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New Euro banknotes: Maria Callas and Evros river represent Greece (see photos of all notes)
The European Central Bank has unveiled 10 shortlisted designs for the euro's first full redesign since 2002, built around European Culture and Rivers and Birds themes, with public voting now open until 21 September 2026


Lycabettus Hill to close from midnight as Attica’s fire risk rises
Strong winds have pushed Attica's wildfire risk to category 5, prompting Athens to close Lykavittos and Finopoulos hills, deploy thermal drone patrols, and urge residents citywide to avoid any outdoor work that could spark flames
Chaos in Sicily as Mount Etna erupts: Catania Airport closed, ash reaches Malta and Libya (videos)
According to initial estimates, around 190 flights have been diverted to Palermo alone, affecting approximately 30,000 passengers

The final hours of the police officer found dead in Agios Dimitrios under scrutiny – What his partner told authorities
His home was searched, while five of his colleagues also gave statements and were asked to describe his character and daily routine

Rwanda & Uganda gain ground in plans to create return hubs
Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Denmark & Greece are accelerating negotiations to create return centers - A crucial meeting of the five ministers on September 4

Putin “gifted” Trump an American prisoner: What lies behind his gift and…why now?
Robert Gilman was released after reports that he was close to death - Sky News sees an attempt to reestablish closer ties with the White House as pressure on Russia mounts

The athletics world bows to Tentoglou for his 4th consecutive European Long-Jump Gold medal – The medal ceremony & the apotheosis
The great Greek athlete continues to make history in European athletics - With his gold in Birmingham, he became the first athlete to win four European long-jump titles

Scooters sold due to fines, insurance & helmets: Parents who bought them for their children are now selling them
It is estimated that 5,000 of the total 60,000–80,000 have been put on the second-hand market - New Highway Code, age limit of 17, maximum speed of 25 km/h and strict enforcement are discouraging casual users





