Greece announces next big move to limit single-use plastics — Greek City Times
Greece has announced its decision to introduce a tax on single-use plastic cups and lids.…
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Greek protesters set fire to excavators where a migrant camp was planned
Police have arrested at least five people on the Greek island of Lesbos after violence…
Armed robbers disguised as cops hit Greek ferry company
File image courtesy of Anek Posted on February 7, 2022 at 6:49 p.m. by The…
February 6, 1981 – Queen Frederica, Queen of the Greeks, Dies – Greek City Times
On February 6, 1981, Queen Frederick, Queen of the Greeks from 1947 to 1964, later…
3 missing climbers found dead on Greek mountain
The Greek fire service said the bodies of three climbers missing since Saturday had been…
Greece’s Supreme Court calls for curb on soccer hooligan violence
Hellenic Police Patrol Car (ELAS). Credit: Greek Reporter Greece’s Supreme Court has issued a circular…
Greek police raid football fan clubs after being fatally stabbed
Representative image of football (Photo Reuters)On Friday, police in Athens and Thessaloniki raided various clubs…
Greek victim of ‘Jane Doe’ in Mississippi cold case
The Greek “Jane Doe”, whose remains were found in 1980, was allegedly the victim of…
Safety and security bolster policing of Greek events, student affiliates say
On January 19, the Bones Gate fraternity was temporarily suspended. The Gamma Delta Chi fraternity…
University of Utah Suspends Greek Life Activities After Reports of Sexual Assault
The University of Utah announced Monday that it will suspend all fraternity and sorority activities…
X’ntigone: The reworking of the classic Greek tragedy has parallels with the Covid pandemic
THE virus has ravaged Thebes. Millions of people died and the economy collapsed. Vaccinations have…
The Greek community mourns the loss of Bill Kardamitsis
Another esteemed citizen and member of the Greek community has been claimed by COVID-19. Bill…
Greek Foreign Minister notes that naval officers were killed in Imia crash
ATHENS — Some 28 years after their helicopter mysteriously crashed during a near-dispute with Turkey…
Greek Cypriots fear Trojan horse in ghost town, KNEWS
Southern Greek Cypriot officials are once again calling on Varosha title holders to stay away…
Pakistan plays spoilsport in Armenia’s relations with its neighbors — Greek City Times
Why is Pakistan a source of concern for Armenia? Primarily, it has been a regular…
Greek writers take part in the 53rd Cairo International Book Fair – News – Books
The 53rd edition of the book fair opened on January 26 and will continue until…
How a pioneering Greek scholar was robbed of credit for translating Chanakya’s words into Sanskrit
In 1786, Dimitrios Galanos, a 26-year-old Greek teacher, sailed from Basra to Calcutta in search…
EU must make African offer on legal migration, says Greek PM – EURACTIV.com
The EU should consider offering African states a new regime of organized legal migration routes,…
Greek writer Ersi Sotiropoulos to teach at City University of New York
Acclaimed Greek novelist and poet Ersi Sotiropoulos is the new Harman Writer in Residence at…
EU to fund power cable linking Israel, Greek Cyprus and Greece
The European Union has earmarked 657 million euros ($736 million) for the construction of a…
Peter Papadakos, singer and volunteer for many Pittsburgh-area Greek churches, has died
Peter Papadakos was passionate about his Greek heritage, serving the church and helping anyone in…
Greek PM dodges apology for government blizzard fiasco – EURACTIV.com
After days of absence from the public, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis apologized on Wednesday…
Greek American with MS Fights for Disability Access in Miami Springs
Greek-American Theodore Karantsalis, a retired librarian and journalist, is suing Miami Springs, Florida, for its…
How to Make Vegan Spanakopita (Greek Spinach and Feta Pie)
Authentic spanakopita, also known as “spinach pie”, is a type of Greek pita, or pie…
Surgery delayed, surgery denied in Greek hospitals because of COVID-19
ATHENS — The lingering COVID-19 pandemic which will enter its third year in March has…
Severe weather brings snow to Athens, Greek Islands | world news
