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A Legacy of Courage: What “Oxi Day” Means to the World

2021-10-28 by Phil Butler

Today, the world celebrates “Oxi Day” and a time not so long ago when a few stood against the mightiest army ever assembled.

Tags: 1940, Africa Corps, Balkans War, Crete resistance, Greco-Italian War, Greece, Greek resistance, Hitler, Ioannis Metaxas, Mussolini, Nazis, North Africa, Operation Barbarosa, Operation Mercury, Rommel, Third Reich

In Observance of Valor: Rethymno’s Oxi Day 2018 Parade

2018-10-30 by Phil Butler

Argophilia was lucky enough to be part of “Oxi Day” 2018, a commemoration of Greek bravery in World War 2.

Tags: Adolf Hitler, Barbarossa, crete, Crete holidays, Crete parades, Four Martyrs Church, Greek holidays, Hitler, Ioannis Metaxas, Mussolini, Ohi Day, Ohi Day 2018, Oxi Day, Rethymno, Tessaron Martyron Square, Winston Churchill, World War II, World War II Memorial

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14th Pediada Cycling Tour Returns on May 3

2026-04-15 By Manuel Santos

The 14th Pediada Cycling Tour returns on May 3, 2026. A 15km journey through the traditional villages of Apostoli, Thrapsano, and more.

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Oleander Controversy in Crete

2026-04-15 By Victoria Udrea

A new health directive in Greece suggests removing toxic oleander plants from schools, sparking a debate between safety officials and environmental experts.

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New High-Tech Pedestrian Crossings to Shield Schools in Rethymno

2026-04-15 By Kostas Raptis

Rethymno begins installing smart pedestrian crossings with LED technology to protect students and improve road safety for residents and visitors.

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Vandalism Marred Resurrection Celebrations in Heraklion

2026-04-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Holy Saturday celebrations in Heraklion, Crete, led to widespread damage, with Molotovs and IEDs found in Nea Alikarnassos and other districts.

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Paleochora Coastal Crisis: Mayor Demands Urgent Sea Defenses

2026-04-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Following Storm Erminio, the Municipality of Kantanos-Selino calls for immediate coastal armoring in Paleochora to protect homes from sea incursions.

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