A 13-year-old found a small bronze coin in a field near Berlin, and it turned out to be the first ancient Greek artifact discovered in the city. Dating back over two millennia, the coin is believed to have originated in Troy, offering clues about trade and cultural exchange far earlier than many expect. Its exact route to Germany still remains unclear.
Greece plans to raise the gross monthly minimum wage by 4.5% to 920 euros starting April 1, the sixth increase in just four years. The government says the move is meant to rebuild living standards hurt by the financial crisis and soften the impact of rising energy costs as geopolitical pressures, including Iran war-related strain, weigh on the economy. A target of 950 euros by 2027 is set.
Your news, in seconds
Get the Beige app — every story in 60 words, updated hourly. Free on iOS & Android.
Swipe through stories, personalise your feed, and save articles for later — all on the app.
