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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Turkey summons Greek ambassador over Galatasaray's PCR test row
Turkey on Tuesday summoned Greece's ambassador in Ankara to its foreign ministry to convey its "strong protest" to the treatment of the Galatasaray soccer club ahead of a match in Athens a day earlier ...
Hermes of Praxiteles Statue a Timeless Symbol of Hellenism
The statue of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus was discovered on 1877 but its influential presence makes it a timeless piece of Hellenism. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Kikilias, Tsiodras Ask GREEK Church for Support in Effort Against Pandemic
Kikilias, Tsiodras Ask GREEK Church for Support in Effort Against Pandemic. Ευρωκίνηση. (Photo by Eurokinissi/Christos Bonis).
Chef Pano Karatassos Opens Lamb Shack, A New Ghost Kitchen in Atlanta Offering Authentic ...
“Since my lamb pie gained fame after my win on Beat Bobby Flay I've been contemplating how to bring Kyma's modern GREEK dishes to the masses in a ...
Irishman in His 20s Falls to His Death on GREEK Island of Ios
IOS – A young man in his early 20s from Limerick, Ireland, died after a fall while on vacation on the GREEK island of Ios, The Independent reported on ...
Europe struggles to break free of Covid restrictions as delta variant surges
Similarly, GREECE'S Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also gave a televised address Monday in which he announced that Covid shots would be ...
Staikouras Welcomes Adoption of "GREECE 2.0" Plan by ECOFIN Council
BRUSSELS -- "Today is an important day for GREECE and Europe," Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said on Tuesday after an ECOFIN Council ...
GREECE Forms Committee to Boost Diving Tourism Offering
“The tourism ministry is actively reviewing and adopting a new, sustainable and blue model for GREECE'S tourism development… We are now investing ...
Hear Vouna's Blackened-Doom Album Inspired by Greek Goddess of Fate
"Atropos was the Greek fate who cut the threads of life," Bekris tells us of the LP's title and theme. "Without really intending to, the album became a tapestry of the emotions I have encountered ...
Wildfire burning through Greek forest causes evacuations at hotel
A wildfire burning through a forest in Thessaloniki, Greece, has caused guests to be evacuated from a nearby hotel. The blaze broke out in the Seikh Su forest on Tuesday (July 13). Like us on Facebook ...
How a Maryvale kid grew up to scout the 'Greek Freak' and possibly earn an NBA title ring
How did the Bucks first identify and then draft Giannis Antetokounmpo? With the help of a kid from Maryvale who grew up to have an eye for talent.
Turkey rescues 5,693 irregular migrants in 1st half of 2021
The Turkish Coast Guard rescued 5,693 irregular migrants, most of whom were pushed back by Greece, from the Aegean and Mediterranean seas in the first half of 2021.
Greece Heatwave Warning: Temperatures to reach over 40° Celsius
Greece’s National Meteorological Service EMY issued a weather warning on soaring temperatures of to 40 degrees Celsius and a heatwave in the next couple of days. The heatwave is forecast to last until Friday. Hot air masses from the shores of North Africa will cause a temporary temperature rise from Wednesday, July 14, until Friday, … The post Greece Heatwave Warning: Temperatures to reach over 40° Celsius appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Heavy fines for care homes & welfare facilities if hosting unvaccinated people in need
Greece’s Health Minister Vassilis Kikilias warned on Tuesday that all staff in care homes and welfare facilities for people with special needs must be vaccinated by August 16 and threatened the facilities with have fines up to 200,000 euros facilities if found hosting unvaccinated guests. The last part creates a huge social issue, the country’s … The post Heavy fines for care homes & welfare facilities if hosting unvaccinated people in need appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece launches “Covid Free GR” App for checking certificates, tests results
Greece’s Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis presented on Tuesday the digital application “Covid Free GR” for the check of Covid-certificates and tests results to allow access to facilities for dinning and other activities. The app will be used by restaurants and entertainment venues to check if the European certificates of immunization against Covid-19 presented by … The post Greece launches “Covid Free GR” App for checking certificates, tests results appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece society outraged over their ambassador’s visit to occupied Armenian Shushi city of Artsakh
… -Karabakh (Artsakh), Greek City Times reported. “Greek Ambassador to Baku … other’s territorial ambitions against Greece, Armenia and India. Although … social media users. The Greek Foreign Ministry did not … the time of publication,” Greek City Times wrote, in …
Greece and France join Italy in making COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for health workers
… for all. France and Greece both announced new vaccine requirements … ; he added. Meanwhile, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced … not Greece that is in danger, but the unvaccinated Greeks.… moves by France and Greece come as both countries …
Two sisters open West Lothian's first ever Greek takeaway and promise "fresh and healthy" food
Two sisters have opened West Lothian’s first ever Greek takeaway. Owners Monika and Karolina recently moved to Scotland but had been missing home so they decided to open their own business and bring ...
