Greek American News Digest
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Nearly 100 migrants found naked at Greece-Turkey border in ‘deeply distressing’ incident
NBC News (Oct. 17)
The discovery of nearly 100 migrants found stripped naked near the border between Greece and Turkey has sparked an angry dispute between the neighbors and calls for an urgent investigation. read more
Germany sends Greece first tank batch from Ukraine swap deal
EURACTIV (Oct. 17)
Germany sent Greece the first batch of infantry fighting vehicles known as ‘Marder’ on Sunday (16 October) as part of a swap deal in return for which Greece will deliver 40 Soviet-designed tanks to Ukraine. read more
Greek Cypriots keeping north afloat
Cyprus Mail (Oct. 16)
As Turkish Cypriots go through one of the worst economic crises in their history, Greek Cypriot spending in the northern part of Cyprus has proven to be a significant contribution to the ailing sectors from hospitality to retail. read more
Grand Opening of Restored Synagogue in Greece
The National Herald (Oct. 18)
Members of Jewish Communities from all over the world attended the Grand Opening of the renovated Synagogue in Trikala, Greece this week. read more
France beats debutant Greece 34-12 in Rugby League World Cup
Associated Press (Oct. 17)
France warmed up for the Rugby League World Cup clash with England by defeating debutant Greece 34-12 on Monday. Greece was far from outclassed and threatened the French tryline. read more
Bulls sign K. Antetokounmpo to two-way contract
NBC Sports Chicago (Oct. 14)
All Kostas Antetokounmpo wanted was a chance. When he received one, he made the most of it. read more |