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Opening of New Acropolis Museum delayed
Culture Minister Michalis Liapis and a group of visitors admire a set of exhibits... |
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Idle talk chips away at trust
It's only natural that voters are unhappy with the government's decision to impose new taxes. What is unprecedented, on the other hand, is the administration's speculation of additional measures, including an assessment of income based on expenses (known here as «tekmirion»), an unfortunate stance that has fueled public disgruntlement.
Responsibility for the sore mood lies exclusively with Giorgos Alogoskoufis, Greece's economy and finance minister. |
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Malevolent neglect
In the heart of Athens, things are falling apart. The streets and smaller squares surrounding Omonia Square at the city’s center are becoming no-go areas for law-abiding citizens, as rival gangs clash over control of drug and prostitution rackets. Shopkeepers live in fear of crime, even as revenues shrink because customers move away. With suburban malls just now becoming the fashion in Athens, the city’s center was already threatened as a commercial district. But it was still attractive in terms of providing homes with a good location at affordable prices, as well as attracting people interested in trendy offices and edgy bars. There was just enough color and multiculturalism to make things interesting, breaking the monotony of the rest of the city. |
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