Sub-Dividing a Small Nation and Regions ... Oct 30, 2009
That is how democratic governance was started in ancient Athens in 587BC. And that is how it is done in places like America today for people to elect their own city council and empower them to collect taxes and design a budget and manage affairs for the people. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Olympic Flame on its way to Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Oct 30, 2009
ATHENS, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- The Olympic Flame for Vancouver's 21st Winter Olympic Games, which was kindled last week at Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics, was officially handed over to the Canadian delegation by the Greek Olympic Committee on Thursday evening in Athens ... Greek actress Maria Nafpliotou, playing the role of high priestess, lights a torch during a handover ceremony in Athens at Panathenian stadium in Athens October 29,2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Rick Steves offers tips for healthy, happy travels Oct 29, 2009
It was my last day in Athens after spending several weeks producing two exciting television shows on Greece. My brain was fried. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Newest Falcon says game will be 'crazy' Oct 29, 2009
They're one of the top teams in the NFL." Stecker could be an important midseason addition for the Falcons, who were short-handed in Sunday's 37-21 loss at Dallas. Fullback Ovie Mughelli has missed two straight games with a calf injury. Norwood missed last week's game with his hip injury and was a spectator for Wednesday's light workout. Snelling had seven carries for 68 yards against the Cowboys and "could warrant more touches" against the Saints, Smith said. Mughelli may be more likely than... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rebels cross country team advances to state Oct 29, 2009
Also from the Northern Lakes Conference, the Three Lakes team, placing second at the Athens Sectionals, will advance to state. Tell us what you think. (Forest Republican, WI)
NASA contractor meets with Athens Academy sixth-graders Oct 28, 2009
com Dr. Lester Morales, an education specialist from Penn State University working under contract for NASA and the Kennedy Space Center, stood before a group of sixth-graders at Athens Academy and suggested that one day, one among them might have an opportunity to walk on Mars ... Dr. Lester Morales lectures to a sixth-grade science class at Athens Academy about NASA's space program and mankind's quest for space travel ... Athens Academy science teacher Drew Brantley, left, and Morales install a... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Joyce left with scraps as Dixon takes the loot Oct 27, 2009
If Joyce plans to fight back and regain market share on the European services it has relinquished in recent years - particularly to southern European destinations like Rome and Athens - it will most likely be with Jetstar, not Qantas. During Dixon's tenure, Qantas ran a fairly sophisticated treasury operation that cleverly hedged currency and fuel price movements. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Photo: Sustainable scarecrows Oct 26, 2009
The Flying Monkey scarecrow, made by Meg and Randy Hall, is displayed Saturday at the Lyndon House Arts Center in Athens ... In the photo at lower left, The Flying Monkey scarecrow, made by Meg and Randy Hall, is displayed Saturday at the Lyndon House Arts Center in Athens ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, October 26, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
British Airways & Las Vegas, Sure Winners! Oct 26, 2009
Five European cities have been common rated from Las Vegas with roundtrip fares to Paris, Milan, Rome, Madrid and Athens all the same at $358 in the World Traveller (economy) cabin. All introductory roundtrip fares are valid for travel from Nov. 2 through Dec. 20, 2009, and then Dec. 24, 2009, through March 28, 2010. (Primezone Releases)
OT loss ends thrilling district run for Stallions Oct 24, 2009
In the Oct. 20 semifinal matches, Troy Athens scored a goal in overtime to defeat Stevenson, before the Stallions went to another shoot-out to eliminate Utica. Could the championship game between Troy Athens and Sterling Heights continue the drama ... Troy Athens held a 2-1 with under a minute to play in regulation when a corner kick by Sterling Heights' Agron Paljaj found the foot of teammate Mark Tarazhi, who scored with 42 seconds left, tying the game and sending it into overtime. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Notebook: Classic City rivalry among best Oct 22, 2009
cochran@onlineathens ... cochran@onlineathens ... But it only took one game between his Jaguars and rival Clarke Central to sell the Cedar Shoals coach on Athens' biggest high school football rivalry. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sports bus reinstated by C-A board Oct 22, 2009
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2009 2:19 AM EDT ATHENS School officials voted to reinstate the after-school sports bus serving Athens residents after a capacity crowd in the E.J. Arthur Elementary School cafetorium urged the Coxsackie-Athens Central School District Board of Education to restore the service. Several Athens officials and concerned residents raised issue with the board s decision to cut the bus from the 2009-10 school budget, citing potential detrimental effects it would have on... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Kinston will hit the road Oct 19, 2009
