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Back-to-school: rising costs, health, and psychological prep

44 clusters · 468 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Experts issue guidance for school reopening and stationery safety

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, the transition for students involves complex economic, psychological, and health challenges. Economic pressures in Turkey have intensified. While initial estimates placed equipment

Mediterranean and regional drowning incidents – Summer 2026

53 clusters · 220 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Greece: Two elderly people drown in Pieria and Chalkidiki

In August 2026, drowning incidents in Greece reached 168 fatalities for the summer season. A significant majority of these victims were Greek citizens over the age of 60. Regional data indicates that Attica and Central M

Wildfires in Kos and Rethymno, Greece

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Wildfires active in Kos and Rethymno, Greece

Emergency services continue to battle a large wildfire in the Pyli region of Kos, Greece. The operation involves 15 firefighters and six vehicles on the ground, supported by municipal machinery, local volunteers, and aer

Red Cross wildfire response in Europe

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Hellenic Red Cross responds to major wildfire in Sivri, Chalkidiki

In mid‑July 2026 the Spanish Red Cross mobilised roughly a hundred volunteers and thirty vehicles to combat several wildfires in Catalonia, establishing a command centre in Bisbal d’Empordà and operating emergency shelte