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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
2 passengers beat Greek subway official after mask order
Two subway passengers assaulted an Athens stationmaster after he told them they should be wearing masks for the coronavirus pandemic, and Greek authorities are vowing to bring the attackers to justice ...
Greek Yogurt Market Growing Popularity and Emerging Trends: Cabot, Fage, Yoplait, Stonyfield
The Global Greek Yogurt Market has witnessed continuous growth in the past few years and may grow further during the forecast period (2020-2025).
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias’ statement following his meeting in Lisbon with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal (13.01.2021)
«Thank you so much, senor Ministro. [A few words in Portuguese] I am sorry that’s as far as I can go in Portuguese.I would like first of all to congratulate you and Portugal on assuming the Presidency of the European Union Council for the next 6 months. And it’s clear that you have a very challenging task ahead of you, but I am so confident that you will do an excellent job. And if I may say, Greece will fully support your efforts. We were for many years, the two European Union members – Greece and Portugal – that were further apart geographically: one on the eastern edge, other on the western edge of Europe. But we are both southern countries, we joined in the 80s following a period of political instability for both of us, we are similar to the sense of size, we have many things in common.My visit today comes just two days after Prime Minister Mitsotakis was here, who met his counterpart Prime Ministe Antonio Costa. The focus of our discussions with my dear friend Augusto today was on several issues. First of all, the priorities of the Portuguese Presidency, the developments in Eastern Mediterranean, migration, the European Union enlargement process.I was briefed extensively by the Minister on the priorities of the Presidency. I underlined during our meeting that in this regard Greece fully supports the key issues that will be addressed in this context. Enhancing the transatlantic relations with the US, we would help in any way on this regard. Hosting a summit between EU and India, we remain absolutely convinced that we should enhance our relationship with this emerging world power, this big democracy. I am looking forward also to meeting with my Indian counterpart as soon as conditions will allow. We had a meeting in Athens which had to be canceled because of COVID. And of course, we look very much forward to the European Union-Africa Summit. We seek to enhance the relations with the African continent. I have invested in this endeavor and I will continue to do so. And Portugal’s role, which has special ties with Africa, especially with the lusophone countries, can be of pivotal importance. Regarding the Eastern Mediterranean, I had the opportunity to inform Minister Santos Silva on the latest developments. I underlined that despite the relative calm on the past few weeks the situation remains very volatile. I stressed that Greece is always ready and willing to engage in a constructive dialogue with Turkey, but of course on the basis of International Law, and in order to discuss that single issue that needs to be addressed, the delimitation of Exclusive Economic Zone and the continental shelf in the Aegean and the Eastern Mediterranean. In the spirit of the above, following an invitation by the Turkish side, it has been agreed that we are going to have the next round of the exploratory talks in Istanbul on the 25th of January. In this context, let me underline that the December 2020 European Council conclusions called not just for a sustained de-escalation for the resumption of these exploratory talks, but also for a smooth continuation. So, we look forward to a constructive attitude from Turkey and to the abstention from any provocation from their side.With my colleague we addressed migration thoroughly. I have to express my thanks as Greece for Portugal’s support in this endeavor. By accepting the relocation of refugees on its territory Portugal has given a great example, and also by contributing to the protection of the European Union’s external borders. Greece, as an European Union frontline state is calling for an equitable migration and asylum pact that will ensure a just and fair sharing of the burden among our family, the European Union member states. Last but not least, I discussed with my Portuguese counterpart the issue of the European Union enlargement process. The countries of the Western Balkans are looking towards Europe and they are undertaking reforms in order to be able to join our European family. Greece’s position is that we should keep the door open and encourage them, as much as we can, in this path. Failure to do so will not only endanger the reforms, but will endanger the European experiment in its totality. My dear colleague, muito obrigado, thank you so much for hosting me today.»
