Ancient Tech in Greece: Researchers report the oldest known hand-held wooden tools ever found—two alder and willow/poplar implements from the Peloponnese—pushing wooden-tool use back by at least 40,000 years. Marine Protection: Greece and France agree to set up a joint working group to strengthen Mediterranean marine protection and climate cooperation, including digital monitoring efforts. Nuclear for Islands: A new study argues miniature floating nuclear plants could power Greece’s non-interconnected islands and cut reliance on oil-fired generation. Medical Imaging Breakthrough: A Greek-led study finds quantitative T2* MRI can detect iron in finger soft tissue, with lower values in patients with digital microvasculopathy. Archaeology & Training: A Luther College professor will direct an underwater excavation of a Roman harbor town near Corinth, with students using advanced field tech. Missing Persons Support: Greece donates €67,000 to Cyprus’s Committee on Missing Persons for 2026 excavation and DNA identification work. AI & Tax Policy: Coverage highlights how the IRS is shifting to a digital-first model while expanding AI and data analytics amid major tax-code changes. Travel & Cost Pressure: New research says only half of Greeks plan summer holidays in 2026, favoring shorter, budget-friendly trips.