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Carney’s First Budget Signals a Generational Reset for Canada’s Finances

Prime Minister Mark Carney jokes with Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne as they greet families before participating in an announcement at a community centre in Ottawa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s inaugural budget is being framed as a turning point in Canada’s fiscal direction, marking a sharp departure from the spending patterns of recent years . Presented alongside Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, the budget is not just a financial document but a statement of intent: to reshape the country’s economic priorities in the face of global uncertainty and domestic pressures. At the heart of the plan is a shift away from expansive spending toward what Carney has described as “tough choices” and “sacrifices.” The government has emphasized that Canada must “spend less to invest more” , signaling a reallocation of resources rather than an outright expansion of the deficit. This approach reflects Carney’s long-standing...
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Athens Flights to Continue Amid Strike, Travelers Urged to Prepare for Delays


Despite a nationwide general strike set for October 1, 2025, flights to and from Athens International Airport will operate as scheduled after Greek courts ruled the participation of air traffic controllers in the strike illegal. AEGEAN and Olympic Air confirmed that all domestic and international services will proceed, though passengers may still face significant delays due to ongoing restrictions on the number of takeoffs and landings per hour.

Athens International Airport has already been grappling with disruptions, with nearly one in five flights delayed earlier this week, some by up to two hours. The strike is expected to heavily impact other modes of transport, including ferries, metro, buses, and taxis, leaving travelers with limited alternatives.

Authorities and airlines are advising passengers to check for real-time updates, allow extra time for their journeys, and be prepared for longer queues at Greece’s busiest airport.


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