Διψήφιο είναι το ποσοστό της διαφοράς ανάμεσα σε Νέα Δημοκρατία και Ελληνική Αριστερή Συμπαράταξη, σύμφωνα με τελευταία δημοσκόπηση. Στη τρίτη θέση, παραμένει το ΠΑΣΟΚ και ακολουθεί η Ελληνική Λύση. Αναλυτικότερα, σταθερό προβάδισμα διατηρεί η ΝΔ σε νέα δημοσκόπηση της Interview για λογαριασμό της εφημερίδας political ενώ η ΕΛ.Α.Σ. του Αλέξη Τσίπρα εμφανίζεται στη δεύτερη θέση. Συγκεκριμένα, στην πρόθεση ψήφου, η ΝΔ εξασφαλίζει ποσοστό 26,8%, η ΕΛΑΣ 15,3%, το ΠΑΣΟΚ 11,1%, η Ελληνική Λύση 7,6%, η Ελπίδα 6,6%, το ΚΚΕ 4,9%, η Φωνή Λογικής 3%, η Πλεύση Ελευθερίας 2,8%, το ΜέΡΑ25 2,3%, οι Δημοκράτες 1,8%, ο ΣΥΡΙΖΑ 0,6%, η Νίκη 0,5%, η Νέα Αριστερά 0,5%, “Άλλο” 4,5% και Αναποφάσιστοι 11,7%. Στην εκτίμηση εκλογικού αποτελέσματος, η ΝΔ συγκεντρώνει 30,1%, η ΕΛΑΣ στη δεύτερη θέση με 17,4%, το ΠΑΣΟΚ με 12,3%, η Ελληνική Λύση με 8,8%, η Ελπίδα με 7,4%, το ΚΚΕ με 5,5%, η Φωνή Λογικής με 3,1%, η Πλεύση Ελευθερίας με 3%, το ΜέΡΑ25 με 2,9%, οι Δημοκράτες με 2,5%, ο ΣΥΡΙΖΑ με 0,7%, η Νίκη με 0,6%, η Νέα Αριστερά με 0,6% και «Άλλο» το 5,1%. Η έρευνα διενεργήθηκε από 2 έως 6 Ιουλίου. Δείτε περισσότερα στο ertflix.gr | Ακούστε περισσότερα στο ertecho.gr Ρεπορτάζ: Κάτια Αντωνιάδου www.ertnews.gr

Το θέμα του τοξικού νέφους που κλήθηκε στην ατμόσφαιρα της Θεσσαλονίκης από την φωτιά στο Ωραιόκαστρο και μεταφέρθηκε με τον άνεμο και σε άλλες περιοχές, προβληματίζει ιδιαίτερα. Ιδιαίτερη προσοχή στις τοξικές ουσίες που εκλύθηκαν από την καύση πλαστικών κατά τη μεγάλη πυρκαγιά εφιστά ο καθηγητής Φυσικής Περιβάλλοντος του ΑΠΘ, Δημήτρης Μελάς, επισημαίνοντας ότι, πέρα από τους συνήθεις ατμοσφαιρικούς ρύπους, στην ατμόσφαιρα απελευθερώθηκαν και ιδιαίτερα επικίνδυνες ενώσεις, όπως οι διοξίνες και τα φουράνια, που προέρχονται από την ατελή καύση πλαστικών υλικών. Όπως εξήγησε, οι συγκεκριμένοι ρύποι δεν παρακολουθούνται από τα υφιστάμενα δίκτυα μέτρησης της ατμοσφαιρικής ρύπανσης, ωστόσο είναι ιδιαίτερα τοξικοί και μπορούν να προκαλέσουν σοβαρές επιπτώσεις στην υγεία, κυρίως μέσω της βιοσυσσώρευσης έπειτα από μακροχρόνια έκθεση. Πρόκειται για επίμονους ρύπους που παραμένουν για μεγάλο χρονικό διάστημα τόσο στην ατμόσφαιρα όσο και στο έδαφος, γεγονός που καθιστά αναγκαία τη συστηματική παρακολούθησή τους. Αναφερόμενος στις μετρήσεις που πραγματοποιήθηκαν μετά την πυρκαγιά, ο κ. Μελάς σημείωσε ότι δεν καταγράφηκαν εξαιρετικά υψηλές συγκεντρώσεις αιωρούμενων σωματιδίων, επισημαίνοντας χαρακτηριστικά ότι κατά τη διάρκεια μιας ψυχρής χειμωνιάτικης νύχτας στη Θεσσαλονίκη παρατηρούνται συχνά ακόμη υψηλότερες τιμές. Καθοριστικό ρόλο, όπως ανέφερε, διαδραμάτισαν οι ισχυροί άνεμοι, οι οποίοι αφενός μετέφεραν γρήγορα το νέφος των ρύπων πάνω από τη Θεσσαλονίκη, αφετέρου συνέβαλαν στον ταχύτερο καθαρισμό της ατμόσφαιρας, ιδιαίτερα όταν άλλαξε η διεύθυνση του ανέμου και έπαψε να μεταφέρει τον καπνό προς την πόλη. Δείτε περισσότερα στο ertflix.gr | Ακούστε περισσότερα στο ertecho.gr Ο καθηγητής αναφέρθηκε και στο δίκτυο παρακολούθησης της ατμοσφαιρικής ρύπανσης στη Θεσσαλονίκη, διευκρινίζοντας ότι, παρότι λειτουργούν δεκάδες –και πιθανώς περισσότερες από εκατό– συσκευές μέτρησης από δήμους, ερευνητικές ομάδες και ιδιώτες, οι επίσημοι σταθμοί αναφοράς που πληρούν τις ευρωπαϊκές προδιαγραφές είναι σαφώς λιγότεροι. Σύμφωνα με τον ίδιο, η Περιφέρεια Κεντρικής Μακεδονίας διαθέτει περίπου οκτώ σταθμούς αναφοράς και αντίστοιχος αριθμός λειτουργεί από τον Δήμο Θεσσαλονίκης, ενώ αρκετοί ακόμη σταθμοί χαμηλότερου κόστους λειτουργούν σε δήμους της μητροπολιτικής περιοχής, όπως ο δήμος Παύλου Μελά, ο δήμος Θέρμης και ο δήμος Δέλτα, καθώς και από το Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης για ερευνητικούς σκοπούς. www.ertnews.gr