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A severe weather front has hit Greece, with sub-zero temperatures and…
Descendants of 19th Century Arrivals – PART 1
Greek City Times is proud to present a weekly historical snapshotfrom the archives of the…
My Great Greek Adventure: The Kingdom of Heraklion in Crete
Long ago there was a vast and wealthy kingdom in the southern Mediterranean. The rulers…
Jokic, Embiid, Morant, Greek Freak Chasing Steph Curry
After a week into the second half of the NBA season, Steph Curry is the…
Tornos news | Greek Development Minister predicts GDP growth of at least 5% in 2022
Greek Minister of Development and Investments Adonis Georgiadis predicts that GDP growth in Greece will…
Athens Statue of Kolokotronis Vandalized With Slogans Against Rapists — Greek City Times
The statue of Greece’s national hero Theodore Kolokotronis was vandalized by unidentified people in Athens…
Can babies have Greek yogurt? Experts explain
Yogurt is one of those fun things you can add to your baby’s growth regimen…
Mellow Mushroom presents new vegan pizzas Miss Mushroom and Greek Goddess
Mellow Mushroom presents new vegan pizzas Miss Mushroom and Greek Goddess Atlanta-based pizza chain Mellow…
Greek Schools and Students Excel in HSC Exams — Greek City Times
2020 was a tough year, followed by 2021, which felt like it had to “outperform”…
Greek officials pursue smugglers after suspect oil tanker leaks in Rhodes
The entrance to the iconic inner harbor of Rhodes (Pixabay) Posted on January 20, 2022…
Tsipras complains of politicization, KKE says Rafale ‘served aggressive imperialist plans’ — Greek City Times
Opposition leader SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance Alexis Tsipras and the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) have complained…
Giannis Antetokounmpo sues for ‘Greek Freak’ infringement
NEW YORK — Milwaukee Bucks star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, two-time MVP and reigning NBA champion,…
Opening of a sister Greek cafe in the Plaza Midwood in Charlotte
Sister, an all-day, European-inspired cafe, will replace Kiki Bistro when it opens Jan. 28 at…
A virtual conference on Greek ancestry is planned for the end of the month and it’s free
Much of what you need to know about the process of tracing your Greek ancestry…
Inter Milan Star Tries To Get Tattoo With Deep Greek Meaning, But Gets Another Hilarious Meaning Instead
Footballers often make many fashion statements, tattoos being one of them. Many footballers have a…
What did Erdoğan do in Albania? — Timetables of Greek cities
“There aren’t many people like him in international politics. He does what he says and…
New York charity raises money for Wandering Greeks in memory of Betty White
Betty White would have turned 100 on January 17 and, given her legacy as an…
Visceral fat: Greek yogurt can help reduce belly fat
Most of your body fat is stored under your skin, but it’s visible and you…
Famous Greek painter Alekos Fassianos dies aged 86 | Entertainment News
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Alekos Fassianos, one of the most important modern Greek painters, died…
Mitsotakis pledges to rid Greek universities of troublemakers
ATHENS — Growing violence on Greek campuses will be addressed, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has…
‘Record’ number of women appointed to Melbourne Greek Community Board
As Melbourne’s Greek community prepared to elect its 19-member board on Sunday afternoon, in the…
Protesters clash with Greek police over university eviction | world news
By COSTAS KANTOURIS, Associated PressTHESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — A protest march by 1,500 far-left activists…
The Indian King of Greek Cuisine — Greek City Times
The Indian millionaire at the head of SwitzGroup, Taizoon Khorakiwala, began his quiet but aggressive…
🌱 Huntington Daily: Arrest Report + Greek Family Style Takeout
Happy Saturday, people of Huntington! Here’s everything you need to know today in Huntington. First,…
Greek tourism businesses covered by additional Covid-19 support
Photo: Shutterstock The Greek authorities have set aside 80 million euros to support in January…
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Dior’s documentary The Greek Bar Jacket pays tribute to Greek artisans
