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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Pirates Abduct Greek Engineer of Cargo Ship

A Greek-owned cargo vessel was attacked on Tuesday, by a dozen armed men while sailing between Nigeria and Guinea. The pirates have abducted 2 of the crew members of Marshall Islands-flagged Althea. As reported by the Greek Shipping Ministry ...

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Greece Athena will retire J-Mac's jersey number Friday

Greece Athena will retire J-Mac's jersey number FridayRochester Democrat and Chronicle-rocbrd07-10-2013dandc1d00120130709imgjmac.jpg11rg4jlh23l25469.jpg. Jason McElwain is carried off the court by his Greece Athena teammates after scoring 20 points in his only varsity basketball game. McElwain's jersey number will be retired during a ...and more »

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Manchester United's opponents Olympiacos forced to close stadium section for ...

Latinos PostManchester United's opponents Olympiacos forced to close stadium section for ...Mirror.co.ukThe Greek side, who are currently top of the Greek Super League with 14 wins from 15 matches, are being punished by UEFA following incidents during their match against Anderlecht on December 10, including racist conduct by their supporters. Therefore ...Football - Greek test for UnitedYahoo Eurosport UKOlympiacos vs. Manchester United Preview: Why Greek Side Should Be ...Latinos Post(Football) Greek club punished for racist fansHong Kong StandardEurosport.com ASIA -SBSall 95 news articles »

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Greece leaving the euro could be the spring surprise

MarketWatchGreece leaving the euro could be the spring surpriseMarketWatchThe key point is that it was not possible for Greece to get out of the single currency in 2012 or 2013. It had no way of paying for itself. But by next year, a trade and budget surplus will mean the country can leave if it wants to. The locks will have ...

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Bank of Greece backs gov't growth forecast but warns of political 'polarization' in 2014

Greece's central bank has joined the government in predicting that the country's economy will grow in 2014 following a savage six-year recession but cautioned about the impact of a heated political rivalry ahead of elections in May.

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Bank of Greece predicts country's return to growth

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece's central bank has joined the government in predicting that the country's economy will grow in 2014 following a savage six-year recession but cautioned about the impact of a heated political rivalry ahead of elections in May.

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Greek neo-Nazi suspects on trial for murder of Pakistani

DAWN.comGreek neo-Nazi suspects on trial for murder of PakistaniDAWN.comATHENS: Two suspected members of the Greek neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn went on trial on Wednesday accused of stabbing a 27-year-old Pakistani man to death. Dionyssis Liakopoulos, 25, and Christos Steriopoulos, 29, risk a life sentence if found guilty ...Golden Dawn's State Funding Halted by Greek ParliamentGreek ReporterGreek neo-Nazis tried for murderMSN NZ NewsSydney demo in support of GDNeos Kosmosall 10 news articles »

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Greece granted new rescue loan; central bank warns 'polarized' politics could ...

Greece granted new rescue loan; central bank warns 'polarized' politics could ...Minneapolis Star TribuneATHENS, Greece — Greece's euro partners agreed Tuesday to hand over a delayed billion euro ($1.4 billion) payment to the bailed-out country, just as its central bank warned over the economic impact of escalating political tensions. Jeroen Dijsselbloem ...

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Greece: primary residence auction bill to be voted upon

(ANSAmed) - ATHENS, DECEMBER 18 - The controversial lift on the temporary ban of primary residence auctions is to be addressed in an independent bill, which is also rumored to include an article on the VAT in food and restaurants, as daily To Vima reports.

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It's all Greek to me this Christmas

It's all Greek to me this ChristmasForest Park ReviewIrene taught everyone how to say "Merry Christmas" in Greek, "Kala Kristugena." You don't have to learn Greek to ask for Greek pastry, but just in case, you'll want to say kourambiedes. They're the round or crescent shaped almond cookies that everyone ...

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Open fires in Greek homes create cloud of smog above Athens

Daily MailOpen fires in Greek homes create cloud of smog above AthensDaily MailMillions of Greeks have been forced to burn wood in their homes after the country agreed to increase the price of heating oil by 48 per cent. The move, which was under the terms of an EU bailout, was meant to see the price rise on a par with diesel and ...and more »

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Greek Mobile Operator Earns ‘Retailer of the Year’ in Poland

The Greek mobile operator Play, of Panos Germanos, earned “Retailer of the Year” in the Polish market. The Play network boasting 1,000 stores, was distinguished for the strategic development of the brand and its commercial network, including ...

