Greece Outside In: 05/12/21

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

#MeToo: Well-known comedian charged with rape and attempted rape

Prosecutor authorities pressed three felony charges against well-known Greek comedian Petros Filippidis on Wednesday. The 57-year-old actor is being accused with one rape and two to attempted cases of rapes. Filippidis denies the charges. The accusations came by three actresses. Investigation against the actor began with the assistance of the Association of Greek Actors, which … The post #MeToo: Well-known comedian charged with rape and attempted rape appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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Strasbourg calls on Greece to stop pushbacks

… letter to Greek ministers that she is calling on Greece … addressed her letter to Greek Citizen Protection Minister Michalis … Minister Notis Mitarachi and Greek Shipping and Island Policy … commissioner also calls on Greek authorities not to delay …

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Kanter tweets in GREEK against Erdoğan: “The dictator does not understand free speech”

In fact, he sent his own message via Twitter, even writing in GREEK that the Turkish president does not understand the meaning of freedom of speech.

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John Kerry praises Greece's efforts against climate change

U.S. President Joe Biden's special envoy for climate John Kerry on Wednesday welcomed the GREEK government's climate initiatives, while speaking ...

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David Vs. Goliath: Greek App Developer Takes on Apple

Greek app developer Kosta Eleftheriou filed a lawsuit recently against tech giant Apple for using its monopoly power over iOS apps Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.

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The Battle of Valtetsi Determined Course of 1821 Greek Revolution

The Battle of Valtetsi was the first major victory of the 1821 Greek Revolution and determined the course of the War of Independence Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.

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Greece’s Super Influencer Group Conspires to Change the World

Dozens of young influencers in Greece, who are connected by the common vision for offering to society, have joined forces to create PSDM. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.

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Greece Unveils Labor Bill with Emphasis on Working Hours Flexibility

Greece unveiled a new labor bill which the government says it aims to increase competitiveness through more flexible working hours. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.

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Wizz Air announces new flights from Cluj-Napoca to GREECE and Italy

Low-cost airline Wizz Air announced the launch of two new routes from the Romanian city of Cluj-Napoca to GREECE and Italy. The company said it ...

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Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry Remarks at Delphi Economic Forum

It's great to be joining virtually, though, especially as GREECE commemorates the bicentennial of the Greek Revolution, which, as we know, is a special ...

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GREECE Will Speed Easing of COVID-19 Restrictions, Open More

ATHENS – With a general opening May 15 to tourists who can show proof of vaccinations or negative COVID-19 tests, GREECE'S New Democracy ...

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In pics: archaeological site of island Delos in GREECE

Photo taken on May 9, 2021 shows the Terrace of the Lions at night on the island of Delos, GREECE. Delos, once a booming trading center in the ...

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FIFA to compensate up to 70 Russian football players for their clubs’ wage arrears

Russian footballers are third among international football players, whose applications with FIFA were satisfied, following Greece in 1st place with $1.36 million to be paid for wage arrears and Turkey in 3rd place with the provided financial compensation of $692,000

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Greece's Lamda eyes autumn start for airport site redevelopment

Lamda Development is hopeful that it can start one of Greece's biggest urban redevelopment plans in the autumn if it secures the property from the state next month, the group's top executive said on ...

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EU states cooperating informally to deny refugees asylum rights – report

Beatings, thefts and dog attacks are just some of the border police practices migrants say they face when pushed back from Europe’s frontiers Informal cooperation between states has prevented thousands of women, men and children from seeking protection in Europe this year, according to a report released by nine human rights organisations. The Protecting Rights at Borders (Prab) initiative has recorded 2,162 cases of “pushbacks” at different borders in Italy, Greece, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Hungary carried out on the basis of bilateral agreements between countries, which resulted in them circumventing their responsibilities and pushing unwanted groups back outside the EU. Continue reading...

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Husband of British woman strangled in Greece ‘begged’ intruders not to harm them

Caroline Crouch (20) was killed by burglars who broke into the family home near Athens.

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Can I go to Greece? The rules for travelling from the UK this summer

For the latest on international travel news from Wales and Northern Ireland it is best to check the government sites as the rules have not been confirmed at time of publication. So what impact will ...

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DNA under Brit mum’s nails could catch killer burglars after she fought back as they strangled her with her T-shirt

BURGLARS who tortured a Brit mum to death in Greece could be caught by DNA under her fingernails as she fought for her life. Samples from Caroline Crouch’s fingernails show evidence of her frantic struggle as she was being strangled with her t-shirt and are now being examined by investigators. Tragic Caroline, 20, was strangled […]

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Greek tourism minister hopeful of joining Britain's 'green list'

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said on Wednesday he was hopeful Britain would include Greece on its "green list" of quarantine-free holiday destinations when the list is reviewed at the end of ...

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EU Court of Justice Accuses Greece of Failing to Recover ‘Unlawful’ Aid Paid to Farmers

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Court of Justice of the European Union has accused the Greek authorities of failing to recover "unlawful" state aid paid to farmers twelve years ago.

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Goldman Sachs expects 7% growth of the Greek economy by 2026

Goldman Sachs estimates that the Greek economy is expected to gain momentum, with a boost from the resources of the Recovery Fund, after the submission of the “Greece 2.0” plan.

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Fitch expects upgrade of GREEK banks' credit rating following faster de-risking drives

“We also revised the outlook for the GREEK banking sector's 'b' operating environment score to positive as the asset quality clean-up should give banks ...

