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Eurovision 2016

Freddie and Hungary: A Eurovision 2016 Dark Horse [Video]

2016-05-11 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Hungary’s 2016 Eurovision hopes remain kindled as Freddie stays alive to reach the finals as a black horse favorite. In an edition seemingly destined to go to Russia’s Sergey Lazarev, the rich voice of Gábor Alfréd Fehérvári’s (Freddie’s real name) “Pioneer” just may upset the song contest apple cart.

Tags: Eurovision 2016, Eurovision contest, Eurovision Sweden, Freddie, Pioneer, Sergey Lazarev

Eurovision 2016 Contenders: Armenia’s Iveta Mukuchyan

2016-03-24 by Phil Butler

If a gorgeous diva, a gorgeous man, a striking voice, and a riveting song could help a competitor win Eurovision 2016, then Armenia’s Iveta Mukuchyan should be considered a top competitor in Stockholm. Her video of the song
“LoveWave” is unique among the 43 entries.

Tags: Armenia, Eurovision 2016, Iveta Mukuchyan, Love Wave

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A Vasilopita with a Sacred Purpose Near Heraklion

2025-12-27 By Iorgos Pappas

A charitable Vasilopita event will take place on January 4, 2026, near Heraklion, supporting the completion of the Church of Saints Parthenios and Evmenios.

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Rethymno Farmers Turn Protest Into a Community Table

2025-12-27 By Victoria Udrea

Livestock farmers in Rethymno staged a symbolic protest by boiling and sharing meat with citizens, and donating over one ton of meat to local soup kitchens.

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Interactive Kallikantzaroi Children’s Performance in Neapoli on December 30

2025-12-27 By Argophilia Travel News

Interactive Kallikantzaroi performance by Katsimihas brothers’ story will take place at the Municipal Garden of Neapoli on December 30.

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Heraklion Tested the Sky With Its First Drone Show

2025-12-27 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion experienced a new kind of urban spectacle on Friday, December 26, 2025, as more than 300 drones illuminated the sky above the Venetian Walls near the Jesus Gate, marking the city’s first drone show. The show, part of the municipal program “Christmas in the City 2025“, drew a large crowd despite unsettled weather. However, […]

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Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa Targets Q2 2026 Opening

2025-12-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa is set to open in Q2 2026, offering 85 seafront rooms with private pools, a spa, rooftop pool club, and conference facilities.

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