Elena Ambrosiadou is one of Europe’s richest women and was born in Greece. She is a hedge fund manager and a prevailing figure in the most glamorous social circles. She hired a spy to conduct an audacious espionage operation against her ex-staff and husband, Martin Coward. The aim of this large-scale operation, ordered by Ambroasiadou, was to gather information for use in litigation against Coward.The UK High Court has given judgment against Ambrosiadou’ s favor. Ambrosiadou filed no defense and has agreed to pay damages.
The Greek Atomic Energy Agency considers the nuclear situation in Japan to be declining. Recently the agency has issued a new list of precautions for all Greeks in Japan, especially at its ports.
Taking into consideration the state of emergency following the accident at the power station Fukushima Daiichi, on the eastern coast of Japan, The Greek Atomic Energy Agency advises shipping companies and crews of Greek vessels as follows:
-Avoid places close to the site of the accident
-Follow the instructions of local authorities.
For more information contact The Greek Atomic Energy Agency at:+302106506700, +302106506803, +302106506714, or via email at: info@eeae.gr
Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou said in an interview Saturday he was determined determination to save the country, but ruled out a restructuring of Greece?s massive debt.
“Restructuring is not in the discussions,” said Papandreou in an interview to Sunday newspaper Ethnos.
“I choose to fight for my country and that is what I am doing, to save and change Greece,” the Socialist leader said.
Papandreou will chair a cabinet meeting on Monday to discuss a new mid-term fiscal plan that “guarantees our exit from the crisis and other serious changes, structural.
“We are talking about a serious and systematic negotiation,” Papandreou said. (source: afp)
Cypriots began voting for a new parliament Sunday in elections seen as an important measure of support for leftist President Dimitris Christofias’ handling of slow-moving talks with breakaway Turkish Cypriots to reunify the ethnically divided island.
Polls opened at 0400 GMT and were due to close at 1530 GMT. Results were expected by 2000 GMT.
Some 530,000 voters in the south are eligible to cast their ballots. Opinion polls also more people than usual will choose not to vote following a campaign that revolved more around partisanship rather than the issues.
The polls were seen rather as a test of public opinion on the governing coalition led by communist-backed President Demetris Christofias and his policy on reunification talks with the breakaway Turkish Cypriot north.
Christofias is to meet Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu in Geneva on July 7 for talks hosted by Ban that had originally been scheduled for April.
The story of Maria Callas, renowned Greek opera singer and Aristotle Onassis, the richest man of his time will be brought to life on screen in 2011. The film is based on the book, Greek Fire by Nicholas Gage, a Greek author who’s family comes from Epirus. The script has been developed by Jullian Fellowes, and will star Eva Mendez as Maria Callas.
Mendes in a recent interview revealed: “Julian Fellowes wrote a script for me based on the relationship between Maria Callas and Aristotle Onassis, and as Julian Fellowes wrote it for me I couldn’t say no to it.”
The book, and soon to be film, unveils the scandalous love affair of Callas and Onassis and the significance the relationship plays on their lives. Gage is credited as one of the first investigative reporters and was the first to work on the Watergate scandal. He also reported for the NY Times. Through Gage’s expert eye, and extensive research we discover shocking information about Callas and Aristotle’s story. Now, to be translated onto film. Watch Nick Gage talking about “Greek Fire” below:
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Gaumont, France’s leading film production and distribution company has paired up with producer, Nick Wechsler behind the movie. Gage will also be co-producing.
Mendes is perhaps best known for starring in such films as: Training Day (2001); 2 Fast 2 Furious, Once Upon a Time in Mexico and Stuck on You (all 2003); Hitch (2005); Ghost Rider and We Own the Night (both 2007); The Spirit (2008); Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans (2009); The Other Guys and Last Night (both 2010).