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GREEK Labour Min Unveils Draft Bill on Working Hours Flexibility

GREEK Labour Min Unveils Draft Bill on Working Hours Flexibility. Ευρωκίνηση. Labour and Social Affairs Minister Kostis Hatzidakis. (Photo by ...

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Tooth isotope analysis proves ancient GREEK historians wrong

Strontium and oxygen isotope analysis have shown that it wasn't GREEK soldiers that helped a city in ancient Greece defeat its enemies in 480 BC but ...

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Thieves torture & murder British mother in her Greek home & put a GUN to her baby's temple

A BRITISH woman was murdered yesterday in front of her husband and their 11-month-old daughter after an armed gang broke into their Greek home.

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All Museums in GREECE Ready to Open on May 14

All museums in GREECE will reopen their doors to the public on Friday, May 14, according to Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni. The minister's ...

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Heathrow and Gatwick airport: Spain and GREECE optimistic they can welcome British tourists this ...

Echoing the Spanish minister, he added: "Many of our islands are on the same level as Portugal - so it doesn't make sense that the whole of GREECE is in ...

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GREECE reopening sports facilities as COVID-19 cases begin to fall

GREECE has announced a phased reopening of sports facilities across the country for athletes who are due to compete in international competitions ...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros Proclaims May 16 as AHEPA Sunday

WASHINGTON, DC — His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has proclaimed May 16, 2021, as “AHEPA Sunday” in the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Encyclical, issued by Archbishop Elpidophoros, states, in part: “Next year, in 2022, both the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and AHEPA will observe the centennial of their foundings. The fact that we share this anniversary reveals how […] The post Archbishop Elpidophoros Proclaims May 16 as AHEPA Sunday appeared first on Hellenic News of America.

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Property owners at risk to be expelled from short-term rental platforms Airbnb & Co

Legislative changes to be implemented from June 1 threaten to expel property owners in Greece from short term rental platforms like Airbnb etc if they do not comply with the provisions. Property owners who do not declare their properties in the Register of Short-Term Lease of Real Estate of AADE and will not obtain a … The post Property owners at risk to be expelled from short-term rental platforms Airbnb & Co appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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EU Commission sees Greece’s growth rates at 4.1% in 2021 and 6% in 2022

The European Commission revised its forecasts for Greek economic growth upwards on Wednesday, projecting growth rates of 4.1% in 2021 and 6% in 2022. In its report on spring economic forecasts, the EU’s executive body said that the coronavirus pandemic and all related restrictive measures led the Greek economy to a deep recession in 2020 … The post EU Commission sees Greece’s growth rates at 4.1% in 2021 and 6% in 2022 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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Greek Foreign Ministry: Escalation of violence in Jerusalem and Gaza must stop

The escalation of violence in Jerusalem and Gaza must stop, the Greek foreign ministry said in a statement on Wednesday. It stressed that Greece was deeply concerned about the recent rocket attacks on civilians in Israel, which were reprehensible, and called for an immediate end to them. “At the same time, recognising Israel’s right to … The post Greek Foreign Ministry: Escalation of violence in Jerusalem and Gaza must stop appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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EU’s Balkan strategy losing local support, internal paper warns

The European Union must recognize that Balkan countries seeking membership are losing faith in Brussels’ long accession strategy, worsened by its initial failure to provide Covid-19 vaccines, according to an internal EU document seen by Reuters. Europe and the United States say that Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia will one day become … The post EU’s Balkan strategy losing local support, internal paper warns appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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Council of Europe fears virus measures hurting democracy

Europe’s leading human rights body warned Tuesday that threats to democratic rights and personal freedoms have worsened during the pandemic, with some governments using health restrictions as a pretext to advance undemocratic political agendas. In a 148-page report lamenting a state of “democracy in distress,” the Council of Europe said several countries where safeguards for … The post Council of Europe fears virus measures hurting democracy appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

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New monument in Crotone, Southern Italy dedicated to the city's Ancient GREEK roots

The city was founded in 710 BC as Kroton (Κρότων), a colony of GREEKS from Achaean. The monument, placed on the demand of locals, activists and ...

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Norwegians choose Greece and Croatia as hottest vacation destinations for 2021

… travel wishlists. Top destinations are Greece and Croatia As many as … they wished to travel to Greece for this year’s holiday … , per Apollo, are: Crete, Greece Rhodes, Greece Parga, Greece Croatia Zakynthos, Greece Support for local …

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Scots holiday blow as Spain, Greece and France not included on 'green list'

Popular tourists destinations including Spain, Greece and France have been missed … self-isolation is essential. Spain, Greece, Italy and France are among …

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Greece burglary murder: Husband 'begged' thieves not to hurt his family

… during a horrifying burglary in Greece has told of the … she started screaming, according to Greek newspaper Dawn. 'I … anymore.' Speaking to Greek TV outside the family home … University of Piraeus, according to Greek media, though it is unclear …

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Local Restaurateurs Open Alexander Greek Taverna, bringing authentic Greek Cuisine to North Miami.

… Greek chic vibe bringing all the right elements of Miami and Greece … Greek Taverna was designed to instantly transport our guests to Greece and … provide the freshest, most delicious Greek specialties this …

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Husband of British woman murdered in Greek burglary says he 'begged the thieves to stop the torture' before they put a GUN to his baby daughter's temple and strangled his wife ...

Charalambos Anagnostopoulos, 33, the husband of murdered Briton Caroline Crouch, 20, told Greek TV that he 'begged' burglars not to hurt his family in 'nightmare' ordeal.

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021