Greece is experiencing grief and public outrage following the country's worst train crash, which resulted in 57 fatalities. Protests are anticipated as the public seeks answers about the crash's cause. Funerals for the first victims were held, while searches continue for missing individuals. A vigil at Larissa train station honors the memory of the deceased, many of whom were students. A 59-year-old station manager has been arrested and faces multiple felony charges in connection with the collision.

Greece is preparing for the upcoming fire season, aiming to prevent a repeat of the devastating wildfires of 2021. Measures include clean-ups, ground patrols, and air surveillance. The first responder group VYRONAS, consisting of former firefighters, emphasizes the importance of preparation, such as clearing paths and patrolling forests. Despite the start of the summer season, volunteer Stavros Salagiannis criticizes the delayed start of clean-up operations. The European Union is providing over 200 firefighters and technical equipment to Greece. Experts advocate for investing in prevention and preparation to combat increasingly powerful wildfires.

As a semblance of normalcy returns to Germany amidst the coronavirus pandemic, children are resuming school, and businesses such as barber shops, museums, and local services are reopening. Three service sector business owners share their experiences of returning to work and the additional safety measures they are implementing.

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in over 200,000 deaths and nearly three million infections globally. The financial repercussions are significant as governments enforce lockdowns and businesses take severe actions, severely affecting the livelihoods of millions. Service industry workers in Berlin share their experiences of job disruptions and financial difficulties during the transition from a semi-lockdown to normalcy in Germany and other European countries.