"Istanbul Property Shaping Up as Favourite in Turkey
Recent reports have highlighted Istanbul as an excellent property investment opportunity."
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
Sofia and Ankara discuss gas-grid connection between two countries :: EMG :: SEE news
"Sofia and Ankara discuss gas-grid connection between two countries
30. September 2010. | 10:02
Economy and Energy Minister Traicho Traikov is in Istanbul to discuss with his Turkish counterpart Taner Yildiz the construction of the connection of the gas grids of Bulgaria and Turkey."
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30. September 2010. | 10:02
Economy and Energy Minister Traicho Traikov is in Istanbul to discuss with his Turkish counterpart Taner Yildiz the construction of the connection of the gas grids of Bulgaria and Turkey."
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MTurkey and Russia: Cleaning up the Mess in the Middle East
"Turkey and Russia: Cleaning up the Mess in the Middle East
There has been no magic hand guiding Turkey and Russia as they form the axis of a new political formation. Turkey, once the 'sick man of Europe', is now 'the only healthy man of Europe', notes Eric Walberg."
More:Middle East Online
There has been no magic hand guiding Turkey and Russia as they form the axis of a new political formation. Turkey, once the 'sick man of Europe', is now 'the only healthy man of Europe', notes Eric Walberg."
More:Middle East Online
Multi-Sector Analysis of Turkish Market - PR.com
"Multi-Sector Analysis of Turkish Market
In the “Turkey Multi-Sector Trends 2010” Hamburg-based market research company yStats.com provides a detailed account of the developments in various major industries in the Turkish market.
Hamburg, Germany, September 29, 2010 --(PR.com)-- 19 different sectors such as furniture, food and construction were analyzed. As a result many important findings can be presented that are especially useful for companies that operate in multiple sectors."
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In the “Turkey Multi-Sector Trends 2010” Hamburg-based market research company yStats.com provides a detailed account of the developments in various major industries in the Turkish market.
Hamburg, Germany, September 29, 2010 --(PR.com)-- 19 different sectors such as furniture, food and construction were analyzed. As a result many important findings can be presented that are especially useful for companies that operate in multiple sectors."
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Turkish fast food market continues its accelerated growth
"Turkish fast food market continues its accelerated growth
(openPR) - In its latest “Turkey Fast Food Market Report 2010” Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com offers a detailed account of the Turkish fast food market along with an analysis of the major competitors in the industry."
More:openPR.com - Press release - ystats.com Gmbh & Co. KG - Turkish fast food market continues its accelerated growth
(openPR) - In its latest “Turkey Fast Food Market Report 2010” Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com offers a detailed account of the Turkish fast food market along with an analysis of the major competitors in the industry."
More:openPR.com - Press release - ystats.com Gmbh & Co. KG - Turkish fast food market continues its accelerated growth
Turkish banks are keen to finance energy projects in Turkey
"Turkish banks are keen to finance energy projects in Turkey
Alexandra Popovic - 30.09.2010
Dunya - Having been unaffected by the global economic crisis, Turkey’s sound banking system has increased its support for the country’s various energy projects. Renewables constitute the majority of the energy projects for which Turkish banks grant loans on an almost daily basis, as investors turn to Turkey’s abundant renewable resources for environmentally friendly and low-cost energy. "
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Alexandra Popovic - 30.09.2010
Dunya - Having been unaffected by the global economic crisis, Turkey’s sound banking system has increased its support for the country’s various energy projects. Renewables constitute the majority of the energy projects for which Turkish banks grant loans on an almost daily basis, as investors turn to Turkey’s abundant renewable resources for environmentally friendly and low-cost energy. "
More:Balkans.com Business News : Turkish banks are keen to finance energy projects in Turkey
Laciner: Israel Could Not Understand the Transformation of Turkey
"Laciner: Israel Could Not Understand the Transformation of Turkey
Thursday, 30 September 2010
By Gamze Coşkun and Gizem Yeldan (JTW)
Journal of Turkish Weekly conducted an interview with Assoc. Prof. Sedat Laçiner, USAK General Coordinator, regarding the Turkish-Israeli relations:"
More:Laciner: Israel Could Not Understand the Transformation of Turkey
Thursday, 30 September 2010
By Gamze Coşkun and Gizem Yeldan (JTW)
Journal of Turkish Weekly conducted an interview with Assoc. Prof. Sedat Laçiner, USAK General Coordinator, regarding the Turkish-Israeli relations:"
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Modern Turkey founder Ataturk’s yacht seized over vice ring allegations | World News
"Modern Turkey founder Ataturk’s yacht seized over vice ring allegations
London, Sept.30 : The Turkish Government has seized a state yacht that was once used by Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey, following media reports that a vice ring had used the vessel to throw sex parties with prostitutes.
Turkey bought the Savarona in 1938, and Ataturk spent a few weeks aboard the yacht, but died later that year."
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London, Sept.30 : The Turkish Government has seized a state yacht that was once used by Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey, following media reports that a vice ring had used the vessel to throw sex parties with prostitutes.
Turkey bought the Savarona in 1938, and Ataturk spent a few weeks aboard the yacht, but died later that year."
More:Modern Turkey founder Ataturk’s yacht seized over vice ring allegations | World News
Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland | Foreign policy | Trend
"Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland
30.09.2010 19:25
Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland
Azerbaijan, Baku, Sept. 30 /Trend, U.Sadikhova/
Thanks to the support of the local Turkish diaspora and Dutch organizations, the Turkish-Azerbaijani cultural organization of Holland was able to stop the attempt to organize the false propaganda the 'Armenian genocide'."
More:Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland | Foreign policy | Trend
30.09.2010 19:25
Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland
Azerbaijan, Baku, Sept. 30 /Trend, U.Sadikhova/
Thanks to the support of the local Turkish diaspora and Dutch organizations, the Turkish-Azerbaijani cultural organization of Holland was able to stop the attempt to organize the false propaganda the 'Armenian genocide'."
More:Attempt to spread Armenian lies prevented in Holland | Foreign policy | Trend
After YouTube, Turkey Moves To Ban Video Sharing Site Vimeo
"After YouTube, Turkey Moves To Ban Video Sharing Site Vimeo
Robin Wauters
4 hours ago
Turkish courts have famously banned video sharing juggernaut YouTube several times since March 2007. The site still isn’t accessible, despite the fact that Turkey’s president Abdullah Gül used his Twitter account last June to express disapproval of the country’s blocking of YouTube. Gül at the time said he had instructed officials to find legal ways of allowing access."
More:After YouTube, Turkey Moves To Ban Video Sharing Site Vimeo
Robin Wauters
4 hours ago
Turkish courts have famously banned video sharing juggernaut YouTube several times since March 2007. The site still isn’t accessible, despite the fact that Turkey’s president Abdullah Gül used his Twitter account last June to express disapproval of the country’s blocking of YouTube. Gül at the time said he had instructed officials to find legal ways of allowing access."
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Georgian, Turkish Prime Ministers Meet in Istanbul
"Georgian, Turkish Prime Ministers Meet in Istanbul
Civil Georgia, Tbilisi / 30 Sep.'10 / 14:48
Georgian PM, Nika Gilauri, met with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, on sidelines of Atlantic Council’s Black Sea Energy and Economic Forum in Istanbul on September 29, the Georgian PM’s office reported."
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Civil Georgia, Tbilisi / 30 Sep.'10 / 14:48
Georgian PM, Nika Gilauri, met with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, on sidelines of Atlantic Council’s Black Sea Energy and Economic Forum in Istanbul on September 29, the Georgian PM’s office reported."
