Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Korean Air Gets Final EC Approval for Asiana Merger

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The European Union competition authority has approved the merger of Korean Air and Asiana Airlines. The European Commission (EC) announced on last week that it has concluded its review after confirming Korean Air’s fulfilling of all required conditions for the merger with Asiana Airlines. In February 2024, the EC granted conditional approval subject to two […]

Rain and Thunderstorms Batter Greece

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The weather in Greece took a dramatic turn as heavy rain and storms pummeled various regions. Thessaly, Sporades, the northern and eastern Aegean islands, Dodecanese, Cyclades, and southern Peloponnese saw intense rainfall and thunderstorms, while central Macedonia (Halkidiki and Pieria) faced a rough start to the morning. Snow covered higher altitudes in northern and central […]

Greece’s Faliro Bay Redevelopment Plans Unveiled

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Greek officials have just revealed detailed plans for the redevelopment of Faliro Bay south of Athens. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called the large scale development an “iconic project” to reconnect Athens with its majestic coastline. The development will revolve around Aenaon, a metropolitan park symbolizing continuity and timelessness, set to open in 2028 with funding […]

Storm Bora Bears Down on Greece [Warning]

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Weather across Greece is expected to deteriorate rapidly in the next few hours as Storm Bora bears down on Eastern Macedonia and Thrace in the early hours of Saturday. The Greek Meteorological Service has issued an urgent bulletin about a low-pressure system named Bora slowly advancing from the Ionian Sea towards the east.  Storm Bora […]

7 Tips to Prepare for a Trip to Israel

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Disclaimer: Travel Advisories and Safety Before travelling to Israel, please check the latest travel advisories from your country, as ongoing geopolitical issues may affect safety. Many governments have issued warnings due to regional tensions, and conditions can change quickly. Stay updated through official sources and ensure you have a flexible travel plan Planning a trip […]