The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

American woman killed in UAE mall..[ 4981 ]

American woman killed in mystery UAE mall restroom stabbing, police say

By Nicola Goulding and Laura Smith-Spark, CNN
December 3, 2014 -- Updated 1552 GMT (2352 HKT)
CCTV footage from the Boutik mall shows the suspect -- covered in a black abaya -- in the stabbing of a U.S. woman.
CCTV footage from the Boutik mall shows the suspect -- covered in a black abaya -- in the stabbing of a U.S. woman.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (CNN) -- An American woman has died after being stabbed by an unknown attacker in the restroom of a high-end mall in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, police said.
The 37-year-old woman, whom police did not name, was taken to the hospital after the attack Monday on Reem Island but died of her injuries.
She worked as a schoolteacher and had 11-year-old twins who are being cared for by authorities until their father, the victim's ex-husband, arrives from abroad, police said.
The woman was stabbed with a sharp tool, later recovered by police, after a fight broke out in the women's restroom, according to Col. Dr. Rashid Mohammad Borshid, head of the Criminal Investigation Department of Abu Dhabi Police.
The cause of the fight remains unknown and the suspect fled the scene immediately after committing the crime, he said.
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Authorities seek witnesses, clues
Police have appealed for help tracking down the killer.
"Investigations are still under way to identify the suspect's identity and gender," a police statement Tuesday said. "Witnesses reported that the culprit was fully covered wearing an abaya, black gloves and face cover (niqab)."
The abaya is a black, full length gown traditionally worn by local Emirati women. The suspect was also wearing a hijab, or headscarf.
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Embassy working with UAE authorities
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi said it was "working with all the appropriate authorities to seek further information" about the killing of a U.S. citizen.
"We offer our condolences to those affected by this terrible tragedy," a spokesman said in an earlier statement. "The safety and welfare of U.S. citizens abroad is one of the Department of State's highest priorities. We stand ready to provide all possible consular assistance."
The attack happened at the Boutik mall on Reem Island, a newly developed area of Abu Dhabi where many Western expatriates live.
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Video shows suspect
CCTV footage released by police shows the suspect, fully covered, walking calmly in through the parking lot entrance, speaking to security guards, picking up a paper and disappearing around the corner out of sight.
It then shows the suspect running to the elevator, followed by others, and getting into the elevator, before another clip shows the person leaving the mall through the same parking lot doors.
Violent crime in the UAE is rare and eyewitnesses have expressed shock at the incident.
"The Abu Dhabi Police will spare no effort in order to unveil this heinous crime and bring the culprit to justice," said Borshid.
CNN's Nicola Goulding reported from Abu Dhabi and Laura Smith-Spark wrote in London.
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