Coronavirus: Tatar rejects EU vaccines if delivered via Greek Cypriots
… EU and not through the Greek Cypriot side, they will not … this issue and not the Greek Cypriot side, Tatar said that … could be delivered by the Greek Cypriot side. He added that …
EU to Consider Greek Proposal for Coronavirus Vaccine Travel Certificate
… European Union will discuss Greece’s recommendation to issue … reestablish freedom of movement. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis … countries”, according to I Kathimerini. Denmark to Rollout Coronavirus … January 9, 2021 The Greek leader stated that his …
Mask-deniers beat and injure metro worker in station in downtown Athens
An employee of the Athens metro was hospitalized on Wednesday after he was beaten by two young men who had earlier refused to wear the mandatory masks inside the metro. According to a statement by the metro managing company STASY, the employee, a station manager, asked the two men on the Anthoupoli-to-Omonia train to wear … The post Mask-deniers beat and injure metro worker in station in downtown Athens appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Simpsons Writer Hopes Episode 'Predicting' Havoc at Biden Inauguration Won't Come True
The animated sitcom is famous for making accurate predictions. From Greece’s default and the NSA’s mass surveillance programme to the outbreak of Ebola and the purchase of 20th Century Fox by Disney – the show has managed to make correct forecasts about almost every sphere of life.
Greece Imposes Strict Lockdown in Sparta, Argolida
Greece imposed a strict lockdown in the regions of Sparta and Argolida in the Peloponnese on Wednesday due to the rapid increase in Covid-19 cases. A total of 671 Covid-19 cases were diagnosed in Greece on Wednesday, which is 195 fewer than the 866 cases that were recorded in the country just one day earlier, […] The post Greece Imposes Strict Lockdown in Sparta, Argolida first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
Former Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Appointed Professor at Aegean University
Manos Konsolas, Greece’s former deputy tourism minister, has been appointed Professor at the University of the Aegean.
Greek LOL Student Stories: Novelist Voula Tsoflias and her Greek roots
“Honor’s Shadow is a story of betrayal and revenge. How can Honor control her own pressing emotions and desires, as she attempts to contain the vengeful impulses of Tisi, her strange new client? Voula Grand is a writer to watch.” Apart from a writer to watch, Voula Tsoflias is another one of our amazing students who inspire us with […] The post Greek LOL Student Stories: Novelist Voula Tsoflias and her Greek roots appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Philip and Alexander Matter
The Persian wars The first golden age of Greek civilization was the aftermath of the Greek victory over the Persian Empire of kings Darius and Xerxes in early fifth century BCE. The contest was long, bitter, and decisive. It almost shred the Greek world into opposing pro-Persian and anti-Persian coalitions. Persia was a world superpower […] The post Philip and Alexander Matter appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek tragedy from Cal Shakes: 'The Orestia' is online on Jan. 15
A virtual cast will perform "The Orestia," an adaptation of Aeschylus' ancient tragic trilogy from Cal Shakes. If the events of the past week or more have called to mind an unfolding Greek tragedy, ...
From Syria to the Naples mafia: Record amphetamine bust raises questions
Italian authorities have recently uncovered a worrying new side to the international illegal drugs trade, with origins in Syria. Amphetamine pills, produced in the war-torn country, are being trafficked to Europe, something police were unaware of until just a few months ago. The amphetamines, such as Captagon, have also been seized in Greece, Egypt, Turkey and Romania. Our correspondents report on what this means for Italy and the role played by the Neapolitan mafia in this murky drug trafficking ring.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s Interview in "Vima" (Greek Newspaper): Full Interview
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with its headquarters located in the City of New York, is an Eparchy of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, The mission of th ...