France, Greece Mandate Covid Vaccines For Health Care Workers
As Europe struggles with covid hotspots related to the delta variant, two nations are requiring all health care workers to be vaccinated. France boosted restrictions for non-vaccinated citizens, ...
Kirin Georgi follows in the footsteps of her ancestor and the first GREEK in Australia, Gikas Voulgaris
From a very young age, Kirin Georgi says although she felt very Australian, she always knew deep down there was some GREEK blood running through ...
France's 'last tanker owner' offloads another MR pair to GREEKS
Socatra sells 10-year-old tankers to Leon Shipping, which is just one of several GREEK owners to be expanding in mid-sized tankers lately.
How many breweries per country in Europe? How many does Greece have? (infographic)
Switzerland has the most breweries per million inhabitants in Europe
Coronavirus live: Germany will not mandate jabs, like France, says Merkel; Russia sets new record daily death toll
German chancellor says Germany wants to promote jabs, not mandate them; 780 deaths is Russia’s highest daily death toll since pandemic began * Rush for vaccines in France after Macron tightens Covid rules * US officials call for more data on boosters as Pfizer pushes for third shot * WHO says greed is driving vaccine disparities * India Covid rollout hit by supply snags and hesitancy * UK coronavirus updates – live 1.47pm BST GREECE WILL REQUIRE CUSTOMERS AT INDOOR RESTAURANTS, BARS AND CAFES TO PROVE THEY HAVE BEEN VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19 OR HAVE TESTED NEGATIVE WITHIN THE LAST THREE DAYS, THE GOVERNMENT HAS ANNOUNCED. Under the new regulations, which will remain in force until next month, all customers at indoor bars and restaurants will have to be seated. Those dining outdoors will not require proof of vaccination or a test. 1.37pm BST Pfizer, the pharmaceutical company that created one of the first Covid-19 vaccines to be approved, has been making a hard sell for emergency approval of boosters – additional doses given to those already vaccinated, especially immunocompromised adults. But in private meetings with Pfizer yesterday, senior US officials said they needed more data – prompting the latest debate over how to curb a pandemic which has claimed more than 620,000 lives in the country. Last week, the US health department also rebuked Pfizer for pressing for a booster shot, and Anthony Fauci, Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser, has said there isn’t enough evidence to support needing a third shot. Related: US officials call for more data on vaccine boosters as Pfizer pushes for third shot Continue reading...
How new Covid-19 restrictions in Spain and GREECE affect tourists
Rising coronavirus cases in both countries have led to stricter safety guidelines and new curfews. New restrictions have been introduced in GREECE.
Greece, Turkey in Diplomatic Spat Over Galatasaray Covid Tests
Turkey's Galatasaray pulled out of a match in Greece accusing officials of discrimination for refusing to accept the players’ Covid tests. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Pope Francis Plans to Visit Greece in November
Pope Francis, who is recovering from intestinal surgery that he underwent this month, has accepted an invitation to visit Greece in November. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
GREEK Festival Fun Returns with Express Edition *Photo Gallery*
Though the GREEK Festival had a different feel this year, it was welcomed back to the Assumption GREEK Orthodox Church in Price on July 9 and 10 ...
GREEK-American Stories: Diets Strike Again
GREEK-American Stories: Diets Strike Again. Αssociated Press. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias). 7/13/2021. Συντάκτης: Phyllis 'Kiki' Sembos.
Spain and Greece tighten restrictions before British travellers arrive this summer
Holiday destinations Spain and Greece have moved to tighten Covid restrictions after experiencing an increase in Delta variant infections.
Greek restaurants to require proof of jab
Customers at indoor restaurants, bars and cafes in Greece will have to prove they've had a vaccine against COVID or tested negative within the last three days.
Travel news – live: Green list set to be reshuffled as Spain and Greece tighten restrictions for unvaccinated
Green list set to be reshuffled as Spain and Greece tighten restrictions for unvaccinated - The next green list update is due on 15 July ...
Greece to require vaccination or negative test at indoor restaurants
Greece will require customers at indoor restaurants, bars and cafes to prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have tested negative within the last three days, the government announced on ...
Armenians of Greece protest envoy’s visit to occupied Karabakh
PanARMENIAN.Net - Following the visit of Ambassador Nikolaos Piperigos to the territories of Nagorno-Karabakh that are under Azerbaijani occupation, the Armenian community in Greece has made a strong ...