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Turkish lira extends gains, shares dip | Reuters
"Turkish lira extends gains, shares dip
ISTANBUL, Sept 30 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira extended gains against a broadly weaker dollar on Thursday, while shares dipped after recent gains, with investors turning cautious ahead of September inflation data."
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ISTANBUL, Sept 30 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira extended gains against a broadly weaker dollar on Thursday, while shares dipped after recent gains, with investors turning cautious ahead of September inflation data."
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Istanbul eyes becoming a finance center
"Istanbul eyes becoming a finance center
Turkey's rapid recovery from the global downturn is giving a new boost to the government's plan to turn Istanbul into an international financial center, the Wall Street Journal said in its Thursday issue."
More:Istanbul eyes becoming a finance center - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey's rapid recovery from the global downturn is giving a new boost to the government's plan to turn Istanbul into an international financial center, the Wall Street Journal said in its Thursday issue."
More:Istanbul eyes becoming a finance center - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Nabucco delays upset Turkey's PM
"Nabucco delays upset Turkey's PM
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (UPI) -- Lingering delays in the planning for the Nabucco natural gas pipeline are blows to prospects for the project, the Turkish prime minister said in Washington."
More:Nabucco delays upset Turkey's PM - UPI.com
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (UPI) -- Lingering delays in the planning for the Nabucco natural gas pipeline are blows to prospects for the project, the Turkish prime minister said in Washington."
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Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz » Islamic Pluralism
"Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz
Articles, Iran, Shariah law, Turkey
Sep 292010
Hudson Institute New York, September 29, 2010
Turkey under the Islamist rule of the Justice and Development Party [AKP] is moving faster toward the embrace of Iran, while further alienating its domestic secularists and large religious and ethnic minorities. AKP prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and president Abdullah Gul serve as allies and accomplices of Tehran’s dictator, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and his own clerical backers, as well as of Hamas in Gaza. But radical Islam at the helm in Turkey has also increased the country’s internal polarization."
More:Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz » Islamic Pluralism
Articles, Iran, Shariah law, Turkey
Sep 292010
Hudson Institute New York, September 29, 2010
Turkey under the Islamist rule of the Justice and Development Party [AKP] is moving faster toward the embrace of Iran, while further alienating its domestic secularists and large religious and ethnic minorities. AKP prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and president Abdullah Gul serve as allies and accomplices of Tehran’s dictator, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and his own clerical backers, as well as of Hamas in Gaza. But radical Islam at the helm in Turkey has also increased the country’s internal polarization."
More:Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz » Islamic Pluralism
Alstom Makes its Debut in Turkey's Wind Boom | Renewable Energy World
"Alstom Makes its Debut in Turkey's Wind Boom
A contract for Sentoy wind farm, featuring eight Alstom 3 MW ECO 100 turbines, marks the French energy group's entry into the Turkish wind sector.
Published: September 30, 2010
Hatay, Turkey Alstom's deal with Eolos Wind Energy Generation, a subsidiary of Güris Construction and Engineering, is to supply, install and commission the 24 MW wind farm and to provide operation and maintenance services for five years."
More:Alstom Makes its Debut in Turkey's Wind Boom | Renewable Energy World
A contract for Sentoy wind farm, featuring eight Alstom 3 MW ECO 100 turbines, marks the French energy group's entry into the Turkish wind sector.
Published: September 30, 2010
Hatay, Turkey Alstom's deal with Eolos Wind Energy Generation, a subsidiary of Güris Construction and Engineering, is to supply, install and commission the 24 MW wind farm and to provide operation and maintenance services for five years."
More:Alstom Makes its Debut in Turkey's Wind Boom | Renewable Energy World
Arrest Shows What's Really Going on in Turkey: An Increasingly Repressive Islamist Regime
"Arrest Shows What's Really Going on in Turkey: An Increasingly Repressive Islamist Regime
By Barry Rubin
The Western media can talk all it wants to about the regime in Turkey as reformist and democratic. Didn't it just sponsor a referendum that increased freedoms? But this is for show. Here's an example of the reality."
More:RubinReports: Arrest Shows What's Really Going on in Turkey: An Increasingly Repressive Islamist Regime
By Barry Rubin
The Western media can talk all it wants to about the regime in Turkey as reformist and democratic. Didn't it just sponsor a referendum that increased freedoms? But this is for show. Here's an example of the reality."
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Turkey Taking Economy to Regional Power Lets Erdogan Push Ataturk Changes - Bloomberg
"Turkey Taking Economy to Regional Power Lets Erdogan Push Ataturk Changes
By Benjamin Harvey - Sep 29, 2010 5:01 PM ET
The more Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Islamist-rooted party run against Turkey’s once-dominant authority of secular judges and generals, the more he is looking like the country’s most influential leader since its founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk."
More:Turkey Taking Economy to Regional Power Lets Erdogan Push Ataturk Changes - Bloomberg
By Benjamin Harvey - Sep 29, 2010 5:01 PM ET
The more Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Islamist-rooted party run against Turkey’s once-dominant authority of secular judges and generals, the more he is looking like the country’s most influential leader since its founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk."
More:Turkey Taking Economy to Regional Power Lets Erdogan Push Ataturk Changes - Bloomberg
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Turkish Charity Bazaar in Tripoli Raises Funds for Flood Victims
"Turkish Charity Bazaar in Tripoli Raises Funds for Flood Victims
By Dr. Syed Javed Hussain
In line with the policy of government signifying Turkish people's bondage with Pakistan, Turkish Ambassador in Tripoli holds a charity bazaar in Tripoli."
More:Turkish Charity Bazaar in Tripoli Raises Funds for Flood Victims
By Dr. Syed Javed Hussain
In line with the policy of government signifying Turkish people's bondage with Pakistan, Turkish Ambassador in Tripoli holds a charity bazaar in Tripoli."
More:Turkish Charity Bazaar in Tripoli Raises Funds for Flood Victims
An Apology for Guenter Lewy
"An Apology for Guenter Lewy
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 1:33 PM
Joseph Bottum
Back in 2005, the now-emeritus scholar Guenter Lewy published The Armenian Massacres in Ottoman Turkey: A Disputed Genocide, a book that argued that there wasn’t much evidence that the massacre of Armenians during World War I was caused by a deliberate Turkish plan to destroy the Armenian people—and, thus, that the Armenian deaths didn’t qualify as a genocide.
Whereupon the Southern Poverty Law Center declared that “Lewy is one of the most active members of a network of American scholars, influence peddlers and website operators, financed by hundreds of thousands of dollars each year from the government of Turkey, who promote the denial of the Armenian genocide.”
Lewy sued, and it has now been announced that the Southern Poverty Law Center will, in settlement, entirely retract their claims, publishing the retraction is several prominent places."
More:An Apology for Guenter Lewy » First Thoughts | A First Things Blog
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 1:33 PM
Joseph Bottum
Back in 2005, the now-emeritus scholar Guenter Lewy published The Armenian Massacres in Ottoman Turkey: A Disputed Genocide, a book that argued that there wasn’t much evidence that the massacre of Armenians during World War I was caused by a deliberate Turkish plan to destroy the Armenian people—and, thus, that the Armenian deaths didn’t qualify as a genocide.
Whereupon the Southern Poverty Law Center declared that “Lewy is one of the most active members of a network of American scholars, influence peddlers and website operators, financed by hundreds of thousands of dollars each year from the government of Turkey, who promote the denial of the Armenian genocide.”
Lewy sued, and it has now been announced that the Southern Poverty Law Center will, in settlement, entirely retract their claims, publishing the retraction is several prominent places."
