Yearly Archives: 2014
Third Greek Casualty Confirmed on 'Norman Atlantic' Ferry Fire
The third Greek casualty in the Norman Atlantic fire was confirmed today by the Embassy of Greece in Rome. The victim was 59-year-old Nickolaos...
Piraeus Red Light District Revived for New Year's Eve
Trouba, the infamous red light district of old in Piraeus, Greece, will relive its "glory" moments tonight as part of the New Year's Eve...
Pomegranates, Onions and Other Greek New Year's Eve Customs
New Year's celebrations in Greece include some customs and superstitions that may seem strange, but they go back ages. The big difference in celebrations...
Cyprus Problem: UN Hope for Talks to Resume Early 2015
Efforts to solve the Cyprus problem in 2014, took off on an optimistic note but ended with Cyprus suspending its participation in the UN-led...
Touching Images as Ship Survivors Reunite with Their Families
Tears of relief, cries of joy, tight hugs and hysterical laughter are shown in the pictures of the Norman Atlantic ferry fire survivors, while...
Eurozone No Longer Obligated to Save Greece, German Politician Says
Eurozone is no longer obligated to rescue Greece and the country is of no "systemic importance" to the common currency bloc, said Michael Fuchs, deputy...
Presidential Decree for the Dissolution of Greek Parliament
The presidential decree for the dissolution of Greece 's Parliament and the declaration of general elections was posted on Wednesday morning outside the parliament...
Investigation on Causes of 'Norman Atlantic' Tragedy Begins
The investigation process to determine the causes of the Norman Atlantic sea tragedy has begun as all 22 crew members will be testifying to Italian...
Financial Times: Fears of Fresh Greek Crisis
A new Greek crisis is on the horizon after the snap general elections that could bring leftist SYRIZA to power which may lead the country...
Greece Shrouded in Snow, Traffic Jams on Highways
Yesterday's heavy snowfall has covered most of Greece in snow, causing traffic jams and leaving cars trapped in provincial highways for hours.
National highways and...