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Remembering Markos Ladomenos – One of the Small gods of Crete

2023-07-08 by Phil Butler

Markos Ladomenos

Our family was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a dear friend, Markos Ladomenos (1945 – 2023), from the village of Galatas. He was a great man in the same way we call such people “the small gods of Crete.” Here is a sliver of his story and my parting words for him […]

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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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6th Revenue Masterclass by RevitUp.direct

2026-07-31 By Argophilia Travel News

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Wildfire Forces More Villages to Evacuate in Southern Rethymno

2026-07-30 By Iorgos Pappas

The wildfire raging across southern Rethymno showed no signs of slowing overnight, forcing authorities to order new precautionary evacuations as strong winds continued to drive the flames through difficult terrain.

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The World Is Watching Crete Burn Again

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Major international media outlets are covering the tragic wildfire in Rethymno that claimed the lives of two brave firefighters on Wednesday.

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Heraklion Declares Christmas Before August Does

2026-07-29 By Ion Bogdan V.

While the island actively melts, Heraklion officials have decided the best use of €357,200 right now is planning Christmas trees.

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The Buck Moon Peaks Tonight

2026-07-29 By Victoria Udrea

Crete’s July Buck Moon reaches peak fullness Thursday at 3:30 AM, bringing ancient folklore, Selene’s cheeky Greek myths, and low-horizon views.

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