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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Greek fans evicted from Australian Open claim they were singled out
Greek supporters evicted from the Australian Open on Wednesday night deny they were "moshing" in the crowd and believe they were singled out because of their nationality. Up to 20 Greek fans were ...
The Greek Paradox: Why the New Head of State Is Forbidden to Go Anywhere She Wants
This would be the first time in history that a ruling party had nominated a female for the highest political position in GREECE, and following the positive ...
Tax-free shipping magnates to renovate and equip public hospitals in GREECE
Greek oligarch shipowners, who are essentially untaxed and make voluntary payments that are a smidgeon of their worth, have agreed to pay for ...
Sakellaropoulou highlights importance of constitution and democracy
In her first public statements after her election by the Greek Parliament, Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou highlighted the importance of the Constitution and democracy and addressed global issues such as human rights and the migration and the climate crisis. She underlined that she was fully aware of the weighty responsibility she was undertaking. “Our country is a … The post Sakellaropoulou highlights importance of constitution and democracy appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Turkey may have stolen data for gas drilling in Block 8 off Cyprus
Turkey may have stolen technical data that enabled it to send drill ship Yavuz at a specific location south of Cyprus that energy companies Eni and Total had pre-selected to carry out their own exploratory drilling, Cypriot officials said Wednesday. The Cyprus government essentially confirmed a media report suggesting Turkey had somehow obtained studies carried … The post Turkey may have stolen data for gas drilling in Block 8 off Cyprus appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Exploration for Hydrocarbons Does Not Activate Earthquakes, GREEK Earthquake Expert Says
Chania – Earthquake expert Dr. Efthymios Lekkas, the head of the Earthquake Planning and Protection Organisation and a professor at the ...
Minister: Debt swap deal between GREEK state and National Bank mutually beneficial
A swap deal between the GREEK state and National Bank of Greece will lead to a further improvement of public debt sustainability and help in the ...
Turkey's Foreign Chief Says GREECE Has No Role in Libya
ANKARA – After GREECE was left out of a European Union meeting in Berlin to try to bring a ceasefire in Libya, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut ...
Greek-American Cop Caught Having Sex in NYPD Restroom
NEW YORK – Greek-American NYPD Sgt. Lambros Gavalas, 46, and Lt. Brandi Sanchez, 39, were disciplined for an “on-the-job sex romp” in a bathroom at […] The post Greek-American Cop Caught Having Sex in NYPD Restroom appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek Islanders Protest Against Migration Congestion and Slow Processing
MYTELENE, Lesvos – Overwhelmed residents of the islands of Lesvos, Chios and Samos on Wednesday held public protests against what they said is the negative […] The post Greek Islanders Protest Against Migration Congestion and Slow Processing appeared first on The National Herald.
WVU fraternity, sorority members showing higher academic performance
The fall 2019 GREEK average, which includes organizations in the Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Association and ...
PM Mitsotakis Meets with GREEK Labour Min Vroutsis
ATHENS – Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday continued a round of meetings with ministers in the context of the six-month evaluation ...
Egypt's Warda scores twice as Larissa held in Greek league
Larissa's Egyptian winger Amr Warda converted two penalties to help his side claim a 2-2 draw with Panetolikos in the Greek league on Wednesday. Larissa came from 2-0 down, thanks to a Warda double on ...
Real Estate Prices in GREEK Cities Soar in 2019
The real estate market in Greece's largest cities recorded an impressive increase in the price of sales and rentals in 2019, according to the ...
GREECE Says Sailors Kidnapped From 'Happy Lady' Tanker Released
Eight sailors, including five Greeks, kidnapped from the Greek tanker 'Happy Lady' in Cameroon in December, were released early Wednesday ...
Authorities on alert over Wuhan coronavirus
GREECE'S health authorities have been placed on alert due to the outbreak in Wuhan, central China of a deadly coronavirus which has led to the death ...
EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety in GREECE on Thursday
ATHENS – European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Stella Kyriakides, is due to arrive in Athens on Thursday to hold a series of meetings ...
'Sunny GREECE' Welcomes Angelos Samolis as its New Sales Manager
Greek tour operator Sunny GREECE Travel & Tourism has appointed Angelos Samolis as its new sales manager. Angelos has an experience of 25 ...
GREECE Remembers Melina Mercouri with Year Full of Cultural Events
A theater awards ceremony, full moon screenings of her films, a Paris exhibition showcasing the Parthenon Marbles, and an Epidaurus concert are ...
