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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.

ELTA Closes More Branches

2025-11-04 by Kostas Raptis

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Once upon a time, the postman rang twice.Now, he just texts: “Branch closed, good luck.” After a decade of decline and a €250 million rescue plan, Hellenic Post (ELTA) has found a new way to innovate — by becoming smaller. It is not bankruptcy; it is “strategic minimalism.” The plan is simple: fewer branches, fewer […]

Chania Runs Out of Space for Cruise Ships

2025-11-03 by Kostas Raptis

Chania cruise ships

Nearly 400,000 passengers arrived in Chania by sea in 2025. Locals smiled, adjusted parking, and practiced saying “no problem” in six languages.

The Real Crete Is Not the Guns but the People

2025-11-03 by Kostas Raptis

Crete reflects

Beyond headlines and feuds, Crete stands for culture, hospitality, and art — a land defined by dignity, not by violence.

Why ELTA Is Shutting 204 Branches

2025-11-02 by Kostas Raptis

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The planned shutdown of 20 ELTA branches across Crete has prompted strong reactions from Laiki Syspeirosi, which warns of deepening isolation for rural communities.

Voriza Incident and Farmer Protests in Crete

2025-11-01 by Kostas Raptis

Voriza shooting

After the tragic Voriza shooting Cretan farmers paused protests in respect for victims while new aid measures for agriculture move forward.

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Crete Faces Deeper Drought Conditions Despite Early Winter Rains

2025-11-18 By Arthur Butler

METEO reports deeper soil drought in Crete despite early winter rains. Surface moisture improved across Greece, but underground reserves on the island remain low.

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Crete Faces EU Pressure Over Kasteli Airport’s Missing Rail Link

2025-11-18 By Kostas Raptis

Haris Mamoulakis warns that Crete’s new Kasteli Airport may open as the EU’s only major hub without a rail link.

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Crete’s Hiking Season Gets Longer

2025-11-17 By Manuel Santos

Crete extends trail maintenance into winter as hiking tourism continues to grow. Visitors urged to stay safe — and never hike alone.

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Crete’s Hidden Winter Market Boom

2025-11-16 By Victoria Udrea

From honey to herbs, Crete’s winter fairs are thriving. Tourists and locals flock to village markets, where tradition, warmth, and inflation meet under one tent.

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Cretan Wineries Gear Up for Gastronomy Tourism

2025-11-15 By Victoria Udrea

Crete’s vineyards prepare for a record season of gastronomy tourism, blending vineyard stays, local table pairings, and authentic Cretan hospitality.

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