Gifts From Greece and the 2004 Olympic Games
Betty Debnam outlines Greece as a cradle of democracy philosophy theater and science while noting the 2004 Athens Olympics running August 13 to 29. She highlights ancient figures Plato Socrates Herodotus Euclid Hippocrates Archimedes and the Parthenon as enduring symbols of western civilization.
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Kirsten Dunst Career Milestones and Plans
Kirsten Dunst, 22, started in TV ads at age three and moved from New Jersey to Los Angeles in 1989 after landing her first film role. She co stars in Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2, appeared in Little Women Jumanji and Small Soldiers, and plans Wooden Spoons Productions with her mother to honor women and creativity. She lived in Los Angeles with her mother and younger brother.
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Rookie Cookie Greek Salad Recipe Card
A simple two serving Greek salad combines romaine, red onion, black olives, feta and croutons. Toss with a dressing of vinegar olive oil salt and pepper for a quick meal.
Greece at a Glance for the Olympics
The piece notes Greece as small yet Olympic hosts, with about 10 million people roughly equal to New York City. It describes a mountainous landscape covering four fifths of land, 1 400 offshore islands led by Crete, non navigable rivers, and a coastline of rocky and sandy beaches aiding fishermen. The Mini Page credits the Greek Embassy for help and teases next week’s Olympic sports coverage.
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Greek Flag and Guard at Athens Ceremony
The Greek flag features four white and five blue stripes symbolizing the sky and sea. White stands for purity and the struggle for independence while Evzone guards in 1800s style uniforms march at the Presidential Palace during the changing of the guard in Athens. Greece requires all men to complete at least 12 months of military service.
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Greece tourism and shipping drive its economy
The text outlines Greece as a tourism and shipping hub with abundant ancient ruins and sunny climate attracting visitors. It notes a large merchant marine fleet, fishing as income, and farming of olives, grapes, vegetables, and fruits. Cattle are scarce due to grazing limits, while sheep and goats are raised. Greece participates in the European Union.
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Greek Kids and Family Life Traditions
Greek children attend school from age six to fifteen with a day from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They usually return home for lunch, and parents often join. Afternoons see naps and outdoor time to avoid heat, followed by a light supper around 9 p.m. Soccer basketball swimming boating and TV are common activities.
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