Following a week of non-stop outcry on social media, the Greek government was forced to suspend the fiasco voucher program of e-learning for professionals and give 160,000 lawyers, engineers, physicians and other self-employed 600 euros direct financial support for the coronavirus lockdown crisis without preconditions. The program, announced amid the pandemic, was essentially an indirect … The post Social media outcry forces Gov’t to cancel the e-learning fiasco #Σκοιλ_Ελικικου appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Welcome, 77 artists, 40 different points of Attica welcomes you by singing Erotokritos an epic romance written at 1713 by Vitsentzos Kornaros
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Staying at Home, Traveling through Literature: Diplomats Recite Greek Literature
ATHENS – In a charming video, part of the Staying at Home effort, Menoume Spiti, diplomats from around the world, including Austria, France, Sweden, Mexico, […] The post Staying at Home, Traveling through Literature: Diplomats Recite Greek Literature appeared first on The National Herald.
15 police officers in quarantine after contact with coronavirus-positive man
Fifteen police officers on duty at the headquarters of Greek Police in Athens have been order in “house isolation” after they came in contact with an asylum-seeker later tested positive to coronavirus. The officers were investigating the case of the sexual abuse of a minor in the accommodation structure of Malakasa, in north-eastern Attica. Together … The post 15 police officers in quarantine after contact with coronavirus-positive man appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece among the safest holiday destinations, German Bild reports
The good handling of the Covid-19 spread resulted in low infections
Coronavirus impact: Syracuse Greek Fest postponed until August
The coronavirus pandemic has put the big “pause” on several large events for 2020. The latest to be impacted: Syracuse Greek Fest. Amid concerns about the world health event, patrons will now have to ...
Without Essential Protections: A Roadmap to Safeguard the Rights of Asylum Seekers in Greece
Greece’s Reception and Identification Centers (RICs), where asylum seekers arriving to Greece are required to live, are once again making headline news. As the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps the globe, ...
Free Live Zoom Event in Greek with Motivational Speaker Christos Theodorou
NEW YORK – Guitar Guide Guru founder Mike David Papapavlou announced the presentation of Christos Theodorou, motivational speaker, trainer, and author, in a free, live […] The post Free Live Zoom Event in Greek with Motivational Speaker Christos Theodorou appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek Art Theater Karolos Koun Presents Online: When We Went Electronic
ATHENS – The Tank Theater, one of the most influential off-off Broadway theaters, chose the Greek Art Theater Karolos Koun as the platform to present […] The post Greek Art Theater Karolos Koun Presents Online: When We Went Electronic appeared first on The National Herald.
Albanian Field Hands Can Work in Greece When Lockdown Ends
Agricultural workers who come to Greece in the spring will be allowed back after a lockdown aimed at preventing the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus […] The post Albanian Field Hands Can Work in Greece When Lockdown Ends appeared first on The National Herald.
Coronavirus Cases in Greece Jump to 2,463; 4 Deaths in Last 24hrs
ATHENS – The Health Ministry’s coronavirus spokesman and infectious diseases professor Sotiris Tsiodras on Thursday evening announced 55 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Greece […] The post Coronavirus Cases in Greece Jump to 2,463; 4 Deaths in Last 24hrs appeared first on The National Herald.
Greek Supermarket Turnover up 30.7% since the Begging of the COVID-19 Crisis
ATHENS – Supermarket turnover jumped 30.7 pct, totaling 1.36 billion euros in the the period from February 24 to April 12, the first seven weeks […] The post Greek Supermarket Turnover up 30.7% since the Begging of the COVID-19 Crisis appeared first on The National Herald.
Report on irregular migrants and refugees in the Pazarkule Turkish-Greek border
There are a significant number of migrants, who went into the effort of passing to Greek side, have accused Greek police of forcing them to strip off their clothes, capturing their wallet and identity ...
