Unheralded AJ Ginnis wins silver for Greece in men’s World Cup slalom
Aj Ginnis speeds down the course during an alpine ski, men’s World Cup slalom in Chamonix, France, Saturday.
Greece expresses grief, offers help after quake
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has expressed grief over the loss of lives from the earthquake that struck southeast Turkey and northern Syria, announcing that Greece will send immediate assistance to help with the rescue effort.
Snowfall causes disruptions
A snow plow clears a street in the Holargos suburb of Athens during a snowstorm, Monday. A cold snap sweeping across southern Greece has caused blackouts, highway closures, and service disruptions. Schools were closed in Athens, along with court houses and multiple services. [AP]
Traffic restored on national highway, Attiki Odos
Traffic has been restored on the Athens-Lamia national highway after clearance of snow, authorities said. Police had earlier closed the stretch between Kalyftaki bridge and Oinofyta, north of the capital, in both directions.
Snowstorm shuts schools and shops, disrupts traffic in Athens
Heavy snowfall and plummeting temperatures shut schools and shops in the Greek capital on Monday, with many public services and businesses switching to remote working.
Cultural Capital opening ceremony held in Elefsina
An installation is illuminated over the sea during the inauguration ceremony for the European capital of Culture, at Elefsina town, west of Athens, Saturday.
Cold front brings snow to Athens
A severe weather front dubbed Barbara has hit Greece, with below-freezing temperatures and snowfall in many parts of the country, including the capital Athens where the iconic Acropolis has been covered in a thin blanket of snow.
Powerful quake kills at least 360 people in Turkey, Syria
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit southern Turkey and northern Syria early Monday, toppling buildings and killing at least 360 people. With hundreds injured, the toll was expected to rise as rescue workers searched the rubble in cities and towns across the area.
Leaked police report finds corruption within service
A report emanating from the police’s Internal Affairs Division and alleging several instances of police corruption and relations with what has been called “the Greek Mafia” has been sent to politicians and journalists in recent days.
Post-election coalition talks are likely
The leaders of Greece’s three biggest political parties are quietly considering their options about the possibility of forming a coalition government after the coming elections, irrespective of whether they want such a government or not.