Microplastics and Lung Cancer: A study presented at the European Respiratory Society meeting in Barcelona (with researchers from University College Dublin and Greece’s University Hospital of Larissa) found microplastics in 66% of lung cancer patients’ lung fluid samples versus 46% in cancer-free patients, with higher particle burdens in cancer cases—raising new urgency even as researchers say it’s still unclear whether microplastics cause cancer or diseased lungs retain more particles. Energy Transition in Greece: Greece’s Environment and Energy Ministry overhauled self-consumption rules, making balcony plug-in PV up to 800W and standalone batteries possible for self-use (no grid injection), with smart-meter monitoring and grid-safety requirements. Solar for Lower Bills: The same policy direction aims to let households store cheaper grid electricity for later use, potentially cutting energy costs. Tourism Skills for Sustainability: Greece and the University of Piraeus signed an agreement to modernize tourism education materials for vocational schools and tour guide training, with a curriculum tied to sustainable development and future destination design. Public Health Pressure on Aegina: Aegina’s chronically understaffed health services were blamed after a woman died on Klima beach; reports say an ambulance arrived 55 minutes later, echoing a similar delay last summer. Renewables Deal in Europe: Econergy entered France by acquiring the 740MW wind platform Escofi for €134m, expanding its European onshore wind portfolio to 13GW. Wildlife and Heritage: Albania, Greece and North Macedonia are pushing a joint UNESCO bid for Prespa, aiming to boost protection, sustainable development and cross-border tourism.