. Planning a vacation doesn’t usually involve taking stock of local opinion on tourism, but maybe it should. Between overcrowding and bad behavior, locals across the globe are taking a stand against tourists who just can’t seem to travel courteously. VENICE Phant/Shutterstock WHERE: Italy Being dubbed ‘‘Disneyland on the Sea” isn’t exactly a compliment. While Venetians fight to keep their homes above water, tourists from all over the world clog up famously narrow streets and canals. You know what doesn’t look great with the beautiful Italian architecture? Gigantic cruise ships photobombing your shot. AMSTERDAM Veronika Galkina/Shutterstock WHERE: Netherlands Sure, this is a place where Anne Frank is memorialized and Van Gough is revered, but you know what makes the trip _really _worthwhile? A frigging weed café! The incredibly patient residents of Amsterdam deal with a mass tourism influx to their red light district and marijuana dispensaries. Just what you’d want in a visitor to your home: a stoned creep! SANTORINI PHOTOCREO Michal Bednarek/Shutterstock WHERE: Greece Santorini capped its cruise visitor capacity at 8,000 persons per day, which seems too generous, really. Yes, the island is insanely beautiful. Sure, you’ll enjoy a famously romantic sunset over Oia–with thousands of other Instagrammers who are working on filtering their shot instead of taking it in. Also, the tourists literally _clap_ for the sunset. What…what are you doing? SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER
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[tom cruise edge of tomorrow]Warner Bros. If you’re a fan of today’s movies, you can throw a rock and hit like 40 different comic book-related projects. And while it’s weird that a number of these series are produced with their comic book counterparts continuing to grow on a monthly basis, there’s a history of movies that were derived from graphic novels, which at their base are more serialized comic book works. With the money Netflix is funneling into their original programming, there’s no surprised that the long-awaited Hollywood adaptation of _Death Note_, the wildly-popular manga series-turned-anime dealing with a magical book that grants its owner the ability to kill anyone who’s name is written in it, is premiering on the service this Friday. In a year that’s already featured (shaky) film adaptations of _Valerian_ AND _Ghost In the Shell_, it’s high time we take a look at the absolute best movies that got their start as graphic novels. And who knows, maybe you might find out that your favorite film is also just as dope when you read it. 25. "300" (2006) Warner Bros. WRITER OF GRAPHIC NOVEL: Frank Miller DIRECTOR: Zack Snyder STARS: Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Dominic West All of the characters in _300_ take the events that unfold very seriously. To enjoy this movie, you should do the exact opposite. Director Zack Snyder faithfully replicates the original comic series written by da gawd Frank Miller by stuffing his film with a bunch of contrast-laden special effects that prioritize muscles and bloodshed over things movies typically care about—like plot and character development. The story traces the Spartan legend of King Leonidas (Butler) and his 300 best soldiers and their suicidally brave stand against thousands and thousands of Persians led by the “God-King” Xerxes. Essentially, Snyder just sends waves and waves of soldiers (some riding very large elephants) to be butchered by the Spartans, who deploy very cunning strategy to make up for their limited numbers. But all the bravery in the world can’t withstand a hailstorm of arrows. Still the squadron of Leonidas don’t die in vain, it rallies Greece and blah, blah, blah. It doesn’t really matter. _300_ exists as a glamorization of a very violent and primal form of masculinity for dudes that wear fedoras with shorts to live vicariously through. If you want to see comic panels move, then it’s a visual treat. It doesn’t offer much else._—John Flynn_ 24. "V FOR VENDETTA" (2005) Warner Bros. WRITER OF GRAPHIC NOVEL: Alan Moore DIRECTOR: James McTeigue STARS: Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving The critically acclaimed dystopian thriller _V for Vendetta _is such a smart, detailed, and fascinating film, it had to come from the world of comics. Based on the 1988 DC/Vertigo Comics series of the same name, the _V for Vendetta_ comic along with the movie had such vast influence on popular culture that even Occupy Wall Street protestors to Egyptian youth during the Arab Spring wore the infamous Guy Fawkes mask during their protests. Director James McTeigue along with the Wachowski Sisters (for writing) helmed the Hollywood remake and ultimately did the comic book justice. Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving gave extraordinary performances as the film’s leading characters, V and Evey, and although the film changes some major elements from the comic series, the film still succeeds in depicting the main, revolutionary message of standing against widespread political injustices and totalitarian regimes. _—Helen Owolabi_ 23. "THE MASK" (1994) New Line Cinema WRITER OF GRAPHIC NOVEL: Mike Richardson DIRECTOR: Chuck Russell STARS: Jim Carrey, Cameron Diaz, Peter Riegert Although this 1994 box office hit was based on a comic book series of the same name (_The Mask_ created by Mike Richardson), the feature film really only drew from one main concept or crucial symbol of the comic book—the transformative powers of a special mask. Jim Carrey’s character is first introduced to viewers as a meek bank teller, Stanley Ipkiss, who stumbles upon a mysterious mask after an especially depressing night. But after he tries the mask on, the timid Ipkiss turns into a semi-Hulk, steroid-fueled version of himself. It’s these bizarro, high-energy antics of Carrey’s version of “the masked” Stanley Ipkiss—when Carrey’s physical comedy chops and some impressive CGI for the time are at high speed—that make the entire movie worth a watch. Frequent appearances from a young and obvi stunning Cameron Diaz (this was her film debut) make it a bonafide hit. _—Helen Owolabi _ SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER
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The fires that tore across Greece in the summer of 2017 were obviously, as the ruling Looney Left SYRIZA believes, a conspiracy to discredit them […] The post Letter from Athens: Letting Greece Burn Lucrative Practice, Even if it Kills People appeared first on The National Herald.
