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Memorial Day Kicks Off Summer Camping Season

2012-05-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Memorial Day Camping

The finest RV resorts and campgrounds in the US, Best Parks in America, report an increased summer camping and RVing reservations for this year, compared to 2011.

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Memorial Day Weekend Destination: Pont Reyes

2012-05-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Pont Reyes parade

Pont Reyes is the perfect destination for sport and nature enthusiasts, families with kids and anyone feeling like leaving the house and spending some quality time outside.

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Five Most Beautiful Memorial Day Destinations

2011-05-27 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Relax this memorial day 2011 at Sedona

Each year in May, on the last Monday of the month Americans all over the world celebrate Memorial Day, in remembrance of fallen Union soldiers during the American Civil War, and all US military casualties ever since. This year, Memorial Day falls on the May 30, which means this weekend is the perfect opportunity to […]

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Memorial Day Destination: Corpus Christi

2011-05-27 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Corpus Christi

Often overlooked, Corpus Christi is an ideal family destination all summer-long. As U.S.S. Lexington is harbored on the bay, this coastal town is more than perfect to celebrate this year’s Memorial Day.

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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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Archaeological Site of Itanos in Lassithi near the famous Vai palm forest.

ITV’s This Morning and Loose Women to Showcase Crete’s Hidden Gems

2026-07-10 By Manuel Santos

ITV presenters Jeff Brazier and producer Mariam Hussain are filming in eastern Crete for This Morning and Loose Women, bringing Lassithi to millions of UK and Irish viewers.

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Eastern Crete Cultural Group Joins Opposition to Proposed Wind Farm Projects

2026-07-10 By Iorgos Pappas

A cultural and environmental association in eastern Crete has joined growing opposition to eight proposed wind farm projects in Lassithi, calling for greater public consultation and environmental safeguards.

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Experts Urge Calm as Crete Addresses Toxic Pufferfish Spread

2026-07-10 By Iorgos Pappas

The Geotechnical Chamber of Greece (GEOTEE) in Crete issued a public safety guide to separate scientific fact from social media panic regarding the pufferfish.

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Scarlet Lady Returns to Crete After Earlier Diversion from Türkiye

2026-07-10 By Kostas Raptis

The Scarlet Lady made an unscheduled call at Souda after itinerary changes, returning to Crete days after Türkiye barred the LGBTQ+-chartered cruise from its planned ports.

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Heraklion Union Demands Labor Inspections After 16-Year-Old Employee Assaulted in Hersonissos

2026-07-10 By Iorgos Pappas

The Heraklion Hotel Workers’ Union issued a fierce condemnation of the 61-year-old hotel manager arrested for assaulting a 16-year-old employee in Hersonissos.

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