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EU approves funding for Greece΄s major motorway projects

Economic TimesEU approves funding for Greece΄s major motorway projectsCapital.gr (press release)European Commissioner for Regional Policy Johannes Hahn on Monday approved EU financial support worth 2.97 billion euros for the construction of four major motorways in Greece, AMNA reported. According to the Commission, these investments, ...Greece to Get EU Aid to Build HighwaysABC Newsall 37 news articles »

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Bundesbank chief urges Greece to stay the course

“It is the responsibility of each member state to ensure the smooth functioning of the monetary union through sound fiscal and economic policies,” Bundesbank President Jens Weidmann told Kathimerini in an interview. Weidmann, also a European Central Bank ... ...

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House prices have fallen 37.6 percent

House prices in Greece have plummeted 37.6 percent in real terms since the beginning of the financial crisis five years ago, according to the Bank of Greece’s Monetary Policy report issued on Tuesday. The report also mentions that estate agencies have rep... ...

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Chinese and Italians interested in ADMIE sell-off

The privatization of Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) will be completed in one single stage and will secure the state’s participation at 34 percent, according to a draft law put forward for public consultation by the Development Mi... ...

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Confidence is growing among SMEs

The business sector in Greece is showing clear indications of recovery, but the extent to which local enterprises are seriously trailing their eurozone peers in terms of innovation is also apparent, according to a National Bank of Greece survey on the cou... ...

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Politicians of bankrupcty

The country’s bankruptcy is primarily a result of the bankruptcy of Greece’s political system. As a society we glorified people with no substance, either because of their excellent communication skills or because they came from major political dynasties. ... ...

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Allegations fly over OKANA rehab centers

Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis has demanded the resignation of the head of the state-run Organization Against Drugs (OKANA), which runs Greece’s biggest rehabilitation program for drug users, over an alleged gap in finances. Allegations of mismanagemen... ...

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Putting an end to the punishment

Considering that things have reached a critical point, I believe that the time has come for the country’s partners and creditors to take a good look in the mirror. As a society we have done the same, to a certain extent, while more mature Greeks have reco... ...

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Political tension the biggest risk

Political uncertainty constitutes the biggest obstacle to Greece’s return to growth next year, according to the the annual report of the governor of the Bank of Greece, Giorgos Provopoulos, published on Tuesday. The Intermediary Report on Monetary Policy ... ...

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Eurozone OKs EUR 1 B in Aid for Greece

Novinite.comEurozone OKs EUR 1 B in Aid for GreeceNovinite.comThe troika of creditors, the European Union, the European Central Bank and the International Monetary Fund, also demanded that Greece restructure or close three state-owned companies intended for privatization. A negotiating team of the troika is to ...

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Greece Courts Paulson in Attempt to Revive State Asset Sale Plan

Greece’s Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund is courting U.S. hedge funds as it seeks to lure investment in everything from ports to islands to finance the country’s bailout.

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First citizens' initiative launched in Greece

First citizens' initiative launched in GreeceEurActivSince the outset of the crisis, the education sector has been severely hit by austerity measures and budget cuts especially in debt-ridden countries, such as Greece, Spain and Portugal. The European Citizens' Initiative (ECI), as introduced by the ...and more »

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Capital Link Dinner Honors Calamos

NEW YORK – Faith in Greece is the essence of events like the inaugural dinner of the 15th Annual Capital Link Greek Investor Forum, and the achievements of Greek American like the honoree John Calamos are proof for many that a new Greece can be built. The dinner in the stunning dining room of the […]

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Capital Link Greek Investor Forum Fills Metro Club

NEW YORK – One word explains why more than 1000 people registered and filled Manhattan’s Metropolitan Club on December 17 for the 15th Annual Capital Link Greek Investor Forum: Potential While Greece may have turned a corner, it is not clear that structural reforms are proceeding quickly enough, but the country is filled with well-educated […]

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Review: Nemea Greek Taverna a strong addition to downtown San Jose

Review: Nemea Greek Taverna a strong addition to downtown San JoseSan Jose Mercury NewsEnter Nemea, a Greek restaurant that opened earlier this year in the old E & O Trading Co. spot at the corner of First and San Fernando streets. The owner, Nick Tsigaris, is no stranger to the downtown dining scene; he also operates the more casual ...

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This Is Not A Penis

That’s a Greek word for “feather duster”; it’s an eversible scent gland of some male moths.

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Greece gets 1.0 billion euros in aid

Sky News AustraliaGreece gets 1.0 billion euros in aidSky News AustraliaEurozone finance ministers have approved an aid payment of one billion euros ($A1.55 billion) for twice-bailed out Greece, after Athens made good on promises to reform its economy. 'I note with satisfaction that Greece has achieved the four milestones ...