Athens Drive used a lopsided first half to cruise to victory over Panther Creek on Friday night, 46-6. After scoring just three points during the first 23 minutes, Middle Creek scored 31 points in a hurry to defeat Cary 34-5 on Friday night before a capacity homecoming crowd at Middle Creek. (News & Observer -- Sports)
For author of ‘Not Now, Voyager,’ there’s no place like home Oct 18, 2009
She has been to Bologna, Paris, Orkos, Athens, Kingston, Miami Beach - and, of course, upstate New York. She takes it all in with a keen eye for the inner as well as the outer landscapes of her travels, and seems to have enjoyed the writing most of all, since I didn t have to move physically, but I had been far afield and then circled back. (Boston Globe)
Shame on you for missing the games Oct 17, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cougars shock Wakefield 47-0 Oct 17, 2009
Athens Drive used a lopsided first half to cruise to victory over Panther Creek on Friday night, 46-6. N.C. State will likely start the basketball season without freshman forward Richard Howell, who injured his left knee in preseason workouts. (News & Observer -- Sports)
London travel fares to increase Oct 16, 2009
Pledge to reform Athens police. Hunger to Learn: Rebuilding L'Aquila. (BBC News -- Business)
Prized penny stolen Oct 16, 2009
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Catalonia says no to happy hour Oct 16, 2009
Pledge to reform Athens police. E-readers are becoming 'affordable. (BBC News -- Europe)
Notebook: Region 8-AA race still to be settled Oct 15, 2009
cochran@onlineathens ... cochran@onlineathens ... Returning to Region 8-A play this week, Athens Academy wants to get back on the winning side of the region after losing to Commerce 28-7 two weeks ago. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lawmaker wants Olympiakos answers from NBA Oct 15, 2009
" King insisted that allegations of American players being defrauded in Europe carried symbolic importance for other expatriates working abroad. "Our citizens traveling overseas and working overseas should know that our government and corporate structure are doing all we can to protect them and their interests," he said. The goodwill tour turned into a fiasco Monday when American agent Gary Ebert, who also represents Morris, filed a report with police in Shreveport, La., alleging that he... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
King of the Socceroos Oct 15, 2009
He played for his new country at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Then-coach Guus Hiddink used him as a substitute in the opening match at the 2006 World Cup, and he scored twice to save Australia from an early exit in their group match against Japan. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Traces remain after USSR Oct 14, 2009
Unlike Rome or Athens, where the tourist is called upon to imagine the glory that once was, in Moscow you have to visualize what wasn't there. Walk into a food store and imagine the shelves empty; picture the store without a clever name or attractive logo its sign would have read only meat or milk or products. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Rain interfering as softball playoffs arrive Oct 13, 2009
cochran@onlineathens ... cochran@onlineathens ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Tuesday, October 13, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Duo stepping up for Tigers Oct 11, 2009
cochran@onlineathens. com Since starting its Region 8-A schedule against Athens Academy, the Tigers of Commerce have had a pair of players step out in front and lead the team to important wins ... cochran@onlineathens. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Today's Best Bets Oct 11, 2009
Athens to Atlanta Road Skate ... Free, thanks to sponsorship by the Athens-Clarke County Public Utilities Department ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, October 11, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
7-night Greek Isles cruise, from $1,082 Oct 10, 2009
The ultra-sleek, modern yacht sets sail from Athens Marina Zeas on October 30, and visits Kinisia on the island of Kea ... Before returning to Athens, passengers can enjoy the trendy shops, restaurants, and nightspots in Spetses ... And for an added value, Variety Cruises is giving its passengers a complimentary 2-night stay at the deluxe Ledra Marriot Hotel, as well as a free half-day city tour of Athens. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Church roundup Oct 9, 2009
Church announcements are published each Friday in the Athens Banner-Herald as a free public service ... Athens Bread of Life Church ... WINTERVILLE - Athens Bread of Life Church, 302 Athens Road. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Riots push Greece to edge Oct 5, 2009
By Malcolm Brabant BBC News, Athens. Pulsating punk rock was stoking up the black-clad army of students outside the University of Athens, as, yet again, they prepared to march on parliament ... The unrest across Greece is no longer an outpouring of youthful anger over the "martyrdom" of a schoolboy in the Athens district of Exarchia. (BBC News -- Europe)
Europe dominates list of top pickpocket traps Oct 3, 2009
Athens, GreeceWhether visiting the Parthenon on the Acropolis, or anything else in this magnificent historic city, keep your bags close. 10. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Cidade Dos Olympics: Rio Was The Likelier Choice Oct 3, 2009