CAS: Multi-storey hotel must demolish two floors to allow view to Acropolis
The Central Archaeological Council (CAS) has decided that the multi-storey hotel at the foot of the Acropolis will have to demolish two of its upper floors as they hinder the view to the jewel of Athens. The hotel will have to be deprived of its roof bar and the swimming pool area. Greece’s Culture Minister … The post CAS: Multi-storey hotel must demolish two floors to allow view to Acropolis appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Mass Coronavirus infection in Athens clinic: 13 dialysis patients, 1 dead
Thirteen dialysis patients, eleven health workers and five other patients were tested positive to coronavirus in clinic Taxiarhis in Peristeri suburb of West Athens.One dialysis patient died a few days ago. The mass infection has alerted Greece’s health authorities, who rushed to the clinic, as results of other tests are still pending on Thursday afternoon. … The post Mass Coronavirus infection in Athens clinic: 13 dialysis patients, 1 dead appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Bombs explode outside offices of Greek newspaper and TV station
In 2017, unidentified attackers exploded three larger bombs at the same office, which shattered windows throughout the building, according to news reports. CPJ emailed questions to the press ...
Thu. 10:21 a.m.: Latest world virus headlines - Greece extends lockdown measure by week to May 4
WHO Europe official says up to half of the virus deaths in the region were in nursing homes. ATHENS, Greece — Greece’s government is extending the country’s lockdown measures by one week to May 4.
The Latest: Greece extends lockdown measure by week to May 4
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it ...
Yanis Varoufakis: Coronavirus economic fallout could heap more misery onto Greece
Greece has done a good job containing coronavirus but it’s likely to be the hardest hit by the pandemic's economic fallout, the country’s former finance minister, Yanis Varoufakis, has told Euronews.
Greece and UK Sign Important Agreement on Controlling Irregular Migration
Greece and the United Kingdom signed a bilateral agreement on Wednesday in which the two countries pledge to significantly increase their cooperation to limit irregular entries of migrants to Greece.
Two Pairs of Turkish F-16s Infringe Greek FIR
ATHENS – A pair of Turkish military aircraft infringed the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR) on Thursday and flew over the islands of Oinousses at […] The post Two Pairs of Turkish F-16s Infringe Greek FIR appeared first on The National Herald.
Donations to Greek National Health System at €86 Million, Dep. Health Min Says
ATHENS – Deputy Health Minister Vassilis Kontozamanis on Thursday said that the donations to Greece’s National Health System, which have reached 86 million euros, are […] The post Donations to Greek National Health System at €86 Million, Dep. Health Min Says appeared first on The National Herald.
Gov’t Thanks Egypt for Help in Repatriation of Stranded Greek Nationals
CAIRO – Greece thanked Egypt for helping repatriate Greeks stranded due to travel limitations from the coronavirus pandemic measures. A total of 72 people will […] The post Gov’t Thanks Egypt for Help in Repatriation of Stranded Greek Nationals appeared first on The National Herald.
Vodafone Greece supports laid off workers
Vodafone Greece supports the society and the workers who were left without work or were negatively affected by the measures taken against the pandemic. With the programme # together_ we are rebuilding ...
Greece extends lockdown restrictions for one more week, until May 4
Lockdown restrictions are extended for one more week, until May 4, 2020, government spokesman Stelios Petsas announced on Thursday. According to the last decision, the lockdown restrictions were to expire on April 27, but like many other countries, Greece also evaluates the development of the coronavirus curve every two weeks and acts accordingly. The extension … The post Greece extends lockdown restrictions for one more week, until May 4 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece supermarkets new working hours April 25-May 9
Supermarkets in Greece will operate with new working hours, following a decision by Development and Investment Minister Adonis Georgiadis on Thursday. The new scheme goes into effect on upcoming Saturday. The new working hours will be in effect from April 25 until May 9, 2020. The new working hours will be: Monday to Friday 07:00 … The post Greece supermarkets new working hours April 25-May 9 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek public debt eased to 331.063 billion euros in Q4 2019
