Police in Athens found 225 pounds of heroin in an apartment used for short-term vacations. According to The Associated Press, Greek authorities announced the drug bust Tuesday. The central Athens ...
Welcome, 77 artists, 40 different points of Attica welcomes you by singing Erotokritos an epic romance written at 1713 by Vitsentzos Kornaros
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Parlor Floor Duplex With Wood Burning Fireplace in Cobble Hill Greek Revival Asks $1.6 Million
This apartment in an 1840s row house Cobble Hill offers two floors of space as well as a stylish reno. Just a block away from the shops and amenities of Court Street, 314 Clinton Street is located in ...
Greek man convicted of murdering US scientist on Crete
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A 28-year-old man has gone on trial in Greece for the rape and murder last year of American scientist Suzanne Eaton who was killed on the island of Crete while visiting for a ...
Crete: Murderer of US biologist Suzanne Eaton gets life sentence
The 28-year-old man who brutally murdered American molecular biologist Suzanne Eaton in July 2019 on Crete was served a life sentence by a court in Rethymno on Tuesday evening. Eaton’s sister attended the trial. The seven-member court consisting of three judges and four jury members unanimously found Ioannis Paraskakis guilty of murder and with 6:1 … The post Crete: Murderer of US biologist Suzanne Eaton gets life sentence appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek farmer gets life for rape, killing of US scientist
A Greek farmer who claimed he was “possessed by demons” when he raped and killed an American scientist last year in Crete is sentenced to life in prison. A court in Rethymno sentences Yiannis ...
Germany decries Turkey's actions in east Mediterranean , urges dialogue
Germany's foreign minister on Tuesday criticized Turkey for unilateral steps" in the eastern Mediterranean that are undercutting efforts to de-escalate tensions with Greece and Cyprus
Greek PM: Turkey has chosen the path of sanctions
The Greek PM received German Foreign Foreign Minister Haas in Athens
Washington 'deplores' Turkey's 'calculated provocation' in the E. Mediterranean as Ankara renews seismic surveying
[Preview] Ankara has been criticized by the US State Department for restarting hydrocarbon exploration in contested waters. Washington said the move “deliberately complicates” de-escalation talks between NATO allies Greece and Turkey. Read Full Article at RT.com
Greece coronavirus: 408 new cases, 6 more deaths; 71 patients died Oct 1-13
Greece’s health authorities announced on Tuesday evening 408 new coronavirus cases and another six deaths recorded in the past 24 hours. Death toll rose to 462 with 71 Covid-19 patients to have died alone in the first 13 days of October, 26 in the last three days. Two of the latest fatalities were in the … The post Greece coronavirus: 408 new cases, 6 more deaths; 71 patients died Oct 1-13 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece’s public sector unions on 24h strike for effective pandemic measures
Greece’s public sector unions umbrella ADEDY have called for a general strike on Thursday, October 15, 2020, demanding more protection measures regarding the pandemic, more hiring and descent labor conditions, wages and pensions. Major unions from the sector of public hospital personnel (POEDIN) and teachers (OLME) have joined the strike, while unions of workers at … The post Greece’s public sector unions on 24h strike for effective pandemic measures appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece names Mohegan-led consortium preferred bidder for casino resort
ATHENS, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Greece has picked a consortium led by U.S. casino operator Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment as its preferred bidder to build and operate a luxury casino resort in Athens, the ...
US rebukes Turkey’s ‘calculated provocation' of Greece with deployment of research vessel
Turkey’s redeployment of an energy research vessel into disputed Eastern Mediterranean waters is a “calculated provocation” of Greece that undermines NATO unity, according to Secretary of State Mike ...
Growing consensus against Turkey’s threats to Greece – analysis
Ankara tends to create new crises every week with its neighbors, part of its militarist agenda and also to distract from financial troubles at home.
Greek farmer ‘killed US scientist on Crete because he was possessed by demons’
A Greek farmer accused of murdering an American scientist told police that he was a satanist who had been possessed by demons when he killed her and dumped the body in a former Nazi bunker in Crete, a ...
Savory Greek Quiche
Aubergine (eggplant) is a staple in many Greek dishes. Greek oregano can be found at many specialty food shops, but you can easily substitute regular oregano in this recipe.