PARIS, FRANCE- Have you ever wondered how Dior organizes its Cruise collections? The Parisian House…
Ioanna Paliospirou announces her new podcast — Greek City Times
Ioanna Paliospirou, after becoming a symbol of strength following the vitriolic attack that left her…
Greek inflation jumped to 5.1% in December
ATHENS – The inflation rate in Greece jumped to 5.1% in December from 4.8% in…
Greek Swedish filmmaker’s latest scores are very good at film festivals around the world
Within three months of its submission, he submitted his short film to the world circuit…
“Sakellaropoulou demonstrates sovereignty over Turkish islands under Greek occupation” – Greek City Times
New illusion against Greece by the Turkish opposition newspaper Sözcü, which denounces Greek President Katerina…
On this day in 1873, Olympic legend Spyridon Louis was born – Greek City Times
In 1896, Spyridon Louis marked the history of Greek sport. He won the first marathon…
Oldest depiction of Jesus and the crucifixion in St. Catherine’s Greek Orthodox Monastery, Egypt – Greek City Times
The oldest icon of the Crucifixion of Christ can be found in the Greek Orthodox…
“2 doses offer very limited protection, if any” – Greek City Times
“3 doses offer reasonable protection” “The new version of Shot which will cover Omicron will…
Greek Orthodox Patriarch warns of Christian presence in Jerusalem threatened by Zionist extremists – Mondoweiss
“Our churches are threatened by radical Israeli fringe groups,” Patriarch Theophilos III wrote in a…
The Real Greek launches plant-based meze menu for vegetarians
January 10, 2022 1641798009 © The real Greek The Real Greek, which describes itself as…
Treat Djokovic with “Humanity,” Greek-Australian tennis star Kyrgios says
Novak Djokovic is coming to Australia to attend the 2022 Australian Open. Credit: Twitter /…
The new work by Franco-Greek filmmaker Romain Gavras ‘Gener8ion’ at the Onassis Foundation, January 15 – Greek City Times
Franco-Greek filmmaker Romain Gavras presents his new work “Gener8ion” at the Onassis Foundation in Athens…
Fewer migrants arrived on the Greek islands in 2021
Migrants and refugees at Kara Tepe camp in Lesbos, September 2020. Credit: Greek government The…
Greek cuisine goes avant-garde at Melina in North Bethesda, Maryland
Moussaka? Pastitsio? Baklava? I went there, I did this for Greek cuisine, so Dimitri Moshovitis…
Greek islanders block ship delivering supplies to build migrant center – Greek City Times
Residents of Chios have managed to prevent a cargo ship from delivering materials for the…
Greek government to investigate movie with Acropolis sex scene
The creators of the film say that the project is about “the desire and the…
Greek exports increased by 47.2% in November
ATHENS – Greece’s exports rose 47.2% in November, but a 63.3% jump in imports in…
“The Greek diaspora radiates a geopolitical soft power for Greece”, writes Constantine Passaris
By Constantin Passaris. Last year, the bicentennial celebrations of the Greek Revolution of 1821 highlighted…
More than 2,000 Greek cops infected with COVID, force intact
ATHENS – Although more than 2,000 officers in the Greek forces have tested positive for…
Turkey rescues 66 irregular migrants repelled by Greek coastguard
The Turkish coastguard on Wednesday rescued 66 irregular migrants who were pushed back by the…
Greek divers just discovered wreck of Italian WWII submarine
Keystone-FranceGetty Images In November, a team of Greek divers discovered a long-lost Italian submarine that…
Omicron puts Greek genome center on high alert
The Greek Genome Center supercomputer identifies exactly which strain of the virus has been detected…
Happy birthday Sakis Rouvas turns 50 today
Sakis Rouvas, one of Greece’s most popular singers and former pole vaulter, was born on…
Greek Justice and State Ministers Test Positive for COVID-19 – Greek City Times
Greek Justice Minister Kostas Tsiaras has tested positive for COVID-19. As he announced on his…
George Papandreou – the phoenix of Greek politics?
Throughout the dynasties, there are few to match the lineage of the Papandreous, who have…
It’s Greek politics, stupid
Alexis Tsipras, the Greek Prime Minister, leaves after making a statement following an emergency meeting…