About Afroditi Lakkiotis

student in Ionian University, Department of foreign Languages and Translation.
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Greek Revolution of 1921 Fighter’s Manuscript Auctioned

This manuscript of the Greek fighter Christoforos Perrevos was sold for 29.500 euros. Perrevos was one of the greatest fighters during the Greek Revolution of 1921. This manuscript is one of the most important documents of modern history.  It is an invaluable source of information for the organisation of the residents of Souli, in western [...]

Greek Government Satisfied with Brussels Negotiations

The Greek government appears to be satisfied after negotiations that took place in Brussels concerning the Permanent Economic Policy Program. The Summit voted yes in order to amend the related text in the Treaty of Lisbon. However, there is a controversy about the details. According to some diplomats, there are going to be strict regulations [...]

Earthquake Jolts Milos Island

An alarming earthquake that measured 5.0 on the Richter scale hit the island of Milos. The quake has residents scared that more quakes will soon take place. The earthquake’s epicenter was in the sea region of the island. The focal depth appears to be around 103 km. Reportedly, it did not cause any damages or injuries. [...]

2,500 Positions Offered to Greeks in Greek Companies, Bulgaria

According to the President of the Greek-Bulgarian Chamber, Mr. Koutsikos, during the first bilateral meeting – Education and Business, about 2,500 Greeks are needed in Greek businesses in Bulgaria. 250 students and 50 businessemen attended the forum and discussed the potential to work in Bulgaria after their studies and after completing 2 months of training.  The two parts announced the [...]

December 11th Marks International Day for Children!

Today is the International Day for Children.  In many parts of the world kids are abused and die every day. According to Unicef, 22,500 children die due to lack of vaccines, clean water or starvation. One of the most encouraging facts is that today millions of children go to school; a much higher number than [...]

Greek Model Tzanetakou Scores Louis Vuitton Photo Shoot

Greek model Aveline Tzanetakou, who is nominated as Miss International Tourism, was offered an amazing opportunity with Louis Vuitton. Aveline was photographed in the U.S.A. dressed to a tee in the latest  Louis Vuitton creations.  The President of the couturier Caroline Crug, asked to see her look book and scheduled a photo shoot. The photoshoot took place in Athens [...]

Athenian Student Protestors Clash with Police

Today students protested in front of the Greek Parliament.  The protest was against the latest austerity measures.  Students clashed with police forces. Police fired tear gas at them after their protest march in central Athens. Reportedly no injuries or arrests took place. Numerous unions have scheduled a general strike for December the 15th. Student protest groups are staging [...]

Journalists Association President Harrassed in Athens

Panos Sobolos, the President of the Association of Journalists in Athens was vituparated in front of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance. The incident took place,while Sobolos was standing on the soapbox waiting for the speeches to start. Some bystanders threw bottles of water, red polish and verious objects at the president. He tried [...]

Heavy Rain Damages Mouzakaioi Village, Ioannina

The village Mouzakaioi located in Ioannina has been severly affected due to extreme weather conditions.  Severe rain has wreaked havoc in the western region of Greece for the last three days. Landslides and floods have plagued the village. The local cultural centre and three warehouses were washed away by the flooding.  Intermittent rains devastated the ground and numerous houses [...]

Ioannina is Covered in Snow!

The first snow of the season has started to fall!  The mountainous regions of the prefecture of Ioannina in western Greece are covered in snow.  Residents of Milia, Aetomilitsa, Furka and Vasilitsi were happy to wake up in the beautiful white scenery. The region’s temperature is around 2 degrees and the snow is about 15 cm high.

Celestial Light Show Visible in Greece!

Tonight the incredible celestial light show called the Leonid meteors will be visible in many parts of Greece. The light show began on the night of November 17th and will last into the following predawn skies on November 18th for many Greek cities. Today the phenomenon of shooting stars such as a common meteor collides at high rates [...]

Fate of the World Strategy Game Released in Greece in 2011

“Fate of the World” is a dramatic global strategy game that puts our future in your hands! Decide how the world would respond to rising temperatures, rising populations, dwindling sources, crumbling ecosystems and brave opportunities. “Fate of the World” is the most famous strategy game in the whole world and is going to be released in [...]