Greece’s Civil Aviation extends travel restrictions until Oct 25
Greece’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has extended a series of travel restrictions “aiming to protect passengers and citizens from the Covid-19 pandemic,” as noted in a press release issued on October 13, 2020. The air directives (notams) regarding travel restrictions from certain countries and Non-EU citizens, negative Covid-19 test, and filling up of the Passenger … The post Greece’s Civil Aviation extends travel restrictions until Oct 25 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
US, Germany demand Turkey end 'provocation' against Greece
Turkey's two key Western allies, the United States and Germany, on Tuesday urged it to pull back a ship it has returned to waters contested with Greece, with Washington denouncing the "calculated ...
Oruc Reis in Greek continental shelf, German FM cancels visit to Turkey
Turkish seismic research vessel Oruc Reis entered the Greek continental shelf early Tuesday morning. short before 10 o’ clock it turned off its geographic-positioning system. The last signal from the “Oruc Reis” was in an area within the Greek continental shelf, about 35 nautical miles south of the island of Kastellorizo. Oruc Reis latest position … The post Oruc Reis in Greek continental shelf, German FM cancels visit to Turkey appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
German BOSCH/SIEMENS close down historic Greek factory PITSOS, transfer it to Turkey
The historic Greek factory , PITSOS a leading manufacturer of household appliances and one of the largest industrial units in the country is to close down by the end of the year and being transferred from Greece to Turkey. The factory is owned by Bosch-Siemens Hausgeraete GmbH and gives work to 700 people. In a … The post German BOSCH/SIEMENS close down historic Greek factory PITSOS, transfer it to Turkey appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek man goes on trial for slaying of US scientist on Crete
Relatives said Eaton had gone for a hike when she was attacked. The defendant, a Greek man from Crete, appeared in court Tuesday in the Cretan town of Rethymno, wearing a bulletproof police vest.
Golden Dawn Prosecutor: Life for Fyssas’ murderer, 13 years for party leadership
The prosecutor of Golden Dawn trial proposed on Tuesday morning the sentences for the leadership of the neo-nazi party, the murderer of rapper Pavlos Fyssas and his accomplices as well as for those involved in attacks against Egyptian fishermen and unionists of PAME. The Court of Appeals had rejected “mitigating circumstances” for all convicts except … The post Golden Dawn Prosecutor: Life for Fyssas’ murderer, 13 years for party leadership appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek court considers 15-year sentences for Golden Dawn leaders
A Greek court on Tuesday will consider sentences of up to 15 years in prison against the leading members of infamous neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn, nearly a week after their conviction in a landmark ...
Greece to build new refugee camp on Lesbos
Migrants prepare tea near a new makeshift camp on the island of Lesbos, Greece on Tuesday. Roughly 800 of the thousands of asylum seekers who fled a fire that destroyed Europe's biggest migrant camp ...
Greek remake of ‘Question Of Sport’ among raft of BBCS format deals
Greek broadcaster ERT is preparing to air a local version of quiz show A Question Of Sport, one of a number of format deals struck by BBC Studios (BBCS). The 60-episode Greek show will be known ...
5 things to know for October 13: Coronavirus, Supreme Court, Election 2020, Big Tech and Greece
Tensions are rising between Greece and Turkey over offshore rights in the eastern Mediterranean. A Turkish ship recently departed to conduct work near the Greek island of Kastellorizo, which is ...
‘Tool’ Wins Double at Greek Hospitality Awards 2020
Tool, a digital marketing services company in Greece, won two honors at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2020 event.
Greek minister: 5,000 move into new refugee camp on Lesbos
“It is critical that Europe demonstrates tangible solidarity to the pressure that the Greek islands have had over the last few years,” said Mitarachi, the migration minister. The European Union is due ...
Greece: 225-pound heroin stash found in vacation home
Police in Greece have found 102 kilograms (225 pounds) of heroin in a vacation-rental apartment in central Athens
Storm strikes Athens, causes flash floods on Corfu, Kefalonia
The storm that hit Attica in early morning Tuesday caused unprecedented damages in several suburbs of the Greek capital. Mostly affected was Neo Heraklio in north-western Athens, where heavy rainfall and powerful winds uprooted dozens of trees and power columns, and broke even windows in houses and other buildings. Three people were injured. Residents report … The post Storm strikes Athens, causes flash floods on Corfu, Kefalonia appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek Athlete Scales Mount Olympus Carrying his Differently-abled Student, Fulfils Her Dream
Giannakou wrote the post in Greek. Με την Ελευθερία θα προσπαθήσουμε να ανέβουμε την επόμενη εβδομάδα στην ψηλότερη κορυφή της Ελλάδας, κουβαλώντας την ...
