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Investment key driver of post-pandemic recovery for Greek economy: central bank
Investment will be a key driver of growth to enable the Greek economy to achieve swift post-pandemic recovery and sustainable development, central Bank of Greece (BoG) Governor Yannis Stournaras said ...
Aframaxes flee Black Sea even as Greek and Chinese tankers look to stay in
Black Sea tankers continue to earn a premium as ships flee the region amid heightened security concerns. The Baltic Exchange said on Wednesday that an aframax on a Black Sea to Mediterranean oyage ...
Sean Penn Walks to Polish Border Alongside Ukrainian Refugees
Sean Penn, who was in Ukraine making a documentary about the Russian invasion, has safely left the country after walking miles to the Polish border alongside Ukrainian refugees. The long journey, made entirely on foot, came at the end of Penn’s time in Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, where he filmed a documentary about life in […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Coronavirus: Greece to End Outdoor Mask Mandate
Starting on Saturday, the use of face masks will no longer be required in outdoor spaces in Greece. Previously, according to coronavirus restrictions, Greeks were required to wear masks outdoors, even in areas without crowds. The outdoor mask mandate ended after Greece’s special committee of epidemiologists and public health experts advised that it was no […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Russian Oligarchs Send Messages Calling for Peace in Ukraine
Russian oligarchs, the impossibly rich men who are often cronies of Russian President Vladimir Putin, are not all falling in line with him during the upheaval that has followed the Russian invasion of Ukraine. With sanctions being levied against them personally in many cases, it appears there are cracks forming in the otherwise airtight world […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
The Body Economic: Eight experiments in economic recovery, from Iceland to Greece
The Body Economic is the first, agenda-shaping, look at the human costs of financial crisis - the culmination of ten years' work by two pioneering researchers - Sanjay Basu and David Stuckler The ...
Former Marylou’s Reopening As Grab-And-Go Greek Café
Greek Caffeina owners Katarina Kumbatiadis and Russell Gonsalves are turning the former Marylou’s Coffee shop on Tupper Road into a second location for their Greek Café, just about 50 feet ...
Greece ends outdoor mask mandate as COVID-19 situation improves
The use of face masks will no longer be mandatory in outdoor spaces in Greece as of March 5 the country health ministry announced o ...
CBS apologises for broadcasting map showing Istanbul as Greek territory
Entornointeligente.com / US television network CBS has sent a letter of apology to Türkiye, saying the channel would review its broadcasting processes in order to prevent such errors in the future.
Greek unions demonstrate against Kavala Oil layoffs
On 26 February, three Greek unions organized a massive demonstration and march to the Greek Parliament in Syntagma Square to protest layoffs at Kavala Oil and other industrial sites.
Greece lifts mask-wearing outdoors as COVID infections recede
Greece will lift its requirement of mask-wearing outdoors from Saturday, its health minister said on Wednesday, as COVID-19 infections are trending lower. The advisory committee of infectious disease ...
Multicultural Greek Council hosts annual showcase
Members of Denison’s Multicultural Greek Council showed off their traditions and talents as part of their annual showcase in Herrick Hall. Three active multicultural Greek organizations on campus ...
Greece Is in Early Talks to Buy More Nuclear Power From Bulgaria
Greece is willing to buy more nuclear-produced power from Bulgaria, if Sofia decides to build a third reactor, as both countries seek to reduce dependence on Russian energy.
Severe Floods in Australia Leave At Least 13 People Dead
Severe floods in eastern Australia, the worst seen in the country in decades, have left at least 13 people dead since they began in late February. Rushing waters, which destroyed homes, businesses, and power lines across the country, forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Nearly 200 miles of the Australian coastline in two […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
60 Million Barrels of Oil to be Released from Strategic Reserves
The US and 30 other countries around the world committed to release 60 million barrels of oil from the strategic reserve on Tuesday in a bid to stabilize global energy markets after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The members of the International Energy Agency (IEA) united their efforts in response to the invasion after instability […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Jan Lipavský visits Greece to discuss security issues
… will hold talks with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Athens …
Six asylum seekers drown after vessel sinks off Greek island
… illegal pushbacks made by Greek border guards. Then Mitarakis had … shoes and clothing by Greek border security. While he did … government has repeatedly accused Greece of pushing back asylum seekers, … rights. Both the Greek and the Turkish government have …
12 countries that have eased Covid travel restrictions including Spain, Italy and Greece
Hotspots such as Italy, Spain and Greece have all announced changes that will make the journey over the little bit more hassle free. It comes just months after the Scottish Government announced an end ...
