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MATTHEW FUTTERMAN
The Parisian lockdown is winding down. During the daylight hours, the streets of the French capital are alive for everyone to enjoy once more — except the world’s best tennis players.
Greek authorities announced 932 new cases of coronavirus and 35 fatalities in the past 24 hours Saturday. A total of 416 patients remain intubated in intensive care units.
The UK’s decision to keep Greece, Spain and other popular destinations on its list of countries where quarantine is required for all returning visitors has sent jitters across the European tourism industry.
Turkey’s Defense Minister Hulusi Akar has reiterated his country’s demand that Greece demilitarize its Aegean islands off the Turkish coast.
Joe Biden’s National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan spoke with his Greek counterpart Thanos Dokos on Friday to discuss the deepening relations between the two countries.
The Greek political world celebrated World Environment Day on June 5.
As we have all ascertained, climate destabilization has led to an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather conditions worldwide.
NEWS
Couples ending their marriage will be able to get their divorce papers online from the gov.gr portal and through an authorized attorney as of July under the new family law, with the divorce expected to come through in just 10 days.
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ECONOMY
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The fifth Greek-German Economic Forum, titled “Vision of Growth – Emblematic Investments,” runs on Tuesday with the participation of nine top government officials from Greece and Germany.
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SPORTS
Fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas was handed his first real test at this year’s French Open before he subdued big-serving American John Isner 5-7 6-3 7-6(3) 6-1 to move into the fourth round on Friday.
CULTURE
Seeking to breathe new life into its building following a radical renovation, the Goethe Institute in Athens invited Elena Papadopoulou and Maya Tounta to curate the space and create an exhibition.
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