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Monday, June 24, 2024

Live, in Photos: Ethel Cain at Greek Theatre in Los Angeles

... Greek Theatre on Saturday night. Nestled in the hills of Griffith Park in Los Angeles, the sold-out crowd enjoyed what will likely be one of her ...


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Greek NGO gets first-ever Vigdis Prize for Women's Empowerment

A Greek nongovernmental organization that helps women experiencing poverty, social exclusion and gender-based violence was singled out as the ...


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Heat wave in Greece claims more lives among tourists

A heat wave sweeping across Greece has claimed the life of a 67-year-old German man, whose body was found Monday on the island of Crete. He was the sixth tourist in Greece to die in the extreme heat.


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Superyacht’s Fireworks Show Blamed for Greek Paradise Inferno

Crew members of a superyacht have been accused of starting a devastating forest fire on the Greek island of Hydra after allegedly launching fireworks from their vessel last week to entertain their ...


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Experience The Greek Islands On A Small Group Walking Tour

I cover travel, adventure, and culture across the globe, specializing in nature and the great outdoors. It’s no surprise that the Greek islands, especially Santorini, Naxos, and Paros, are not only ...


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Lebanon defeats Greek contractor's ICSID claim

An ICSID tribunal has dismissed a Greek company's €417 million claim against Lebanon, finding that it abandoned a project to construct an ...


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German tourist, 68, found dead on Greek island

Hiker, whose body was discovered near a ravine in Crete, is sixth tourist to die in the country this month amid soaring temperaturesA German hiker has been found dead on the island of Crete, the fire department said – the latest tourist fatality during a period of unseasonably high temperatures in Greece.The man had been declared missing on Sunday and was found near a ravine in the south of the island, the fire department said in a statement. Continue reading...


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Greek FM says Hezbollah's Cyprus threat 'absolutely unacceptable'

“It is absolutely unacceptable to make threats against the sovereign state of the European Union,” Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis told ...


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American tourist found dead amid Greek heatwave

A 55-year-old American tourist was found dead on the Greek island of Mathraki, according to the Athens News Agency report on Sunday.


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This Greek Island is a Haven for Wildlife

The Greek islands are known for their stunning sandy beaches and picturesque towns, drawing tourists from around the globe.


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Graduation Celebrated at the Greek School of Plato in Brooklyn

The Greek School of Plato students with the principal, teachers, and members of the school board and parents' association.


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In Greece, Another Tourist Found Dead Amid Scorching Heat Wave

At least 10 foreign tourists have gone missing or been found dead this year in Greece after going for a hike, often in scorching temperatures. By Niki Kitsantonis Reporting from Athens Greek ...


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Greece is moving some workers toward a 6-day workweek

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Urs Flueeler—AFP/Getty Images. The workweek is about to get a lot longer for some employees in Greece.


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Tourist Toll Rises In Heat-hit Greece After German Found Dead

Greece on June 11-13 experienced its earliest summer heatwave on record, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) in many areas ...


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Greek Yacht Crew Charged With Arson After Hydra Forest Fire

A Greek prosecutor has charged 13 crew members of a yacht with arson following allegations that fireworks launched from the vessel ignited a forest ...


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Greek Warning: North Macedonia's Name Dispute Escalates

Greece has accused North Macedonia's new centre-right government of breaking a historic naming agreement. This controversy threatens North Macedonia's EU aspirations. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski ...


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Greece slams North Macedonia over dropping 'North' from its name

Greece accuses North Macedonia of 'gross violation' over name use ... EPA/NECATI SAVAS Provider: PAP/EPA. Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis ...


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Greece: 77 migrants rescued in major Aegean Sea operation

Greek islands near Turkish coast act as primary irregular migration entry points. Greece serves as an important entry point for migrant smugglers ...


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Greece Looking Into Capping Cruise Ship Visits

According to Bloomberg, the Greek government is considering putting a cap on cruise ship visits in certain destinations. Mentioning Greece's Prime ...


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Why There Were No Prisons in Ancient Greece?

There weren't prisons in ancient Greece, only temporary detention centers as criminals were either fined, exiled, or executed.


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In Greece, calls for both more cruise facilities and controls

Greece may consider cruise ship limits in its islands as passenger numbers soar. With year-round cruising already a fact, cruise stakeholders in ...


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Greek Foreign Minister Says North Macedonia Violating Name Deal

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis. (YORGOS KONTARINIS ... Through independent journalism, we bring news to generations of Greek-Americans, ...


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UAE’s Giant Acquires Greek Renewable Energy Company Terna

UAE’s state-backed Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co. PJSC (Masdar) has secured a deal to merge with Terna Energy SA, a renewable energy company in Greece, for an enterprise value of EUR 3.2 billion ($3.4 billion). The definitive agreement would initially transfer 67 percent of Terna Energy’s outstanding shares to Masdar. “After completion of the transaction, […]


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Sixth tourist dies in Greece heatwave as man falls ill on hike

A 67-year-old tourist has been found dead on the island of Crete, the sixth tourist death in June in Greece during a period of unusually hot weather. The tourist had set off alone on a hike in a ...


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ANOTHER tourist dies in blistering heatwave in Greece

Another tourist has died amid the blistering heatwave in Greece - the latest fatality as the country has been gripped by temperatures of 44C and blasted by wildfires. The 67-year-old German was found ...


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German tourist, 67, found dead on Greek island of Crete

A 67-year-old German has been found dead on the Greek island of Crete, police said on Monday. The tourist had set off alone on a hike in a canyon in the Sougia region on Sunday and after a few hours ...


