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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.

Crete–Cyprus Direct Flights Launch, Strengthening Ties Between the Two Islands

2025-12-23 by Kostas Raptis

Crete–Cyprus Direct Flights

The launch of direct Cyprus Airways flights between Larnaca and Heraklion marks a strategic step in strengthening tourism and cooperation between Crete and Cyprus.

Athens Roads Are Under New AI Surveillance

2025-12-22 by Kostas Raptis

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Driving in Athens just changed. AI traffic cameras are recording speeding, phone use, and red-light violations. Drivers should expect fines.

Why Driving in Crete in Winter Is Dangerous

2025-12-22 by Kostas Raptis

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Driving in Crete in winter is not impossible, and it is certainly not exotic.

EU Entry/Exit System Causes Airport Queues Across Europe

2025-12-21 by Kostas Raptis

Three-Hour Airport Queues EES

Europe’s new Entry/Exit System triggers passport control delays of up to three hours, raising concerns ahead of the 2026 travel season.

Flying With Luggage in Europe Is Now a Game of Guess the Fee

2025-12-19 by Kostas Raptis

airport luggage fees

AirHelp data reveals wide differences in airline luggage fees across Europe, making baggage rules a costly guessing game for travelers.

airBaltic Adds Athens to Its Summer 2026 Map as Baltic–Greece Links Grow

2025-12-19 by Kostas Raptis

airbaltic

airBaltic strengthens Baltic–Greece connectivity for summer 2026, adding a new Tallinn–Athens route alongside wider European expansion.

EasyJet and Jet2 Add New UK–Greece Routes for 2026

2025-12-17 by Kostas Raptis

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EasyJet and Jet2 boost UK–Greece connectivity for 2026 with new routes, more seats, and expanded access to key destinations.

Heraklion Airport Brought to a Standstill as Farmers Block Both Entrances

2025-12-08 by Kostas Raptis

farmers block access to Heraklion Airport

Farmers escalate protests by blocking both entrances to Heraklion Airport, leaving travelers stranded and causing serious delays across Crete.

Hersonissos Aims to Become National Model with New Energy Community Initiative

2025-12-06 by Kostas Raptis

hersonissos energy reform

The Municipality of Hersonissos presents its new Energy Community, aiming for clean power, lower costs, and support for vulnerable households.

Heraklion Airport Hits 10 Million Passengers Despite Filthy Toilets and Endless Delays for New Terminal

2025-12-06 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion Airport

Heraklion Airport closes in on 10 million passengers for 2025, while travellers report filthy toilets, overcrowding, and slow progress on the new Kasteli Airport.

Germany and London Move Closer with a Future High-Speed Link

2025-12-06 by Kostas Raptis

train tracks

DB and Eurostar sign an MoU to explore a direct high-speed connection between Germany and London, aiming for launch in the early 2030s.

RevitUp.direct Unveils Cyprus’ First Destination-Scale AI Chatbot for Famagusta

2025-12-04 by Kostas Raptis

RevitUp AI travel assistant

A breakthrough moment for Mediterranean tourism innovation RevitUp.direct proudly announces the launch of the groundbreaking AI Digital Assistant developed for the Famagusta Tourism Development & Promotion Company — the first destination-wide AI chatbot ever deployed in Cyprus, marking a decisive step into the next era of intelligent travel experiences. The new assistant is available through […]

6,000 A320 Airplanes Need a Patch Because of UV Rays

2025-12-02 by Kostas Raptis

airlines

Airbus A320 jets worldwide need a software fix after sunlight corrupted flight-control data. Passengers get chaos, but no compensation.

Cretan Farmer Blockades Force KTEL to Rewrite Reality

2025-12-01 by Kostas Raptis

bus stop

Cretan farmer blockades hit KTEL routes, forcing early departures and pure road chaos.

Safety Review Pushes Drastic Measures for Krasi’s Plane Tree

2025-12-01 by Kostas Raptis

plane tree of Krasi

Krasi’s ancient plane tree may undergo drastic pruning after a new study cites safety risks.

Heraklion Airport Bomb Scare Handled Swiftly

2025-12-01 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion Airport handled an early bomb alert with calm precision; the flight to Athens departed safely.

Full security protocols followed after a bomb threat at Heraklion Airport; nothing suspicious found.

Golden Visa Applications Dropped Sharply in 2025

2025-11-30 by Kostas Raptis

Golden Visa Greece

Golden Visa applications in Greece fell sharply in 2025 as approvals surged and a large backlog remains.

Crete Prepares for the Loudest Motorcade of the Season

2025-11-30 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion taxi drivers

Heraklion taxi drivers launch a fiery 48-hour strike over “pirate taxis,” protesting rare but infuriating illegal rides across Crete.

Heraklion Airport Main Runway Shuts Down January 19–26

2025-11-30 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion Airport runway

Heraklion Airport closes its main runway 19–26 January 2026 for safety upgrades; flights shift to the smaller runway.

A Stronger Grid for Crete

2025-11-28 by Kostas Raptis

Crete–Attica power link

The Crete–Attica power link promises €5B in savings by 2035, cleaner air, and more stable energy for tourism.

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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.

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Stories of Interest

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11-Year-Old Lands 162 Toxic Pufferfish, Helping Protect Greece’s Seas

2026-07-07 By Manuel Santos

Lefteris Kavvidas, an 11-year-old from Kastellorizo, won a fishing competition by catching 162 silver-cheeked toadfish.

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Free Tourism Studies in Crete: Enrollments Now Open for 2026-2027

2026-07-07 By Argophilia Travel News

The SAEK Tourism of Crete offers free vocational training in hospitality, management, culinary arts, and pastry.

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Firefighters Keep Watch After Ierapetra Blaze Threatens Greenhouses

2026-07-07 By Iorgos Pappas

A wildfire broke out on Monday morning near agricultural greenhouses in Bramiana, Ierapetra, triggering a 112 emergency alert.

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Malevizi Festival Returns in September With Free Concerts, Local Culture, and Traditional Dances

2026-07-07 By Arthur Butler

The Malevizi Festival returns to Gazi from Sept 4-6, 2026, with live music, local culture, and free evening concerts.

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Giant Potato Found in Crete Could Challenge Guinness World Record If It Passes Inspection

2026-07-07 By Iorgos Pappas

Local reports from Neo Chorio, Apokoronas, claim a farmer unearthed a 6.15kg potato which would surpass the current Guinness World Record for the world’s heaviest potato.

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