Statements of Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias following his meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, in Rome (13 January 2021)
“Today, we had very interesting and sincere talks with my Italian counterpart, Mr. Di Maio. We covered a number of topics. Bilateral relations – the ratification by Italy of our agreement on maritime zones – as well as economic issues. But we also talked about wider issues that concern the region, the Turkish provocative behaviour. I briefed him on the resumption of the exploratory talks on 25 January, Turkey’s broader conduct in the Eastern Mediterranean, and also issues concerning Libya and the Eastmed. The migration issue was also on the agenda. I think it is extremely useful for us to have an ongoing and sincere exchange of views with Italy. I made it clear that, while we respect their decision and their stance, Greece would like to see stronger Italian support on the sanctions issue.”
Greek University Reform Bill Provides for Police on Campus
An ambitious university reform bill was drafted and presented to lawmakers by ministers Niki Kerameus, of Education, and Michalis Chrysochoidis, of Civil Protection, on Wednesday. In a press ...
Teen daughter accused of killing Greece mom to be extradited to Rochester
The Arizona teenager accused of fatally shooting her mother last month is expected to be transported to New York sometime next week, according to authorities in Missouri. Hannah Thomas, 17 ...
problem of mobility to be solved by summer, Greece
… a fundamental priority'', Greek Premier Kyriakos Mitsotakis said in … ;. ''For countries like Greece, it is imperative that this …
“Reforms” Greek Style: 1,000 Policemen in universities, disciplinary council for students
Despite objections by several university rectors, Greece’s Education ministry presented a bill providing, among others, the presence of police officers inside universities campuses. The bill foresees also other outdated “reforms” such as the establishment of a disciplinary council to punish students. On Wednesday, Education Minister Niki Kerameus and Citizens’ Protection Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis presented the … The post “Reforms” Greek Style: 1,000 Policemen in universities, disciplinary council for students appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Argolida and Sparti in tougher lockdown due to infections increase
Greece’s Civil Protection placed the Regional Unit of Argolida and the Municipality of Sparti, in eastern and south Peloponnese respectively, into a regime of stricter lockdown measures due to a high epidemiological load and the rapid increase in epidemiological indicators of the last seven days. The measures are taken for urgent reasons of addressing a … The post Argolida and Sparti in tougher lockdown due to infections increase appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Free Internet at Museums, Archaeological Sites in Greece
Access to high-speed internet at museums and archaeological sites in Greece will soon become a reality, thanks to a collaboration between the Greek Ministry of Culture and COSMOTE, the Greek telecommunications giant. This move will push the country firmly into the digital age, allowing visitors and the sites themselves to take advantage of all of […] The post Free Internet at Museums, Archaeological Sites in Greece first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
I've moved back with my parents in my early 30s and feel I'm missing milestones. Does this get easier?
You sound like you live well, writes advice columnist ELEANOR GORDON-SMITH. Don’t be fooled into a view of success based on values that aren’t your own I HAVE RECENTLY MOVED BACK WITH MY PARENTS IN MY EARLY 30S AFTER OVER 10 YEARS OF LIVING INDEPENDENTLY, AND WHILE MY PARENTS LOVE HAVING ME HERE AND WE HAVE A WONDERFUL RELATIONSHIP, I FEEL AS THOUGH I AM FAILING AT THE LINEAR LIFE PATH THAT NEARLY ALL OF MY FRIENDS ARE LIVING. MOST OF MY FRIENDS ARE SETTLING DOWN IN RELATIONSHIPS, BUYING PROPERTIES, EXCELLING IN THEIR CAREERS. HOWEVER, I HAVE BEEN SINGLE FOR OVER EIGHT YEARS AND DO NOT SEEM TO BE ABLE TO ATTRACT A PARTNER. I DON’T WANT TO SETTLE AND DATING GAY MEN IS DIFFICULT IF YOU DON’T LOOK LIKE A GREEK ADONIS. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY JOB BUT I WORK FOR A CHARITY, WHICH MEANS I DON’T GET THOSE SALARIES MY FRIENDS IN FINANCIAL SERVICES GET AND IT’S HARD TO EXCEL UP THE CAREER LADDER QUICKLY BECAUSE OF LIMITED ROLES, AND I HAVE MINIMAL SAVINGS SO THE PROSPECT OF HOME OWNERSHIP IS NOTHING SHORT OF A FANTASY. WHY DO I FEEL SO STRESSED AND SAD ABOUT THIS? I KNOW WE ALL HAVE OUR OWN PATHS IN LIFE AND THE STANDARD LINE LIFE ISN’T SO PERFECT. BUT I JUST FEEL AS THOUGH I AM GETTING OLDER AND MISSING OUT ON THOSE MILESTONES THAT I SHOULD BE AND DO WANT TO BE EXPERIENCING. DOES THIS GET EASIER AND DO YOU CARE LESS AS YOU GET OLDER? Continue reading...