The Apaches of Athens – The First Film with “Sound and Speech” Produced in Greece
ATHENS – A historic Greek film of 1930, deemed lost for many decades, was found in the Cinémathèque Française archives and returns to the Stavros […] The post The Apaches of Athens – The First Film with “Sound and Speech” Produced in Greece appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek Environment Min. Speaks to Radio Stations on EastMed, Power Distribution Operator
ATHENS – Italy is committed to the EU’s Projects of Common Interest (PCIs), and as such, to the EastMed natural gas pipeline production as one […] The post Greek Environment Min. Speaks to Radio Stations on EastMed, Power Distribution Operator appeared first on The National Herald.
H.I.G. backs Greek property and development firm
H.I.G. Capital LLC has provided financing to Athens-based Dimand SA, a property and development company. No financial terms were disclosed. LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–H.I.G. Capital, LLC (“H.I.G.”), a ...
Greece lawmakers elect country's first female president
Greece’s lawmakers elected their country’s first female president Wednesday, with an overwhelming majority voting in favor of high court judge Katerina Sakellaropoulou.
Cyprus: Turkey May Have Stolen Data for Latest Gas Drilling
... they had stolen plans and studies from a specific company, that's why they went to the specific spot," Koushos told GREECE'S state broadcaster ERT.
Coronavirus Risk Low in GREECE, Health Authorities Say
GREECE'S National Public Health Organization (NPHO) on Tuesday said it remains vigilant for potential outbreaks of the new strain of coronavirus ...
Greece elects its first woman president "who symbolises the transition to a new era"
ATHENS: Greece's parliament on Wednesday elected the first woman president in the country's history, a senior judge with no party-political allegiance. A cross-party majority of 261 of the 294 MPs ...
Turkey looks to make eastern Mediterranean its lebensraum – GREEK MP
Turkey is pursuing an aggressive foreign policy in the eastern Mediterranean to pursue the aim of making the sea its lebensraum, and not out of a ...
Arsonists target 20 cars in Athens for third consecutive night
For the third consecutive night, arsonists targeted private cars in several suburbs of Athens, destroying a total of twenty vehicles. The series of attacks started in Maroussi, Polygono, Agia Paraskevi, Ymittos in the North-East and ended at the Philipappou Hill near Acropolis. Twelve cars were set on fire alone in Maroussi. The arson attacks took … The post Arsonists target 20 cars in Athens for third consecutive night appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Synod of Romanian Greek Catholic Major Archiepiscopal Church Elects Auxiliary Bishops
Election of auxiliary bishop of the archdiocese of Făgăraş and Alba Iulia, Romania The Synod of the Romanian Greek Catholic Major Archiepiscopal Church has elected as auxiliary bishop of the ...
Australian Open Glance: Greek-Australian Nick Kyrgios Back in Action on Day 4
MELBOURNE — A quick look at the Australian Open: LOOKAHEAD TO THURSDAY The focus will be back on Nick Kyrgios during his second-round match against […] The post Australian Open Glance: Greek-Australian Nick Kyrgios Back in Action on Day 4 appeared first on The National Herald.
Greece the Honoured Country at the 11th Balkan Cheese Festival in Belgrade
Greece will be the honoured country at the 11th Balkan Cheese Festival that will be held on April 25-26 in Belgrade. An announcement issued by […] The post Greece the Honoured Country at the 11th Balkan Cheese Festival in Belgrade appeared first on The National Herald.
Cyprus President Congratulates Sakellaropoulou on Her Election as Greece’s New President
NICOSIA – In a tweet on his personal account, Cyprus President Nikos Anastasiades on Wednesday congratulated senior justice Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou on her election as the […] The post Cyprus President Congratulates Sakellaropoulou on Her Election as Greece’s New President appeared first on The National Herald.
Parliament Officially Informs Sakellaropoulou of Her Election as Greece’s New President
The parliament presidency visited Council of State President Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou at her office in the CoS at noon on Wednesday to officially announce that parliament […] The post Parliament Officially Informs Sakellaropoulou of Her Election as Greece’s New President appeared first on The National Herald.
Trial Date Set for Greek Priest Who Set Fire to Carnival Decorations
PATRAS, Greece – A trial date was on Wednesday set for a priest in the city of Patras who was setting fire to municipal decorations […] The post Trial Date Set for Greek Priest Who Set Fire to Carnival Decorations appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek PM Mitsotakis’ Scheduled Events, Meetings at Davos Forum
ATHENS – Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will address two events and meet with investors during his visit to the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) at […] The post Greek PM Mitsotakis’ Scheduled Events, Meetings at Davos Forum appeared first on The National Herald.
GREEK Small and Medium Sized Businesses More Optimistic, National Bank Report Says
ATHENS – The economic climate among GREEK small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continues to improve at an accelerating pace, National ...