More:An Apology for Guenter Lewy » First Thoughts | A First Things Blog
Turkish bonds, lira rally, helped by dollar | Reuters
"Turkish bonds, lira rally, helped by dollar
By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, Sept 29 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira firmed to its strongest level against the dollar since January on Wednesday, boosted by positive sentiment towards emerging markets and weakness in the U.S. currency.
The main share index ended slightly lower after touching a fresh record high during the day. Bond yields fell amid growing risk appetite and as minutes of the latest central bank monetary policy committee meeting were well received by markets."
More:UPDATE 3-Turkish bonds, lira rally, helped by dollar | Reuters
By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, Sept 29 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira firmed to its strongest level against the dollar since January on Wednesday, boosted by positive sentiment towards emerging markets and weakness in the U.S. currency.
The main share index ended slightly lower after touching a fresh record high during the day. Bond yields fell amid growing risk appetite and as minutes of the latest central bank monetary policy committee meeting were well received by markets."
More:UPDATE 3-Turkish bonds, lira rally, helped by dollar | Reuters
The Martha Stewart Show Istanbul : Cafe Fernando – Food Blog - istanbul - martha stewart show - Memoir/Meme/Misc.
"The Martha Stewart Show Istanbul
September 29th, 2010
Martha Stewart visited Istanbul three months ago and I have been waiting excitedly to watch The Martha Stewart Show’s Istanbul episode ever since. I just discovered that it aired last Friday. It was well worth the wait.
She starts exploring Istanbul with a boat tour of the Bosphorus Strait. Next, she visits Topkapı Palace, experiences local cuisine at The Spice Market and learns about the amazing history of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. The highlight of the episode, of course, is when she and her team sample traditional Turkish food at Ulus 29. Enjoy all the videos from The Martha Stewart Show’s Istanbul episode here."
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September 29th, 2010
Martha Stewart visited Istanbul three months ago and I have been waiting excitedly to watch The Martha Stewart Show’s Istanbul episode ever since. I just discovered that it aired last Friday. It was well worth the wait.
She starts exploring Istanbul with a boat tour of the Bosphorus Strait. Next, she visits Topkapı Palace, experiences local cuisine at The Spice Market and learns about the amazing history of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. The highlight of the episode, of course, is when she and her team sample traditional Turkish food at Ulus 29. Enjoy all the videos from The Martha Stewart Show’s Istanbul episode here."
More:The Martha Stewart Show Istanbul : Cafe Fernando – Food Blog - istanbul - martha stewart show - Memoir/Meme/Misc.
New Dutch Book Says Kurds Act Like Saddam in Kirkuk
"New Dutch Book Says Kurds Act Like Saddam in Kirkuk
29/09/2010 12:13:00 By WLADIMIR VAN WILGENBURG
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands: A recently published book by a Dutch journalist argues that the issue of the oil-rich city of Kirkuk’ has a high potential for “civil war” due to attempts made by rival political groups who see themselves as “victims” and others as “inhuman.”"
More:Rudaw in English....The Happening: Latest News and Multimedia about Kurdistan, Iraq and the World - New Dutch Book Says Kurds Act Like Saddam in Kirkuk
29/09/2010 12:13:00 By WLADIMIR VAN WILGENBURG
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands: A recently published book by a Dutch journalist argues that the issue of the oil-rich city of Kirkuk’ has a high potential for “civil war” due to attempts made by rival political groups who see themselves as “victims” and others as “inhuman.”"
More:Rudaw in English....The Happening: Latest News and Multimedia about Kurdistan, Iraq and the World - New Dutch Book Says Kurds Act Like Saddam in Kirkuk
EU backs Turkish opposition's proposal on pre-election charter
"EU backs Turkish opposition's proposal on pre-election charter
The European Commission has supported Turkish opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu’s call for a “new constitution prior to the 2011 elections,” asking Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to heed the request."
More:EU backs Turkish opposition's proposal on pre-election charter - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The European Commission has supported Turkish opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu’s call for a “new constitution prior to the 2011 elections,” asking Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to heed the request."
More:EU backs Turkish opposition's proposal on pre-election charter - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Guernsey accuse Turkish team Ankara of biting
"Guernsey accuse Turkish team Ankara of biting
Guernsey FA chairman Mark Le Tissier has accused Turkey's Uefa Regions Cup representatives Ankara of 'biting and pinching' during his side's 3-0 defeat."
More:BBC Sport - Football - Guernsey accuse Turkish team Ankara of biting
Guernsey FA chairman Mark Le Tissier has accused Turkey's Uefa Regions Cup representatives Ankara of 'biting and pinching' during his side's 3-0 defeat."
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Most fierce Anti-Armenian activist of Turkey is Armenian?
"Most fierce Anti-Armenian activist of Turkey is Armenian?
September 29, 2010 | 14:14
Turkish press has spread reports on Armenian origins of Devlet Bahceli, leader of “Nationalist Movement Party”. The reports say that he is of an Armenian descent and his predecessors have changed their religious beliefs, Turkish studies expert Ruben Melkonyan told the reporters on Wednesday. Devlet Bahceli has recently stated that he decided to start parliamentary election campaign by uttering a prayer in Cathedral of Ani on October 1."
More:Most fierce Anti-Armenian activist of Turkey is Armenian? | Armenia News - NEWS.am
September 29, 2010 | 14:14
Turkish press has spread reports on Armenian origins of Devlet Bahceli, leader of “Nationalist Movement Party”. The reports say that he is of an Armenian descent and his predecessors have changed their religious beliefs, Turkish studies expert Ruben Melkonyan told the reporters on Wednesday. Devlet Bahceli has recently stated that he decided to start parliamentary election campaign by uttering a prayer in Cathedral of Ani on October 1."
More:Most fierce Anti-Armenian activist of Turkey is Armenian? | Armenia News - NEWS.am
Book: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul
"Book: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul
The Armenian community of Istanbul had to pass a long historical way and suffered serious losses and hardships before reaching our days, said turkologist Rouben Melkonian presenting the book “Essay: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul.” "
More:Book: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul - aysor.am - Hot news from Armenia
The Armenian community of Istanbul had to pass a long historical way and suffered serious losses and hardships before reaching our days, said turkologist Rouben Melkonian presenting the book “Essay: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul.” "
More:Book: History of Armenian Community of Istanbul - aysor.am - Hot news from Armenia
Turkey FinMin warns against competitive devaluations | Reuters
"Turkey FinMin warns against competitive devaluations
ISTANBUL, Sept 29 (Reuters) - If the world saw a trend of countries using currency movements to remain competitive it would be highly damaging, Turkey's Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Wednesday."
More:Turkey FinMin warns against competitive devaluations | Reuters
ISTANBUL, Sept 29 (Reuters) - If the world saw a trend of countries using currency movements to remain competitive it would be highly damaging, Turkey's Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Wednesday."
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Turkey calls on Israel to extend moratorium on construction of settlements
"Turkey calls on Israel to extend moratorium on construction of settlements
28.09.2010 11:40
Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu today called on the Israeli leadership to a moratorium which expired last Sunday on construction of Jewish settlements in the West Bank, the website of CNN Turk reports."
More:Turkey calls on Israel to extend moratorium on construction of settlements | Israel-Arab Relations | Trend
28.09.2010 11:40
Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu today called on the Israeli leadership to a moratorium which expired last Sunday on construction of Jewish settlements in the West Bank, the website of CNN Turk reports."
