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Operation Mercury

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

Resistance Fighter George Psychoundakis: The Legendary Cretan Runner

2019-08-22 by Phil Butler

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The death of George Psychoundakis at age 85 in Chania marks in bedrock legendary Cretan forthrightness. Here is a part of his epic story.

Tags: Cretan heroes, Cretans, Crete resistance, Crete stories, Episkopi, George Psychoundakis, Mouselas Valley, Nazi war, Operation Mercury, Patrick Leigh Fermor, The Cretan Runner, World War II

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Stories of Interest

Diktaion Antron Elevator Project Dropped

Controversial Cave of Zeus Elevator Project Falls Through

2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

The Cave of Zeus elevator project was nixed, while local businesses in the Lasithi Plateau struggle with long-term site closures.

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€1.5 Million Lifeline for Chania Municipal Market Businesses Ahead of 2026 Reopening

2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

After years of scaffolding, dust, and the occasional existential crisis, the Municipal Market of Chania (Δημοτική Αγορά Χανίων) is preparing for a meaningful comeback. Through coordinated institutional efforts, €1.5 million in funding has been secured to provide immediate support to approximately 50 local professionals whose businesses were disrupted by the extensive reconstruction works. The financial intervention aims […]

Samaria Gorge

Samaria Gorge Refuses to Open on Schedule

2026-04-16 By Manuel Santos

The traditional May 1 opening of Samaria Gorge is delayed. Rockfalls and high water levels have made the Cretan trek impassable.

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Arkalos Mountain Running Club Members Clean Nerokourou and Malaxa Trails

2026-04-16 By Manuel Santos

The Arkalos Mountain Running Club led a major environmental cleanup in Chania, proving that the love of sport and nature go hand in hand.

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Maritime Alert: Military Exercises to Close Coastal Zones in Western Crete

2026-04-16 By Argophilia Travel News

NAMFI drills scheduled for late April will close maritime zones A1 and A2 in Western Crete. Check schedules for Chania and Rethymno.

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