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1. Greece and the Christians of the Middle East

   Greece – and Cyprus – are the Western countries closest to the Middle East. Having traditional ties, as well as trade relations, with most of the states in the region, Athens is concerned about the developing conflict and expresses its sincere interest in the safety of Christian populations.

2. AEK sees European dream become distant after Rayo loss

   AEK lost 3-0 at Rayo Vallecano on Thursday for the quarterfinals of the Conference League.

3. Short-term rentals show shifts

   Demand for short-term rentals in Greece is experiencing a time shift, owing to the geopolitical developments, although interest remains strong.

4. Better now than later

   The government’s proposed ban on children younger than 15 using social media platforms is an experimental measure.

5. ATHEX: Weekly bourse gains at over 5%

   The Athens Exchange (ATHEX) general index closed at 2,225.74 points, shedding 2.63% from Wednesday.

6. PM defends planned social media ban for young, says gaming, online gambling next

   Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has defended the government’s plan to ban teenagers under the age of 15 from using social media from next year, citing concerns over mental health, while indicating that gaming and online gambling will be the next sectors to face age-related restrictions.

7. Limbering up the digestive system with magiritsa

   What a wise invention magiritsa is. It serves as the perfect bridge between the Lenten fast and the Easter feast, while making the most of the season’s fresh, aromatic herbs.

8. Minor accused of raping girl conditionally released

   A 17-year-old accused of raping a 14-year-old girl in Thessaloniki has been conditionally released after testifying before an investigating magistrate.

9. Man arrested on Kythera for antiquities violations

   A man arrested on Wednesday on the island of Kythera is facing charges including looting antiquities, failure to report archaeological finds, offering antiquities for sale online and illegal weapons possession, police have said.

10. To be or not to be a minister and an MP

    Reform initiatives, especially when they touch on institutions, are viewed positively by the political center, argues Zaharias Zoupis, head of research at Opinion Poll.