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1. Boston Hotels: Enjoy a grand stay at the "Athens of America" November 01, 2009 Boston, with its rich Irish cultural heritage and bustling activity, is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. This city has a rich culture. It is one of the favorite destinations of the vacationers and business people. The city boasts of many luxury, semi luxury hotel and affordable hotels to accommodate the large number of people who visit it. There is wide range of hotels to cater to the variety of tastes of varied number of people. There are luxury hotel for people who want to live in style and luxury. ... (read more) Author: john ashley

2. Look out for pickpockets! October 24, 2009 September 25th, 2009 It's not an award that any city wants to achieve but Barcelona has been ranked the pickpocket capital of the world. This is according to the review website TripAdvisor.com with the renowned area, La Rambla, being a particular pickpocket hotspot. Other cities which feature high on the pickpocket list include Rome, Prague, Madrid, Florence, Athens and Amsterdam in Europe and Buenos Aires and Hanoi further afield. Regrettably the high incidence of theft abroad goes largely unreported. But it is a growing problem and affects thousands of holidaymakers abroad each yea... (read more) Author: Neil Dennis

3. The Acropolis of Athens October 22, 2009 The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most spectacular ancient sites in the whole world, a legacy of perhaps the most influential civilisation that has ever existed and a testament to the enduring ideas that underpin most of what we currently know and believe in the West. With many companies, such as TravelZoo, now offering low cost holidays to Athens, visiting this unique site (now designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is now easier than ever before. Once you arrive in Athens you'll notice it's hard to miss the Acropolis: the name itself means high city. It's an apt description - from... (read more) Author: David Davies

4. HotelModels: Exclusive Ladies in Athens just for YOU October 11, 2009 In this world there are so many escort agencies who all have beautiful girls for you to meet. HotelModels is different. We work together with ladies not girls. Is there a difference you might wonder. Yes, there is. Meeting one of our ladies is like having a date with someone special. All our ladies are social, well-educated, speak English and have class. They all know how to make a gentleman feel on top of the world. They understand the stress of daily life and know how to make you forget that, so that you can experience complete relaxation. You must be thinking: this sounds too perfe... (read more) Author: Sandra Hummel

5. Greek PM-Elect Papandreou Calls for Economic Revival October 05, 2009 Greek socialist leader George Papandreou, the apparent winner of Sunday's national election, has told supporters he plans to lead the country on a course of recovery, development and creation.Greek Socialist Party leader George Papandreou, waves to supporters outside his partys headquarters in central Athens, 4 Oct. 2009Mr. Papandreou, the son and grandson of former prime ministers, has promised a $4.4 billion stimulus package to revive the national economy.U.S. President Barack Obama called Mr. Papandreou Sunday to congratulate him on his victory. Mr. Obama said he looks forward to working w... (read more)

6. Greek Conservatives Concede Election Defeat October 04, 2009 Greek Socialist party supporters react as they watch exit poll results from the parliamentary elections on a display in AthensGreece's ruling conservative party has conceded defeat in Sunday's national election.Prime Minister Costas Karmanlis acknowledged a Socialist victory after early results showed the opposition Socialist (PASOK) party more than seven percent ahead of his New Democracy Party.With a fifth of the ballots counted, an official projection put the Socialists at about 43 percent of the vote and the conservatives at about 36 percent. Final results are expected Monday.The interior ... (read more)

7. Gym for your need September 14, 2009 Considering everyday’s busy schedule where career, family life and social activities have to join together, someone can hardly think of including any kind of training in it. However, hard work should not discourage you from caring about your health and the proper functioning of your body. You will also need time to find out the most suitable gym for you since many parameters have to be taking into consideration before your make your final choice. Such as the gym location, the prices, the clientele, the equipments & machines it uses, the presence of personal & professional training, etc. ... (read more) Author: alexander mirandes

8. Top Picks in Light Blue Shoes September 14, 2009 If blue is your favorite color, pick up a pair of light blue shoes for the spring and summer months! These top picks in light blue shoes from sandals to casual to active shoes are great for the woman who loves the color blue and wants everyone to know it!The Athens Flip Flop by Crocs is a great choice for the woman seeking a comfortable pair of flip flops. Comfortable with an orthopedic foot bed that molds to your foot, these shoes will make you feel as if you are walking on clouds. With a slip resistant non-marking sole, this flip flop is anti-microbial and color resistant, yet weighs only ou... (read more) Author: Joyce Amerson