Greek restaurant on Cardiff's Wellfield Road given go-ahead despite huge opposition from residents
A Greek restaurant on Cardiff's popular Wellfield Road has been given the go-ahead despite huge opposition from residents. Load Error Cardiff council has approved plans for the change of use to turn a ...
US Charges GREEK Man for Selling Insider Trading Tips on the Dark Web
The US authorities have charged last week GREEK national Apostolos Trovias they claim sold insider trading tips on the dark web. The Department of ...
Tripartite exercise between GREEK, Cypriot and Serbian Special in Niš
The GREEK mission consisted of ten officers of the Special Warfare administration. The purpose of the joint training was to increase the level of ...
GREEK-American Songstress Angelina Alexon Takes over Times Square with Massive Billboard
NEW YORK – Multi-talented – a singer and a songwriter – and a social media sensation, GREEK-American Angelina Alexon recently celebrated the ...
Spain, Greece and France holidays at risk as countries enforce new curfews & restaurant bans due to rise in Covid cases
HOLIDAY hotspots across Europe are being forced to reintroduce Covid restrictions due to a rise in cases – putting a long-awaited trip abroad at risk. Eager Brits will be heading abroad ...
Cero Generation partners with Wattcrop for Greek solar
Macquarie’s Green Investment Group portfolio company Cero Generation and renewables developer Wattcrop have signed on a joint venture to develop a 750MW portfolio of solar projects in Greece Register ...
Thales and Hellas Sat test satellite 5G in GREECE
Hellas Sat aims to provide 5G network to remote areas in GREECE and Cyprus. The Hellas Sat 3 / Inmarsat S EAN satellite was built by Thales Alenia ...
Will GREECE be on the green list? What to expert for the amber list destination at the next travel update
GREECE has seen its infections rise rapidly over the last two weeks, making any move to the green list this week unlikely. A tourist couple sit on a bench ...
Turkish FM calls Greek counterpart over ‘poor’ treatment of Galatasaray
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu on July 12 had a telephone conversation with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias, over the treatment members of the Istanbul football giant Galatasaray were subject to by Greek authorities in Athens.
Row over PCR tests sends Galatasaray back home, cancel match in Athens
A dispute over coronavirus procedures led to cancellation of a friendly football game between Turkish Galatasaray and Greek Olympiakos and turned political on Monday. Galatasaray claims “discrimination, rude and unfair treatment by Greek officials at the airport, Greek authorities claim procedures against the Covid-19 by the book. The dispute started when players of Galatasaray arrived … The post Row over PCR tests sends Galatasaray back home, cancel match in Athens appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Athens mayor to revamp Syntagma Square, Panepistimiou Avenue again
Athens mayor Kostas Bakoyannis said that a project to revamp the lower, commercial end of Syntagma Square in downtown Athens is expected to start within August and will be followed shortly by “permanent” interventions on adjacent Panepistimiou Street. “When we talk about permanent work, we mean – to put it very, very simply – big … The post Athens mayor to revamp Syntagma Square, Panepistimiou Avenue again appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece’s Hospital Workers Union opposes mandatory vaccination
The union of workers at Greece’s public hospitals expressed its opposition to the mandatory vaccination announced by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday. According a statement issued by union umbrella POEDIN on Tuesday morning, medical staff is the social group that has the largest percentage of vaccination, reaching 90% (vaccinated, natural immunity, waiting for vaccination, … The post Greece’s Hospital Workers Union opposes mandatory vaccination appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
EODY warns of record number in Covid-19 infections on Tuesday
President of the National Health Care Organization (EODY) Panagiotis Arkoumaneas warned of a record number of new Covid-19 infections on Tuesday. Speaking to state broadcaster ERT, Arkoumaneas said that EODY is expected to report around 3,000 new cases in the Health Ministry’s daily Coronavirus bulletin. He recalled that daily infections were 1,797 on Tuesday last … The post EODY warns of record number in Covid-19 infections on Tuesday appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Spain and Greece introduce massive rule changes after coronavirus cases rise
Spain and Greece have been forced to introduce … in just two weeks. In Greece, unvaccinated people will be banned … apply nationwide including on the Greek islands. "After a year … ;s not Greece that's a danger, but unvaccinated Greeks.…
Holiday hotspots like Spain and Greece may miss green list upgrade amid Covid spike
Concerns that existing quarantine-free destinations including the Balearic Islands, Israel and Malta could be relegated to amber ...
TUI cancels more holidays until August including to Spain, Greece and Italy
TUI has cancelled more holidays until August, despite the new travel rules being enforced next week. The government confirmed last week that Brits who are fully vaccinated will be able to return ...