Microplastics & Lung Cancer: A study presented at the European Respiratory Society meeting in Barcelona found microplastics in 66% of lung cancer patients’ lung fluid samples versus 46% in cancer-free patients, with higher particle loads in cancer cases; researchers say inhaled plastics may drive oxidative stress and inflammation, though they can’t yet prove cause. Energy Security (LNG): METLEN and PETRONAS (via PETCO Trading) signed a long-term LNG supply deal for Greece: 6 cargoes per year from 2027, about 0.6 bcma over five years, aimed at diversifying supply and strengthening Greece’s role as a regional energy hub. Property Tech (Land Registry): From Sept. 18, Greeks can correct certain cadastral “geometric” property boundary/area/location errors online via the Metavoles platform, reducing delays in sales and permits. Infrastructure Safety (Athens Metro): An independent engineering report flags settlement and building damage in Kypseli linked to Athens Metro Line 4 tunneling, with measured impacts exceeding safety thresholds. Migration Tragedy (Crete): A boat sank near Gavdos off Crete: 1 dead, 25 missing, 51 rescued as search efforts continue amid strong winds. EU Border Tech (EES): At least nine Schengen countries, including Greece, have been allowed to delay full rollout of the EU Entry-Exit System to maintain “border fluidity.” Shipping Decarbonisation: Greece pushes at the IMO for a global net-zero framework that matches environmental goals with realistic fuel availability and technology maturity.