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Wall Street Futures Tick Higher as 2026 Trading Begins

U.S. stock futures moved higher early Friday, signaling a confident start to the first trading session of 2026. The gains follow a strong multi‑year run for equities and come as investors look ahead to a new year of economic and corporate developments. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures edged up, S&P 500 futures posted a modest rise, and Nasdaq futures led the early advance with a stronger uptick. The move reflects continued enthusiasm for technology and growth‑oriented sectors, which helped drive markets through much of the previous year. Despite bouts of volatility in late 2025, major indexes closed the year with solid performance, supported by resilient consumer spending, easing inflation pressures, and expectations of a more accommodative monetary environment. As 2026 begins, traders are watching several themes: the timing and pace of potential interest‑rate cuts, the durability of tech‑sector leadership, and whether gains will broaden across more industries. Early future...
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Wildfires Prompt Evacuations on Greece’s Second-Largest Island

 

Wildfires have once again ravaged the island of Evia, Greece’s second-largest island, prompting authorities to order multiple evacuations. The blaze, which began near the village of Petries, has been fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, making it difficult for firefighters to contain.

Hundreds of firefighters, supported by helicopters and water-carrying planes, have been battling the fire for two days. The situation remains precarious, with flare-ups expected due to the windy conditions. The fire has already led to the evacuation of several villages, and a coastguard vessel is on standby for possible sea evacuations.

Evia has a history of devastating wildfires, with significant damage occurring in 2021 and last summer. The current fire follows a series of heatwaves across southern Europe, exacerbating the already dry conditions. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has warned that the country faces a challenging summer ahead, with August expected to bring more difficult conditions.

The fire service has rated the risk of fire in several areas of Greece as very high, including parts of Central Greece, the Peloponnese, Thessaly, and the islands of the north Aegean. As the firefighting efforts continue, authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and prepared for further evacuations if necessary.


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