Flight delays in Greece’s airports trouble passengers and airlines again in summer 2026, in the peak of the tourists season. The Eurocontrol shows a 63% increase in compare to last year, while the Hellenic Air Transport Authority says the average wait 2.26 minutes. Extraordinary meeting of parties involved on Monday afternoon to deal with the […] The post Flight delays in Greece’s airports trouble passengers and airlines appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

Three wildfires fronts have been raging on the island of Crete on Monday in the regions of Ierapetra, Viannos and Malevizi. One fire broke out near the Bramiana Dam in Ierapetra early on Monday afternoon. Meanwhile the fire is on decline and there is no longer a large active front, however, resurgences that occur in […] The post Wildfires rage on the island of Crete appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

Athens, the epicenter of the ancient Greek world, had an overlooked class in its society. Socrates Address, Louis Joseph Lebrun, 1867. Credit: Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons A unique class of residents in ancient Greek city-states has been overlooked by history even though it was vitally significant in the social and economic structure of ancient Greek society. The metic class was particularly important in one of ancient Greece’s most prominent city-states, Athens. Metics were also known as aliens. This often insulting term was used for individuals who were neither slaves nor citizens. In fact, these people had a distinctive position that came with both privileges and significant restrictions. What was the class of the metics which was overlooked? The term “metic” comes from the Greek word “metoikos.” Metoikos is an ancient Greek word still used by Greeks, and it means “one who lives with.” The term referred to non-citizen residents. This particular category of people had settled permanently in a city-state like Athens. However, they were not equal to the citizens of the city. Among the metics were migrants from other parts of Greece, slaves who had been freed, and their descendants. Despite (often) living in Athens for a number of generations and even hundreds of years, metics retained the citizenship of their city of origin while rarely acquiring citizenship in their adopted city. This was true although it was nearly impossible to physically differentiate between Athenian citizens and residents. Legal status and rights of ancient Greek metics The group of metics in Athens was recognized as a distinct legal category of its own. This bore some positive but also negative elements. They were placed between the citizens of the city who enjoyed a series of rights and visiting foreigners. It’s worth mentioning that they were not slaves but rather free individuals who were able to enjoy many freedoms. However, they were subject to several legal restrictions compared to