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Friday, December 17, 2021

Turkish Cypriot says Greek side's Navtex is move to escalate tension

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) on Friday denounced a navigational telex, or Navtex, published by the Greek side to operate in the disputed area of the Eastern Mediterranean. A Navtex ...


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Greece’s Covid-19 ‘Freedom Pass’ Program Gets Extension

Greece’s Freedom Pass program that offers 18- to 25-year-olds who get vaccinated against Covid-19 a pre-paid card worth 150 euros, has been extended until June 30.


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Greece Announces New Rules for Travelers

Effective December 19, all arrivals from the U.S. must provide proof of a negative COVID test result, whether they are vaccinated or not.


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The European Investment Fund backs Genesis Ventures, the first Greek Business Angel’s co-investment fund

… guidance to nurture future Greek tech success”. Alain Godard … and support many other Greek diaspora entrepreneurs who share … business angel community in Greece. The Hellenic Republic pioneered … clearly identifiable gap in the Greek market. Press contacts: EIF …


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National Bank of Greece signs a definitive agreement to form a Joint Venture partnership with EVO Payments, Inc. for its Merchant Acquiring Business

National Bank of Greece (“NBG”) announces that it has entered into a long-term strategic partnership. with EVO Payments, Inc (“EVO”) to provide merchant acquiring and payment processing services. Significant value creation is expected from the synergies the Joint Venture partnership will create from combining NBG’s wide client base with EVO’s technological expertise in the payments […] The post National Bank of Greece signs a definitive agreement to form a Joint Venture partnership with EVO Payments, Inc. for its Merchant Acquiring Business appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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These Recipes Exploded in Popularity in 2021

One-Skillet GREEK Chicken and Orzo with Tomatoes, Feta, and Tzatziki ... Herby chicken! Tangy tomatoes! Creamy orzo! What else could you ask for? This ...


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Community news from around the area

STEUBENVILLE — Holy Trinity GREEK Orthodox Church will be holding its 11th-annual Christmas Day Memorial Dinner on Dec. 25 at Hellenic Hall, located ...


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Olivia Rodrigo at the GREEK Theatre on May 24th & 25th

... Tour on April 2022 and includes two dates in Los Angeles, California. See Olivia Rodrigo perform live alongside Holly Humberstone at the GREEK.


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Portugal, Italy and Greece tighten travel restrictions for UK visitors

Tory MPs say EU countries being spooked by omicron 'rhetoric' from the UK Government and criticise 'unacceptable' harm to aviation industry ...


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Elefteria Hatzinikolaou Obituary (2021)

Nicholas GREEK Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. She had a truly abundant life, and her memory will be eternal. Survivors: Elefteria will be deeply ...


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In a Landmark Restitution, the U.S. Returns 200 Looted Antiquities From Top Museums and ...

The Museum of GREEK, Etruscan, and Roman Art at Fordham University surrendered about a hundred looted antiquities to the Manhattan D.A., including ...


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Romy, Meta, omicron – it's a classics comeback

The recent explosion of ancient Latin and GREEK names suggests classical languages are far from dead.


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GREECE one of countries where US Navy Raytheon missile to be built

Raytheon aerospace and defence industry leaders has just received a $269 million contract modification from US Naval Sea Systems Command to ...


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A stylish proposal + engagement shoot in Greece

Photographer Thanos Asfis and Mosaïque Event Design are whisking us away to Greece for a proposal and engagement adventure with stylish couple Alessandra and Ethan. This nomadic duo hit all of Greece ...


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Super League: GREEK referees and foreigners in the VAR on the 15th game ATHENS 9,84

GREEK referees will whistle in all the matches, however in four of them we will have foreigners in the VAR. Specifically, Mario Melero and Mants ...


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GREEK police rescue Turkish migrants in danger of freezing to death: report

The GREEK police rescued at least 10 Turkish asylum seekers, who crossed the Evros River from Turkey to Greece and were in danger of freezing to ...


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Christian Pilgrims Barred from Israel; Jewish Groups Welcomed

Christian pilgrimage groups are angry over new coronavirus rules barring them from Israel at Christmastime, while Jewish “birthright” groups are still free to enter the country from almost any other country in the world. Israel, which instituted one of the most stringent coronavirus measures in the world in 2020 as the virus raged around the […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Athens Hails Adoption of the U.S.-Greece Defense Act

Greece hailed on Thursday the overwhelming and bipartisan passage of the US-Greece Defense and Interparliamentary Partnership Act by the U.S. Congress earlier in the week. Greece’s Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias stated “I would especially like to express our gratitude to the friends of Greece, to the friends of peace, stability and security, Senators Bob Menendez […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greek Cuisine Rated Second Best in the World

Greek cuisine was rated the second best in the world for 2021 by TasteAtlas, a travel guide focused on international cuisines and traditional dishes. The list, which was compiled based on over 100,000 user ratings, also included the most delicious traditional foods from a variety of international cuisines, and a number of Greek dishes topped […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Western Thrace Turks protest GREECE'S breach of education rights

As GREECE continues to violate the rights of the Turkish minority in Western Thrace, local people have decided to not send their children to ...


