Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

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.

Greece Faces Water Crisis. Again.

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Greece is struggling with acute water scarcity, especially on its islands. This pressing issue has sparked a debate among experts about possible remedies, with some suggesting desalination and others advocating for the construction of dams. There are obvious solutions, but stubbornness and unwillingness make higher-ups resist anything remotely useful. Alexandros Yfantis, who heads the prominent […]

Alarmingly Low Water Levels in Lake Volvi

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In northeastern Greece, Lake Volvi faces a significant threat as prolonged dry spells and sweltering heat have caused its waters to recede drastically. As the nation’s second-largest lake, Volvi’s levels have sunk by an alarming meter over recent months. According to the recent assessment by the Hellenic Wetland Habitat Center, this descent has reached a […]

Ierapetra’s 4th Trail Ride of Crete Starts October 5th

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The Ierapetra ATV Friends Club has once again organized the TRAIL RIDE OF CRETE races. The ATV races will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 5 and 6, 2024. Racers will compete across 180 kilometers of the mountainous terrain surrounding Europe’s Southernmost city. Competitors will compete in timed stars, leaving from Ierapetra’s Eleftheria Square […]

Alltours Group Announces Luxury Hotel in Malia for 2025

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The Alltours Group has announced the coming opening of its Allsun Hotel Malia Beach on Crete in April of 2025. The 4.5-star Allsun Hotels resort has just been extensively renovated, and will offer guests a top-tier all-inclusive experience this coming season. . Sitting right on the beach in Malia, Allsun Hotel Malia Beach is ideally […]

Heraklion: Anticipated Traffic Challenges

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Starting tomorrow, both lanes of Hanioporta will be off-limits to vehicles for ten days due to essential restoration efforts at a local monument. The work is crucial to eliminating any potential hazards caused by lingering issues and moisture damage. Although delayed, this project is now moving forward to ensure the site’s safety. As a result […]

China’s Push for AI Content Transparency

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China’s drive for greater control over digital content stems from concerns about clarity and authenticity in the era of artificial intelligence. This initiative focuses on visibly marking all AI-generated materials shared across digital platforms.

Aegean Airlines Offers Up to 50% Discount on Domestic Flights

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Aegean Airlines has unveiled a significant travel offer—up to 50% off on domestic flights, presenting an affordable way to explore Greece. This limited-time discount is available for journeys planned between October 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025. Highlighting its wide array of scenic and historic destinations, the airline invites passengers to embark on their next […]

Crete: Innovative Earthquake Prediction Partnership

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Manolis Beladakis, Director of Primary Education in Heraklion, welcomed Dr. Jonathan Bedford, head of the Tectonic Geodesy team from Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, to his office. Their meeting centred around the innovative TectoVision project, which aims to develop a global system for monitoring tectonic plate movements. Predictive Technologies for Earthquake Monitoring Researchers intend to harness […]

Heraklion: Challenges in Waste Removal

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During a challenging period for waste collection in the Municipality of Heraklion, local authorities emphasise the need for maximum cooperation between residents and the council to ensure the city remains clean. Legal proceedings involving contract workers from the Cleaning Service are set for October and November. This has led to many workers taking leave, leaving […]