If you’re tired of glamorous and overcrowded seaside resorts , here is our guide for 10 of the most alternative, exotic and secluded beaches in Greece. 1. Elafonisi, Chania, Crete Words cannot describe the beauty of this unique Cretan location. It is supposed to be an island (its names means dear island in Greek), however you can walk there. The water is crystal clear and as blue as the sky. The beach is a magnificent golden-pink colour, which you won’t find in any other place in the world. Over 30 different kinds of endangered plants and animal are found around Elafonisi. Fortunately, the tourist development in the area in low. However, you can find rooms to let and a few good taverns to eat. It’s the place for you, if you want to spend some time at an exotic beach and have a quiet vacation. 2. Seychelles, Ikaria It has been the called the Jamaica of the Aegean Sea. This is one of Ikaria’s most intriguing beaches. The pebble-rock beach is located within a picturesque and intimate cove setting. There are interesting rock formations all around and the color of the crystal clear water is unmatched. It is located 25 km west of Agios Kirikos, just after the tunnel that leads further on into the village of Manganitis. The access to the beach is via a path which starts on the main road and descends along a river bed. Sometimes it’s possible to take a water taxi from Manganitis’ fishing port. 3. Balos, Chania, Crete This is a beach which is very well known inside and outside of Greece. The scenery is amazing and the waters crystal clear. To get to Balos you need to be in an exploring mood because you need to drive for 15 km off road and then walk down a 2km path. Definitely worth it, though! If you can’t drive there, try taking a water taxi from Kastelli, the nearest port. There’s only a small coffee shop in the area, selling cold beverages, so bring your own food and beach umbrella. You’ll probably find a few campers there. Why not try it yourself? 4. Voutoumi, Antipaxos Many consider Voutoumi one of the best beaches in Greece. It is certainly one of the most exotic ones! Located on the tiny island of Antipaxos it doesn’t get much more secluded than that! You will find a lot of greenery surrounding the beach, in some places even reaching the sand. The green-blue color of the waters is stunning. There are two restaurants, one of which is high on the hill and offers panoramic views of the bay. 5. Egkremnoi, Lefkada Less famous than the near by Porto Katsiki, Egkremnoi beach is located in Lefkada, the best place to be for beach lovers in Greece. The large sandy bay is surrounded by breathtaking formations of rocks. You’ll need to go down 250 footsteps to get there and you will find beach umbrellas to rent. 6. Hiliadou, Evia A wild beautiful beach in Central Evia, only 2,5 hours away from Athens. High cliffs, chestnut trees, sedges and ferns, leading to the sun-drenched beach set the scene in this ideal location. There is a separate cove where you can practice nudism legally. Don’t forget to visit the sea cave on the rocky shore just a 100 meters north from the nudist beach. The seawater that flows through the cave emits a silver and blue-green color. The second exit of the cave is underwater. It can get a little bit crowded during the weekends. A few good taverns can be found in the area. 7. Aspri Limni, Chania, Crete Stunning as it is, Aspri Limni is still pretty much unknown to tourists. The rather small beach with fine, white sand is surrounded by many rocks creating a natural dam and a lake. The environmental importance of the region is enormous, because you can find the phoenix theofrasti, the Cretan Palm. Also visit the old Monastery of chrysoskalitissa on the southwest of Crete, suspended high above the Libyan sea. 8. Chalikiada, Agistri A great choice for those of you visiting Athens and want a quick getaway to a nearby island. Agistri maybe small, but just one hour from the port of Piraeus and a picturesque place to visit. Chalikiada can be found near the touristic area of Skliri. Following a narrow path, after a dreamy journey through the pine trees, visitors arrive at a natural blue bay, with large pebbles and crystal clear waters. However, access is a little difficult and requires great caution. The water is shallow at the beginning and after 5 meters is quite deep. Absolutely an amazing location for camping. 9. Galifos, Folegandros Galifos is a place you need to visit if you want to come closer to nature. At that magnificent coast you can only find rooms without electricity to rent. It is very secluded and ideal for those who want to practice nudism. As there is nothing around you will need to bring necessary supplies. The warm water is great, so why not experience something a little different? 10. Agiokampos, Evia This green, peaceful oasis is one of the quietest and most beautiful locations in North Evia. Only 2.5 hours away from Athens, the beach of Agiokampos, even though it is not as well-known as other popular resorts compares very favorably with other more famous tourist destinations. Anyone visiting Evia should take the opportunity to explore and experience its breathtaking beauty. If you are interested to visit the area we suggest http://Agiocamposbay.gr
When he was a child, he participated every Easter in the rocket war in Vrontados, Chios. No one could imagine that one day he would make rockets, which would not just reach the opposite church, but would travel to our solar system! Stamatis Krimigis is 73-years-old and is still dealing with pioneer researches and applications in NASA. His CV is quite long and he has been awarded many times with several titles. President of the International Academy of Astronautics, honorary director at the Space Department of the Applied Physics Laboratory of Johns Hopkins University (USA), National Representative of Greece in the European Space Agency (ESA), member of the Academy of Athens are only some of the successful scientist’s titles.