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EVO Payments secures majority interest in National Bank of GREECE

EVO Payments secures majority interest in National Bank of GREECE ... Under the terms of the agreements, EVO and NBG will form a merchant acquiring ...


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GREECE, Cyprus register more than 60% drop in online bookings; 272 million EU nights

GREECE and Cyprus were amongst the countries recording steep decline in online short term rental accommodation for 2020 at more than 60%, ...


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Christmas carols from GREECE to Melbourne

This year, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia is bringing some much-needed Christmas cheer direct from GREECE to Melbourne by way of a ...


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Covid-19: GREECE, Romania change entry rules

As of 6am on December 19, everyone entering GREECE will be required to submit a negative result of a PCR test done up to 48 hours before the trip, ...


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Overview of the Situation with COVID-19 in the Balkans

In most Balkan countries, the situation with the spread of the coronavirus remains worrying. In some countries, the incidence is declining, but in others, the prevalence of coronavirus remains high. The new variant of COVID-19 Omicron, which has already been detected in seven countries - Turkey, Romania, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Cyprus - is of great concern. ALBANIA More than


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A New Bradenton Café Offers Coffee and Greek-Inspired Breakfast and Lunch Items

Kefi makes a variety of coffee drinks with Buddy Brew beans and, for food, offers pastries, bagels, avocado toasts and a Greek yogurt parfait. Plans call for the café to add lunch items like salads, ...


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New measures for the entry of travelers into Greece

The Government Gazette has been published, which describes the conditions for entry into Greece, as they will be valid from next Sunday, December 19, after the appearance of the ‘Omicron’ variant. The new measures will be valid until January 10. The new measures now stipulate that a 72-hour PCR (molecular) or a 24-hour rapid test […] The post New measures for the entry of travelers into Greece appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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FinMin says ECB’s decision on Greek bonds a ‘message of confidence’

A decision taken by the European Central Bank on Greece is a strong message of confidence and a signal of acknowledging the progress made by our country, Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said on Friday, commenting on an ECB’s decision on Greek bonds. He added that this decision and the comments made by ECB’s president added […] The post FinMin says ECB’s decision on Greek bonds a ‘message of confidence’ appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Placing hope in the Pope: The unlikely partnership fighting for asylum seekers

Visiting a refugee centre on GREEK island Lesvos, Pope Francis positioned himself as one of the few leaders willing to speak out against hard ...


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New GREEK restaurant in downtown Hamilton is now open

Acropolis GREEK Taverna celebrated the grand opening of its location at 85 John St. S last weekend and so far, the response has been enthusiastic. In ...


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ECDC Advises Against Travel Ahead of Christmas – France, Portugal, GREECE & Germany ...

The countries that are considered highly affected by the virus, at least for now, are France, Portugal, GREECE, Germany, Ireland, Belgium, ...


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Greece fears the European Central Bank

ONE of the "milestones" in the Greek debt crisis will soon mark its 10th anniversary. On Feb. 12, 2012, Greece already obtained a second debt restructuring since the global financial crisis ravaged ...


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RECOMMENDED - Media freedom is under attack in Greece, with a new law against fake news seen as a 'threat to free speech'

Following attacks on journalists, a new law that many feel is a threat to independent reporting and reports that authorities in Greece are spying on journalists, concern about media freedom in Greece ...


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Argo Awards bestowed to outstanding GREEKS abroad

Eight distinguished figures of the GREEK diaspora have been honored for excelling in their field and promoting Greece abroad at the third edition ...


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Lloyd's Register signs GREEK Diversity Charter.

Lloyd's Register Greece has signed the GREEK Diversity Charter, which lays the foundations for the promotion of social inclusion and equal ...


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Northern Ireland Nations League fixtures confirmed with Greece up first at Windsor

Northern Ireland will kick-off their UEFA Nations League campaign at home to Greece on June 2. It will be the first of four games in 11 days for Ian Baraclough's side in a quadruple-header to open the ...


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New Covid-19 Rules: How Travelers Can Enter Greece from December 19

All inbound travelers to Greece, regardless of vaccination status, must present a negative Covid-19 test result taken before entering the country.