Five years ago in Athens, the No. 1 fear was terrorism ... Athens also struggled in its preparations for the Games even while officials insisted things were on-track ... And it's exactly that type of story that can kill attendance numbers for an Olympics, the way the "Athens is unprepared" news cycle left that city's venues threadbare for at least the first week in '04. (ABC 7 News, DC)
‘Era of engagement’ includes Cuba Oct 2, 2009
Anya Landau French, a native of Athens, is research director of the New America Foundation s U.S.-Cuba Policy Initiative in Washington, D.C.. Inside AJC.COM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Playoffs or not, Braves strong finish bodes well for future Oct 1, 2009
I saw a terrific show Monday night at the 40-Watt Club in Athens, where an R.E.M. reunion nearly broke out at the Minus 5/Baseball Project show ... I m really jealous, and feel dumb, because I live in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Europes hiddengems Sep 30, 2009
In Greece, most visitors flock to the Acropolis in Athens. But just five hours north by car, near the mountain town of Kalambaka, the ancient monasteries of Metora rise from the tops of giant rock formations. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Wade 'very hopeful' for Chicago's chances Sep 30, 2009
Wade is a two-time Olympian, having been part of both the Athens and Beijing Games. He was the leading scorer for the Americans last summer in China, when the "Redeem Team" won gold. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Holyfield becomes Lean Green Fighting Machine Sep 25, 2009
Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Friday, September 25, 2009 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
3,400 to swim, bike, run in Augusta half-triathlon Sep 24, 2009
706-955-0067 () Athens Top Jobs Must have high school diploma or equivalent; experience with forklift and pallet jacks. Basic computer experience required. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Web Exclusive: World Cup visitors to stay on cruise ships Sep 24, 2009
The One Ocean Club has extensive experience in using passenger vessels as floating hotels during sporting events such as the Olympic Games in Sydney and Athens. It has partnered with a Cape Town -based tour operator, IKapa Tours and Travel, to provide tours for the passengers in the Western Cape and also around Port Elizabeth and Durban. (Business Report, South Africa)
The Imaginary Pirate of Globalization, Antoine Garapon, Eurozine Sep 23, 2009
Thucydides of Athens], Paris, Ellipses, coll. " Les textes fondateurs ", 2002, 116-117). (Harper's Magazine)
Athens no longer cheap, but bargains exist Sep 22, 2009
ATHENS, Greece Athens is no longer a discount destination. This photo taken Sept. 18, 2009 shows tourists in front of the Parthenon temple on the top of Acropolis hill in Athens ... (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris) This photo taken Sept. 18, 2009 shows tourists looking at the temple of Festus in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
With SEC foes looming, LSU needs to step into high gear Sep 21, 2009
It is the first of two Bulldogs-on-the-road games for the Tigers, who travel to Athens the following week to face No. 21 Georgia, before returning home for games against No. 1 Florida and Auburn. It was in Starkville that the 2007 national championship team announced itself. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Notebook: Battle has last laugh against Gladiators Sep 20, 2009
cochran@onlineathens ... cochran@onlineathens ... The close of Week 4 marks the beginning of region play for the rest of the Athens area. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Saint Basil the Great Sep 19, 2009
Basil was then sent to both Constantinople and Athens to study, both also home to some of the great teachers of the day. Basil was already becoming known for his dedication and brilliance. (Suite101.com)
UEFA trials 5 officials as Europa League takes off Sep 17, 2009
" A knee ligament injury to Everton captain Phil Neville has given the Toffees defensive problems prior to the visit of AEK Athens in Group I. The former England man had been pencilled in to replace suspended right-back Tony Hibbert, as new signing Jonny Heitinga is ineligible. Claudio Ranieri takes Italian giants Roma to Switzerland's FC Basel in his first European assignment after replacing the sacked Luciano Spalletti. The 'Giallorossi' began life under Ranieri with a 2-1 league win at Siena... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Man allegedly asks guests to leave with shotgun Sep 17, 2009
-- An Athens man was accused of pointing a shotgun at visitors in his home in order to get them to leave. The man, 74 was charged with three counts of aggravated assault. (Fresno Bee)
Iraqi who threw shoes at Bush released from prison Sep 15, 2009
At the family's home, his brother Uday said al-Zeidi would travel to Athens for medical checkups and because he was worried about his safety in Iraq. "He fears for his life," Uday said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Iraqi Shoe-Thrower Freed, Brother Says Sep 15, 2009
At the family's home, his brother Uday said al-Zeidi would travel to Athens for medical checkups and because he was worried about his safety in Iraq. On Tuesday morning, a crowd of about 50 journalists and TV crews gathered outside the family's home in a commercial district of the capital. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Repaving could clog Downtown Connector Sep 12, 2009