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BOSTON (AP) — Ninety years ago Wednesday, Italian immigrants and avowed anarchists Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti were executed in Boston after one of the […] The post Sacco, Vanzetti and Greek-American Governor Michael Dukakis appeared first on The National Herald.
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Greek-Americans are everywhere. Of course, as a community newspaper, we are in a position to notice that more than most. But in any case, Greek-Americans […] The post No Longer a Novelty appeared first on The National Herald.
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An extremely rare ancient early Christian Greek inscription mentioning the Byzantine emperor Justinian was found intact. It has been discovered about a kilometer north of Jerusalem’s Old City, on the road leading to Damascus Gate. The once-in-a-lifetime dream archaeological find was discovered by chance during infrastructure work for a phone cable. The intact 1,500-year-old mosaic … The post Rare 1,500-year-old inscription mentioning Byzantine emperor Justinian has been discovered appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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In June 2017, the balance of travel services showed a surplus of 1,9 million euros, up 15.5%, according to information by the Bank of Greece. In June 2016, the surplus amounted to 1,66 million euros. Travel receipts rose significantly and this was driven by a 13.0% increase in inbound traveller flows and by a rise … The post Bank of Greece: Increased surplus in the balance of travel services in June appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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The Greek Environment and Energy Ministry published the maps for hydrocarbon research and exploitation rights. The areas are located in the Ionian Sea and off the island of Crete. The map were published on the Government Gazette on Wednesday. The areas affected are: Ionian Sea: One plot north of the island of Kefalonia, west of … The post Greece publishes maps for hydrocarbon research in Ionian Sea and off Crete appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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The parents of a New Jersey teen who died after a fall at a Penn State fraternity said university reforms are a good start, but more needs to be done. Jim Piazza and Evelyn Piazza, accompanied by their attorney, Tom Kline, appeared Wednesday on CBS This ...
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Macron will be accompanied by a large number of entrepreneurs, businessmen & banking sector executives
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ATHENS, Greece — A chunk of a stone gutter from the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games, which was illicitly taken from Greece some 80 years ago, has been voluntarily returned by a German member of the public. Greece’s Culture Ministry said ...
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ATHENS, Aug. 23 (Xinhua) -- To crack down on tax dodging, Greece's finance ministry wants to launch a "receipt lottery", handing out up to one million euros (1.17 million U.S. dollars) per month to lucky consumers who pay with plastic, Greek national news ...
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"I think they're a good start. We've been in contact with President Barron for the past six months about proposals that they need to implement, and many of the proposals they've put forth are our suggestions. But there's still more that they need to do ...
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PHOENIX, AZ – President Trump mocked Greek-American anchor George Stephanopoulos during a rally in Phoenix, Az., on Tuesday, calling him “little” during yet another attack […] The post Trump Mocks Greek-American Anchor George Stephanopoulos appeared first on The National Herald.
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Around 47 percent of pipes in Greece and Albania has been lowered in trenches as part of construction of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) project, which envisages transportation of Azerbaijani gas to Europe, TAP consortium said in a message on its Twitter ...
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Fener Greek Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew conducted a religious ceremony in the northwestern Turkish resort town of Erdek on Aug. 23, with the participation of locals and some 250 visitors from the Greek island of Chios.
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Does President Recep Tayyip Erdogan let the EU-Turkey deal on migration go burst? A significant increase in the number of refugees and migrants arriving in Greece from Turkey has been recorded in the last six days. A total of 1,196 people arrived in the Greek islands of northern and eastern Aegean Sea in the time … The post 1,190 new refugees arrive in 5 days. Does Erdogan let EU-Turkey deal go burst? appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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German finance minister Wolfgang Schaeuble was always against a common European debt, against Eurobonds and new support programs for the European South. He seems to have made a U-turn. As expected not without strict measures and concessions. According to German daily BILD, Schaeuble is working on a proposal that would allow southern euro zone countries … The post Schaeuble want to allow EZ South to tap ESM for investment appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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… by Maddie McGuigan ZEUS Street Greek, on Genge Street, is a … Canberra’s first Zeus Street Greek and if you like honest … a highlight as are souvla, Greek salads and sides. The dips … on one wall. Zeus Street Greek is open Friday and Saturday …
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From the powdery sand beaches and crystal-clear waters to the fireball sunset over the Temple of Apollo, the island dazzled us. Boutiques, galleries, tavernas, and churches along the winding alleys of the Old Town’s Castle surprised us. And the people ...
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Citizenship status: Possible GREEK citizen ... The Liberal MP insists she has never taken up GREEK citizenship and has gone further than most to prove it ...
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Skip the honey and the chocolate you dip into your daily GREEK yogurt habit if you want to prevent bloating. Instead, go au naturel with the good ...
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According to Kathimerini, the European Central Bank has rejected a recent demand by the IMF for another asset quality review of GREEK banks.
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Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades reiterated Tuesday that the island must again become a normal state and urged GREEK and Turkish Cypriots to ...
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GREEK Minister of Justice Stavros Kontonis turned down an invitation to participate in the international conference on crimes committed by communist ...
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Ahmed* travelled with his three children, Hassan*, 18, Rasha*, 7, and Yousef* 6 years old, for 35 days to reach Greece. They travelled 1500 km from Damascus, in Syria, to Izmir in Turkey, then to the Greek island of Chios, Athens, Konitsa, and now Ioannina ...
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A Greek writer and actor tweeted about how he was rejected from adopting a cat because he is gay. In series of tweets, Alex Andreou revealed that he had travelled for two hours to adopt a cat that "desperately needed re-homing". On his way back, he wept ...
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