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No party could be worth the hangover Boris Johnson is now suffering

Humiliation upon humiliation is being piled on to the prime minister right now. Could a leadership contest be next? Like me, you probably cannot BELIEVE that after hubris comes nemesis. If only there’d been some clue to this in all that Ancient Greek stuff Boris Johnson is forever wanging on about. Anyway. The prime minister woke this morning in a pre-title sequence set in a silent bedroom. We see the detritus of many discarded lateral flow tests. We see something nasty on the bedsheets. (Less of a horse’s head, more of a Kendall Roy special.) We see a couple of rats slink out of his hair and think: Christ, if that’s what’s front-facing, the picture in his attic must now be technically classed as a biological weapon. Suddenly, the eerie silence is punctured. Ambulance sirens rend the air outside, while in the bedroom, multiple phones start ringing. Somewhere in the house, a baby begins screaming, while the frozen expression on the prime minister’s face simply says: “What just happened?!” Marina Hyde is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...


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Greek Masterpieces Loaned by the British Museum Displayed in Australia

Ancient Greek masterpieces loaned by the British Museum are on display starting Friday at the National Museum of Australia. The artifacts form part of an exhibition titled: Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes, which explores the triumphs, conquests and epic tales found throughout Ancient Greek history. The museum says that the exhibition is a celebration […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Greece Innovation Hub: Hellenic Network Hosts Boston Event

The Hellenic Innovation Network hosted an in-person panel discussion at the Consulate General of Greece in Boston on Greece as an innovation hub on Sunday. More than one hundred people came to hear Kostas Fragogiannis, Greek Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs in charge of economic diplomacy; Christos Dimas, Greek Deputy Minister of Development and Investments […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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Town of Greece opts out of marijuana sales

… . — The town of Greece is opting out of recreational … sales in the town. The Greece Town Board voted on the …


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Fraport Greece at the forefront of the fight against wildlife trafficking

… the international transport industry, Fraport Greece will establish protocols to notify … International Transport Industry, Fraport Greece will establish protocols to notify … priorities, Fraport Greece aims to raise awareness to Greek and European stakeholders …


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Greece Aims for Total Tourism Restart in 2022, Says Minister Kikilias

Our aim is in 2022 to move forward with a full tourism restart,” said Greece’s tourism minister, Vassilis Kikilias, while speaking in parliament.


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Greece’s Parnassos, Vora-Kaimaktsalan Ski Centers Ready for Action

Two of Greece’s main ski centers, in Parnassos and Vora – Kaimaktsalan, are now open and operating, the managing Public Properties Company (ETAD) said on Thursday. The country’s largest and most ...


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Cyprus Airways relaunches its Athens-Larnaca flights

Cyprus Airways restarted its thrice-weekly flights from Athens to Larnaca, the airliner said on Thursday. Flights between Greece and Cyprus are scheduled on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Apart from Athens, the air carrier will be flying to Beirut, Heraklion, Moscow and Tel Aviv, per its new winter scheduling. Cyprus Airways Operations Manager, captain Andreas Georgiou, […] The post Cyprus Airways relaunches its Athens-Larnaca flights appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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FM Dendias welcomes American Senate vote on US-GR partnership Act

Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias welcomed, on behalf of the Greek government, the US-Greece Defense and Interparliamentary Partnership Act of 2021 voted by the US Senate on Wednesday. Dendias particularly thanked the initiators of the bill, Senators Bob Menendez (chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla), as well as US […] The post FM Dendias welcomes American Senate vote on US-GR partnership Act appeared first on Hellenic News of America.


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Greek potatoes struggling due to 30 days of continuous rain

The Greek potato season isn’t going all too well. According to Nasos Zafirakis, director of Zafirakis Fruits, the weather made it difficult during the past months: “In Greece, the ...


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Millipede with over 1,000 legs discovered in Aussie mine

SYDNEY, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) -- Australian researchers discovered a new species of millipede with more legs than any other known animal. The new species was named Eumillipes persephone, in reference to the Greek goddess of the underworld, Persephone. It is the first "true" millipede, which has 1,306 legs and it breaks the previous record set by a California millipede species, Illacme plenipes, which has 750 l


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Latest Covid travel rules for France, Spain, Portugal and Greece over Christmas

Latest Covid travel rules for Brits over Christmas including France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Turkey and Italy including any PCR test and vaccination requirements to visit ...


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Pope Francis on 85th birthday remains strong, energetic and robust with his reforms

Pope Francis celebrates his 85th birthday on Friday, a milestone made even more remarkable given the coronavirus pandemic, his summertime intestinal surgery and the weight of history: His predecessor retired at this age and the last pope to have lived any longer was Leo XIII over a century ago.Yet Francis is going strong, recently concluding a whirlwind trip to Cyprus and Greece after his pandemic-defying jaunts this year to Iraq, Slovakia and Hungary. He has set in motion an unprecedented two…


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