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Santorini preservation

Cousteau Divers Collaborating to Create Marine Protected Area of Santorini

2018-05-15 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Cousteau Divers

The Healthy Seas Initiative, supported by the Italian fabric manufacturer Carvico SpA, has joined Cousteau Divers, the organization founded by Pierre-Yves Cousteau, in supporting the creation of the first marine protected area (MPA) of Santorini.

Tags: Carvico SpA, dive preserve, fish preserve, marine preservation, Pierre-Yves Cousteau, Santorini, Santorini preservation, World Oceans 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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112 Alert Issued for Agios Nikolaos for Severe Weather

2026-10-01 By Argophilia Travel News

A new 112 alert has been issued for Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, due to severe weather. Residents and visitors are urged to limit movements and follow authorities.

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Meteorological Models Warn of Catastrophic Rains Up to 450 mm Over Crete Through Sunday

2026-10-01 By Manuel Santos

ECMWF and German weather models project over 400 to 450 liters of rain per square meter on Crete’s northern mountain slopes, triggering flood warnings.

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Crete’s Coast Guard Says It Has Had Enough of Improvised Migration Facilities

2026-10-01 By Arthur Butler

The Coast Guard Union of Crete blasts local politicians for blocking transit facilities and leaving officers stranded in sub-par conditions.

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From Heraklion Airport Runway to the Courthouse, 62 Cretan Farmers Face Questions

2026-10-01 By Mihaela Lica Butler

An in-depth look at the 62 agricultural prosecutions stemming from the December 2025 Heraklion Airport protests and the systemic failure behind them.

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Severe Weather Alert: Travel Warning Issued for Mylopotamos Mountain Villages

2026-10-01 By Argophilia Travel News

Civil Protection issues an urgent 112 alert banning travel to Zoniana, Livadia, and the Mylopotamos mountain range in Rethymno amid severe weather.

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