New Greece coach Claudio Ranieri (pic called up 23-year-old AEK midfielder Petros Mantalos for the first time replacing injured Giannis Maniatis of ...
Welcome, 77 artists, 40 different points of Attica welcomes you by singing Erotokritos an epic romance written at 1713 by Vitsentzos Kornaros
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Local students visit Greece Italy
A dozen high school students from area spent June 15 through July 4 in Greece and Italy, said Paula Oliverio, delegation leader and area director for West Virginia for the People to People Ambassador ...
World Hoops US Routs Finns 104-55
Greece easily dispatched Senegal, 87-64 in the opening round of the World Cup basketball championships in Spain on END .article-big-block ...
Kouvelis Won’t Reject Presidency
Democratic Left leader Fotis Kouvelis said he hasn't been approached to be the ruling parties' nominee as Greek President but hasn't ruled it outt. The post Kouvelis Won’t Reject Presidency appeared first on The National Herald.
Illegals Still Pouring into Greece
Despite border fences, Coast Guard patrols and European Union surveillance, illegal immigrants are still trying to get into Greece by any way way they can. Fleeing conflicts in the Mideast and deprivation in Africa, the number of illegal immigrants trying to get into Greece rose by 400 percent in August compared to the same month […] The post Illegals Still Pouring into Greece appeared first on The National Herald.
Five Famous Bars And Clubs In Mykonos
Mykonos is mostly known to international tourists as the Greek island of parties and thousands of visitors arrive during summer months knowing that they are going to get little to no sleep. The island’s small town has grown over the years in order to accommodate the tourists that come every year to get a glimpse of the island where life is an ongoing party. Around midnight, the bars and clubs located in the town of Mykonos or the seaside start playing music, inviting anyone and everyone to join. The party lasts all night and sometimes until the early hours, with clubs closing at around 7am, when the party moves to the beach. Here are some of Mykonos’ most famous drinking spots: Super Paradise Beach Club: Famous for its gay-friendly environment and spontaneous parties. All anyone needs to do is shout out the word and the magic begins. The beach instantly takes a club-like atmosphere, with people dancing and having fun, enjoying their drinks under the sun. Cavo Paradiso Club: Opened in 1993 and known for organizing the most amazing house music events since. It is currently one of the island’s hottest nightlife destinations, with a huge dance floor, a swimming pool and a breathtaking view of the Aegean. ASTRA Bar: Designed by world-renowned artist Minas, it is a place that incorporates retro decor and design under a dome that resembles an observatory. Rather than opting for a huge space, the owner decided on quality over quantity, so the bar can only accommodate a small but eclectic crowd. Pierros Gay Bar: A legendary and world-famous gay bar, it is situated in the town of Mykonos and hosts amazing parties throughout the summer. It is an exclusive and classy club with a great reputation, organizing a variety of events ranging from wild parties to drag shows. It offers a wide selection of elegant cocktails and drinks, and keeps its guests dancing all night with great music. Scandinavian Bar: Located in the heart of the town, it is one of Mykonos’ oldest and most famous meeting points. People are invited to dance until the morning and enjoy fancy cocktails and drinks. The open air disco dance floor is always full and attracts those who like high energy music, while a patio area exists for those who would rather relax and enjoy their drink.
Eintracht Frankfurt's Paraguay striker Nelson Valdez ruptures cruciate ligament
by Associated Press Frankfurt striker Valdez out for several months Associated Press - 31 August 2014 05:48-04:00 FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Paraguay striker Nelson Valdez has been ruled out for several months with a cruciate ligament rupture sustained in Eintracht Frankfurt's 2-2 draw at Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday. Frankfurt says on its website that the former Borussia Dortmund striker suffered a tear to the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. The injury occurred in a tussle for the ball with Wolfsburg defender Ricardo Rodriguez in the 54th minute. Frankfurt coach Thomas Schaaf says, "It's very unlucky. This will really hurt us." Valdez joined Frankfurt in the offseason following a loan spell at Greek side Olympiakos. He has made 67 appearances for Paraguay. News Topics: Sports, Athlete injuries, Men's soccer, Professional soccer, Soccer, Athlete health, Men's sports People, Places and Companies: Nelson Haedo Valdez, Ricardo Rodriguez, Frankfurt, Germany, Paraguay, Western Europe, Europe, South America, Latin America and Caribbean Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.