Those lanes should be reopened in time for game-day traffic headed to Athens for the University of Georgia's home opener against South Carolina at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Inside AJC.COM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
2016 Olympics vote to be close: IOC president Sep 11, 2009
" Rogge said past votes have been won due to "charismatic bid leaders who really put their stamp" on the process. He singled out Gianna Angelopoulos, who led the Athens bid for the 2004 Games. "People trusted Gianna and then they awarded the games to Athens," he said. Rogge said he believes most IOC members already know their choice for 2016, but that "two or three or four votes" could be swung by the final presentations on the day of the vote. Rogge welcomed the vote by the Chicago city council... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Rogge: 2016 race will hinge on 'couple of votes' Sep 11, 2009
He singled out Gianna Angelopoulos, who led the Athens bid for the 2004 Games. "People trusted Gianna and then they awarded the games to Athens," he said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Sep 7, 2009
Greece's inability to tackle an illegal immigration crisis has left thousands living in shanty towns and squatting in the heart of Athens. Sir Terry Wogan is to quit his BBC Radio 2 breakfast show, with Chris Evans taking over the slot. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Greece's Karamanlis, Seeking Re-election, Sees `Great Risks' for Economy Sep 6, 2009
To contact the reporters on this story: in Athens at. Last Updated: September 5, 2009 15:18 EDT. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Bawayan, Rosemond pace Clarke Central Sep 6, 2009
The Gladiators travel down to Athens Academy next Saturday to compete in the Spartan Eikiden. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, September 06, 2009 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sorting fact from friction Sep 6, 2009
Del Harris, a Bulls assistant last season, guided China to the 1996 Olympic quarterfinals in Athens, and Lithuanian Jonas Kazlauskas coached China to the quarterfinals in Beijing last year. Classiest of the classes The incoming class at the Basketball Hall of Fame could be the best in terms of accomplishments, prestige, and ability. (Boston Globe)
Greece, hotel/cruise/6 nights, from $750 Sep 5, 2009
A taste of ancient history in Athens, a sail in the Aegean Sea and more ... The Real Deal: Six nights' accommodations (two in Athens at the and four in an outside cabin aboard Louis Cruise Lines' ), breakfast daily in Athens, port transfers, all meals and some nonalcoholic beverages aboard the ship, free shipboard accommodations for kids ages 16 and under, hotel taxes and service charges, porterage of one suitcase per person, and a USTOA Consumer Protection Guarantee, from $750 per personplus... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Bourses, symbol of capitalism, and a soft target for terror groups Sep 4, 2009
MUMBAI: The car bomb blast that has damaged the Athens Stock Exchange luckily seems to have only slightly injured one person ... Until this Athens blast it looked anti-capitalist attacks on stock exchanges were on the waneat least of the explosive kind. (India Times)
Stock exchanges emerge soft target for terrorists Sep 3, 2009
MUMBAI: The car bomb blast that has damaged the Athens Stock Exchange luckily seems to have only slightly injured one person. The Greek government has denounced it as t 00004000 he work of a far left group, most probably the Revolutionary Struggle urban terrorist organisation, which was established after last years riots over the police shooting of a teenage boy. (India Times)
Nightmare Inc Sep 2, 2009
Page last updated at 15:11 GMT, Tuesday, 1 September 2009 16:11 UK. The unravelling of Germany's Arcandor. (BBC News -- Europe)
Scrubbing Up Sep 2, 2009
Bomb hits Athens stock exchange. Boy's love of trains sparks alert. (BBC News -- UK)
SkyEurope collapse hits passengers Sep 2, 2009
Bomb hits Athens stock exchange. Sharp drop' in Afghan opium crop. (BBC News -- Europe)
Earth experiment could buy time Sep 2, 2009
Page last updated at 09:10 GMT, Tuesday, 1 September 2009 10:10 UK. Earth experiment could buy precious time. (BBC News -- Science)
Roundup: McCurry's two-hitter lifts Prince Avenue to win Sep 2, 2009
Prince Avenue (12-2, 1-0) will play at 4:45 p.m. Thursday at Athens Christian ... ATHENS ACADEMY SPLITS: At Watkinsville, Athens Academy, ranked No. 1 in Class AA/A polls, suffered its first loss of the season, falling to No. 2 Wesleyan 25-16, 17-25, 22-25 ... The Spartans opened the day with a 25-16, 25-18 victory over Oconee County, Athens Academy's first win over the Warriors since 2005. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ferry Services to Albania from Ital... Aug 31, 2009
Athens and Heraklion in Greece. Frankfurt, Munich and Stuttgart in Germany. (Suite101.com)
Road run not kind to United Aug 29, 2009
Arsenal's odds for the Champions League dropped from 12-1 to 9-1 within seconds of being drawn against Olympiakos, AZ Alkmaar and Standard Liege, hardly a route march through Europe despite the Athens jaunt. Arsenal, with their current exuberance, should quality comfortably. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Typhoid Fever Cases In U.S. Linked To Foreign Travel Aug 27, 2009
23, 2006) Scientists have for many years debated the cause of the Plague of Athens. Analysis carried out by Manolis Papagrigorakis and colleagues using DNA collected from teeth from an ancient Greek burial pit. (Science Daily)