More:Turkey calls on Israel to extend moratorium on construction of settlements | Israel-Arab Relations | Trend
Turkey’s Kardemir acquires energy company to build hydroelectric plant
"Turkey’s Kardemir acquires energy company to build hydroelectric plant
Wednesday, 29 September 2010 14:08:42 (GMT+2)
On September 28, Turkish long steel producer Kardemir Karabuk Demir Celik San ve Tic A.S. (Kardemir) announced that it has wholly acquired Enbati Elektrik Uretim San. ve Tic. A.S., which is due to build a 22.5 MW hydroelectric plant, through a share purchase of €10 million in cash. The completion of the purchase is subject to related approvals."
More:SteelOrbis - Turkey’s Kardemir acquires energy company to build hydroelectric plant
Wednesday, 29 September 2010 14:08:42 (GMT+2)
On September 28, Turkish long steel producer Kardemir Karabuk Demir Celik San ve Tic A.S. (Kardemir) announced that it has wholly acquired Enbati Elektrik Uretim San. ve Tic. A.S., which is due to build a 22.5 MW hydroelectric plant, through a share purchase of €10 million in cash. The completion of the purchase is subject to related approvals."
More:SteelOrbis - Turkey’s Kardemir acquires energy company to build hydroelectric plant
TURKEY'S ANEL ENERGY CORP. AND TOYOTA TO COOPERATE | TradingMarkets.com
"TURKEY'S ANEL ENERGY CORP. AND TOYOTA TO COOPERATE
Posted on: Mon, 27 Sep 2010 23:14:11 EDT
ISTANBUL, Sep 27, 2010 (Asia Pulse Data Source via COMTEX) --
Turkey's Anel Energy & Electricity Production Industry Corp. will cooperate with Toyota Tsusho Corp. on solar energy power plant.
The two corporations signed a non-binding protocol to build a solar energy power plant in Turkey."
More:(ECO) TURKEY'S ANEL ENERGY CORP. AND TOYOTA TO COOPERATE | TradingMarkets.com
Posted on: Mon, 27 Sep 2010 23:14:11 EDT
ISTANBUL, Sep 27, 2010 (Asia Pulse Data Source via COMTEX) --
Turkey's Anel Energy & Electricity Production Industry Corp. will cooperate with Toyota Tsusho Corp. on solar energy power plant.
The two corporations signed a non-binding protocol to build a solar energy power plant in Turkey."
More:(ECO) TURKEY'S ANEL ENERGY CORP. AND TOYOTA TO COOPERATE | TradingMarkets.com
Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities :: Hudson New York
"Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities
by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz
September 29, 2010 at 5:00 am
Turkey under the Islamist rule of the Justice and Development Party [AKP] is moving faster toward the embrace of Iran, while further alienating its domestic secularists and large religious and ethnic minorities. AKP prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and president Abdullah Gul serve as allies and accomplices of Tehran's dictator, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and his own clerical backers, as well as of Hamas in Gaza. But radical Islam at the helm in Turkey has also increased the country's internal polarization."
More:Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities :: Hudson New York
by Stephen Suleyman Schwartz
September 29, 2010 at 5:00 am
Turkey under the Islamist rule of the Justice and Development Party [AKP] is moving faster toward the embrace of Iran, while further alienating its domestic secularists and large religious and ethnic minorities. AKP prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and president Abdullah Gul serve as allies and accomplices of Tehran's dictator, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and his own clerical backers, as well as of Hamas in Gaza. But radical Islam at the helm in Turkey has also increased the country's internal polarization."
More:Turkish Islamists: Advocates for Iran, Enemies of Secularists and Minorities :: Hudson New York
Leading MEP: Turkey should seek Norway-type EU relationship | EurActiv
"Leading MEP: Turkey should seek Norway-type EU relationship
Published: 29 September 2010
Turkey and Ukraine should seek to obtain a status with the EU similar to the one Norway has at present, becoming fully associated members of the internal market and the Schengen border-free area, Elmar Brok, a leading MEP, told EurActiv in an exclusive interview."
More:Leading MEP: Turkey should seek Norway-type EU relationship | EurActiv
Published: 29 September 2010
Turkey and Ukraine should seek to obtain a status with the EU similar to the one Norway has at present, becoming fully associated members of the internal market and the Schengen border-free area, Elmar Brok, a leading MEP, told EurActiv in an exclusive interview."
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UPDATE:Turkey Minister: US Company Blacklist On Iran Doesn't Bind Us - WSJ.com
"UPDATE:Turkey Minister: US Company Blacklist On Iran Doesn't Bind Us
By Joe Parkinson
Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Turkish banks and businesses are free to trade with Iranian firms, Turkey's deputy prime minister said Wednesday, in comments likely to add to concern in Washington over Ankara's continued trade with Tehran despite the U.S.-led sanctions program."
More:UPDATE:Turkey Minister: US Company Blacklist On Iran Doesn't Bind Us - WSJ.com
By Joe Parkinson
Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Turkish banks and businesses are free to trade with Iranian firms, Turkey's deputy prime minister said Wednesday, in comments likely to add to concern in Washington over Ankara's continued trade with Tehran despite the U.S.-led sanctions program."
More:UPDATE:Turkey Minister: US Company Blacklist On Iran Doesn't Bind Us - WSJ.com
US House calls Turkey to protect religious sites in occupied Cyprus
"US House calls Turkey to protect religious sites in occupied Cyprus
September 29, 2010
The US House of Representatives adopted a resolution Tuesday calling for the protection of religious sites which are situated in the Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus.
The resolution was introduced by U.S. Reps. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) and Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.), co-chairs of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus.
According to Bilirakis, member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the International Religious Freedom Caucus,
around 500 churches, monasteries, cemeteries and other religious sites in the Republic of Cyprus have been desecrated, pillaged, looted and destroyed since Turkey invaded the northern region on July 20th 1974."
More:Financialmirror.com News - US House calls Turkey to protect religious sites in occupied Cyprus
September 29, 2010
The US House of Representatives adopted a resolution Tuesday calling for the protection of religious sites which are situated in the Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus.
The resolution was introduced by U.S. Reps. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) and Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.), co-chairs of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus.
According to Bilirakis, member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the International Religious Freedom Caucus,
around 500 churches, monasteries, cemeteries and other religious sites in the Republic of Cyprus have been desecrated, pillaged, looted and destroyed since Turkey invaded the northern region on July 20th 1974."
More:Financialmirror.com News - US House calls Turkey to protect religious sites in occupied Cyprus
Steel Guru : Turkish steel exports to EU fall 18pct in first 8 months 2010 - 167526 - 2010-09-29
"Turkish steel exports to EU fall 18pct in first 8 months 2010
Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010
According to the data provided by the Istanbul Mineral and Metals Exporters' Association, Turkey's steel product exports to the European Union in the first 8 months of 2010 declined by 18.37% YoY to 1.37 million tonnes."
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Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010
According to the data provided by the Istanbul Mineral and Metals Exporters' Association, Turkey's steel product exports to the European Union in the first 8 months of 2010 declined by 18.37% YoY to 1.37 million tonnes."
More:Steel Guru : Turkish steel exports to EU fall 18pct in first 8 months 2010 - 167526 - 2010-09-29
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Istanbul: Where cultural heritage offers a unique mix of East and West
"Istanbul: Where cultural heritage offers a unique mix of East and West
Text and photos by Naif Masrahi
It has been said that if you want to enjoy your holiday, go to a country that offers natural beauty, famous landmarks and a rich cultural heritage.
All three can be found in Istanbul, this year’s European Capital of Culture."
More:Saudi Gazette - Istanbul: Where cultural heritage offers a unique mix of East and West
Text and photos by Naif Masrahi
It has been said that if you want to enjoy your holiday, go to a country that offers natural beauty, famous landmarks and a rich cultural heritage.