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Greek Doctors Continue Their Strike

After a four-week strike, the Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras has intervened and arranged to meet with the Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis and the EOPYY doctors, in order to discuss the proposed changes to the healthcare system and EOPYY, the main care provider in Greece. The striking doctors, who have agreed to negotiate with the Minister, have […]

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De Telegraaf: “The Left-Wing Political Party Is the Largest in Greece”

Results of a recent survey published by Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, point to leftist SYRIZA with 22% of votes, as the party with most public support currently in Greece, albeit by a small margin. Nea Dimokratia under the leadership of Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, received 21%. Golden Dawn received 9%, while PASOK, which was for many […]

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Arsenal to Rival Liverpool in Battle for Olympiacos Striker Mitroglou

Arsenal and Liverpool are ready to battle for the signature of Olympiacos forward Konstantinos Mitroglou, according to the Daily Star. The 25-year-old frontman has been scoring goals for fun for both club and country this season, and has caught the eye of the Premier League top two. Arsene Wenger has identified the forward as the […]

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Sports Journalist Association Honors Top Athletes of 2013

The Panhellenic Sports Journalist Association (PSAT) held a ceremony on Monday evening at the Peace and Friendship stadium in Piraeus to honor the top Greek athletes for 2013. Recently, the national football team was qualified for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and it was declared as the best team for 2013. Fernando Santos was […]

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Greek Dance Team Excels in Algerian Festival

The event also featured teams from Syria ... in Kalamata and in the 2013 Loikka Dance Film Festival in Helsinki, Finland. The project deals with the emotional fulfillment that comes with physical contact. In the video we see a man and a woman ...

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Scandal in Greece: Millas's letter

was prevented from speaking in his mother tongue despite simultaneous translation available at a conference which was partly about minority rights -- drew attention and many positive reactions from Greek colleagues and friends. I also received a letter ...

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Ryan Richards signs with Greek team

Ryan Richards signs with Greek teamProject SpursRyan Richards signs with Greek team. Written by Paramjit Mahal on Tuesday, 17 December 2013 12:00 . The San Antonio Spurs have never been afraid of drafting a player and letting him develop overseas. The "Draft and Stash" philosophy has helped the ...

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VSL Greek Program needs support

In two letters addressed to the academic Anna Chatzinikolaou, who is leading the campaign to support Modern ... resources are shared and presented at Professional Development Teacher Seminars, which it has initiated a number of times in the past. Junior ...

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EU-Turkey deal: Visa requirements for Turks lifted in exchange for reaccepting migrants

Visas requirements for Turkish citizens coming to the European Union are to be lifted by 2017 according to an agreement signed on December 16 in Ankara by EU Internal Affairs Commissioner Cecilia Malmström and Turkish Foreign Affairs Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu. Turkey demanded that this agreement be completed before signing another agreement to agree to accept illegal migrants who travel through Turkey on their way to the EU.

For Turkish daily Radikal, this represents "an event which can help advance Turkey's bid to join the EU. In three or four years, Turkish passport holders will be able to move without visas within the Schengen Area [...] as long as Cyprus or Greece do not veto" the deal.

However, adds the paper,

accepting the return of illegal migrants raises many concerns. Even if the number of illegals arrested at the border is in decline, there are many that, profiting from the ending of Turkish visa requirements will legally enter the country before trying to travel to the West. The economic burden of the infrastructure linked to readmitting the migrants will thus not be negligible [...] Furthermore, if the process of accepting migrants is considered unsatisfactory by the EU, the [visa] agreement will not be ratified. In any case, even if it is considered satisfactory, it must still be ratified.


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Poet Constantine Petrou Kavafis Honored on New Greek Coin

Coin Update NewsPoet Constantine Petrou Kavafis Honored on New Greek CoinCoin Update NewsThe Bank of Greece has issued a new coin which marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of one of the Greek community's most well-remembered poets, Constantine Petrou Kavafis (1863 - 1933) who is considered instrumental in the revival and recognition ...

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VCAA Authorization for Classical Greek Classes

... and Assessment Authority (VCAA), the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria will be able to teach Classical Greek (Ancient Greek) Units 1-4 at VCE level. The classes will start in 2014 and address VCE students, as well as students from ...

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Former Greek transport minister arrested for having fake licence plate

Mihalis Liapis, 62, served as transport and culture minister in the former conservative government in power from 2004 to 2009, before a debt crisis triggered public anger against a political and business elite widely viewed as privileged and corrupt.

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