Turk-Greek Tensions Escalate in Mediterranean Waters
Tensions rose once again in east Mediterranean after Ankara sent Oruc Reis vessel for seismic surveys. The ship set sail on Monday. Greece called the move direct threat to regional peace and security ...
Greece says no talks with Turkey as long as survey ship in area
ATHENS, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Greece will not engage in exploratory talks with Turkey as long as Turkish survey vessel Oruc Reis remains in its continental shelf waters, the government's spokesman said ...
Germany: “Solidarity” with Greece, Cyprus in Turkey dispute
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s foreign minister is heading to Greece and Cyprus, pledging “full solidarity” with them in their dispute with Turkey over sea boundaries and drilling rights in the ...
Amazing creatures from ancient Greek mythology
Stories from Greek mythology often focus on the nature of the world, heroes, and the origins of the ancient Greeks' own ritual practices. The myths provide great insight into the religious and ...
Germany warns Turkey against 'provocation' in Mediterranean over gas drilling
Ahead of his visit to Cyprus and Greece, Heiko Maas appealed to Turkey to end exploration of gas reserves in contested regions off Greek islands. Maas said Germany stood in solidarity with Cyprus and Greece as partners.
GREEK Shipping: An important global actor in line with the GREEK maritime spirit
GREEK Shipping is not just a remarkable economic activity, making Greece the world's largest ship-owning nation, it is also an integral part of the ...
Psistaria Greek Taverna
Family-owned Psistaria Greek Taverna showcases traditional Greek cuisine. The roster of hot and cold appetizers is enormous (a la the Mediterranean tradition of mezes) so it's fun to make a meal out..
Enel Green Power eyes expansion in GREECE
... Athens last Friday that Enel Green Power is ready to make new investments in GREECE, but stressed that they require a stable regulatory framework.
Greek farmer goes on trial for US scientist’s rape, murder
A farmer from the Greek island of Crete will go on trial Tuesday after confessing to raping and killing an American scientist last year.
East Med energy survey to be in maritime bounds, says Turkey
The renewed efforts of Turkey's seismic research vessel, the Oruc Reis, in the Eastern Mediterranean will be within the Turkish continental shelf hundreds of kilometers away from the Greek mainland, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said on Oct. 12.
Tensions spike in Turkey-Greece showdown
Tensions spiked between Greece and Turkey on Monday over offshore rights in the eastern Mediterranean, with Athens vowing to push its European Union (EU) peers to activate sanctions against Ankara.
ArcAroma AB: 201013 ArcAroma signs a new evaluation contract on oliveCEPT in Greece
One & Olive, a well established olive oil producer in Greece, has signed an evaluation contract with ArcAroma and agreed to install two oliveCEPT ODIN units. Together, the units will treat a ...
GREEK President commemorates Athens' Liberation from Nazi Occupation
Athens' Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis also attended the ceremonial raising of the GREEK flag. “The liberation of Athens teaches us the historical power of ...
Spring break is canceled, but GREEK sees fewer restrictions
Spring break is canceled, but GREEK sees fewer restrictions. Joshua Stewart | Contributing Writer; Oct 11, 2020; Oct 11, 2020 Updated ...
Turkey 'provokes' EU with latest Greek mission
Turkish petro-exploration ship, the Oruç Reis, sailed back into a Greek-claimed maritime zone on Monday, prompting recriminations by Athens. The Reis will come close to outlying Greek islands on a ...
Cumming Greek Festival offering drive-thru authentic Greek cuisine this weekend
Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Greek Orthodox Church plans to hold its annual Cumming Greek Festival on Oct. 16-18, offering Greek treats and online shopping all weekend long. The church is changing ...
Kozlova made impact in most recent match with Ukraine Senior National Team
She scored twice against GREECE including the game winner. Story Links. BLACKSBURG – Virginia Tech women's soccer player Nicole Kozlova has ...