All three can be found in Istanbul, this year’s European Capital of Culture."
More:Saudi Gazette - Istanbul: Where cultural heritage offers a unique mix of East and West
Turkey to hold Chinese culture events - People's Daily Online
"Turkey to hold Chinese culture events
08:20, September 29, 2010
China and Turkey will hold a series of cultural events in Ankara and Istanbul in October and November to promote Turkish people's understanding of contemporary China and enhance cultural communication between the two countries."
More:Turkey to hold Chinese culture events - People's Daily Online
08:20, September 29, 2010
China and Turkey will hold a series of cultural events in Ankara and Istanbul in October and November to promote Turkish people's understanding of contemporary China and enhance cultural communication between the two countries."
More:Turkey to hold Chinese culture events - People's Daily Online
Finance summit kicks off in Turkey's Istanbul
"Finance summit kicks off in Turkey's Istanbul
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 12:19 PM
ISTANBUL, Sep. 28, 2010 (Xinhua News Agency) -- A three-day finance summit kicked off Tuesday in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul, which is ready to become a global finance center.
Dozens of prominent business figures from Turkey and abroad, arrived in Bahcesehir university to discuss solutions to world's financial problems."
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010 12:19 PM
ISTANBUL, Sep. 28, 2010 (Xinhua News Agency) -- A three-day finance summit kicked off Tuesday in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul, which is ready to become a global finance center.
Dozens of prominent business figures from Turkey and abroad, arrived in Bahcesehir university to discuss solutions to world's financial problems."
More:Finance summit kicks off in Turkey's Istanbul
Israeli's media campaign in Turkey
"Israeli's media campaign in Turkey
By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA (AP) – 3 hours ago
ISTANBUL — A brief visit by an Israeli hospital official was meant to counter tensions over new efforts to break the Gaza blockade, and help to revive damaged ties between Turkey and Israel, both close U.S. allies.
But the cool reception from Turkish media indicated the relationship is a long way from repair, four months after Israel's deadly raid on a Turkish aid ship."
More:The Associated Press: Israeli's media campaign in Turkey
By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA (AP) – 3 hours ago
ISTANBUL — A brief visit by an Israeli hospital official was meant to counter tensions over new efforts to break the Gaza blockade, and help to revive damaged ties between Turkey and Israel, both close U.S. allies.
But the cool reception from Turkish media indicated the relationship is a long way from repair, four months after Israel's deadly raid on a Turkish aid ship."
More:The Associated Press: Israeli's media campaign in Turkey
One day Turkey will run the EU | Presseurop – English
"One day Turkey will run the EU
28 September 2010 Die Presse Vienna
Turkey isn’t even a member yet, but deputy prime minister Ali Babacan is already demanding a leading role in Europe for his country. All you have to do is look at Turkey's economic and demographic growth to see it's likely to get what it wants, says Die Presse
Wolfgang Böhm
'When Turkey becomes a member of the EU, it is not going to be in a secondary position, that's one of the reasons why countries like Germany and France are quite nervous about our membership,' Turkish vice-premier Ali Babacan declared at a World Leadership Forum in New York during the recent UN plenary session."
More:One day Turkey will run the EU | Presseurop – English
28 September 2010 Die Presse Vienna
Turkey isn’t even a member yet, but deputy prime minister Ali Babacan is already demanding a leading role in Europe for his country. All you have to do is look at Turkey's economic and demographic growth to see it's likely to get what it wants, says Die Presse
Wolfgang Böhm
'When Turkey becomes a member of the EU, it is not going to be in a secondary position, that's one of the reasons why countries like Germany and France are quite nervous about our membership,' Turkish vice-premier Ali Babacan declared at a World Leadership Forum in New York during the recent UN plenary session."
More:One day Turkey will run the EU | Presseurop – English
Turkey in fresh drive to end Kurdish conflict
"Turkey in fresh drive to end Kurdish conflict
Ankara seeks contacts with Kurd rebels in fresh drive to reach peaceful end to 26-year conflict.
Turkey has launched a fresh drive to resolve a bloody Kurdish insurgency that has plagued the country for 26 years, seeking contacts with the rebels, and help from the United States and Iraq."
More:Middle East Online
Ankara seeks contacts with Kurd rebels in fresh drive to reach peaceful end to 26-year conflict.
Turkey has launched a fresh drive to resolve a bloody Kurdish insurgency that has plagued the country for 26 years, seeking contacts with the rebels, and help from the United States and Iraq."
More:Middle East Online
Emerging Artist Showcase: Joachim Seinfeld's Modern Nostalgia In Istanbul
"Emerging Artist Showcase: Joachim Seinfeld's Modern Nostalgia In Istanbul
First Posted: 09-28-10 03:08 AM | Updated: 09-28-10 03:08 AM
ABOUT JOACHIM SEINFELD:Joachim Seinfeld works with painting, gelatin prints, and photography - an impressive feat on its own. Born in Paris, educated in Florence, and exhibited throughout Germany, its only a matter of time before his name is passed from gallerist to gallerist in the US. He's presenting this new body of work (seen below) at Canakkale Biennial and the Istanbul Art Fair this year. "
More:Emerging Artist Showcase: Joachim Seinfeld's Modern Nostalgia In Istanbul
First Posted: 09-28-10 03:08 AM | Updated: 09-28-10 03:08 AM
ABOUT JOACHIM SEINFELD:Joachim Seinfeld works with painting, gelatin prints, and photography - an impressive feat on its own. Born in Paris, educated in Florence, and exhibited throughout Germany, its only a matter of time before his name is passed from gallerist to gallerist in the US. He's presenting this new body of work (seen below) at Canakkale Biennial and the Istanbul Art Fair this year. "
More:Emerging Artist Showcase: Joachim Seinfeld's Modern Nostalgia In Istanbul
Top American commander in Iraq arrives in Turkey for security talks
"Top American commander in Iraq arrives in Turkey for security talks
04:05 PM Sep 28, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - The top American commander in Iraq has arrived in Turkey to hold security talks with Turkish officials.
Authorities said Gen. Lloyd Austin would meet Turkish generals and Interior Minister Besir Atalay who recently traveled to northern Iraq to urge the Iraqi Kurdish administration to do more to stop Kurdish rebels using the area to launch deadly attacks in Turkey."
More:TODAYonline | Breaking News | Top American commander in Iraq arrives in Turkey for security talks
04:05 PM Sep 28, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - The top American commander in Iraq has arrived in Turkey to hold security talks with Turkish officials.
Authorities said Gen. Lloyd Austin would meet Turkish generals and Interior Minister Besir Atalay who recently traveled to northern Iraq to urge the Iraqi Kurdish administration to do more to stop Kurdish rebels using the area to launch deadly attacks in Turkey."
More:TODAYonline | Breaking News | Top American commander in Iraq arrives in Turkey for security talks
IFC upgrades Istanbul office to better serve wider region
"IFC upgrades Istanbul office to better serve wider region
The International Finance Corporation, or IFC, announced Tuesday at a press meeting that it has expanded its Turkey office, turning it into a multi-regional operation center that covers Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East and North Africa."
More:IFC upgrades Istanbul office to better serve wider region - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The International Finance Corporation, or IFC, announced Tuesday at a press meeting that it has expanded its Turkey office, turning it into a multi-regional operation center that covers Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East and North Africa."
More:IFC upgrades Istanbul office to better serve wider region - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Istanbul Design Week starts Wednesday
"Istanbul Design Week starts Wednesday
The first Istanbul Design Week, or IDW, starts Wednesday and will run through Oct. 3. The design week focuses on urbanization problems and Istanbul’s future in design."
