Coronavirus: 11,124 new cases, 97 deaths
New cases of the coronavirus decreased, as usual, Sunday, because of significantly less testing, but deaths rose, while intubations continued their steady decline, authorities announced.
A Disucssion on Translation | Online | January 31
The British School at Athens is hosting an online discussion on the subject of “Translation and Inclusion vs Exclusion” in cooperation with the Center for Hellenic Studies at King’s College London.
Marietta Giannakou in serious condition at hospital ICU
New Democracy MP Marietta Giannakou was admitted to hospital late on Saturday night after a fall and is being treated at the ICU of the 251 Hellenic Air Force General Hospital.
Car bursts into flames following crash in southern Attica
A car burst into flames following a crash in the early hours of Sunday morning in the southern Attica suburb of Glyfada. According to reports from the scene, the car hit the guard railing before overturning. There were three people inside the car who managed to escape before the blazes engulfed the vehicle.
Train derailment in Peloponnese, no injuries
The 1330 train line connecting the alpine village of Kalavryta and the coastal town of Diakofto was derailed on Sunday afternoon. According to information from the scene, there were no reports of any injuries.
Two arrested for possession of 2kgs of cannabis with intent to distribute
Officers of the Hellenic Police Drug Agency arrested two people on Saturday afternoon in Attica for possession of over two kilograms of cannabis with intent to distribute. The arrest was a result of a concerted police effort in the area who tracked and pulled over two cars.
Piano Quartets | Athens | February 1
The Athens Concert Hall presents an evening of piano quartets at its Dimitris Mitropoulos Hall, as part of its “Greek Soloists” series.
Mark Mazower receives Greek citizenship
Prominent British historian Mark Mazower attended a ceremony awarding him Greek citizenship on Friday, during a visit to Athens to promote his new book.
Short-term rentals rebound
The local market evolved last year into a leading force for the rebound of demand for short-term rentals in Europe.
More price hikes set to come
Industrial producer prices soared to a 21-year high last month in Greece, pointing to further retail price hikes in the weeks and months to come.