Coronavirus load still high despite a month in lockdown

Greece's struggle with the coronavirus pandemic remains a difficult one, a month after the lockdown began, according to the country's color-coded epidemiological map.

Of Greece's 74 regional units, 20 are green, 18 yellow, 11 orange and 25 red, with the latter two colors representing high rates of infection. The map also shows that the situation in northern Greece is still particularly aggravated in relation to other geographical areas. Many islands on the map are green due to their geographical isolation. 

Given the epidemiological situation, government spokesman Stelios Petsas on Monday announced that schools, restaurants and entertainment in general, and the courts will not open until January 7.

Regarding retail trade, hairdressers, barber shops and churches, he said announcements will be made over the coming days, most likely on Friday. What was not...