Greek buyer strikes for Concordia tanker at depressed price level
Restructured Concordia Maritime has offloaded another tanker as it seeks to boost its liquidity and cut costs. The Stockholm-listed company was refinanced last year by its parent Stena and its lenders ...
Dendias: Greece has taken the lead at every opportunity in battles against ideologies of hatred
“Greece has taken the lead at every opportunity in battles against ideologies of hatred,” Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias said on Tuesday at the virtual Handover Ceremony of the Presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) 2021. The full speech follows: “Almost a year ago, Greece took on the responsibility of the annual Presidency of […] The post Dendias: Greece has taken the lead at every opportunity in battles against ideologies of hatred appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
“Developments in Ukraine give rise to need for a meaningful European strategic autonomy”
Russia’s attack on Ukraine gives rise to an urgent need for the global community to assume its responsibilities, Greek National Defense Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos said at an extraordinary meeting of EU defense ministers held online on Monday. This happens, he explained, “because the crisis in Ukraine tests the limits of International Law, the validity of […] The post “Developments in Ukraine give rise to need for a meaningful European strategic autonomy” appeared first on Hellenic News of America.
Pushbacks in Greece: Commission calls for investigations and more border surveillance
The European Commission has proposed that the Council of the EU recommend that Greece "carry out independent investigations into all serious allegations of ill-treatment by the Hellenic Police and ...
Best all-inclusive hotels in Greece
All-inclusive holidays in Greece have come a long way in the last 15 or so years. Gone is the one-size-fits-all approach, with the same menus offered in the on-site restaurants and the same ...
Greece Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Report 2022: Market will Increase from $710.6 Million in 2021 to Reach $1052.4 Million by 2026
The "Greece Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Despite near-term ...
Russia’s Lavrov Says a Third World War Would Be Nuclear
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that if a third World War were to take place, it would involve nuclear weapons and be destructive, the Russian news agency RIA reported, according to Reuters. Lavrov also said that Russia, which launched what it calls a special military operation against Ukraine last week, would face […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greeks Evacuate Ukraine’s Mariupol as Russian Troops Encircle City
A convoy of Greek nationals has left Ukraine’s Mariupol as Russia’s troops encircled the port city on Wednesday. The convoy comprised of 21 cars is scheduled to travel from Mariupol to Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhya region before crossing into Moldova. Consul General Manolis Andoulakis will remain in Mariupol, the heart of the ethnic Greek community dating […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece in Race to Reduce Energy Dependence on Russia
Greece is in a race to reduce energy dependence on Russia following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Tuesday. Speaking in Parliament Mitsotakis said: “We cannot rule out attempts by Russia to blackmail. We all realize this… will disrupt global supplies and probably trigger a further rise in (energy) prices.” As […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greece Invites Ukrainian Refugees to Work in Tourism Sector
After witnessing the brutality of the Russian invasion, Greece decided to show its solidarity with Ukrainian refugees who are streaming out of their country by opening up 50,000 jobs in the tourism sector to Greek expatriates and refugees. Greek Minister of Tourism Vassilis Kikilias, in a press release issued recently announced that there were over […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Akar: Greece exploiting Ukraine crisis to attack Turkey
… Akar has said, while accusing Greece of seeking to exploit the … order to attack Turkey. “Certain [Greek] politicians continue their anti-Turkish … , Akar said Turkey expects a Greek delegation for the fourth round …
Humanitarian corridor for Greek expatriates in Mariupol
… Wednesday for the evacuation of Greek nationals from the Ukrainian port … . At least 10 ethnic Greeks died by Russian air strikes … Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis Tuesday defended Greece’s decision to stand by … entry of Ukrainian refugees to Greece will be eased in …
Russia’s recognition of Donbass gave freedom to Ukraine’s Greeks - Greek party
For the past eight years, ethnic Greeks in Donbass have not only been exposed to attacks, murders, and threats with the aim of driving them out of the lands, where they have lived side by side with Russian people in accord and harmony for thousands of years
They Came to Help Migrants. Now, Europe Has Turned on Them.
