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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Cyprus welcomes resignation of UK trade envoy after visit to occupied north

Cyprus welcomed the resignation of UK's trade envoy to Turkey, marking a stance against recognition of Turkish-occupied areas.
#wildfires
#earthquake
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Turkey arrests youth activist after Council of Europe speech DW 08/06/2025

Enes Hocaogullari, a 23-year-old LGBTQ+ advocate, stressed in his speech that youth are fed up and are ready to take to the streets to reclaim their freedoms.
LGBT
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Turkey Dominates the Region With 111 Attack Helicopters, Moure Than Double Iran

Turkey has the largest helicopter fleet in the Middle East, including over 100 attack helicopters.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass. drive-in theater announces screen damage, demise of turkey in viral post

The Mendon Twin Drive-In theater announced that one of its screens was damaged by a wayward turkey, which resulted in the demise of the turkey.
Food & drink
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Turkey sets new record of 50.5 degrees as Europe swelters DW 07/27/2025

Turkey has recorded a new nationwide temperature high of 50.5 degrees Celsius amid a severe heat wave and widespread wildfires.
#cybersecurity
#wildfire
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

The best hotels in Cappadocia, Turkey

Cappadocia's unique landscape and cave hotels attract millions of visitors annually for unforgettable experiences like hot-air balloon rides and scenic stays.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Assad is gone. But can Syrians go home?

Many Syrians are contemplating returning home after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.
#ekrem-imamoglu
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Turkish mega-prison that became symbol of Erdogan's authoritarianism

Silivri prison, famed for its modern facilities, now symbolizes political turmoil and the detention of opposition figures in Turkey.
fromPrx
1 month ago

The World

US President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced the United States will sell US-made arms to Ukraine, marking a shift from Trump's previous stance against transferring weapons.
US politics
#syria
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Peace with PKK could boost Turkey's status in Middle East DW 07/13/2025

After over four decades of waging an armed anti-capitalist struggle for Kurdish self-determination against Turkey's government, the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has declared an end to the conflict and initiated a disarmament process.
World politics
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

Louis Vuitton hit by data breach in Turkiye, over 140,000 users exposed; UK customers also affected (1)

A data breach at Louis Vuitton Turkey affected 142,995 customers due to unauthorized access through a compromised third-party service account.
#pkk
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

12 Turkish soldiers die of methane gas poisoning in Iraq DW 07/07/2025

Twelve Turkish soldiers died from methane gas poisoning during a cave search operation in northern Iraq.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Long War That Ended Last Week

The PKK's disarmament marks a significant step towards peace in Turkey, but challenges remain for the government to address Kurdish grievances.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Long War That Ended Last Week

The PKK's disarmament marks a significant step towards peace in Turkey, but challenges remain for the government to address Kurdish grievances.
World news
fromPrx
1 month ago

The World

Three decades after the Srebrenica massacre, survivors continue to seek justice for the killings of over 8,000 Bosniak men and boys.
#kurdistan-workers-party
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey: Government silences last critical media outlets DW 07/09/2025

Turkey has been ranked 159 out of 180 countries in the 2025 global press freedom index by Reporters Without Borders. Only four journalists are currently imprisoned, yet risks persist.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Turkey Bans Elon Musk's Grok AI Chatbot for Insulting' President Erdogan

Turkey has banned Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok for insulting President Erdogan and Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Tesla sold precisely zero cars in Turkey in January-now it's Musk's hottest market. Here's why

Turkey nearly became Tesla's third-largest global market in June due to demand for a new model tailored to local tax regulations.
#military
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lion's owners arrested after woman and children injured in attack in Pakistan

Pet lion owners arrested after the lion injured a woman and her children in Lahore.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

10 Times It's Best To Swap In Turkey Instead Of Chicken - Tasting Table

Turkey can serve as a versatile and flavorful alternative to chicken in many dishes.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey ramps up political influence in the Western Balkans DW 07/06/2025

The Namazgah mosque in Tirana symbolizes Turkey's growing influence in the Western Balkans through the construction of religious facilities.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey arrests 3 mayors in crackdown on opposition DW 07/05/2025

Turkey's authorities have arrested three mayors from the main opposition party, the CHP, accusing them of extortion, as part of a broader crackdown on opposition members.
US politics
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Do Restaurants In Turkey Serve Alcohol? - Tasting Table

The legal drinking age in Turkey is 18, and all establishments serving alcohol must be licensed. Selling alcohol is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Travel
#air-travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Turkish police arrest cartoonists over drawing showing prophet Muhammad'

Erdogan condemned a cartoon depicting prophets Muhammad and Moses as a vile provocation, amplifying outrage among religious conservatives and leading to four cartoonists' arrests.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Turkiye detains four over cartoon allegedly depicting Abrahamic prophets

I strongly condemn the shameless caricaturing of our Prophet. This is not press freedom. These provocative acts, which insult our sacred values, deeply hurt Muslim consciences.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey detains scores of opposition party members in Izmir DW 07/01/2025

"We are faced with a process similar to that in Istanbul," Bakan said, referring to the March 19 arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. This dawn detention is not a legal necessity but a clear political choice. Indeed, President Erdogan signaled these operations from the palace a few days ago. The scene we are witnessing today is not a product of the rule of law but of a judicial system acting on instructions.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey detains cartoonist over Muhammad caricature DW 06/30/2025