Income and property taxes totaled 4.57 billion euros (17.9 pct of total revenue), down from 4.985 billion euros (19.1 pct) in the fourth quarter of 2018
The Simpsons: Springfield's greatest sporting moments – quiz
Which soccer match started a riot? Who did Krusty bet against? And what became of Mr Burns’ softball stars? In 'The Cartridge Family', Homer buys a gun after an international soccer game leads to a city-wide riot. But which two teams were playing? Brazil and Argentina England and Germany USA and Iran Mexico and Portugal Which Super Bowl winning NFL quarterback features in the gridiron-themed episode 'Bart Star'? Dan Marino John Elway Joe Namath Bart Starr In a 1991 episode, Homer throws a party to watch the Watson-Tatum fight on illegal cable. What is the fight's tagline? The Brawl in the Mall The Night of the Big Fight The Throw Down Showdown The Bout to Knock the Other Guy Out Homer later ends up in the ring with Drederick Tatum after pursuing an ill-advised career in boxing. How does the fight end? After a brutal first round, Grampa Simpson steps in to throw the towel Unable to be knocked out, Homer withstands Tatum's blows for 12 rounds but loses on points Homer's trainer, Moe, swoops in on a paraglider and rescues Homer While chatting to a friend seated ringside, Tatum is floored by a Simpson haymaker in the third In season six, Bart and Lisa end up on opposing sides when the Mighty Pigs face the Kwik-E-Mart Gougers. But what sport are they playing? Ice hockey Basketball American football Lacrosse Krusty the Clown ends up in debt after betting thousands of dollars on what unlikely result? The Cubs winning the World Series The USA beating the Soviet ice hockey team The Harlem Globetrotters losing a match The Cleveland Browns winning the Super Bowl Krusty doesn't have much luck with sports. In a flashback episode, what controversial moment costs him millions of dollars? The 1984 Olympic boycott led by the Soviet Union Ben Johnson being stripped of his Olympic gold medal Michael Jordan swapping basketball for minor-league baseball Lance Armstrong winning his first Tour de France Which Brazilian was the first footballer to perform a cameo role in an episode? Ronaldo Socrates Pelé Ronaldinho In 'Homer at the Bat', Mr Burns recruits nine Major League Baseball players to the nuclear plant softball team, but many of them encounter misfortune. What fate befalls Ken Griffey Jr? A hypnotist makes him think he is a chicken He is arrested on multiple counts of murder His face swells up after overdosing on nerve tonic He gets knocked out by Barney at Moe's Tavern Who is the only MLB player to make the plant's championship game, leaving Homer free to accidentally score the winning run? José Canseco Ozzie Smith Mike Scioscia Darryl Strawberry 'Lisa the Greek', an episode that aired in January 1992, correctly predicted the outcome of what event? Super Bowl XXVI The Olympic men's 100m final The Cricket World Cup final The Winter Olympic hockey final One for the purists: what free gift comes with classic video game Lee Carvallo's Putting Challenge? A set of golf tees A scoring pencil An official cap A putter Sticking with computer games, what sport does Homer invent in 'The Simpsons: Tapped Out'? Homerball Tap Ball Simpsonball Dohball In 2001, four legendary US tennis players played doubles on the Simpsons' backyard court. But who does Homer steal money from? Venus Williams Serena Williams Andre Agassi Pete Sampras Finally, which real-life minor league baseball team's name was inspired by a Simpsons storyline? Springfield Cardinals Toledo Mud Hens Albuquerque Isotopes Rancho Cucamonga Quakes 2 and above. Don't have a cow, man 1 and above. Don't have a cow, man 4 and above. D'oh! 5 and above. D'oh! 7 and above. Ay caramba ... 8 and above. Ay caramba ... 10 and above. You are so smart, SMRT 11 and above. You are so smart, SMRT 9 and above. Ay caramba ... 12 and above. You are so smart, SMRT 6 and above. Ay caramba ... 3 and above. D'oh! 0 and above. Don't have a cow, man Continue reading...
Greek militarism in the East Aegean Islands disregards major treaty obligations
The admiral is a familiar figure, as he is regarded widely as the architect of the maritime agreement signed last year between Turkey and the UN-recognised Government of National Accord in Libya in a ...
Europe should learn from Greece in the fight against COVID-19, says former PM Papandreou
Ten years ago, Greece was bailed out after a devastating global financial crisis brought the country to its knees. A decade of austerity has made the country's economy fragile and battered its ...