the citizens of the state. For example, metics could not own land or houses unless granted special permission (known as engktesis) by the state. Additionally, they were barred from participating in the overall political life of the city and had no say in the developments of the city affairs. This included freedoms such as voting and holding public office. The metics were also required to pay a monthly poll tax known as the “metoikion” and had to have a sponsor who would have to be a citizen. These sponsors were called “prostates” (guardians) and represented metics in legal matters. In a sense, the metics were similar to what migrants are today in many countries, with distinct differences of course to today’s legal status of migrants. Social and economic roles of the overlooked metics Despite severe restrictions, metics were actually integral to the Athenian economy. They were very often involved in fields such as trade, industry, and skilled labor. Thus, they contributed significantly to the city’s prosperity, as they were a very productive part of it. Notable metics who were not Athenian citizens included the philosopher Aristotle and the banker Pasion. These individuals achieved considerable wealth and influence within Athens despite the fact that they were not citizens of Athens. While some metics did become wealthy and prominent members of society, many others worked in less prestigious jobs. They were artisans, merchants, and general and unskilled laborers. In terms of social status, metics could integrate into Athenian life but this had to be done by the book. They participated, for instance, in religious festivals, symposia, and other cultural activities. Quite often, they even formed close relationships with citizens. Nonetheless, their default lower social status and the complete lack of political rights meant they were always seen as outsiders and never as equals to the citizens of the city. Military and civic duties for the overlooked ancient Greek class Metics were also expected to contribute to the overall defense of the city as well as in public works. Despite the fact that they were not classed as equal citizens, they did serve in the military, often as hoplites (infantry soldiers). Furthermore, metics were required to pay special taxes during times of war known as eisphora. More specifically, wealthy metics were often also called upon to fund major public projects, such as the construction of warships that would help the city in times of need. Pathways to citizenship of ancient Greeks While rather rare, some metics could eventually be granted citizenship as compensation for particularly exceptional service to the city. This was a truly significant honor, as it offered the individual full legal and political rights. Nonetheless, most metics lived their entire lives without ever achieving this honorary status. As might be understood, the metic class in ancient Greek city-states, particularly in Athens, played a fundamental role in the economic and social life of the city. However, despite these significant contributions, they were blatantly denied full rights and privileges of citizenship in their city of residence. This showed the contradictory nature of ancient Greek society, which placed particular emphasis on origin.