9. The craftsmanship of sterling silver jewelry September 10, 2009 When we think of silver, the first thing that comes to mind is sterling silver jewelry. Yet, the history of silver and the uses for silver are rich and varied. According to The Silver Institute, a worldwide association of silver miners, refiners, fabricators, and manufacturers, the area today known as Turkey was the first location where silver was mined. That was around 4000 B.C. Around 1200 B.C., the center of silver mining moved to an area near Athens. According to The Silver Institute, during the height of production, the mines near Athens produced about one million troy ounces each y... (read more) Author: ya ling

10. Merciless Persecution of Oromo Students by the Neo-Nazi Abyssinian dictator Meles Zenawi September 10, 2009 Almost 500 km in the south of Finfinne – defamatorily called Addis Ababa by the 19th and 20th century barbaric and criminal Amhara monarchs – is located Arba Minch, a purely Oromo city. This is not the place of the Amharas of Gondar (around the lake Tana), neither is it home to the Tigray Abyssinians of Mekele (close to the Eritrean border). Athens belongs to Greece; and it was never home to Germans who live in the North of Europe. Yet, one could meet in Athens many Germans and even read inscriptions in German in various spots in the Athens streets for an unfortunate period of 3.5 years.... (read more) Author: Santosh Vishwakarma

11. The Journey to Steel—One Couple's Story September 10, 2009 It has been said that happiness is a journey, not a destination—and for retirees Gary and Shyrl Olinger, that journey involves an Airstream trailer and a steel carport. “Our Airstream is our vacation home on wheels,” says Shyrl, who lives in Athens County, OH with her husband Gary. “We go to Airstream rallies and caravans around the states and in Canada. These range from weekend rallies to caravans that can be from a week to six weeks or more. Most of our travel is between April and October since we like to stay home in the winter.” It was eight years ago when the Olinger’s bought ... (read more) Author: Brenda H Welch

12. Merciless Persecution of Oromo Students by the Neo-Nazi Abyssinian dictator Meles Zenawi August 27, 2009 Almost 500 km in the south of Finfinne – defamatorily called Addis Ababa by the 19th and 20th century barbaric and criminal Amhara monarchs – is located Arba Minch, a purely Oromo city. This is not the place of the Amharas of Gondar (around the lake Tana), neither is it home to the Tigray Abyssinians of Mekele (close to the Eritrean border). Athens belongs to Greece; and it was never home to Germans who live in the North of Europe. Yet, one could meet in Athens many Germans and even read inscriptions in German in various spots in the Athens streets for an unfortunate period of 3.5 years.... (read more) Author: jitesh gaikwad

13. Wildfires Force Thousands of Greeks to Flee Homes August 24, 2009 The Greek government is facing criticism for a fourth day from the public as a massive wildfire continues to threaten the suburbs of Athens. The fires have burned scores of houses and thousands of acres of forest near Athens as flames raged out of control, fanned by strong winds.There were sounds of people rushing, screaming, crying and even praying in the north of Athens as flames quickly approach their homes.A plane drops water as firefighters try to extinguish a burning forest in Dioni, 40 kilometers (25 miles) east of Athens, Greece, 24 Aug 2009Greek firefighters, now numbering over 2,000... (read more)

14. Fiery Flareups in Greece Cause More Damage August 24, 2009 The fire burns in front of houses in Drafti area, about 35 kilometers (23 miles) east of Athens, Greece, early Sunday, 23 Aug. 2009Thousands of Greeks have spent Sunday night outside of their homes after fleeing raging wildfires threatening communities on the outskirts of Athens.  Residents of Agio Stefanos, a community north of Athens were ordered out of their homes as the fire bore down on their town.  Firefighters managed to reduce the numerous wildfires around the Greek capital to a handful of fronts, but strong winds continued to push the fires south toward the city.  More ... (read more)

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16. Wild Fire in Greece Forces Evacuation of 10,000 August 23, 2009 The fire burns in front of houses in Drafti area, about 35 kilometers (23 miles) east of Athens, Greece, early Sunday, 23 Aug. 2009A raging wild fire swept into a suburb of Athens, Greece early Sunday, forcing authorities in one town to order 10,000 people to evacuate their homes.  The blaze broke out Friday on the outskirts of Athens, with firefighters and airplanes rushing to the suburbs, where flames swept through the dry brush land.The fires have been fanned by strong, hot winds and parched grass, and thousands of hectares of agricultural land and pasture have been scorched.Now nearly... (read more)

17. Athens, Alabama DUI Attorney August 18, 2009 Did you know that a DUI in Athens, Alabama can be quite costly even if it is your first offense? That is why many people who have been charged with a DUI in Athens, Alabama start to feel desperate if they are booked! Especially vulnerable are the people who were just passing through the state and have no knowledge of where to turn for help. If you fall under this category or if you are a resident of Alabama, the best option will be to contact the Athens, Alabama DUI lawyers from www.athens-dui-attorney.com/ or call (866) 348-2889. The attorneys at www.athens-dui-attorney.com/ are renowned fo... (read more) Author: Joseph Kreps

