“Bionic eye” discovers Plato’s final resting place
The burial spot was found in one of the Herculaneum scrolls charred by Mt. Vesuvius.

Greek philosopher Plato played a huge role in shaping Western thought, particularly around politics, and even though he died more than 2,300 years ago, his “Republic” is still one of the most studied books at top US colleges.

Despite Plato’s wide and lasting influence, though, there’s still a lot we don’t know about him, including his final resting place. Historians had been able to narrow it down to the garden of the school he founded in Athens, but where exactly in the expansive gardens was a mystery — until now.

3.9 Earthquake hits off Kefalonia Coast

 The epicenter of the earthquake was located 5 kilometers south-southwest of Lixouri, with a focal depth of 15.2 kilometers

An earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale rocked the residents of Kefalonia on Friday afternoon.

According to the Athens Geodynamic Institute, the tremor was recorded at 3.9 on the Richter scale and occurred at approximately 13:48.

So far, there have been no reports about damage or injuries from the earthquake, with scientists examining the seismic activity in the area.

Red Arrows aerobatic team to perform in Paleo Faliro on May 18

The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, will put on a display at noon on Saturday, May 18, above Flisvos in Paleo Faliro, on the coast of Athens.

The British aerobatic team will also perform in a show on May 21 in Souda Bay, Crete, as part of the celebrations for the 83rd anniversary of the Battle of Crete.