Greece announced on Thursday it is offering permanent residency in the country to a group of 35 Afghans, including human rights workers and their families, following a short stay in neighboring North Macedonia. North Macedonia’s government said the 35 had been transported Thursday to Greece, the latest European Union country to take in Afghan refugees […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Welcome, 77 artists, 40 different points of Attica welcomes you by singing Erotokritos an epic romance written at 1713 by Vitsentzos Kornaros
Thursday, October 21, 2021
The Life and Work of Greek Surrealist Nikos Engonopoulos
Greek surrealist painter and poet Nikos Engonopoulos is one of the most well-known modern Greek painters internationally. He was an important figure in the Generation of the 1930s, a prominent group of artists and thinkers in Greece. This group was fascinated with Greek identity and forming a Greek modernist movement in the wake of Modernism’s […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Multicultural Greek life at UGA empowers students of color
Multicultural Greek life plays an important role in bringing diverse perspectives, conversations and ideas to a campus that’s heavily white.
Greece Police searching for motorcyclist, witnesses to deadly crash on Sept. 11
The Greece Police Department is asking for help with its investigation into a deadly motorcycle crash that happened on Sept. 11.
RHONJ star Teresa Giudice is ENGAGED to Luis ‘Louie’ Ruelas after his romantic proposal on Greece getaway
TERESA Giudice is engaged to her boyfriend Luis “Louie” Ruelas, The Sun can confirm. The Real Housewives of New Jersey star’s fans suspected her boyfriend of one year would pop ...
RHONJ’s Teresa Giudice shows off massive ring as fans think she’ll get ENGAGED to boyfriend Louie Ruelas in Greece
TERESA Giudice flaunted a massive sparkly ring while on her Grecian getaway amid speculation that she’ll be getting ENGAGED to her boyfriend Louie on the trip. The Real Housewives of New ...
NKUA partners with Yale to advance environmental science and public health
Officials at Yale and the National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) in Greece have embarked on a partnership agreement to pursue the development of a center for excellence for environmental sciences and public health. The collaboration will engage research groups in both universities to work collaboratively to address the effects on humans and the ecosystem […] The post NKUA partners with Yale to advance environmental science and public health appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Navarino Challenge: Promoting Greek classic sports
Navarino Challenge was organized for the 9th year at Costa Navarino and Pylos, Messinia, on October 15-17, 2021, with the participation of people of all ages and abilities. It had more than 1,300 participations in the context of a full program with numerous sports activities. Hosted at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino – and with […] The post Navarino Challenge: Promoting Greek classic sports appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek public debt at 206.3% of GDP in 2020
The general government debt totaled 341.086 billion euros, or 206.3% of GDP, at the end of 2020, while the general government deficit was 16.674 billion euros or 10.1% of GDP in the same period, Hellenic Statistical Authority said in a report sent to Eurostat on Thursday in the framework of the excessive deficit procedures. The […] The post Greek public debt at 206.3% of GDP in 2020 appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greece on its Way to Becoming Fastest Aging Country in the EU
The population decline in Greece, which has been steady since 2011, will lead the country to having the oldest people in the EU by 2030. That is the conclusion of a report by Eurostat, the EU statistics agency, about the declining population in the Union. If the report’s predictions come true, Greece will take the […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Erdogan Wants to Set Up an Islamic “Wall Street” in Turkey
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday that he wants to turn Istanbul into a financial hub for the Islamic world — at a time when the country’s economy is in serious trouble. “We are seeking to become one of the important centers in the world with the Istanbul Financial Center. We want this […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece Braces for a Fourth Coronavirus Wave
Greece is bracing for a fourth wave of the coronavirus, as the epidemiological weight of the country has increased by 28% in the past two weeks, and the positivity rate has increased to 1.35% in the past week. “The epidemiological weight has increased significantly,” warned Vana Papaevangelou, Professor of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, on Thursday. Mina […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Anarchists attack Greek government data center with petrol bombs; "next time we will not attack windows and walls"
An anarchist group fire-bombed the outside of a Greek government data center in a protest against surveillance and the arrest of 14 individuals. Indymedia Athens claimed responsibility for the October ...
UK suspends new member activity for all Greek life chapters in wake of student death
The announcement comes after 18-year-old Thomas "Lofton" Hazelwood was found unresponsive at a fraternity house Oct. 18. He later died at the hospital.
Protesters Gather Outside Missouri Fraternity After University Suspends Greek Activities
"Hazing has gone on for too long, and it shouldn't take someone almost dying for the university to do something about it," student Olivia Sommer said.
