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CrowdStrike Update Affects Flights in Grece

Kostas Raptis

A global system failure caused by an update by CrowdStrike crashed Microsoft’s operating systems. This incident caused substantial delays and cancellations for 1,390 international flights, disrupting airports and various industries worldwide. Major international airports grappled with information system failures, primarily affecting the boarding and disembarking processes. Heraklion’s “Nikos Kazantzakis” airport faced secondary issues, leading to […]

1 year ago

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels Unveils Emergency Accommodation Platform

Argophilia Travel News

A new Emergency Accommodation Platform is available to accommodate citizens in hotel rooms during natural disasters.

1 year ago

JinkoSolar to Supply Battery Storage Solutions to Athens International Airport

Kostas Raptis

JinkoSolar announced today an agreement with kIEFER to supply its large scale battery storage, SunTera to Athens International Airport.

2 years ago

On-the-Road Power Solutions: EcoFlow’s Alternator Charger

Kostas Raptis

EcoFlow’s new alternator charger boosts road power for adventurers

2 years ago

Revolutionizing EV Charging Payments with Industry-Leading Security

Iorgos Pappas

ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) and Scheidt & Bachmann, a provider of energy retail solutions, have introduced the first payment terminal in the charging industry that meets the new OCPI industry standards and aligns with recent EU regulations for EV charging. ChargePoint’s new payment terminal is the first to provide seamless integration via the industry’s newest open […]

2 years ago

Google Maps Timeline: Upcoming Changes to Location History

Kostas Raptis

In the coming months, the setting previously known as Location History in Google Maps will be renamed Timeline.

2 years ago

AI-powered XBot-L by Robot ERA scales the Great Wall of China

Kostas Raptis

Robot Era, a China-based company, has demonstrated its latest innovation by becoming the first humanoid to scale the Great Wall of China.

2 years ago

ETAKER Offers Reliable Power Solutions for RVs and SUVs

Kostas Raptis

ETAKER smart alternator charger revolutionizes mobile power solutions by connecting directly to your vehicle battery and rooftop solar panels.

2 years ago

World’s First DJI Drone Delivery on Everest

Victoria Udrea

In a groundbreaking collaboration he world’s first successful DJI drone delivery trials on Mount Everest (Mount Qomolangma) completed in April.

2 years ago

mAiGreece App: Your New Travel Companion

Kostas Raptis

Greece introduces mAiGreece, your new travel companion: discover tailored recommendations and exclusive experiences.

2 years ago

Azerbaijan Unveils Accommodation Platform for UN’s COP29 in Baku

Kostas Raptis

Azerbaijan unveiled an accommodation platform for COP29 attendees. Secure your hotel in Baku for the UN Climate Change Conference with ease.

2 years ago

ChargePoint & Airbnb Team Up to Expand EV Charging at US Listings

Iorgos Pappas

ChargePoint and Airbnb partner to make it easier for Airbnb hosts in the US to install EV chargers at their listings to meet a growing demand in EV charging from Airbnb guests.

2 years ago

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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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