ODISSEY researchers deploy seismic equipment in the Ionian Sea as part of a mission studying earthquake and tsunami risks off Western Greece. Credit: Hub / University of Athens official page. A major international marine geophysical mission led by the Institute of Marine Sciences in Barcelona, part of ICM-CSIC, and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens has gathered critical new data on earthquake and tsunami risks in Greece’s Ionian Sea. The expedition, known as ODISSEY, surveyed waters off the Ionian Islands, including Corfu, Zakynthos, and Kefalonia, as well as areas near the Peloponnese. The campaign marked the second part of the research mission and ranks among the most extensive marine geophysical surveys ever conducted in Greek waters. The team focused on one of the Mediterranean’s most seismically active regions, where strong earthquakes have repeatedly affected coastal communities. ODISSEY aims to clarify how the area’s tectonic plate-subduction system works and to improve understanding of the complex geodynamic setting beneath the seafloor. ODISSEY mission maps earthquake risks in Greece’s Ionian sea During the mission, scientists compiled high-resolution seismic reflection profiles for more than 2,200 kilometers (1,367 miles). The dataset provides a detailed image of the Earth’s crust beneath the seabed and a clearer view of underwater structures linked to seismic activity that can be utilized in future studies. High-resolution seismic imaging formed the core of the expedition. The team used advanced marine survey equipment, including eighteen airguns and a three-kilometer (1.8-mile) streamer with 240 hydrophones, to examine the structure and movement of major faults at depth. Researchers placed particular emphasis on faults with the potential of generating major earthquakes. By identifying their geometry and behavior, they aim to better comprehend how seismic tension builds up and gets released in the Ionian region. Studying earthquake and tsunami risks ODISSEY went beyond mapping the seafloor and deep geological structures. The mission also examined the elastic properties of rocks involved in coseismic deformation, the movement that occurs during an earthquake. This information helps scientists model how faults slip and earthquake energy spreads. It also allows them to assess how specific fault movements could trigger tsunamis, offering a more complete picture of marine hazards in Western Greece. The findings will support marine geohazard mapping and contribute to increased accuracy in seismic-risk assessments for the Ionian Sea and the wider Mediterranean. Seafloor instruments to construct 3D model As part of the broader ODISSEY program, researchers deployed eighteen ocean-bottom seismographs during the first phase of the mission. These instruments will remain on the seafloor for a year, collecting data from beneath the Ionian Sea. The third phase is scheduled for July 2026, when researchers are expected to deploy and recover seventeen additional ocean-bottom seismographs along predetermined routes. Data from these instruments will help create a three-dimensional seismic tomography model of the study area. That model will allow scientists to examine the region’s deeper structure with greater accuracy and improve their understanding of the processes that drive seismic activity. Θαλάσσια Γεωφυσική Αποστολή «ODISSEY»: Αποκάλυψη Κρίσιμων Νέων Δεδομένων για τη Σεισμική Δραστηριότητα στο Ιόνιο pic.twitter.com/MK1ImwpPqy — University of Athens (@uoaofficial) July 3, 2026 From scientific data to disaster preparedness The data collected during ODISSEY will play a vital role in improving earthquake and tsunami preparedness. A clearer understanding of the Ionian Sea’s geodynamics can guide  researchers in establishing more effective parameters for civil protection planning and disaster-risk reduction. According to the scientific team, the characterization of offshore geological structures represents one of marine geophysics’ most significant contributions to society. The results are expected to build on practical knowledge that can assist in the reduction of marine geohazards and protection of coastal communities across the Mediterranean. The project also aligns with the research priorities of Spain’s Strategy for Science, Technology and Innovation 2021–2027, particularly its focus on protection from emerging security threats. International mission in Greece maps earthquake risks beneath Ionian Sea The Spanish research vessel R/V Sarmiento de Gamboa played a prevalent role in the expedition in conjunction with technical support from the Marine Technology Unit of Spain’s National Research Council. The mission brought together researchers and institutions from numerous countries. It involved cooperation with CNR-ISMAR, the Institute of Marine Sciences of Italy’s National Research Council, and GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel in Germany. Greek support came from the Hellenic Hydrocarbons and Energy Resources Management Company and the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service. Dr. Manel Prada of the Institute of Marine Sciences in Barcelona led the international team, while Professor Paraskevi Nomikou of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens served as co-principal investigator. During the mission, the University of Athens research team also joined World Hydrography Day activities through a live connection with an event organized by the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service, highlighting the importance of hydrography and marine research for public safety, coastal resilience, and communities in general.

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At least eight people were killed as two rare tornadoes wrought devastation in central China's Hubei province state media said on Tuesday, with winds of up to 149 kph (92.58 mph) ripping through buildings and overturning cars.