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Something to chew over in high heelsCHEWING gum, high heels, booming speakers and other modern plagues are seriously damaging Greece's 2500-year-old outdoor theatres and should be banned, according to the country's powerful archeological establishment. As the shows become more elaborate, with bulkier sets, high-volume speakers, and high heels clattering on the ancient marble, experts fear that theatres such as Epidavros, built 2400 years ago for men in leather sandals and relying on natural acoustics, are under threat. Add the wads of used chewing gum that regularly stud the old terraced marble seats, requiring painstaking removal, and the Central Archeological Council has declared war on modernity. more from daily news »
Have a nice cup of tea in the morning
A daily cup of green tea can help in preventing heart diseases, a new study suggests. The study led by Athens Medical School in Greece has found that drinking green tea can swiftly improve the function of (endothelial) cells lining the circulatory system. Endothelial dysfunction is a key event in the progression of atherosclerosis. Lead researcher Dr Nikolaos Alexopoulos conducted randomised trial involving the diameter measurement (dilatation) of the brachial artery of healthy volunteers on three separate occasions - after taking green tea, caffeine, and hot water (for a placebo effect). more from health & fitness »
Greek ostriches, cattle to be inspected after tick bite
The autorities in Greece on Thursday said it would run health inspections on ostrich farms and cattle in the north of the country after a woman died from a tick-borne haemorrhagic fever. The Greek agriculture ministry ordered the check after the 49-year-old woman, a resident of Rhodope prefecture near the border with Turkey, died last week, the semi-official Athens News Agency (ANA) said. "An epidemiological study will be held in ostrich and small ruminant farms in Thrace, Macedonia, Epirus and the northern Aegean islands," the ministry said in a statement. more from health & fitness »
Drug-dealing shepherds set up Crete crime empire
As befits a village that knows how to keep secrets, for most of the afternoon the drinkers in the taverna had been politely evasive about the illicit crops in the surrounding olive groves. Then, his tongue loosened by several glasses of home-made wine, one elderly man briefly began to talk. "For a long time, it was just anarchy," he said. "Police would not dare set foot here, even though the villagers were begging them to come. Yet the masterminds are still here - the police only caught the footsoldiers." more from daily news »

22nd World Congress on Dance Research in Athens
This is the largest gathering of dance specialists world-wide, the best opportunity to showcase one's work to a wide audience of practitioners, dance teachers, choreographers, researchers, journalists and organizers. 700 specialists from 64 countries took part in 2006. All forms of dance are represented. Strictly non-profit. Not to be confused with festivals, workshops, competitions, forums or open conferences. Venue is the Electra Palace Hotel, a 5-star hotel with roof swimming pool in Plaka, the picturesque old town of Athens under the Acropolis. more from daily news »
Peek-A-Boo Preschool - Putting Children First
PEEK-A-BOO PRESCHOOL caters to children between the ages of 2 ½ to 5 years. The school combines creative play with structural learning in an English speaking environment. A balance between these two factors provides an atmosphere in which a child’s emotional and social awareness can most readily develop. This is a particularly friendly preschool and the warm atmosphere really encourages children to relax and reach their upmost potential while enjoying every minute of their day. Register now and benefit from a 10% discount from your deposit. Click on the picture for more details or here for a link their website. more from specials »
Sotto Voce - Ideal Italian in Chalandri
Chalandri offers many gastronomical choices from all over the world. Being a well organized shopping center, nice resting spots are offered for refreshments and “supplies”, necessary equipment to the tired shopper who after recharging continues his consumption frenzy. more from dining guide »

 
• to 12 July - Sea Pastels in Hydra Museum of History
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• 1-5 July - Seeking Oedipus at the Athens Festival
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• 2-5 Jul - First International Convention on Modern Greek Studies
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• 3 July - 6 Sep The Crimson Rose
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• 4-6 July - Anti-Racism Festival
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• 2-6 July - 22nd World Congress on Dance Research At Electra Palace Hotel
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• 4-5 July - Happy Days at Epidaurus Festival
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• 5-6 July -Theatre in a Caravan at the Benaki Museum
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• 5-10 July - Three Duets at Peiraios 260
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• 6-10 July - 15th Hermoulis Guitar Festival
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• 31st July - Bjork Live in Athens
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• 01 Aug - Lenny Kravitz at the Lycabettus Theatre
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• August - BHCC Two Nations Quintessential Sports – Rugby & Cricket
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• 2 Aug - Iron Maiden at Terravibe
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• 27 Sept - Madonna In Athens
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