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International driving permit required for vehicle rental in Greece
Those travelling to Greece with the intention of renting a vehicle are now required by law to have an International Driving Permit (IDP) in addition to a valid driver’s licence …
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Greek economy strengthening, primary budget surplus beats target
Positive news about Greece’s economy continues, with the country’s government achieving a primary budget surplus of €2.334 billion from January through to April this year, beating its target. The target …
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James Troisi: Nobody knows I’m Greek
“I don’t think a lot of people know that I am Greek,” says 37-capped Socceroo James Troisi. After almost a decade of playing football in Europe and Australia, Troisi’s Greek …
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Aspropotamitis becomes a Mariner
Young A-League central defender Jonathan Aspropotamitis must feel like he’s flying the coop having played all his club football in Sydney. The 21 year old is leaving his home town …
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Minister of Citizenship firm on the significance of an English Language test
Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, Alan Tudge confirms the commitment of the Federal Government to the importance of English as a prerequisite for Australian citizenship. Though the Coalition government …
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WATCH: British Cypriot entertainer brings bouzouki and plate-smashing to ‘Britain’s Got Talent’
Is plate smashing a talent? We’re not inclined to think so, but coupled with the bouzouki, Cypriot entertainer Haralambos, going by the name of Bambas, has proven otherwise. The British …
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Greek scientist selected Fellow by UK’s Royal Society for excellence in science
Prestigious British organisation The Royal Society has welcomed Greek scientist Dr Vassilis Pachnis on board as a Fellow. Born and raised in Greece, the scientist was selected for his pioneering …
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New WWII memorials unveiled at Pylos and Methone
The sun shone on Pylos and Methone on 6 May as the crowd assembled for the historic unveiling of two WWII commemorative memorials. These commemorate two POW tragedies that affected …
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Greek and FYROM PMs to meet over possible name dispute resolution
As the 27-year Macedonia name dispute continues, this week the Prime Ministers of Greece and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) are scheduled to meet to continue talks with …
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WATCH: Greek Orthodox baptism goes viral, priest’s technique dubbed ‘violent’
A video of an Orthodox priest baptising a baby has sparked outrage around the world, after his technique was perceived to be very abrupt. The footage taken at a Greek …