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1 day ago · Vardis Vardinoyannis, the prominent Greek shipping magnate and head of the Vardinoyannis Group, has died at age 91. A key figure in the Greek economy, he was also known for his resistance against the Greek military junta. Athens Polytechnic Opens for 51st Anniversary of Historic Uprising.
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3 days ago · In 2023, the average annual full-time adjusted salary in the EU rose by 6.5% to €37,900, highlighting overall wage growth across the bloc. However, significant disparities remain, with Greece reporting one of the lowest averages at €17,000, far behind top earners like Luxembourg (€81,100) and Denmark (€67,600).
Discover Your Greek Name Day: A Complete Guide to Saints
Jan 11, 2024 · For Greeks, a name day transcends a birthday. It’s a celebration woven into the rhythm of faith, marking the feast day of the saint who shares your name (or its meaning). So, if you’re a John, January 7th – the feast of Aghios Ioannis – becomes your date with destiny, a day to be showered with “Chronia Polla!” (Many happy years!).
What Is Greek Mountain Tea and Why Is It So Good For You?
Jan 30, 2024 · Here’s a glimpse into the potential health benefits of mountain tea: Boosts the immune system: Mountain tea’s anti-inflammatory properties and high antioxidant content may help prevent infections and illnesses. Aids digestion: The tea’s soothing properties can promote healthy digestion and alleviate stomach discomfort.
The Ancient Greeks had two words for time: Chronos and Kairos – …
Aug 14, 2022 · Chronos refers to time as we usually mean it: a sequence of equal parts. There are twenty four hours in a day, and each hour is the same length of time. Kairos refers to the way in which certain moments are more important or influential than others. A clock can’t measure that, but it’s undeniable that some times are much more significant ...
The Best Greek One-Liners - Greek City Times
May 23, 2021 · If you grew up in a Greek household chances are that you have heard more than your share of classic one-liners, whether it be from your pappou, yiayia, father, mother, your theo or thea. Developed over time, a lot of idiomatic phrases may seem random to one who isn’t a native speaker, as they rely on analogies and metaphors that are relevant ...
Greek soccer made available to all Greeks around the world
Oct 26, 2020 · Satellite TV platform Nova on Friday launched an online pay-TV sports channel, “Novasports World,” addressed to the diaspora around the world and fans of Greek soccer, providing them the opportunity to watch live and on-demand all the matches of the Greek Super League, and a variety of other shows.. Novasports World will air live all Super League games from the regular season to the ...
The Best Greek Proverbs - Greek City Times
May 15, 2021 · The Best Greek Proverbs. by Natalie Martin. 00. Nothing defines a culture as distinctly as its language. And the element of language that best encapsulates a society’s values and beliefs is its proverbs – a collection of sayings providing words of wisdom about how to best live your life. Called “οι παροιμίες” in Greek ...
Smyrna: The History of Asia Minor’s Greatest Greek City
May 18, 2022 · Smyrna was one of the greatest Ancient Greek cities to have existed in Asia Minor, today’s Turkey. Before being Christianised, and long before being Islamified, it once had a temple dedicated to Athena and was the residence of the epic poet Homer. Rebuilt during the Hellenistic era, it flourished for some time, becoming a hub of Armenian and ...