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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.

Warm Nights-Cold Beers Returns to Georgiadis Park on August 1-2

2025-07-28 by Kostas Raptis

Warm Nights-Cold Beers

Warm Nights-Cold Beers returns to Georgiadis Park on August 1-2, 2025, hosted by DEPANAL.

Europe Ditches Outdated 100ml Liquid Rule at Airports

2025-07-27 by Kostas Raptis

100ml liquid rule

ECAC has approved new CT scanners that can detect liquids, ending the notorious 100ml liquid rule for European airports equipped with them.

2025 Revolut Survey Reveals Greeks’ Concerns on Holidays

2025-07-26 by Kostas Raptis

Revolut survey Greek concerns vacations 2025 AI illustration

Revolut survey reveals what worries Greeks on holiday, from financial concerns to security risks, across different generations.

eSIM Providers Hit a Wall in Türkiye

2025-07-26 by Kostas Raptis

eSim providers AI illustration

Türkiye blocks major eSIM providers Saily, Airalo, Holafly, Nomad, Instabridge, Mobimatter, Alosim, and BNESIM.

Fraport Greece Launches Promotional Campaign for 14 Regional Airports

2025-07-25 by Kostas Raptis

Mr Andrews Fraport Greece promotional campaign

Fraport Greece launches a witty promotional campaign starring Mr. Andrews, highlighting 14 regional airports as the gateway to authentic Greek experiences.

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“Once, at dawn,” an old man from Anogeia tells, “I saw eyes burning in the rocks. Too wide for a cat, too low for a wolf. A fourogatos. He watched me, then vanished. No sound, no trace. Just those eyes.” The boy beside him laughs. “A story. A tale to keep children from straying.”The old […]

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