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Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

About Kostas Raptis

Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

18-Year-Old Arrested After Migrant Boat Carrying 34 People Reaches Gavdos

2026-07-14 by Kostas Raptis

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Greek authorities arrested an 18-year-old South Sudanese national after rescuing 34 migrants near Gavdos.

British Cruise Passenger Dies After Medical Emergency in Chania

2026-07-14 by Kostas Raptis

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A 79-year-old British cruise passenger died after being found unconscious aboard a cruise ship in Chania.

Apokoronas Raises First Blue Flag of the Season, Celebrating Years of Coastal Progress

2026-07-13 by Kostas Raptis

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Apokoronas has raised its first Blue Flag of the season in Kavros, celebrating a decade of progress that has increased the municipality’s award-winning beaches from six to seventeen.

Breaking: Hotels Discover That Discounts Reduce Revenue

2026-07-12 by Kostas Raptis

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Crete’s tourism industry is having another one of those seasons where everyone claims to be happy while checking the accounting spreadsheets.

Scarlet Lady Returns to Crete After Earlier Diversion from Türkiye

2026-07-10 by Kostas Raptis

Scarlet Lady

The Scarlet Lady made an unscheduled call at Souda after itinerary changes, returning to Crete days after Türkiye barred the LGBTQ+-chartered cruise from its planned ports.

Chania Police and Business Leaders Join Forces Against Cyber Fraud and Illegal Street Trade

2026-07-10 by Kostas Raptis

Chania Safe Business

Business leaders and police in Chania discussed tackling illegal street trading, cyber fraud, and public safety while proposing a new initiative to protect local businesses and visitors.

Welcome to Heraklion Airport, Where Your Vacation Ends with a Queue

2026-07-09 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion Airport departures

Thousands of tourists are currently enjoying the ‘authentic’ Heraklion airport experience, which includes sweating on the pavement and fighting for elbow room inside the terminal.

Heraklion’s Roads Are Being Sliced Open for Fiber Optics, and the Municipality Denies Responsibility

2026-07-09 by Kostas Raptis

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The fiber optic installation in Heraklion has turned roads into obstacle courses. The Municipality says they just issue permits, while drivers deal with the mess.

Greece Ranks 30th for Internet Connectivity—What It Means for Digital Nomads

2026-07-09 by Kostas Raptis

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A new global study ranks Greece 30th for internet connectivity, citing strong cybersecurity but weaker internet quality and costly mobile data.

EU Finalizes Sweeping Upgrades to Air Passenger Rights

2026-07-08 by Kostas Raptis

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The European Parliament has approved new air passenger rights, including free child seating, clearer baggage pricing, and faster compensation for delayed flights.

Greece Extends Deadline for 22-Airport Concession as Investor Interest Grows

2026-07-06 by Kostas Raptis

Greece Regional Airport Concession deadline AI illustration

The deadline to express interest in the 40-year concession of 22 regional Greek airports moved from June 30 to August 20.

Got an Old Mattress or Garden Waste? Here’s How to Get Rid of It in Heraklion

2026-07-04 by Kostas Raptis

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The Municipality of Heraklion has launched a dedicated web application for reporting bulky items and green waste.

Hersonissos to Open New Vocational High School with Tourism Studies

2026-07-03 by Kostas Raptis

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A new vocational high school in Hersonissos will offer tourism, business, IT and agri-food studies, helping prepare local students for careers in Crete’s growing economy.

Greece Launches the New VisitGreece.gr With AI Features and a Digital Tourism Makeover

2026-07-01 by Kostas Raptis

VisitGreece.gr digital museum

Greece’s new VisitGreece.gr officially launches with AI-powered travel planning, a companion app, and a digital museum.

Connexus Unveils ‘ConnexAI’ Suite

2026-06-29 by Kostas Raptis

Connexus ConnexAI

Can a blend of ConnexAI tools and traditional 24/7 human consultants actually change the way corporate travel is managed in Greater China?

Heraklion Upgrades Road Safety with New Smart Pedestrian Crossings

2026-06-29 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion smart pedestrian crossings

Heraklion is betting on technology to fix its traffic woes, with 27 new raised crossings and 24 smart pedestrian crossings now in progress, on a €2.7 million budget.

Greece Has New Deadlines for Ski Resort Upgrades

2026-06-23 by Kostas Raptis

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In Greece, investment projects related to ski resort upgrades funded by the NextGeneration EU program now have a definitive final deadline of June 30, 2026.

Direct Flights Link Alexandroupoli and Heraklion for the Summer Season

2026-06-23 by Kostas Raptis

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Seasonal air link between Alexandroupoli and Heraklion returns. Plus: New plans to connect Thrace, Lesvos, and Crete by 2027.

Rhodes Unveils Ancient Shipyards and Secret Palace Grounds Closed to the Public for 75 Years

2026-06-18 by Kostas Raptis

Pervola archaeological site

The massive restoration integrates Hellenistic naval shipyards, monumental Roman streets, Knightly mints, and Ottoman architecture directly with the Medieval Gardens of the Palace of the Grand Master.

Police Arrested Three Taxi Drivers in Lasithi

2026-06-16 by Kostas Raptis

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Three taxi drivers in Lasithi were arrested after attempting to overcharge undercover Greek police officers posing as English-speaking tourists.

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Why We Embrace AI

At Argophilia, we believe in using every tool at our disposal to bring you the stories that matter. You may notice a certain precision in our data analysis, a specific flair in our visuals, or a rapid turnaround on complex topics. That is no accident—it is the result of our rampant use of artificial intelligence.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

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18-Year-Old Arrested After Migrant Boat Carrying 34 People Reaches Gavdos

2026-07-14 By Kostas Raptis

Greek authorities arrested an 18-year-old South Sudanese national after rescuing 34 migrants near Gavdos.

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British Cruise Passenger Dies After Medical Emergency in Chania

2026-07-14 By Kostas Raptis

A 79-year-old British cruise passenger died after being found unconscious aboard a cruise ship in Chania.

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German Child Rescued After Drifting Offshore on Inflatable Ring at Ligres Beach

2026-07-14 By Manuel Santos

An 8-year-old German boy was safely rescued after drifting offshore on an inflatable ring at Ligres Beach in southern Crete.

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Apokoronas Raises First Blue Flag of the Season, Celebrating Years of Coastal Progress

2026-07-13 By Kostas Raptis

Apokoronas has raised its first Blue Flag of the season in Kavros, celebrating a decade of progress that has increased the municipality’s award-winning beaches from six to seventeen.

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Asterousia Isn’t Becoming Another Resort. That’s Exactly the Point.

2026-07-12 By Iorgos Pappas

UNESCO recognition, hiking trails, local products and 382 monuments are helping southern Crete build a future without selling its soul.

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