ATHENS Top Stories

Are cold showers good for you? What the science says
A young woman cools down under a shower at Biarritz beach, southwestern France, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 as the hot weather continues across the country.
AP / Bob Edme
2024-07-24, CNN
You may have seen people jumping into frigid seas or stylish ice baths, claiming these dunks are good for heart health, muscle recovery, stress and more. This practice is...
Why is Greece introducing a six-day working week?
Late evening in Naxos Chora (Naxos island, Naxos and Lesser Cyclades/Cyclades, Greece). 20 August 2020.
Creative Commons / Manfred Werner (Tsui)/https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Tsui
2024-07-12, Al Jazeera
While some countries in the world are considering a switch to a four-day working week, Greece is swinging in the opposite direction. Its government is implementing a new...
Why are Barcelona residents protesting against tourists?
People protest against tourism in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017.
AP / Manu Fernandez
2024-07-09, Al Jazeera
Videos of Barcelona residents shooting water pistols at tourists at a city restaurant have been widely shared on social media. And it was not fake news. Residents in...
Cyprus aspires to take newly created European Union Commissioner role2024-07-27
Famagusta Gazette: President Chrisotdoulids said that can contribute to the European Union’s (EU) policy regarding the Mediterranean...
Over 400 Arab athletes eye varied medals at Paris Olympics2024-07-27
Kuna: News report ALGIERS, July 27 (KUNA) -- Some 429 Arab athletes are partaking in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, which kick-started on Friday, vying to add more medals to their countries. During their previous Olympic competitions over 100 years, Arab athletes...
Piece of Eiffel Tower in medals? Gold medals not solid gold? Olympic medals deep dive2024-07-27
Usatoday: Biggest US track and field stars to watch at Paris Olympics120 track and field athletes will represent Team USA at the Paris Olympics. Here's the athletes you can expect to medal and possibly break records. There is nothing more coveted at the Olympics than a...
Gun that fires bean bags used in apprehension of assault suspect in Athens2024-07-27
Athens Banner-Herald: What are IMPD's less lethal rounds? Sgt. Michael Daley, IMPD firearms training supervisor explains IMPD's less lethal bean bag rounds and guns, Monday, June 7, 2021. MichellePemberton, Indianapolis Star Athens-Clarke police deployed a gun described as a “less...
Photos: Volunteers pack boxes for Cancer Foundation Patient Pantry at Southern Brewing2024-07-27
Athens Banner-Herald: Monday - Friday...
Haunted house, ghost stories and...cocktails? Experience The Haunted Tavern in Athens2024-07-27
Athens Banner-Herald: SpiritHalloween offers sneak peek at new terrifying decorations Spirit Halloween previewed its new ghoulish decorations months before spooky season arrives. Get ready...
‘Male coaches saw me as weak’: Why are there so few female coaches at Olympics?2024-07-27
The Daily Telegraph: ...
Frederick University: join the journey2024-07-27
CyprusMail: Frederick University enjoys respect and recognition both nationally and internationally, having received numerous accolades, awards and certifications from independent international bodies. It is proud to be home to a talented, energetic and diverse academic...
Look ahead to 24th Paradise Jazz Festival2024-07-27
CyprusMail: Lovers of jazz music rejoice, a beloved jazz festival is back. Happening towards the end of August, the 24th edition of ParadiseJazz Festival will bring together music fans, esteemed local musicians and guest artists from abroad at Val’s Place, in the...
Georgia Wide Receiver Rodarius ‘Rara’ Thomas Arrested on Family Violence Charges2024-07-27
The Epoch Times: Georgia wide receiver Rodarius “Rara” Thomas was arrested early Friday on a felony charge of cruelty to children-family violence...
Olympic competition nears total gender parity.2024-07-27
Voa News: GENEVA — The founder of the modern Olympics and former International Olympic Committee president Pierre de Coubertin once said women competing in the Games would be "impractical, uninteresting, unaesthetic and improper." More than a century later, the 2024...
Westchester Olympic fencer weighs in on Team USA's chances for gold in Paris2024-07-27
Lohud: John Nonna recalls his days as an Olympic fencer in 1972 John Nonna, the Westchester County Attorney, recalls his days as an Olympic fencer in 1972 The 2024 Summer Olympic Games are well underway in Paris, as the iconic opening ceremony and parade of nations...
East Texas Fishing Report2024-07-27
The Lufkin News: ATHENS — Water level is about three inches high and clear. Water temp in the upper 80s. ......
Georgia WR arrested on cruelty charges2024-07-27
The Lufkin News: ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia wide receiver Rodarius “Rara” Thomas was arrested on charges of cruelty to children and battery early Friday, adding to the team’s recent legal woes. ......