The cartoon depicting Prophet Muhammad sparked police investigations and detentions, emphasizing tensions between freedom of expression and respect for religious values.
#lgbtq-rights
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Freaked out' Staten Islander chased by furious turkey in wild driveway showdown caught on camera

A Staten Island man was chased by a turkey in a humorous incident caught on camera.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

EDWorks Reimagines Seclusion with the Sculptural "Cabin in Woods" on Turkey's Kozak Plateau | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Cabin in Woods blends industrial elements with natural surroundings, creating an engaging dialogue between materials, space, and the landscape.
Design
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Jailed Istanbul mayor in court over prosecutor 'threat' DW 06/16/2025

Imamoglu's imprisonment underscores Turkey's politicized judiciary and risks to political dissent.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Turkish authority granted power to censor Quran translations DW 06/15/2025

The Diyanet has gained constitutional authority to interpret and ban Quran translations deemed inconsistent with Islam.
#india
Healthcare
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

The rise of medical tourism: What drives UK patients to seek surgery abroad - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Turkey is a leading destination for medical tourism, especially in cosmetic surgery.
Patients are increasingly seeking procedures that reflect their true selves rather than merely opting for youth.
The trend of 'reflective aesthetics' is reshaping cosmetic motivations among women.
Erdem Hospital exemplifies Turkey's quality care combined with cultural appeal.
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Far-right Turkish politician goes on trial accused of inciting hatred

Far-right politician Ümit Özdağ faces trial, accused of inciting hatred against migrants, amid claims of political suppression.
#noahs-ark
fromMail Online
2 months ago
OMG science

Bombshell discovery in soil at 'site of Noah's Ark'

The Durupinar Formation in Turkey may be the resting site of Noah's Ark, as suggested by recent geological findings.
fromMail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

New discovery at site of Noah's Ark could prove Biblical story true

Evidence of a structure resembling Noah's Ark has been found in Turkey, suggesting it may align with biblical descriptions.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Bombshell discovery in soil at 'site of Noah's Ark'

The Durupinar Formation in Turkey may be the resting site of Noah's Ark, as suggested by recent geological findings.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Just good neighbors? What nations helping Syria really want DW 06/11/2025

Recent foreign aid to Syria is primarily motivated by self-interest of involved countries.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN
2 months ago

Mexico 1-0 Turkey (Jun 10, 2025) Game Analysis - ESPN

Orbelín Pineda's first-half goal leads Mexico to a 1-0 victory over Turkey in a friendly match.
Bicycling
fromCyclingnews
2 months ago

Turkish rider Mustafa Ayyorkun dies after crash during Tour of Iran

Mustafa Ayyorkun, a promising young cyclist, tragically died following an accident during the Tour of Iran.
#travel
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Turkey sees sharp rise in obesity DW 06/01/2025

"Malnutrition can stunt growth and lead to obesity," she said, pointing to a 2022 study by the Turkish Statistical Institute showing that 62.4% of children in Turkey predominantly eat bread and pasta.
Public health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ireland seal late smash-and-grab win over Turkey as substitute Emily Murphy bags her first international goal

The match between Turkey and Ireland showcased Ireland's struggle for consistency while highlighting the critical importance of progressing from Nations League B to elevate their competitive status.
Europe news
Travel
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Turkey to fine "aisle lice" who stand up and crowd other passengers after landing: 'Strictly forbidden'

Passengers in Turkey can face fines for crowding aisles before deplaning, promoting safety and order during disembarkation.
fromPrx
2 months ago

The World

Turkish authorities allege that Chinese intelligence has employed counterfeit mobile towers to intercept communications from both Uyghur activists and Turkish governmental figures, raising concerns about privacy and national security.
Europe news
Black Lives Matter
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Further warrants issued in Turkey's crackdown on Istanbul municipality

Turkish authorities are intensifying a crackdown on the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality amid political tensions.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Swedish journalist jailed for insulting Erdogan freed DW 05/16/2025

A Swedish journalist jailed in Turkey for insulting President Erdogan has been released and is returning to Sweden.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

What About Cannabis In Turkey

Turkey has a complex history with cannabis, known as kenevir, but remains stringent against its recreational use.
Medical cannabis is cautiously accepted, yet whole-plant cannabis is still prohibited under strict regulations.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago

Putin's No-Show Tempers Hopes For Breakthrough In Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

"Unfortunately, they are not serious enough about the negotiations," Zelenskyy told reporters in Ankara after a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, adding that Defense Minister Rustem Umerov would lead the Ukrainian delegation.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 months ago

Swedish prosecutors deny that spy arrests are linked to journalist held in Turkey

Swedish authorities assert no connection between recent arrests of Kurdish representative and diplomat and journalist facing terror charges in Turkey.
Renovation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Hagia Sophia restoration to protect 1,500-year-old Unesco masterpiece'

Hagia Sophia's restoration is vital for global cultural heritage, addressing structural fragility while preserving its historical significance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

As Russia and Ukraine prepare for possible direct talks, cue President Trump

Russia and Ukraine are to hold direct peace talks in Turkey, signaling a potential shift in the ongoing conflict.
fromPrx
3 months ago

The World

Middle Eastern countries are adjusting strategies as Trump plans a visit, while the PKK's disarmament signals a shift in Turkey's long-standing conflict.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Best Hair Transplant in Turkey: A Complete Guide

UK patients are increasingly choosing Turkey for hair transplants due to skilled surgeons, advanced techniques, significantly lower costs, and the appeal of medical tourism.
UK news
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