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Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki

Civil defence authorities are on alert, and problems with power have been reported across the country after a day of heavy snowing across the...

by Alexandros Michailidis in Greece on 08/02/2012

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European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva

February 2012 has brought a severe cold snap across Europe with hundreds of people losing their lives. We see no exception at Lake Geneva with cars...

by Nicholas Tzanos Smith in Switzerland on 08/02/2012

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Snow at tolls stations in Malgara

Snow could be seen on the ground at tolls stations in Malgara near to the Greek city of Thessaloniki as many parts of Europe experienced unusually...

by Alexandros Michailidis in Greece on 08/02/2012

BREAKING NEWS

08/02/2012 - Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki - Greece - Civil defence authorities are on alert...
08/02/2012 - European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva - Switzerland - February 2012 has brought a severe cold...
08/02/2012 - Snow at tolls stations in Malgara - Greece - Snow could be seen on the ground at...
07/02/2012 - The big chill continues in Veneto - Italy - The big chill continues as polar...
07/02/2012 - Houseboat salvaged from Amsterdam Canal - Netherlands - Salvagers work to extract a sunken...
06/02/2012 - Snow and ice paralyzes Italy - Bologna - Italy - Snow fall in numerous cities and cold...
05/02/2012 - Sarajevo paralyzed by record snowfall - Bosnia and Herzegovina - More than three feet (1 meter) of snow...
05/02/2012 - Sarajevo: State of emergency declared due to heavy snowfall - Bosnia and Herzegovina - A state of emergency has been declared...
05/02/2012 - Wildlife on a semi frozen Alexandra Lake - East London - United Kingdom - Wildlife had to share a small section...
05/02/2012 - Londoners enjoy the snow - United Kingdom - Londoners enjoy the step slopes of...

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Mercedes Castro at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
Mercedes Castro presented her collection 'Never give up' for the Autumn-Winter 2012/2013 season, at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Spain. 5th February 2012
Front row during the Davidelfin MBFW Winter Collection - Madrid
Celebrities joined to view the Davidelfin MBFW Winter Collection. The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid is not only the flagship of Spanish fashion but also one of the most important ap...
Roberto Torretta at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
Roberto Torretta presented his latest designs for his Winter 2013 collection at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid. Spain. 2nd February 2012
Front row at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid is not only the flagship of Spanish fashion, but also one of the most important appointments for celebrities and VIPs. Spain. 2nd February 2012
European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva
February 2012 has brought a severe cold snap across Europe with hundreds of people losing their lives. We see no exception at Lake Geneva with cars frozen solid. Switzerland. 8th Febru...
Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki
Civil defence authorities are on alert, and problems with power have been reported across the country after a day of heavy snowing across the northern parts of Greece. 8th February 2012
Preparing Harissa in Srinagar
Harissa is a unique Kashmiri dish prepared during winters across Kashmir. It is usually available in the morning hours. Harissa is basically made of mutton especially of sheep. India. 8...
Occupy London squatters organisation SQUASH
The squatters organisation SQUASH (Squatters Action for Secure Homes) associates with the OccupyLondon movement, and targeted the disused buildings owned by financial institutions in th...
Sarajevo: State of emergency declared due to heavy snowfall
A state of emergency has been declared due to the huge amount of snow hitting the region. 1.5m of snow fell in two days. The city has been completely cut off. Sarajevo, Bosnia. Images t...
Stenerös at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
Jessica Stenerös presents her collection for the Autumn-Winter 2012/2013 season, at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Spain. 5th February 2012
Snow chaos halts traffic in Bulgaria
Traffic in Bulgaria is severely affected by tlatest heavy snowfalls. Trucks over 10 tons are banned from driving, several passes are closed and many country roads are impassable. Pazard...
Kurt Browning woos Kingston for Feb Fest 2012
Canadian skater and world champion Kurt Browning made a special appearance at Kingston's Annual Feb Fest. Jeffrey Buttle was expected to skate for the event but hurt himself befor...
Snow at tolls stations in Malgara
Snow could be seen on the ground at tolls stations in Malgara near to the Greek city of Thessaloniki as many parts of Europe experienced unusually heavy snowfall. Greece. 8th February 2...
Rabaneda at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
Daniel Rabaneda presented his new collection of designs for the Autumn-Winter 2012/2013 season, at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Spain. 5th February 2012
David del Río at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
David del Río presents his collection for the Autumn-Winter 2012/2013 season, at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Spain. 5th February 2012
Moisés Nieto at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Madrid
Moisés Nieto presented his collection for the Autumn-Winter 2012/2013 season, at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Spain. 5th February 2012
Two giant sculptures in Kensington Gardens - London
Two giant sculptures by Anish Kapoor during a heavy snow in the Kensington Gardens. Anish Kapoor CBE RA is an Indian-born British sculptor UK. 18th December 2010
Winners and stars of Pirena 2012 - Pyrenees
After the finish of the 22th Pirena Advance, the winners were; 1st the German Tom Andres; 2nd Spaniard Iker Ozcoidi and 3rd Pavel Pfeifer on sleds dogs. Spain. 22nd January 2012
Italy's capitol is covered in snow - Rome
During the nights between the 3rd and 4th of February, Rome was surprised by a fantastic display of snowfall. Many of the streets, historical locations and monuments are completely cove...
The big chill continues in Veneto
The big chill continues as polar temperatures hits Italian beauty spots in Veneto. The Brenta River becomes frozen due to the chill which is gripping Europe. Italy. 7th February 2012