Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Where most festive events are cancelled due to the pandemic, they keep the Christmas spirit alive
Caps on customers in shops and restaurants, facemasks in public transport
Finland and Norway have offered medical assistance, the government opts for emergency powers
The lockdown is extended until 31 January with no curfew envisaged so far
10 000 Santas will be raising funds for UNICEF
Tougher additional measures will be imposed in Ida-Viru county
With curfew still in force, New Year’s Eve street parties are out of the question
Restaurants and entertainment venues will have to close earlier; shops must be full at maximum 50 percent
The EU-funded project +CityxChange (Positive City Exchange) is part of a drive to revitalize the centre of this Irish city
The stunning installation is like a surreal sculpture with a surprise inside