Greek Church to appeal to TV watchdog over false reports on Epiphany
The Holy Synod released a pertinent statement on the issue
Roman Odeon in Greece Goes Digital
A complex digital twin of one of the world’s most famous ancient theatres, the Roman Odeon, has been created by Landmark, GeoSLAM’s Greek distributor. The Roman Odeon is one of the most important and ...
While half of Europe is freezing, Greeks are swimming on the beaches
[While half of Europe is freezing, Greeks are swimming on the beaches]Unusually warm weather for this time of year has lured Greek residents to beaches and parks despite a lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many took off their T-shirts and rushed to the beaches to sunbathe, and some even took a bath. Namely, temperatures in Athens reached 23 degrees, and 26 degrees in […]
Germany welcomes new Turkey-Greece talks
Foreign ministry says resumption of talks about maritime disputes is ‘good news for the entire region’ - Anadolu Agency ...
Iberdrola breaks ground on Greek wind farm
Iberdrola has started the construction of the Mikronos wind farm in the province of Rhodopes in Thrace, northern Greece.
Vodafone Greece offers free unlimited data for 3 months to subs with 5G devices
Vodafone Greece provides free unlimited data for three months to all its subscribers with a 5G device, so that they can try out its Vodafone Giga Network 5G. Activation of the free data will be done ...
Interventions of Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias in the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defense and Foreign Affairs during the consideration of the Foreign Ministry’s draft law on “Determining the breadth of territorial waters in the maritim
Interventions of Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias in the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defense and Foreign Affairs during the consideration of the Foreign Ministry’s draft law on “Determining the breadth of territorial waters in the maritime zone of the Ionian and the Ionian Islands up to Tainaro” INTRODUCTORY INTERVENTIONLadies and gentlemen, colleagues, as you know, Mr. Chairman, I don't usually take the floor at the beginning of a session. Only at the end, when I have heard all of our colleagues. But allow me – due to the historic nature of this moment, as this is the first time since 1947 that the Hellenic Parliament has been called upon to increase the area of national sovereignty – to say that the government recommends that the National Delegation use our country’s inalienable right to increase our territorial waters in the region of the Ionian Sea, up to Tainaro, from 6 to 12 nautical miles. This will increase the area of national sovereignty by 10,079 square kilometres, and if one also takes into account the area created by the legal closing of bays, in accordance with international law, it exceeds 13,000 square kilometres. As I assume that no one has kept the numbers in their head since we did geography in school, for purposes of comparison it is worth noting that the total area of Greece is 131,000 square kilometres. The area of Crete, to give you a clearer example, is a little over 8,500 square kilometres. So, it is a great honour for me, on behalf of the Mitsotakis government, to recommend that the Hellenic Parliament pass this draft law. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. SECOND INTERVENTIONMr. Chairman, colleagues, I will be extremely brief following the long process. First of all, I would like to thank the parties and my colleagues for truly showing national solidarity. We didn’t have the usual climate of disagreements, the effort for some to score political points. There was broad consensus on the key position, which, as many colleagues rightly said, was not, in the past, the standing stance of Greek foreign policy.This stance is a product of an internal procedure, both at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in the country’s political system, and it is extremely important that this approach is being met with broad national consensus, support, agreement and solidarity. Allow me to include the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) in this framework. The framework of national solidarity. Beyond that, there isn’t much that one can say. Greece is exercising a sovereign right. It is exercising it in the Ionian, up to Tainaro. Greece – and I say this so that it can be recorded in the minutes and be heard in this hall, but mainly beyond this hall – fully reserves its right to extend its territorial waters and exercise its national sovereign rights. It is inconceivable that, in any way, it might renounce any of these rights. I repeat the words of the country’s Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, by saying that the next phase will concern the area south of Crete. The relevant studies are under way on that. By the same token, Greek fully retains the right to extend its territorial waters to 12 nautical miles in the Aegean as well. In this regard, I would like to note as extremely important – verging on the historic – the statement of Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov during his visit to Athens a few weeks ago, in which he made perfectly clear his country’s position on our country’s sovereign right. Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, during the time the Prime Minister has honoured me with the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs, I have followed one rule that, on his instructions, I shall continue to follow. To keep the parties abreast of the tactical moves of Greek foreign policy. I say tactical moves because I believe that the strategic moves follow the basic lines on which the country has agreed. In this context, as the party representatives know, we will be meeting next Monday. So, if there are any questions on the details that led to the resumption of the exploratory talks, I will be prepared to respond and clarify. We’re not talking about a conspiracy or anything that should take up the time of the Hellenic Parliament.Regarding the text of the legislation, I have noted the technical legal changes requested by my dear friend the rapporteur of the main opposition party. We will look at it during this time. Today, in any case, we will propose a technical legal change that I will submit in the report on the presidential decree closing the bays. We will add the “as applicable in each case,” because at some point the country may want to amend this in some way. And I think there is a matter of the Gulf of Corinth that might be worth looking at. Regarding what you said to me, Mrs. Sakorafa, if you like, on Monday – so as not to go into a technical matter here – I would be happy to clarify it for you. I’ve checked it. I think this was an exceptional day in the Hellenic Parliament. A day of unanimity, solidarity, national understanding, national consensus. One of the rare such occasions in the life of an MP, a Minister. I’m deeply moved. I thank you warmly for your stance, which fully serves the national interest. Thank you very much.
Several earthquakes 4.9R-4.3R rattle western Greece
Several earthquakes rattled western Greece in the last 12 hours often sending locals to the streets. The epicenters of the three earthquakes measuring 4.9, 4.3 and 4.3 on the Richter scale was in the Gulf of Corinth, an area with frequent seismic activity. The first tremors occurred short after Tuesday midnight with 4.9 on the … The post Several earthquakes 4.9R-4.3R rattle western Greece appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Consumer sentiment in Greece expected to remain negative in H1 2021
A survey conducted among Greeks showed that the consumer sentiment remained negative in the last six months, with low expectations for the next six-month period. A 70% of consumers spend more than 80% of their available income on a monthly basis, while a 9% spend more than 100 % – practically borrowing somehow to cover … The post Consumer sentiment in Greece expected to remain negative in H1 2021 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
First doses of Moderna vaccine arrive in Greece
The first 8,000 doses of the Moderna vaccines arrived in Greece on Wednesday. It is the first batch of over 240,000 doses of Moderna vaccines to be delivered in Greece in total. 20,000 doses of Moderna vaccine are reportedly expected to be delivered to Greece in January, another 115,000 doses in February and 105,000 doses … The post First doses of Moderna vaccine arrive in Greece appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Earthquake Barrage Shakes Central Greece
A series of moderate earthquakes shook the region of Nafpaktos, central Greece, on Wednesday. The first tremor — of the magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter scale — rocked the region shortly after midnight, the National Observatory of Athens reported. The epicenter was 32 kilometers (20 miles) from the city of Patras. The quake occurred […] The post Earthquake Barrage Shakes Central Greece first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
Joint Military Exercises Underway Between Greece, US and Cyprus
Joint military exercises are now underway between the Special Forces from Greece, Cyprus and the United States. The exercises are ongoing in the Mediterranean off the coast of the Souda Bay base on Crete, according to reports from state-run Athens-Macedonia news agency (ANMA). The trilateral exercise is just another in the long history of military […] The post Joint Military Exercises Underway Between Greece, US and Cyprus first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
Are Greece-Turkey Talks Doomed to Fail?
