The director of the British Museum said on Saturday the museum had recovered some of the 2,000 items believed to have been stolen by an insider, but admitted the 264-year-old institution did not have all the records of its vast collection. Chairman of the board, George Osborne, acknowledged that the museum’s reputation had been tarnished by its poor management of thefts, which prompted the resignation of its director and raised questions about security and leadership. Osborne told the BBC on Saturday that 2,000 stolen items was a “very tentative figure” and that staff were working to identify any that were…
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President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with the family of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday on the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, during which King delivered his famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech. at the Lincoln Memorial. All of King’s children have been invited, White House officials said. The Democratic president made history by opening the Oval Office to King’s family. On August 28, 1963, the day of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, President John F. Kennedy welcomed King and other key march organizers into the Oval Office…
The American “superpower” resides in immigration based on merit, skills and “courage”, governed by a set of safe and structured policies and processes. America is the only nation in the world founded on an idea. As such, America is uniquely positioned to become a talent magnet and entrepreneurial growth engine of the global economy for the next century. We must capitalize on our unique ability to attract people who yearn for “life, freedom and the pursuit of happiness”. Before considering creative immigration solutions, the first step must be to secure US borders and work with Mexico to secure their borders…
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As a middle child nestled between favorite Central and lively Causeway, Wan Chai can sometimes easily be overlooked. But in reality, this neighborhood has turned into a dynamic neighborhood full of experiences. We’ve rounded up some of the best places in our Wan Chai guide so you can easily orient yourself on your next trip. Years ago, Wan Chai earned the reputation of being Hong Kong’s red-light district. However, it is now known for its eclectic mix of eating establishments, shops and local markets with stunning harbor views. If you ask us, there is always something going on in Wan…
What does it mean to be an entrepreneur?Although starting a business involves some level of risk taking, successful entrepreneurs are often strategic and calculated in their approach to risk.Last update 13 June 2023, 09:23 STIRepresentative image. Credit: iStockPhotoApple’s famous “Think Different” advertising campaign pays tribute to the misfits and rebels who are changing the world. Entrepreneurs belong to this same class of people: those who change the status quo. Their names are legendary and their successes are celebrated. Quite naturally, ambitious people turn to entrepreneurship.One of the main problems with blindly following the media narrative is the existence of a…
The summer timetable for urban rail means of transport (metro lines 1,2,3 and tram) begins on Monday, July 10 and will end on Sunday, September 3, reports ANA.During the above period, tram and metro services will be less frequent. More details on timetables are available on the website https://stasy.gr. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in Greece, The Greek Islands, Hotels in Greece, Trip to Greece, Greek destinations, Greek travel market, Greek tourism statistics, Greek tourism report Photo source: Wikimedia Commons License: CC-BY-SA Copyright: Minoa
A Nottingham mum who was stuck in Greece for three months after giving birth prematurely while on holiday has finally returned to the UK. Thurza Blagg, Since sherwoodgave birth to son Sindos at just 28 weeks on May 22. She was finally able to return to the UK on August 14 and says it’s “nice to be back”. When Ms. Blagg gave birth to Sindos, he weighed just one kilogram. Speaking on her return to the UK, the 32-year-old said: “It’s good to catch up on some time to bond. I feel like I missed a lot, and now we…
Dr. Anastasios Koularmanis, Director of the Department of Greek Education, will publish a series of articles focusing on Greek education, with particular emphasis on several day schools. Established in 1922, the community of the Three Hierarchs occupies a prominent place in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. A melting pot of immigrants from Greece, Russia, Georgia, Ukraine and Armenia, this community is deeply rooted in its commitment to preserving the Orthodox Christian faith, Hellenic culture and the Greek language. The community traced its origins to Coney Island, Brooklyn, where three visionary businessmen – Vasilios, Ioannis and Gregorios – embarked on…
On August 21, President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Greece to attend the Ukraine-Balkans summit. There, the leaders of 11 southeastern countries sign THE Athens Declaration, reaffirming their support for Ukraine and underlining their commitment to the EU. In doing so, they demonstrated genuine European values, leaving other EU members, including Russia’s proxies, to take notice. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis issued the eight-point statement in which the leaders reiterated their support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression, underlining Europe’s commitment to common principles, unity and the rule of law. Participants welcomed President Zelensky’s principles of peace, in accordance…