Greek Pharmaceutical Company Funds Clinical Study of Colchicine as a Possible COVID-19 Treatment
ATHENS – The Greek pharmaceutical company ELPEN is funding GRECCO-19, a clinical study which researches the active substance colchicine as a possible response treatment for […] The post Greek Pharmaceutical Company Funds Clinical Study of Colchicine as a Possible COVID-19 Treatment appeared first on The National Herald.
Changes in Greek Supermarkets Opening Hours from April 25
ATHENS – Super markets opening hours will change from Saturday, April 25, following a decision made by Development and Investement Minister Adonis Georgiadis on Thursday. […] The post Changes in Greek Supermarkets Opening Hours from April 25 appeared first on The National Herald.
Greece Launches €14.2 Million Action for the Support of Homeless Shelters
ATHENS – “No citizen should feel alone. We are financing the operation of 13 facilities to provide housing, health care and food to the homeless […] The post Greece Launches €14.2 Million Action for the Support of Homeless Shelters appeared first on The National Herald.
Curfew violations reach 1.166: 28 fines for movement outside region of residence
Greek police stated that inspections continue with undiminished intensity
Escape the crowds: Greece's least populated islands
There is a handful of simple hotels in the main village. As a likely contender for Greece’s least populated inhabited island, Marathi, between Lipsi and Arki in the northern Dodecanese, has just one ...
Greece extends coronavirus lockdown measures by a week to May 4
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece on Thursday extended its general coronavirus lockdown by a week to May 4, saying any relaxation would be staggered out over May and June. Greek authorities imposed a blanket ...
Asylum seekers in Greece shot after apparently breaking quarantine
A migrant holds a placard as refugees and migrants take part in a demonstration against living conditions at the Moria camp on the island of Lesbos, Greece, October 1, 2019. PHOTO: Reuters/Elias ...
Greece's new COVID-19 cases drop below 10 per day, but challenge remains
Greek authorities said Wednesday that seven new cases of COVID-19 have been reported across the country over the past 24 hours, bringing the total to 2,408 with 121 deaths.
Cleaning Lady in Athens Finds 19,000 Euros in Bag, Gives to Police
ATHENS – With the COVID-19 Coronavirus cutting deep into Greece’s economy, sidelining g hundreds of thousands of workers during a lockdown, a cleaning lady in […] The post Cleaning Lady in Athens Finds 19,000 Euros in Bag, Gives to Police appeared first on The National Herald.
New appeal to Dutch to take in child refugees from Greek camps
Over 100 politicians, celebrities and local authorities have urged the Dutch government to take in some of the 2,500 children...
Migrants in Greece shot after violating coronavirus quarantine rules
There have been coronavirus cases in two camps and a migrant hotel on the Greek mainland, where 150 people tested positive this week. So far, no cases have been reported in camps on the islands, with ...
Two asylum seekers hospitalised after gunshots fired into Greece’s largest migrant camp
Two asylum seekers have been hospitalised with light injuries after gunshots were fired into Greece’s largest migrant camp on the eastern Aegean Sea island of Lesbos, police said on Wednesday. The ...
Greece’s state budget primary surplus at 3.5% of GDP in 2019
Greece’s state budget recorded a primary surplus of 3.5% of GDP in 2019,European Statistics authority Eurostat said in a report released on Wednesday. According to the report, the general government recorded a surplus of 1.5% of GDP or 2.7 billion euros in 2019. The primary surplus based on excessive deficit procedure is different with the … The post Greece’s state budget primary surplus at 3.5% of GDP in 2019 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Two migrants shot for defying coronavirus quarantine in Greece
Two asylum-seekers on the Greek island of Lesbos were shot and injured after apparently violating coronavirus quarantine rules, officials said Thursday. The two men, an Iranian and an Afghan ...
Migrants in Greece shot after 'breaking quarantine'
The men told police they had ventured out of the camp, which is under lockdown alongside the rest of Greece's migrant facilities to limit the spread of the virus. There have been coronavirus cases in ...
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The GREECE Ridge Lions Club recently awarded a $500 scholarship to Fiona Grana, a senior at Odyssey Academy. Grana volunteered with CURE ...