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Hezbollah threats to Cyprus are unacceptable, Greece FM says

Greece considers the threats of the Lebanese Shiite Hezbollah movement against Cyprus unacceptable, Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said during the Luxembourg meeting of EU foreign ...


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How Greece is going to war on cruise ships

Lured by glorious beaches, world-class archaeological sites and comforting cuisine, some 33 million people visited Greece in 2023, around five million more than in 2022. According to the Greek National TourisM Organisation (GNTO), 2023 was also a landmark ...


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Woman Moved to Greece From NYC; Better Lifestyle

A New Yorker took her first solo trip to Greece at 38. She loved the slower pace of life so much that she moved there. · Marissa Rodriguez visited ...


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Houthis claim attacks on Greek ship

... Greek-owned bulk carrier M/V Tutor after an attack by an unmanned Houthi exploding boat in the Red Sea, 12 June 2024 (issued 19 June 2024).


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Holidaymakers in Greece warned of heatwave risks

Greek officials are warning foreigners visiting the Mediterranean country over summer of the dangers associated with the extreme weather.


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Greece, EU Warn Hezbollah Against Threatening Cyprus

It is absolutely unacceptable to make threats against the sovereign state of the European Union. We stand by Cyprus." ...


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Hezbollah's Cyprus threat 'absolutely unacceptable,' Greece says

Greece's foreign minister said on Monday that threats by Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah against Cyprus were unacceptable and the European Union ...


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Greek yacht crew charged for arson on Hydra island

A Greek prosecutor on Sunday charged 13 crew members of a yacht with arson after fireworks launched from the vessel allegedly sparked a forest fire on the island of Hydra, the semi-official Athens ...


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German hiker found dead on Greek island of Crete

The man had set off on Sunday morning from the village of Omalos on a plateau in the regional district of Chania, as the Greek news channel ERT reported on Monday, citing the authorities. His ...


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Europe Braces for Heat Following Greek Fires and Swiss Floods

European capitals are bracing for heat wave conditions, following wildfires in Greece and flooding in Switzerland over the weekend.Most Read from BloombergNvidia Sales Grow So Fast That Wall Street ...


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Masdar to Acquire Greek RE Firm Terna Energy

The transaction and subsequent offer values TERNA ENERGY's total equity at 2.4bn euros with an enterprise value of 3.2bn euros, making it the largest ever energy transaction on the Athens Stock ...


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Aphrodite Signified More Than Beauty for the Ancient Greeks

For the ancient Greeks, Aphrodite was about so much more than love and beauty. In an overarching way, she was the goddess of consensus, as in any interaction between consenting people or groups of people. In politics, business and war, as well as human relationships, Aphrodite embodied the natural force, mixis, which translates into connections […]


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Oilmar Hires Bunker Trader in Greece

Marine fuel trading firm Oilmar DMCC has hired a new bunker trader in Greece. Konstantinos Stefanakis has joined Oilmar as a bunker trader in ...


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Greece Tourism in the Summer

One particularly challenged destination is Greece. This is because 30,000 visitors a day to the Acropolis, coupled with a massive heat wave, ...


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Masdar buys out Greece’s Terna Energy in €3.2 billion deal

Masdar has agreed to acquire initially 67% of Greece’s Terna Energy, a developer of clean energy infrastructure, in a €3.2 billion ($3.4 billion) deal.


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Another Tourist Found Dead After Hike on Crete, Greece

A 67-year-old German tourist was found dead on Monday after embarking on a hike in a mountainous region of Crete, Greece. He is the latest victim in a series of deaths and disappearances of foreign tourists on Greek islands. His body was found in a ravine in the south of the White Mountains between Sougia […]


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Finding Home: How Greek Life Supports and Uplifts Queer Voices

Greek life, a college subculture steeped in collegiate tradition, has historically boasted exclusivity, elitism, and strict adherence to gender ...


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Greek FM: Hezbollah's threats against Cyprus are unacceptable

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said on Monday that threats by the Lebanese Hezbollah group against Cyprus are unacceptable and that the European Union will stand by its member states against all such threats.


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From Pixels to Plates: Mykos’ Tribute to Greek Culture

The menu at Mykos presents a symphony of flavours that pay homage to the rich traditions of Greek cuisine while embracing global influences. Guests can indulge in authentic dishes like spanakopita, capturing the essence of Mediterranean tradition ...


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Yacht Crew Charged After Allegedly Starting Greek Island Fire

Greek authorities arrested thirteen yacht crew aboard M/Y Persefoni after allegedly launching fireworks on the Greek island Hydra which started a ...


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Greek Swimmers Win Gold and Silver at European Championships

Greek swimmers Apostolos Christou and Evangelos Makrygiannis celebrated a gold and a silver medal at the European Championships in Belgrade.


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Were Ancient Greeks Obsessed With Board Games?

Ancient Greeks spent much of their time playing board games practically on a daily basis. They were a beloved part of ancient Greek culture. In fact, board games captured the imagination of many people in ancient Greece, including poets, philosophers, and the masses alike. Hence, numerous written sources reveal valuable information on the significance of […]


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Belgrade 2024: Greece enjoy glittering final night,

The European Aquatics Championships Belgrade 2024 ended with Hungary atop the medal table as Greece enjoyed a glittering final night in the pool.


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The Greek Legend of Egyptian King Sesostris

The ancient Greeks did not just have legends about their own nation. They also had legends pertaining to surrounding states. One of the most prominent nearby civilizations was that of Egypt. A particularly fascinating Greek legend about the Egyptians relates to King Sesostris. What did he supposedly do, and was he a real person? Who […]


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