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Greece’s Births Have Fallen 42% Since 2009

Victoria Udrea

Fewer babies, an aging population and a growing divide between mainland Greece and regions such as Crete are reshaping the country’s future.

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West Nile Virus Cases Rise to 324 in Greece

Ion Bogdan V.

Greece has recorded 324 West Nile virus cases and 30 deaths this season, with cases reported in Heraklion and Rethymno, and Hersonissos classified as high risk.

3 days ago

Greece’s New Pay Transparency Law Puts Tourism Businesses on Notice

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greece’s new pay transparency law introduces new requirements for tourism employers on pay structures, recruitment and gender pay reporting.

6 days ago

Santorini Launches Four-Month Strategic Tourism Campaign with Edelweiss Air

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Santorini is targeting the Swiss market with a four-month Edelweiss campaign, as Zurich-Santorini capacity rises 3% and the island seeks stronger air connections.

1 week ago

Santorini Wants More Tourists, Just Not All at Once

Mihaela Lica Butler

Santorini launches a major tourism campaign in France and Switzerland, targeting new visitors and extending demand beyond the busy summer season.

1 week ago

No, Greece Is Not Letting Hotels Move 25 Meters From the Sea

Iorgos Pappas

Greece’s new tourism planning framework does not allow hotels within 25 meters of the sea. The first 25 meters will be subject to strict construction limits.

2 weeks ago

German Travelers Put Crete on the Map for Autumn Escapes

Mihaela Lica Butler

Reisereporter ranked the top 6 autumn destinations for German tourists in Greece. Crete made the list and ranks at nr. 6.

2 weeks ago

EU Approves Greece’s €4.77 Billion Social Climate Plan for Energy and Transit

Kostas Raptis

The European Commission approved Greece’s €4.77 billion Social Climate Plan, funding home upgrades, heating support, electric transport and accessibility through 2032.

2 weeks ago

Thessaloniki Metro Extension to Kalamaria Opens Today

Iorgos Pappas

Thessaloniki Metro’s 4.5-kilometer extension to Kalamaria opened,, adding five stations and cutting travel time to central Thessaloniki to under 20 minutes.

2 weeks ago

Amorgos to Host 17th International Tourism Film Festival and 23rd YPERIA Convention

Iorgos Pappas

The 17th Amorgos International Tourism Film Festival will bring filmmakers, tourism professionals and cultural organizations to the island from November 12 to 17.

2 weeks ago

Urban Wildlife Alert: Foxes Spotted Prowling the OAKA Olympic Complex

Arthur Butler

Foxes have appeared at Athens’ OAKA, prompting officials to issue guidance on safely coexisting with urban wildlife.

2 weeks ago

Cyclone Project Clears Over 1,800 Tons of Illegal Waste Near Greek Ancient Sites

Victoria Udrea

The Cyclone Project has removed thousands of tons of illegal waste from rural areas in Argolida, Messinia, and Fokida.

2 weeks ago

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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.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

Giorgos Mazonakis

Why Giorgos Mazonakis Chose Pefkoi in Lasithi

2026-09-10 By Arthur Butler

Giorgos Mazonakis had a long connection with Pefkoi near Makry Gialos in Lasithi, where he bought an old factory and turned it into a private home.

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Firefighters Rescue Two Tourists in Chania and Rethymno

2026-09-10 By Manuel Santos

Two tourist rescue operations took place in Crete on Thursday, with an American woman injured in Kissamos and a German tourist rescued from a trail in southern Rethymno.

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Heraklion Airport Gets 17 New Kiss & Fly Spaces for Quick Drop-Offs

2026-09-09 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion Airport has a new Kiss & Fly area, giving passengers and drop-off drivers a dedicated place for quick departures and arrivals without hunting for parking. The new facility, introduced by the Civil Aviation Authority outside Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, has 17 spaces for short stops. Patris reported the opening today. You drive in, drop off […]

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33-Year-Old Polish Man in ICU After Near-Drowning in Ierapetra

2026-09-09 By Manuel Santos

A 33-year-old Polish man is in intensive care after a near-drowning at Agios Andreas beach in Ierapetra. The Port Authority is investigating.

Crete overtourism

How Much Overtourism Can Crete Handle?

2026-09-09 By Arthur Butler

Crete is breaking tourism records, but water, roads, housing and infrastructure are under pressure. An analysis examines where overtourism is already a problem.

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