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WEBGreece has completed the re-privatisation of its banking sector by selling a 10% stake in the National Bank of Greece, raising €690 million to help reduce public debt. The sale, managed by the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF), saw high investor interest, with oversubscription 12 times over.
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WEB1 day ago · Greece Sets Final Price for National Bank Equity Offering at €7.55 per Share. Greece’s Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF) has finalised the price of the National Bank of Greece equity offering at €7.55 per share. The sale, which involved a 10% stake in the bank, was met with high demand, being oversubscribed by 12 times.
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WEB1 day ago · All the latest Greek News from Greece and the world in chronological order by Greek City Times Economy, travel, business, features and Greek videos. A devastating wildfire in Corinthia, Greece has tragically claimed the historic Church of Panagia Katafygia. The nearly 240-year-old church, a symbol of refuge and resilience for …
The Ancient Greeks had two words for time: Chronos and Kairos – …
WEBAug 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 Proverbs - Greek City Times
WEBMay 15, 2021 · Meaning: Out of sight, out of mind. You soon forget people or things that are no longer visible or present. Η καμήλα δε βλέπει την καμπούρα της. English translation: the camel does not see her own hump. Meaning: We easily criticize and point out the faults and weaknesses of others but we fail to see our own.
Smyrna: The History Of Asia Minor's Greatest Greek City
WEBMay 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 ...
Argos: The World’s Oldest Continuously Inhabited City - Greek …
WEBApr 28, 2023 · Argos, Greece, is considered to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and the oldest in Europe. Located in the northeastern Peloponnese region, Argos has a rich history that spans over three millennia, making it a fascinating destination for travellers who are looking to explore ancient Greece and its heritage.
Greek Orthodox Easter 2024 Dates, Differences And How It's …
WEBGreek Orthodox Easter 2024 is on 5 May, a few weeks after Catholic Easter 2024 and Protestant Easter 2024. If you are an early planner, here is a table with Easter dates for the current decade. Note that, in some years, Orthodox and Catholic / Protestant Easter fall on the same dates. This is the case for Easter 2025, which falls on 20 April.
Tracing the Greek Origins of Baklava: A Sweet Legacy Spanning …
WEBAug 9, 2023 · However, its roots trace back to the Byzantine era, emerging long before the Ottomans’ conquest of Constantinople. The Ottoman Empire’s expansion facilitated Baklavas’ introduction to the nations they conquered. Yet, its beginnings can be traced back to Ancient Greece, where a similar treat named “gastrin” or “koptoplakous ...
Greek-Canadian billionaire Andreas Apostolopoulos passes away …
WEBFeb 18, 2021 · Greek Canadian billionaire Andreas “Andy” Apostolopoulos passed away on Monday, at the age of 69. He is best known as the modest businessman who revitalized properties in empty business areas and communities, redeveloping them into useful income-producing assets. as a teenager in 1969 from Messini, Kalamata in Greece.