More:Istanbul Design Week starts Wednesday - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The first Istanbul Design Week, or IDW, starts Wednesday and will run through Oct. 3. The design week focuses on urbanization problems and Istanbul’s future in design."
More:Istanbul Design Week starts Wednesday - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Former Turkish police chief Hanefi Avcı detained
"Former Turkish police chief Hanefi Avcı detained
Hanefi Avcı, the former police chief of Eskişehir and author of a controversial, best-selling book, was taken into custody Tuesday for alleged links to an outlawed group."
More:Former Turkish police chief Hanefi Avcı detained - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Hanefi Avcı, the former police chief of Eskişehir and author of a controversial, best-selling book, was taken into custody Tuesday for alleged links to an outlawed group."
More:Former Turkish police chief Hanefi Avcı detained - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Belgium's historical Bruges hosts Turkish culture festival [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
"Belgium's historical Bruges hosts Turkish culture festival
The historical Belgian city of Bruges is hosting a festival on Turkish culture.
The inauguration of the 'Turkish Festival' at Castle Tudor of Bruges has brought together numerous Turkish and Belgian officials as well as residents of Bruges and the Turkish community living in the region."
More:Belgium's historical Bruges hosts Turkish culture festival [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
The historical Belgian city of Bruges is hosting a festival on Turkish culture.
The inauguration of the 'Turkish Festival' at Castle Tudor of Bruges has brought together numerous Turkish and Belgian officials as well as residents of Bruges and the Turkish community living in the region."
More:Belgium's historical Bruges hosts Turkish culture festival [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
Istanbul ready to host international broadcasting firms
"Istanbul ready to host international broadcasting firms
Organizers of the inaugural edition of DISCOP ISTANBUL, a regional branch of DISCOP broadcasting marketing activities that launched in 1991, have announced that more than 100 companies have already confirmed their attendance at the event."
More:Istanbul ready to host international broadcasting firms - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Organizers of the inaugural edition of DISCOP ISTANBUL, a regional branch of DISCOP broadcasting marketing activities that launched in 1991, have announced that more than 100 companies have already confirmed their attendance at the event."
More:Istanbul ready to host international broadcasting firms - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey's Vegetable Cornucopia
"Turkey's Vegetable Cornucopia
by Regina Schrambling
on 09/27/10 at 03:01 PM
It was a busy weekend for vegetable-trashing: My hometown paper ran two stories on how Americans resist anything but french fries even when carrots are packaged like Doritos.
All the reasons have been gone over so often I get weary just recounting them. But a new cookbook that landed on my doorstop makes me wonder if the problem might be that vegetables are second-class ingredients in this country, too often relegated to the side of the plate. Using just one recipe, I turned a pound of zucchini into a crustless pie that kept me happy for days."
More:The Epi-Log on Epicurious.com: Turkey's Vegetable Cornucopia
by Regina Schrambling
on 09/27/10 at 03:01 PM
It was a busy weekend for vegetable-trashing: My hometown paper ran two stories on how Americans resist anything but french fries even when carrots are packaged like Doritos.
All the reasons have been gone over so often I get weary just recounting them. But a new cookbook that landed on my doorstop makes me wonder if the problem might be that vegetables are second-class ingredients in this country, too often relegated to the side of the plate. Using just one recipe, I turned a pound of zucchini into a crustless pie that kept me happy for days."
More:The Epi-Log on Epicurious.com: Turkey's Vegetable Cornucopia
Conflicting statements on Turkish flour
"Conflicting statements on Turkish flour
Posted September 28, 2010 05:40:00
Philippine Daily Inquirer
TO A layman like me, the Sept. 6 letter of Health Undersecretary Alexander Padilla raised more questions on Turkish flour than answers.
First, how can Padilla claim that the tests on Turkish flour were transparent when no representatives of the media or consuming public were allowed to witness the purported tests? Second, how come the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) waited until March 27 (a Saturday when government offices are closed) to test the samples of Turkish flour it allegedly gathered from March 9 to March 22 (a Monday)? What happened between March 23 and 26?"
More:Mind & Body - Mind and Body -
Posted September 28, 2010 05:40:00
Philippine Daily Inquirer
TO A layman like me, the Sept. 6 letter of Health Undersecretary Alexander Padilla raised more questions on Turkish flour than answers.
First, how can Padilla claim that the tests on Turkish flour were transparent when no representatives of the media or consuming public were allowed to witness the purported tests? Second, how come the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) waited until March 27 (a Saturday when government offices are closed) to test the samples of Turkish flour it allegedly gathered from March 9 to March 22 (a Monday)? What happened between March 23 and 26?"
More:Mind & Body - Mind and Body -
Guernsey eye Ankara win to progress in Uefa Regions Cup
"Guernsey eye Ankara win to progress in Uefa Regions Cup
Guernsey footballers in England kit
Guernsey won the National League System Cup to enter the competition
Guernsey, England's side in the Uefa Regions Cup, need to beat Turkish side Ankara on Tuesday to guarantee their progress from the preliminary round."
More:BBC Sport - Football - Guernsey eye Ankara win to progress in Uefa Regions Cup
Guernsey footballers in England kit
Guernsey won the National League System Cup to enter the competition
Guernsey, England's side in the Uefa Regions Cup, need to beat Turkish side Ankara on Tuesday to guarantee their progress from the preliminary round."
More:BBC Sport - Football - Guernsey eye Ankara win to progress in Uefa Regions Cup
Shai Baitel: Turkey's Schizophrenia
"Turkey's Schizophrenia
There is no way that Western leaders were not troubled by the news coming out of Turkey that Ankara not only intends to triple trade volumes with Iran in the next five years, but also that Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had made a deal with Turkish Prime Minister Recept Tayyip Erdogan to donate $25 million to his ruling Justice and Development Party to support his next election campaign. "
More:Shai Baitel: Turkey's Schizophrenia
There is no way that Western leaders were not troubled by the news coming out of Turkey that Ankara not only intends to triple trade volumes with Iran in the next five years, but also that Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had made a deal with Turkish Prime Minister Recept Tayyip Erdogan to donate $25 million to his ruling Justice and Development Party to support his next election campaign. "
More:Shai Baitel: Turkey's Schizophrenia
CORDIS : News : Forthcoming Events
"'Tectonic crossroads: evolving orogens of Eurasia-Africa-Arabia', Ankara, Turkey
[Event Date: 2010-10-03]
A conference entitled 'Tectonic crossroads: evolving orogens of Eurasia-Africa-Arabia' will take place from 3 to 8 October 2010 in Ankara, Turkey.
Situated at the intersection of the Eurasian, African and Arabian Plates, the eastern Mediterranean region is an area of high seismic and volcanic activity. This broad zone is dominated by crustal extension and shortening, as well as strike-slip faulting as part of collision-induced escape tectonics. The patterns and diversity of sedimentation, magmatism, metamorphism, crustal uplift, and deformation spectacularly record the region's complex history."
More:CORDIS : News : Forthcoming Events
[Event Date: 2010-10-03]
A conference entitled 'Tectonic crossroads: evolving orogens of Eurasia-Africa-Arabia' will take place from 3 to 8 October 2010 in Ankara, Turkey.
Situated at the intersection of the Eurasian, African and Arabian Plates, the eastern Mediterranean region is an area of high seismic and volcanic activity. This broad zone is dominated by crustal extension and shortening, as well as strike-slip faulting as part of collision-induced escape tectonics. The patterns and diversity of sedimentation, magmatism, metamorphism, crustal uplift, and deformation spectacularly record the region's complex history."
