Greece
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92 medical staff in major Athens hospital infected as cases rise above 36,000 again
In the last 24 hours ending on Monday 3pm, Greece reported over 36,246 new COVID-19 infections from the 17,633 on Sunday when significantly less people tested. Unfortunately, 78 deaths were …
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Paleontologists unearth more ancient fossil trees and animals on Lesvos
Fourteen petrified trees dating about 18 million years were unearthed following rainwater drainage work near the famous Lesvos Petrified Forest in the west of the island. The director of the …
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Greek olive producer honoured with 400 international awards for quality and innovation
The Greek olive producer who has been honored with 400 international awards for quality and innovation in an interview with the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (ANA) revealed the small and big …
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John Halikos, Kalymnos’ very own Santa Clauss, strikes again
For yet another year, Greek Australian businessman John Halikos, has ensured that poor families across Kalymnos island can have a happy Christmas and New Year’s feast. Halikos, one of Darwin’s …
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Greece records 30,010 new cases and 59 fatalities
Greece welcomed New Year’s Day with stricter restrictions and cancelled public and private events as Omicron spreads rapidly through the country. Meanwhile, health authorities are overwhelmed with hospitalisations and delays …
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Turkey’s New Year resolutions prioritise the demilitarisation of Greek islands
In his end of year statements, Turkey’s Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu drew emphasis on several goals the country will push in 2022. Among Ankara’s first priorities will be the sovereignty …
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Greece welcomes 2022 with fireworks and more restrictions
Greeks welcomed the New Year under with new record in infections, as the Omicron variant spreads at high rates. Reporting over 40,000 cases across the country the City of Athens …
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Greece confirms 40,560 new Covid infections and 76 deaths
Greece confirmed 40,560 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, with 32 of these identified at entry points to the country, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) said on …
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New Year’s 2022: Greece dazzles with colourful fireworks display over the Acropolis
With a stunning fireworks display over the Acropolis Athens celebrated the start of 2022. The past year was a difficult one for Greece and the entire world, with the coronavirus …
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Statue of woman wearing chiton found at Ancient Epidaurus
A high-quality marble statue of a woman was found near excavations at Ancient Epidaurus’ agora area, the Ministry of Culture said on Thursday. The statue was discovered on December 16 …