Greek and US Navies hold 14th round of talks at Naples meeting
The 14th round of talks between the Greek Navy and the US Navy took place in Naples from October 12 to 14. These talks were very constructive and contributed to the further strengthening of the ...
Greece to shelter Afghan human rights workers, families
Greece has agreed to shelter a group of 35 Afghan human rights workers and their families following a short stay in neighboring North Macedonia
PM Mitsotakis in Brussels; migration, energy crisis and Turkey’s provocations on the agenda
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is going to Brussels on Thursday to participate in the European People’s Party (EPP) meeting and the proceedings of the European Council. The issues of migration, energy crisis and Turkey’s provocations in the Eastern Mediterranean are high on the agenda. The prime minister will outline the Greek positions to the heads […] The post PM Mitsotakis in Brussels; migration, energy crisis and Turkey’s provocations on the agenda appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
GREECE: 7 out of 10 entrepreneurs are affected by rising energy costs
A significant increase in costs of production is expected to lead to a surge in energy costs for the vast majority of businesses, according to a survey conducted by the Athens Chamber of Crafts in September. In particular, 68% of Small and Medium Businesses estimate that international increase in energy cost will greatly affect production […] The post GREECE: 7 out of 10 entrepreneurs are affected by rising energy costs appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Santander Consumer Finance will operate in Greece
The launch of Santander Consumer Finance in Greece was discussed by the Minister of Development and Investment Adonis Georgiadis with executives of the group. According to the minister in a post on social media, “we met with Senior Executive Vice President José Luis de Mora Gil-Gallardo and Senior Advisor Magda Salarich of Santander. At the […] The post Santander Consumer Finance will operate in Greece appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greece, Oman sign two agreements during FM Dendias’ visit to Muscat
Greece and Oman share the commitment to a peaceful resolution of disputes through dialogue on the basis of International Law, noted Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias at his meeting with Foreign Minister of Oman Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Î’usaidi, held at Muscat on Wednesday. Addressing his Omani counterpart, Dendias also underlined the […] The post Greece, Oman sign two agreements during FM Dendias’ visit to Muscat appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Greek tennis star Maria Sakkari earns place at WTA Finals after reaching Kremlin Cup quarters
Maria Sakkari has continued to make history by becoming the first Greek woman to earn a place at the WTA Finals ...
Alexander the Great Tomb: All the Claims in One of History’s Greatest Mysteries
For over 2,300 years, researchers and historians are trying to find the Alexander the Great Tomb, something that remains one of the world's greatest mysteries Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
The Fascinating Story of the First Greeks Sailing to Australia
Aptly titled “Hawks in a Cage,” a new book released last week describes the fascinating story of the first seven Greeks who sailed to Australia. The book, by Konstandina Moshou, is a fictional adventure taking place on a British ship in May of 1829. The British ship “Norfolk” carried a total of 192 other criminals, […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Egypt's Makram welcomes Greece
… the latest Trilateral Summit of Greece, Egypt and Cyprus in Athens … the fruitful cooperation with the Greek and Cypriot side in the … strengthening relations between the Cypriot, Greek and Egyptian communities around the …
Devastated colleagues hail 'wonderful' council worker who drowned saving grandkids in Crete
… swept out to see in Crete. Heroic Jonathan Smith, from Carluke … in the water on the Greek holiday isle. The 61-year … who died in Crete and are in contact with the Greek authorities.”
Greek doctors in Athens stage 24-hour strike to protest staff shortages
… protesters rallied in the Greek capital on Thursday to protest … . The demonstration moved past Greece's parliament towards the … and penalties to encourage Greeks to get COVID-19 vaccines … elderly. Just over 60% of Greece’s population are fully vaccinated …
Greek FinMin Staikouras calls for expansion of credit to enterprises
It is the responsibility of the state and of banks to work to widen the base of possible borrowers, Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said on Wednesday. Speaking in Parliament during a discussion ...
Greek Scientist Elected to US National Academy of Medicine
Greek scientist Elisa Konofagou, a professor at Columbia University, was elected to the National Academy of Medicine on Wednesday.
Greece: Striking hospital staff hold protest in Athens
ATHENS, GREECE (AP) — Hundreds of Greek state hospital workers marched Thursday through central Athens as part of a 24-hour strike to protest ...
Musician, George Doukas, resists the temptation to follow music trends
When we sit down with George Doukas for an interview following his amazing live music performance on The GREEK Herald's Facebook page, ...
His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios Honored at HCHC
The celebration took place at the Maliotis Cultural Center at Hellenic College Holy Cross GREEK Orthodox School of Theology. His Eminence served as ...