As the legal ordeal of two aid workers shows, anti-migrant attitudes in Greece and across Europe have hardened — to the point that the helpers have become political targets.
US television network apologizes for showing Istanbul as Greek territory
Turkiye, Russia-Ukraine Crisis US television network apologizes for showing Istanbul as Greek territory CBS news graphic falsely identified Istanbul, Turkiye’s largest city, as ...
10 secret corners of Greece that are now easier to reach
As the world opens up to tourism once more, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines is opening a wider window on Greece’s blissful blue skies, mirror clear seas and silk sand beaches. For travellers ...
EU Mulls “Legitimate” Ukraine Request for Membership
The European Union will have to seriously look at Ukraine’s request for EU membership and respond to their “legitimate” request, EU leaders chairman Charlies Michel said, on Tuesday. Michel, who was speaking at the European parliament after Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy received a standing ovation for his powerful speech, suggested the EU membership request process […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
CBS Apologizes to Turkey for Depicting Istanbul as Part of Greece
American broadcaster CBS News send a letter of apology to Turkey on Wednesday after portraying Istanbul and the Bosporus Straits as part of Greece in a news report on the Russia-Ukraine war. “This graphic that incorrectly showed Istanbul as a part of Greece and not Turkey, was rectified once we were aware of the mistake,” […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Air Austral appointed Goldair as its General Sales Agent in Greece
… Sales Agent (GSA) in Greece. Air Austral operates scheduled services … in Greece and to steer sales growth throughout the Greek Market … ’ s strong presence in Greece by conducting efficient and strategic … as our GSA in Greece Their strong reputation and …
Greece Evacuates Citizens As Russian Troops Push Into Ukraine
Athens on Wednesday launched an operation to evacuate Greek diplomats, journalists and other citizens from the Ukrainian city of Mariupol as Russian forces pushed further into the country. A Greek ...
Greek opposition leader calls for dialogue with Turkey
Instability in Ukraine crisis additional reason for Greece to actively demand dialogue with Turkey, says Alexis Tsipras ...
CBS News issues apology for showing Istanbul as Greek territory
American broadcaster CBS News send a letter of apology on Wednesday after portraying Istanbul and Turkish Straits as Greek territory in a news report ...
The Remarkable Story of Greek Patriot Turned Spy
Stafanidou and her uniform and medals displayed at the War Museum of Athens. Credit: War Museum of Athens. Illustration Greek Reporter The remarkable story of Sonia Sofia Stefanidou, a Greek woman who ...
Dozens of pushed-back migrants rescued in Aegean Sea
Turkish forces have rescued 75 migrants in the Aegean Sea after they were pushed back by Greek coastal authorities while apprehending 140 migrants in the country’s east and southeast.
President Biden Delivers First State of the Union Address
US President Joe Biden delivered his first State of the Union address on Tuesday night. The coronavirus pandemic, Russia’s invasion in Ukraine, as well as America’s economic future were all subjects he touched upon. During his State of the Union, Biden did not hold back his words against Russia for invading Ukraine as members of […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Ex-Greek PM Tsipras urges dialogue with Turkey
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, who now leads the country's main opposition Syriza Party, called on the government to keep an open ...
Parent reviews for Percy Jackson's Greek Gods
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Greece ends collaboration with all Russian cultural organisations
The Russian embassy in Athens has reacted strongly to the Greek government’s announcement marking the end of collaboration with Russian cultural organisations. Tensions between Athens and Moscow have ...
Executive director details 2022 action plan for Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (Exclusive)
The project company ICGB, responsible for construction of the Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (IGB) will be licensed as a transmission system operator (INGS Management license) in Greece, ICGB’s ...
Greek Life celebrates successes
Greek Awards is a way to acknowledge all of the hard work and dedication that all of the sorority and fraternity members have put in throughout the year of 2021. Angie Zemke, Greek Life adviser, ...
The Mysterious Ancient Greek Relief Sculpture of an Ear
An ancient Greek relief featuring a lone ear may seem strange to some, but it was actually made with the hopes that someone would be healed.