US letter of support amid tension
As Turkey ratchets up tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean, GREECE on Tuesday welcomed a letter sent by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to ...
First female president elected in GREECE'S history
The 63-year-old senior judge, Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou, has previously served as president of the Council of State, GREECE'S top administrative court.
The Barefoot Fire-Walking Ritual of “Anastenaria” Lives On in GREECE
Hundreds of people who descended on the town of Langadas, near Thessaloniki, on Monday, were treated to the ancient ritual of “Anastenaria,” in ...
Infamous Greek criminal Kostas Passaris sentenced to 4 times life prison
No mitigating circumstances were recognised in Passaris's favour
Five Greek sailors abducted in Cameroon set free
Their release was announced by the Greek Maritime Minister
Refugees report inhumane treatment by Greek border police
Advocates demand an investigation as refugees report violence by Greek police — including incidents in which masked men pushed people back across the border. Authorities have refused to explain documented incidents.
Discover Greece's Next 'It' Destination
IOS ISLAND, Greece, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Calilo, Ios' most luxurious boutique hotel, today announces the addition of eight new suites for 2020 along with new sunken rock pools, 5 miles of new ...
Greece’s politicians break the mould by choosing first female president
Greece’s politicians elected their country’s first female president, with an overwhelming majority voting in favour of high court judge Katerina Sakellaropoulou. Speaking after being formally ...
24 times 'Game of Thrones' actors have worked together outside of Westeros
[Peter Dinklage and Sean Bean in ]Sony Pictures * There are over 200 films featuring a combination of various "Game of Thrones" actors. * Many actors worked together before the show first aired in 2011. * The cast have worked together in a number of major franchises, including "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean." * Here are 24 of the biggest movies you didn't realize featured "Game of Thrones" actors, ranked chronologically. * VISIT INSIDER'S HOMEPAGE FOR MORE STORIES. 'A KNIGHT'S TALE' (2001) — MARK ADDY (ROBERT BARATHEON) AND ROGER ASHTON-GRIFFITHS (MACE TYRELL) Sony Pictures PLOT: After his master dies, a peasant squire, fueled by his desire for food and glory, creates a new identity for himself as a knight. Source: IMDB. 'TROY' (2004) — SEAN BEAN (NED STARK), JULIAN GLOVER (PYCELLE) AND JASON COSMO (JEOR MORMONT) Warner Bros. PLOT: "An adaptation of Homer's great epic, the film follows the assault on Troy by the united Greek forces and chronicles the fates of the men involved." Source: IMDB. 'KINGDOM OF HEAVEN' (2005) — NIKOLAJ COSTER-WALDAU (JAIME LANNISTER), IAIN GLEN (JORAH MORMONT), ROBERT PUGH (CRASTER), AND ALEXANDER SIDDIG (DORAN MARTELL). 20th Century Fox PLOT: Balian of Ibelin travels to Jerusalem during the Crusades of the 12th century, and there he finds himself as the defender of the city and its people. Source: IMDB. SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER SEE ALSO: * Prince William mistook a childhood photo of himself for Princess Charlotte, and we found 6 pictures that show how similar they are * Robert Downey Jr. defended his Oscar-nominated blackface role in 'Tropic Thunder': 'I knew where my heart was' * Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt played with the viral 'Friends' Instagram filter on the red carpet
New GREEK president vows to seek 'maximum possible consensus'
In her first comments after her election by GREEK lawmakers on Wednesday, incoming president Katerina Sakellaropoulou vowed to seek the ...
General strike on Aegean islands as locals protest migration policy
All activities stand still on the islands of Lesvos, Chios, Samos and Leros as the public and private sector are holding a general strike to protest the government policy on migration and the continuous flows of refugees and migrants. Local residents and authorities and business owners have joint the strike. Shops, public services, schools and … The post General strike on Aegean islands as locals protest migration policy appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Hydrocarbon exploration doesn’t activate earthquakes, says Chief Seimsologist
Exploration for hydrocarbon does not activate earthquakes, said Greece’s chief seismologist, Efthymios Lekkas, Director of the Greek Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization. speaking at a seminar held in Chania, Lekkas clarified that there is no relation between exploration for oil and gas and the seismic activity recorded in early December 2019 south of Crete. “Exploration … The post Hydrocarbon exploration doesn’t activate earthquakes, says Chief Seimsologist appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
GREECE aims at wider use of electric cars and plans incentives
With gasoline in GREECE costing the equivalent of $6.88 a gallon, GREECE'S New Democracy government said it will offer lures to get people into electric ...