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Millions of public and private sector workers, students, and other French citizens have taken to the streets in cities across France.

The demonstrations and wider civil unrest, including blockade of fuel terminals, has crippled transport links and severely affected public services and businesses across varying sectors, including banking and media.

So, why are they striking?

Who is striking?

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The Acropolis's temple of Athena Nike restored & rebuilt

Visitors familiar with the Acropolis site in Athens who visited since 2004 will have been surprised to see that for a few years, the temple of Athena Nike that overlooks the entrance to the site had completely disappeared!

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In Greece

Top 10 Delicacies in Greece

#10 Yigandes Plaki: Baked Beans

#9 Spanakorizo: Spinach & Rice

#8 Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie

#7 Patzaria Salata: Beet & Garlic Salad

#6 Pasta Elias: Olive Tapenade

#5 Maroulosalata: Cos (Romaine) Lettuce Salad

#4 Manouri me Frouta: Manouri Cheese With Fruit

#3 Horta: Dark Leafy Greens

#2 Fassolakia: Green Beans with Tomatoes

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#1 Dakos: Barley Rusk Meze

Dakos are made with barley rusks, tomatoes, and cheese - a great no-cook choice. Barley is not only a recommended grain, but barley and barley products have been acknowledged by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to be effective in reducing the risk of coronary disease.

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