Photo: Turkish Defense Ministry The Greece-Turkey talks are more likely than not to fail, analysts say, as the two sides prepare for recommencing negotiations on January 25, after a a five-year ...
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece attend joint press conference
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece agreed on Saturday that the whole region needs to be included in the European Union (EU) and that the cooperation on joint projects can bring the region long-awaited prosperity and stability.
Greek PM Confident About Tourism in Summer 2021
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has expressed optimism that tourism activity in Greece will be much better in summer 2021.
EU at risk of implosion as Bundesbank's ‘plan to print Deutsche Marks’ exposed
GERMANY's Bundesbank has a plan in the drawer for printing Deutsche Marks again, former Greek Minister Yanis Varoufakis claimed in a largely forgotten speech.
Magnitude 4,4 Earthquake Rocked Greece This Night
… on the Richter scale rocked Greece shortly after midnight, the National … 4 kilometers deep, in mainland Greece near Nafpaktos. No casualties or …
Papandreou: Committing to change in the IFC
… my country’s independence, we Greeks are making 2021 a year … , concerns, and even criticism. Nick Papandreou President, Interfraternity Council [email protected …
Parliament Committee approves extension of territorial waters in Ionian Sea
The Committee on National Defense and Foreign Affairs in Parliament approved the draft bill extending the Greek territorial waters in the Ionian Sea to 12 nautical miles. The approval in principle came from all parties except the Communist Party, which voted “present”. Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias who was present at the meeting, reiterated Greece’s right … The post Parliament Committee approves extension of territorial waters in Ionian Sea appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Lead poisoning risks in a Greek refugee camp: environmental racism as a dangerous new normal?
Once-shocking drownings in the Mediterranean have become dangerously normalized. Will environmental racism become the norm for asylum-seekers in Greece?
Cape Lefkada: Where Lovers Jumped to Death in Ancient Greece
Lefkada, the Greek island in the Ionian sea, is known internationally for its breathtaking landscape and crystalline, turquoise waters. Yet Lefkada‘s mythic past holds many tragic tales, specifically in terms of the iconic Cape Lefkada, topped with the Doukato Lighthouse. The Cape is located at the southern tip of the island, and its extraordinarily dramatic […] The post Cape Lefkada: Where Lovers Jumped to Death in Ancient Greece first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
Greece Bends the Coronavirus Curve After Two-Month Lockdown
Greece seems to be on the right path to successfully tackle the second wave of the coronavirus, according to the most recent data. A comparative analysis of new deaths and cases shows that Greece is doing much better in stemming the spread of Covid-19 than the U.S., U.K., Germany and the EU average. Although, scientists […] The post Greece Bends the Coronavirus Curve After Two-Month Lockdown first appeared on Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece.
Migrant crossings into Greece drop by 76% in 2020
Frontex notes that the number of detections of illegal border crossings along the EU’s external borders fell 13% last year to around 124,000
Andreas Katzourakis Aims To Be Next Star For GREECE, Abel Sanchez at His Side
In a few weeks, the nearly 7,000-mile trip from Athens, GREECE to Big Bear, California begins again for Andreas Katzourakis. It's not pleasant, it's not ...
PPC, RWE pursuing 2-GW renewables JV in GREECE
... and German energy giant RWE AG (ETR:RWE) are gearing to form a 2-GW renewable energy joint venture (JV) in GREECE, Energypress reports.