In 1999, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) named an asteroid after the Greek scientist (“8323 Krimigis”). In 2002, during the International Space Development Conference he was honored with the Cospar Space Science Award, which is the highest honor given by the international space community. He has also awarded twice with the NASA Gold Medal and with other certificates for excellent scientific achievement by other companies. Greece honored him in 1995 with the Phoenix Gold Cross. “When you do research in space throughout your whole life, if you are not optimistic about the machines you make, then you can’t work like that. But, the most important is to have partners who are able to offer and whom you can trust”, the scientist says.
Stamatis Krimigis moved to the USA at the age of 19 to attend college. In 1961 he gained a Physics diploma from the University of Iowa, where he worked as a professor of Physics and Astronomy. In 1968 he became head of the Space Physics and Space Instruments Team of the Applied Physics Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University. He has been selected several times by NASA as head researcher of many scientific teams for the design and the construction of the machines for its pioneer spacecrafts “Voyager-1” and “Voyager-2”, “Galileo”, “Cassini” and many others. Two days ago, Stamatis Krimizis was nominated honorary professor of the International University of Greece, in Thessaloniki.
The 16 Greek doctors working at the military hospital in Kabul, where at least three people were killed on Saturday morning by an explosion whose causes were not yet known, were reported in good health.
According to an announcement by the press service of the Afghan Defense ministry, “many” other people were wounded by the explosion, while civilians and soldiers are among the victims.
The causes of the explosion are being probed, according to the Afghan ministry. (source: ana-mpa)
“Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway have decided to suspend payments of EEA (European Economic Area) grants to Greece until further notice. The decision is based on Greece’s failure to fulfill its obligations. “The payments that are being suspended are related to the period 2004-2009. Approximately NOK13 million ($2.4 million) has been disbursed so far. The rest, which is approximately NOK235 million, will be frozen for the time being.
“The EEA grants are to be used to fund various projects designed to reduce economic and social disparities in Central and Southern Europe.
“Greece has undertaken to co-finance 50% of the cost of each project. This has not been followed up. Moreover, it is unclear whether all the funds that have already been disbursed to the Greek authorities have been transferred to the appropriate recipients.
“Norway cannot accept such breaches of the rules and has requested the Greek authorities to take care of the matter and to document how the funds have been spent.” (source: Dow Jones Newswires)
The 29th Greek Festival of Sydney scheduled for March 26th – May 28th, has a special celebration of folk music from the 60’s to now.
Musical director George Nikolopoulos with Iirini Vakondiou, Nick Lazarus and some of Australian’s most talented musicians will take their audience down memory lane with exciting sounds of Greek folk music, from classic and contemporary pop, rock and entechno to jazz, funk and reggae. Their performances will certainly evoke feelings of nostalgia as rhythms of the past will be brought to life with new, original interpretations.
The concert will include songs from the Olympians, 2002 GR, Pyx Lax, Katsimixaoi, Alexiou, Locomondo, Hatzigiannis, and also classic songs of Plessas, Hatzidakis and Loizos.
This special celebration of music from a bygone era will be hosted at Notes Live, 73-75, Enmore Road, Newtown. Doors will open at 7:00 pm and admission: $15 (show only), $35 (food and show) – booking fees apply.