More:CORDIS : News : Forthcoming Events
Young European Truck Driver 2010: Oktay Taş completes the YETD finalists - Scania Social Media Newsroom
"Young European Truck Driver 2010: Oktay Taş completes the YETD finalists
27 September 2010
The very last national final of the Young European Truck Driver 2010 took place in Asia. Oktay Taş, the winning Turkish finalist, had previously won the regional final in Izmir, Turkey."
More:Young European Truck Driver 2010: Oktay Taş completes the YETD finalists - Scania Social Media Newsroom
27 September 2010
The very last national final of the Young European Truck Driver 2010 took place in Asia. Oktay Taş, the winning Turkish finalist, had previously won the regional final in Izmir, Turkey."
More:Young European Truck Driver 2010: Oktay Taş completes the YETD finalists - Scania Social Media Newsroom
Monday, September 27, 2010
Turkey negotiates with outlawed Kurd group - UPI.com
"Turkey negotiates with outlawed Kurd group
Published: Sept. 27, 2010 at 4:29 PM
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 (UPI) -- Turkey and pro-Kurdish politicians are attempting to create a permanent cease-fire with the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party, authorities say."
More:Turkey negotiates with outlawed Kurd group - UPI.com
Published: Sept. 27, 2010 at 4:29 PM
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 (UPI) -- Turkey and pro-Kurdish politicians are attempting to create a permanent cease-fire with the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party, authorities say."
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Istanbul as an international finance centre - BUSINESS NEW EUROPE
"Istanbul as an international finance centre
Global Business Reports on behalf of bne
September 27, 2010
Turkey is by far the biggest market in its region and a natural financial hub for the fast growing countries of the Balkans and the Caucasus. So the Turkish government has launched a programme to transform Istanbul into an international financial centre (IFC)."
More:Istanbul as an international finance centre - BUSINESS NEW EUROPE
Global Business Reports on behalf of bne
September 27, 2010
Turkey is by far the biggest market in its region and a natural financial hub for the fast growing countries of the Balkans and the Caucasus. So the Turkish government has launched a programme to transform Istanbul into an international financial centre (IFC)."
More:Istanbul as an international finance centre - BUSINESS NEW EUROPE
Astaldi: ready to enter Turkish train project tender | Reuters
"Astaldi: ready to enter Turkish train project tender
ANKARA, Sept 27 | Mon Sep 27, 2010 6:31am EDT
ANKARA, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Italy's second largest builder Astaldi SpA (AST.MI) is ready to participate in a Turkish tender for a high-speed train line between the Turkish capital Ankara and Bursa, its Chairman Paolo Astaldi told Reuters on Monday."
More:Astaldi: ready to enter Turkish train project tender | Reuters
ANKARA, Sept 27 | Mon Sep 27, 2010 6:31am EDT
ANKARA, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Italy's second largest builder Astaldi SpA (AST.MI) is ready to participate in a Turkish tender for a high-speed train line between the Turkish capital Ankara and Bursa, its Chairman Paolo Astaldi told Reuters on Monday."
More:Astaldi: ready to enter Turkish train project tender | Reuters
Mavi Boncuk: Elements of Turkic Mythologies
"Elements of Turkic Mythologies
Mavi Boncuk | The Wolf symbolizes honour and is also considered the mother of most Turkic peoples. Asena[1] (Ashina Tuwu) is the wolf mother of Bumen, the first Khan of the Göktürks.
The Horse is also one of the main figures of Turkic mythology; Turks considered the horse an extension of the individual -though generally dedicated to the male- and see that one is complete with it. This might have led to or sourced from the term 'At-Beyi' (Horse-Lord).
The Dragon (Evren), also expressed as a Snake or Lizard, is the symbol of might and power. It is believed, especially in mountainous Central Asia, that dragons still live in the mountains of Tian Shan/Tengri Tagh and Altay. Dragons also symbolize the god Tengri (Tanrı) in ancient Turkic tradition, although dragons themselves are not worshipped as gods."
More:Mavi Boncuk: Elements of Turkic Mythologies
Mavi Boncuk | The Wolf symbolizes honour and is also considered the mother of most Turkic peoples. Asena[1] (Ashina Tuwu) is the wolf mother of Bumen, the first Khan of the Göktürks.
The Horse is also one of the main figures of Turkic mythology; Turks considered the horse an extension of the individual -though generally dedicated to the male- and see that one is complete with it. This might have led to or sourced from the term 'At-Beyi' (Horse-Lord).
The Dragon (Evren), also expressed as a Snake or Lizard, is the symbol of might and power. It is believed, especially in mountainous Central Asia, that dragons still live in the mountains of Tian Shan/Tengri Tagh and Altay. Dragons also symbolize the god Tengri (Tanrı) in ancient Turkic tradition, although dragons themselves are not worshipped as gods."
More:Mavi Boncuk: Elements of Turkic Mythologies
Baros hat-trick helps Galatasaray rise to third in Turkish league
"Baros hat-trick helps Galatasaray rise to third in Turkish league
A superb display and hat-trick by man-of-the-match Milan Baros leads Galatasaray to a commanding 3-1 win over Istanbul Municipality. The Lions’ fourth consecutive victory sees them climb to third behind defending champion Bursaspor and second-placed Beşiktaş, both of whom closed out the weekend with wins to continue their sparkling domestic form"
More:Baros hat-trick helps Galatasaray rise to third in Turkish league - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A superb display and hat-trick by man-of-the-match Milan Baros leads Galatasaray to a commanding 3-1 win over Istanbul Municipality. The Lions’ fourth consecutive victory sees them climb to third behind defending champion Bursaspor and second-placed Beşiktaş, both of whom closed out the weekend with wins to continue their sparkling domestic form"
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TURKEY-EU MEETING TO DISCUSS THE HAZELNUT SECTOR
"TURKEY-EU MEETING TO DISCUSS THE HAZELNUT SECTOR
The annual summit between the European Commission, European agricultural representatives and a delegation from the Turkish Government and producers takes place on September 28 in Italy. "
More:Green Med Journal - The Mediterranean Fresh Produce Magazine
The annual summit between the European Commission, European agricultural representatives and a delegation from the Turkish Government and producers takes place on September 28 in Italy. "
More:Green Med Journal - The Mediterranean Fresh Produce Magazine
Exporters respond to PM’s insistence on strong Turkish Lira
"Exporters respond to PM’s insistence on strong Turkish Lira
Turkish exporters have applauded Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s reluctance to devalue the Turkish Lira, but emphasized the need to build up stronger reserves."
More:Exporters respond to PM’s insistence on strong Turkish Lira - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish exporters have applauded Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s reluctance to devalue the Turkish Lira, but emphasized the need to build up stronger reserves."
More:Exporters respond to PM’s insistence on strong Turkish Lira - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey takes centre stage
"Turkey takes centre stage
Global Business Reports on behalf of bne
September 27, 2010
The World Bank went on record in June to say that Turkey, alongside Russia, would drive the economic recovery in Europe, upgrading the country from a peripheral wannabe EU member to a central player in the future prosperity of the Continent."
More:Turkey takes centre stage - BUSINESS NEW EUROPE
Global Business Reports on behalf of bne
September 27, 2010
The World Bank went on record in June to say that Turkey, alongside Russia, would drive the economic recovery in Europe, upgrading the country from a peripheral wannabe EU member to a central player in the future prosperity of the Continent."
