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How fake Naxos potatoes and modern ambitions are threatening the future of a world-renowned crop

Historic Naxos potatoes hold protected status, but young people on the island no longer want to be farmers.

  • Naxos potatoes cultivated since late 18th century, contributing significantly to island economy
  • Only 300 potato farmers remain on Naxos, down from 300 in 1980s, production dwindled to 5,000 tonnes
  • Fake Naxos potatoes sold in street markets, 99% not from Naxos, threatening island's potato heritage

Kit Harington Says Joining ‘Harry Potter’ Series Was a ‘Very Simple “Yes, Please!”’: ‘I’m a Bit of a Nerd for It’

Kit Harington didn’t think twice when he got the call to join HBO’s “Harry Potter” series as Gilderoy Lockhart, admitting that he’s “a bit of a nerd” for the wizarding world. Speaking on Josh Horowitz’s “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, the “Game of Thrones” star revealed the personal connection he has to the “Harry Potter” books […]

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