Hard Numbers: Nazi camp secretary on trial, Putin passes on COP26, Afghan refugee crisis, Greek shipping vs EU
... GREEK shipping industry can't possibly hit in time. GREEK-owned vessels account for 58 percent of the EU's entire maritime shipping fleet.
Scientists Successfully Transplant Pig Kidney into Human
Scientists at NYU Langone in New York City have successfully transplanted a pig’s kidney into a human body for the first time, according to reports on Wednesday. Patients in need of organ transplants have long suffered over the excruciating waitlists for receiving the body parts they so desperately need to survive. Scientists have turned to […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Captain Victor Lindelof Helped Sweden To A 2-0 World Cup Qualifying Win Over Greece
Sweden retaliated against GREECE for its missed opportunities, winning 2-0 at the Friends Arena in Stockholm, leaving the Greeks with only a slim ...
Greek shipping bonds hit stride with second successful issue
GREEK institutional and retail investors have again lapped up Athens shipping bonds. Photo: Gosspil89 / Wikimedia Commons ...
Pictured: British grandfather, 61, who drowned saving two grandsons in sea on Crete holiday
Jonathan Smith, 61, leapt into the water when the boys, seven and ten, got into difficulty in the strong currents in the craggy bay of Gouves, on the north of the Greek island.
Hero Scots grandad drowns in Greece trying to save grandkids swept out to sea
Hero Scots grandad drowns in GREECE trying to save grandkids swept out to sea. Jonathan Smith, 61, waded into the water to save the boys when they ...
Moderate magnitude 4.4 quake hits 31 km southeast of Heraklion, Greece in the morning
An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 occurred in the morning on Thursday, October 21st, 2021, at 11:12 am local time near Heraklion, Crete, GREECE, ...
2021 Greek Ship Finance Forum
2021 GREEK Ship Finance Forum. in 20/10/2021. Grand Hyatt Athens, Syngrou Avenue Leof. Andrea Siggrou 115 - Athens
October 21, 1912
The city was liberated after the Battle of Nicopolis, by the GREEK forces under Colonel Panagiotis Spiliadis. A garrison of the 8th Infantry Division ...
Registration on Electoral Lists of Greeks Residing Abroad Begins
GREEKS who reside abroad but have lived in Greece for two years in the last 35 years can register to vote in national elections via an online ...
Elon Musk Set to Become the World’s First Trillionaire
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is set to become the world’s first trillionaire, a Morgan Stanley analyst wrote on Tuesday. While Musk has shot to the top spot in the world in private wealth largely due to his electric vehicle company Tesla, Morgan Stanley’s analyst believes that the future of his aerospace company SpaceX […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Biden Rolls Out Vaccine Plan for 5-11 Year Old Children
The Biden Administration announced its plans for its vaccine plan for children on Wednesday, pending the final emergency authorization by the Food and Drug Administration. The administration now has enough vaccine doses to inoculate the 28 million children from 5 to 11 in the US who would become eligible for vaccination when it is authorized […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Trump Launches New Media Company and “TRUTH Social” App
Former US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday he’s launching a new media company with its own social media platform, after he was banned from Twitter and suspended from Facebook after his supporters stormed the US Capitol. Trump Media & Technology Group and its “TRUTH Social” app is to create a rival to the big […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Top Armenian, Greek legislators talk cooperation, Karabakh
PanARMENIAN.Net - President of the Armenian National Assembly Alen Simonyan met with his Greek counterpart Konstantinos Tasoulas on the eve of the conference of the heads of parliaments of the Council ...
Pandemic nightmare returns in Greece – EURACTIV.com
He cited a new study suggesting that thanks to vaccination, GREECE has avoided 8,400 deaths and 5,560 ICU admissions and 5,530 intubations.
Oman, Greece sign visa waiver agreement
… between the Sultanate and Greece. The agreement was signed … Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece, reported Oman News Agency … political consultations between Oman and Greece. The agreement signing ceremony … of the Republic of Greece to the Sultanate of …
Heathrow Airport: Is Greece on the red list? All the latest travel restrictions and Foreign Office advice
… flights to Athens, Mykonos and Corfu each day. However, coronavirus … number of things travellers to Greece should be aware of … advice and information here. Is Greece on the red list? … in indoor public spaces throughout Greece. Proof of vaccination is required …
Greece to auction off railroad projects worth 3.3 bln euros ‘in near future’
It would be “the largest package of railroad works to ever happen in GREECE,” the minister told the Athens ESG & Climate Crisis Summit organized by ...