Wildfires Near Athens: Greece faces “one of the worst” fire crises in years as strong winds ease but blazes keep burning west of Athens, with evacuations and major firefighting efforts continuing for a fourth day; authorities say thousands have been evacuated and more homes are being assessed for damage. Helicopter Tragedy: The firefighting season has also turned deadly again after a midair collision killed two helicopter crew members, prompting investigations and grounding of the aircraft involved. Megara Industrial Park Evacuated: An industrial park near Megara was evacuated as flames threatened settlements and multiple fronts, with civil protection warning that risk remains very high. Crime Investigation in Athens: Police arrested a 26-year-old Afghan man over the death of British woman Elisabeth-Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Kypseli; investigators say he confessed and used her bank cards after her death. Sports: Borussia Dortmund signed Greece attacking midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk for a reported €30m. Local Life: Athens City Schools is starting the new school year with no-cost breakfast and lunch, and notes upcoming board and election-day closures. Culture & Travel: Santorini Experience 2026 opens with a star-studded open-water lineup, while wildfire risk is also shaping travel advice.