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Today in Cretan History: Holocaust of Arkadi

Mihaela Lica Butler

A monastery is the site of the fearless stand and ultimate sacrifice of 943 Cretans, mainly women and children, during the Holocaust of Arkadi.

1 year ago

Delta Dermitzakis Partners with METKA on Ikos Kissamos Project

Mihaela Lica Butler

Delta Dermitzakis partners on major projects like Ikos Kissamos, reinforcing its leading role in Crete’s MEP engineering industry.

1 year ago

Stream Cleanup Tackles Flood Risks in Lasithi

Iorgos Pappas

Lasithi’s stream cleanup prioritises vulnerable areas with meticulous efforts and planning for long-term improvements.

1 year ago

Lake Kournas Faces Historic Low

Victoria Udrea

Lake Kournas is facing a historic low due to a prolonged drought affecting Crete’s natural haven’s water supply and ecosystems.

1 year ago

5 Charming Cretan Villages in the Municipality of Platanias [Videos]

Victoria Udrea

Cretan villages Sembronas, Mescla, Kontomari, Voukolies, and Modi offer rich history and natural beauty.

1 year ago

Crete’s IA-FORTH to Map the Milky Way in 3D

Kostas Raptis

ERC-funded scientists at MPA, RWTH Aachen, and Crete’s IA-FORTH are creating the first 3D map of the Milky Way.

1 year ago

Finnish Journalists Explore Lassithi to Promote Authentic Crete

Manuel Santos

To promote “authentic Crete,” the Lassithi region recently welcomed a Finnish press team: writer Pia Ingström and photographer Elina Simonen.

1 year ago

Crete: From Paradise to Garbage Dump

Phil Butler

Crete Island’s garbage dump crisis in Apokoronas demonstrates how inadequate waste disposal turns paradise into hazard.

1 year ago

Zominthos—Livadi—Krousonas Hike This Sunday

Kostas Raptis

Don’t miss the Zominthos—Livadi—Krousonas trek organized by ΦΥ. Σ.Η. this Sunday, November 10. End your hike with a traditional Cretan meal.

1 year ago

Crete’s Housing Crisis Deepens

Argophilia Travel News

Sky-high building costs and the Airbnb trend exacerbate Crete’s housing crisis, impacting residents and renters alike.

1 year ago

Drought Crisis Should Prompt Authorities to Declare Crete in a State of Emergency

Iorgos Pappas

Because of the current drought crisis, the authorities should declare a state of emergency on the island of Crete.

1 year ago

Heraklion to Host the Second Annual “Choose Crete” Conference on November 9

Argophilia Travel News

The Choose Crete 2024 international conference takes place at the Hellenic Mediterranean University in Heraklion on November 9

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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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Heraklion’s Sudden Real Estate Rush Over the Old Airport Land

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

Diving into the hilarious scramble as Heraklion officials dust off 1932 deeds to claim a 32.4% stake in the aging Nikos Kazantzakis airport site.

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A Six-Kilo Giant Mushroom Has Been Found in the Cretan Countryside

2026-10-19 By Victoria Udrea

Following heavy autumn rains, a massive 6-kilogram wild oyster mushroom has been discovered in rural Crete, highlighting the island’s rich agritourism bounty.

Lasithi Plateau

OAK Employees Defend Flood Operations in Lasithi Plateau Following Record Rains

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

As torrential autumn storms reshape Crete’s landscape, severe flooding in the Lasithi Plateau has sparked intense debate over water management, infrastructure readiness, and rural protection. After widespread criticism of flooded farmlands and damaged crops across the highland plateau, the OAK Employee Union stepped in to defend regional infrastructure operations. According to hydrological data the union […]

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Teachers to Strike in Heraklion on October 21

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

A teacher strike rally at Eleftheria Square in Heraklion on October 21 will cause traffic delays for visitors navigating the city center.

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Firefighters Rescue Trapped Dog From Natural Well in Sitanos

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters in Sitia successfully rescued a dog trapped in a deep natural well in Sitanos, earning warm praise from the grateful owner.

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