18. Immerse yourself in the History and culture of Athens this summer August 04, 2009 Of all the cities in the world you could visit for a culturally enriching city break, Athens is surely one of the most intriguing. With ancient ruins all over the city, various cultural events and festivals held annually, and a host of museums and galleries filled with ancient treasures, cultural enthusiasts are sure to come away with an experience to remember. So what are some of the most quintessential sights to visit on a historical getaway in Athens? Of course, you won’t want to miss what’s arguably the city’s most famous attraction - the Acropolis - which is also a UNESCO World He... (read more) Author: Isla Campbell

19. Guide to the Annual Athens Festival in Greece July 22, 2009 Guide to the Annual Athens Festival in Greece Every year, during the Athens Festival in Greece, the city’s ancient monuments are converted into theatres that overflow with crowds from around the world who come to experience the cultural magnificence of the city of Athens. Steeped in arts, history and culture, this ancient city hosts one of the largest celebrations of the art and culture in the world. Commonly known as the Hellenic Festival, the Annual Athens event is a four-month long cultural extravaganza that takes place through the summer months in Athens. Music, dance, theatre a... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

20. The Victorian Secrets of Leeds architecture July 09, 2009 The architecture of a city isn't necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when we think about particular holiday destinations in the UK. Stunning architecture, or acknowledgement of possessing such facilities, tends to be left to the more esteemed European cities, like Athens or Rome. However, the fact remains that many of the UK's cities are built on some of the most exquisite sites you will ever see, with breathtaking buildings breaking up city skylines, glorious churches adorning quiet downtown streets and magnificent monuments that need to be seen to be believed. One such un... (read more) Author: Andrew Regan

21. 2004 Olympian and Coach Rhadi Ferguson July 04, 2009 2004 Olympian and Coach Rhadi Ferguson Awarded the United States Olympic Committee Sports Science Award of the Year for Judo at the 2007 USA Judo National Championships Miami, Florida, April 21, 2007 - 2004 Olympian Rhadi Ferguson retired from Judo in 2005 after winning four National Championships and becoming one of the top 16 players in the World in Athens, Greece. Although he has retired from competing, once again, he did not leave the National Championships empty-handed. Ferguson was awarded the United States Olympic Committee's Sports Science Award of the Year for Judo. Since re... (read more) Author: Rhadi Ferguson

22. 12 Interesting Facts About Divorce Around the World July 02, 2009 You might think you know the basics of divorce, but not all divorces are created equal. In some countries, divorce is not even legally recognized. Here are some interesting facts about divorce in other cultures. • In ancient Athens, divorce was freely permitted. However, the person seeking divorce has to submit their request to a magistrate who then decided whether the reasons for the request were sufficient. • Malta does not permit divorce under the law of the country. Separation and annulment are permitted under the Civil Code and the Marriage Act respectively. • In Ireland, ... (read more) Author: Melissa Gordon

23. Parthenon Marbles or Elgin Marbles? New Museum Sparks Debate June 29, 2009 The opening of the new Acropolis Museum in Athens has raised thought-provoking questions about museum artifact ownership. This particular debate centers on the Parthenon Marbles (Elgin Marbles), a stunning façade or wall relief that was transported from Greece to the British Museum of Natural History between 1801 and 1805 by Thomas Bruce, 7th Lord of Elgin. So nefarious was his deed, the act of relocating precious artifacts from their natural or national context is now known as elginism and is specifically defined as “an act of cultural vandalism.” History is ripe with instances of elgini... (read more) Author: Rob Mabry

24. Beijing Olympics were the most polluted games ever, researchers say June 24, 2009 The Beijing Olympics of 2008 were the most polluted games ever with athletes and spectators exposed to dangerous level of smog, researchers have concluded. China’s Olympics had double the level of soot as Athens, triple the levels as Atlanta and 3.5 times higher than as Sydney. The level of toxic smog of soot particles in the air was so high that at times the sun was blotted out. Despite Chinese Government measures to reduce pollution around their capital city by shutting down factories, restricting car usage and slowing down construction, high levels of pollutants persisted. ... (read more) Author: Lawrence Ranario

25. Athens: The City Other Places Want to Be June 15, 2009 The writer Charles Caleb Colton once said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and this saying has now found its way in to common usage. Its message is clear and almost undeniable - and something that must make Athens feel a proud city. The capital of Greece - and the country's largest city to boot - is one of the world's oldest cities with recorded history going back around 3400 years. In that time it has been a centre for arts, philosophy and architecture and has been admired and copied from afar. Such is the reputation of Athens that other cities around the world oft... (read more) Author: Andrew Regan

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