More:Turkey takes centre stage - BUSINESS NEW EUROPE
Education in mother tongue a basic right, Turkish experts say - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Education in mother tongue a basic right, Turkish experts say
Providing education in a mother tongue is a basic right that should be treated pedagogically rather than as a hot-button issue to win political points, according to several education and linguistic experts."
More:Education in mother tongue a basic right, Turkish experts say - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Providing education in a mother tongue is a basic right that should be treated pedagogically rather than as a hot-button issue to win political points, according to several education and linguistic experts."
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Non-stop Turkish diplomacy aims for permanent cease-fire with PKK
"Non-stop Turkish diplomacy aims for permanent cease-fire with PKK
The government has intensified its diplomatic efforts with Iraq and the United States to sustain the members of the PKK lay down arms. US Army General Austin will meet Tuesday with Turkish officials to discuss the action plan and Turkey's intelligence chief Hakan Fidan will soon go to northern Iraq "
More:Non-stop Turkish diplomacy aims for permanent cease-fire with PKK - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The government has intensified its diplomatic efforts with Iraq and the United States to sustain the members of the PKK lay down arms. US Army General Austin will meet Tuesday with Turkish officials to discuss the action plan and Turkey's intelligence chief Hakan Fidan will soon go to northern Iraq "
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Turkish president touts free speech progress
"Turkish president touts free speech progress
“Turkey is a country where things are openly discussed,” Turkish President Abdullah Gül said. “To come to this point has not been easy. We paid our dues.”
By Amber Tunnell
Published September 27, 2010
Turkish President Abdullah Gül spelled out Turkey’s global vision for a prosperous future at a speech on Friday before fielding questions about Israel and the Middle East.
Gül’s address marked the end of Columbia’s weeklong World Leaders Forum, in which seven heads of state from around the world visited campus to address students. His speech was in English, but he answered questions in Turkish. "
More:Turkish president touts free speech progress
“Turkey is a country where things are openly discussed,” Turkish President Abdullah Gül said. “To come to this point has not been easy. We paid our dues.”
By Amber Tunnell
Published September 27, 2010
Turkish President Abdullah Gül spelled out Turkey’s global vision for a prosperous future at a speech on Friday before fielding questions about Israel and the Middle East.
Gül’s address marked the end of Columbia’s weeklong World Leaders Forum, in which seven heads of state from around the world visited campus to address students. His speech was in English, but he answered questions in Turkish. "
More:Turkish president touts free speech progress
Jazz Hotel Istanbul to Jazz up Accommodation in Istanbul -- ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ --
"Jazz Hotel Istanbul to Jazz up Accommodation in Istanbul
Jazz Hotel in Istanbul's trendy 'Nisantasi' district pays homage to the legacy of jazz with a concept and modern decoration inspired by jazz music. Yes Hotels Turkey, the parent company of Jazz Hotel Istanbul, converted a former textile atelier into a luxurious boutique hotel in less than 150 days.
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- After buying and converting a former textile atelier in Istanbul's popular 'Nisantasi' district into Gallery Residence & Boutique Hotel, Yes Hotels Turkey bought another textile atelier on the same street and converted it into Jazz Hotel Istanbul in less than 150 days. Both luxurious hotels take art as inspiration for their concepts. Gallery Residence & Boutique Hotel's 21 suites were named and decorated after painters like Vincent Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso, whereas Jazz Hotel Istanbul's 12 rooms are named and decorated after world famous jazz artists like Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong."
More:Jazz Hotel Istanbul to Jazz up Accommodation in Istanbul -- ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ --
Jazz Hotel in Istanbul's trendy 'Nisantasi' district pays homage to the legacy of jazz with a concept and modern decoration inspired by jazz music. Yes Hotels Turkey, the parent company of Jazz Hotel Istanbul, converted a former textile atelier into a luxurious boutique hotel in less than 150 days.
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- After buying and converting a former textile atelier in Istanbul's popular 'Nisantasi' district into Gallery Residence & Boutique Hotel, Yes Hotels Turkey bought another textile atelier on the same street and converted it into Jazz Hotel Istanbul in less than 150 days. Both luxurious hotels take art as inspiration for their concepts. Gallery Residence & Boutique Hotel's 21 suites were named and decorated after painters like Vincent Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso, whereas Jazz Hotel Istanbul's 12 rooms are named and decorated after world famous jazz artists like Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong."
More:Jazz Hotel Istanbul to Jazz up Accommodation in Istanbul -- ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ --
SU Abroad to open center in Istanbul in spring 2011 - The Daily Orange - News
"SU Abroad to open center in Istanbul in spring 2011
By Andrew Swab
Erika Wilkens-Sozen was studying for her master's degree at Syracuse University when she met a young man from Turkey. The two eventually decided to take a trip back to Turkey together.
'We spent time in Istanbul, where he showed me his favorite haunts, as well as took a trip to one of the gorgeous village resort areas on the coast of Turkey,' Wilkens-Sozen said."
More:SU Abroad to open center in Istanbul in spring 2011 - The Daily Orange - News
By Andrew Swab
Erika Wilkens-Sozen was studying for her master's degree at Syracuse University when she met a young man from Turkey. The two eventually decided to take a trip back to Turkey together.
'We spent time in Istanbul, where he showed me his favorite haunts, as well as took a trip to one of the gorgeous village resort areas on the coast of Turkey,' Wilkens-Sozen said."
More:SU Abroad to open center in Istanbul in spring 2011 - The Daily Orange - News
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Flotilla incident hurts relations between Israel, Turkey - CNN.com
"Flotilla incident hurts relations between Israel, Turkey
By the CNN Wire Staff
September 26, 2010 2:00 p.m. EDT
(CNN) -- Israel's decision in May to intercept an aid flotilla headed to Gaza -- an incident that left nine people dead -- remains a diplomatic stumbling block between Israel and Turkey, the countries' leaders said Sunday.
Israeli President Shimon Peres and Turkish President Abdullah Gul both appeared, separately, on CNN's 'Fareed Zakaria GPS,' where they gave their points of view on the contentious issue that has divided the traditional allies."
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By the CNN Wire Staff
September 26, 2010 2:00 p.m. EDT
(CNN) -- Israel's decision in May to intercept an aid flotilla headed to Gaza -- an incident that left nine people dead -- remains a diplomatic stumbling block between Israel and Turkey, the countries' leaders said Sunday.
Israeli President Shimon Peres and Turkish President Abdullah Gul both appeared, separately, on CNN's 'Fareed Zakaria GPS,' where they gave their points of view on the contentious issue that has divided the traditional allies."
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Winning Was the Easy Part - TIME
"Winning Was the Easy Part
By Pelin Turgut / Istanbul Monday, Sep. 27, 2010
At their great triumphs, Roman Emperors wary of hubris had a slave repeatedly whisper into their ear, "Remember, you are mortal." For Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the memento mori was delivered by basketball fans at Istanbul's Sinen Erdem Dome on the evening of Sept. 12, just hours after he had won a decisive referendum to reform the country's constitution: as he arrived to watch the final of the world-championship game between Turkey and the U.S., Erdogan was greeted by boos. The home team lost 64-81, but most Turks celebrated the fact that their side even got to the final...."
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By Pelin Turgut / Istanbul Monday, Sep. 27, 2010
At their great triumphs, Roman Emperors wary of hubris had a slave repeatedly whisper into their ear, "Remember, you are mortal." For Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the memento mori was delivered by basketball fans at Istanbul's Sinen Erdem Dome on the evening of Sept. 12, just hours after he had won a decisive referendum to reform the country's constitution: as he arrived to watch the final of the world-championship game between Turkey and the U.S., Erdogan was greeted by boos. The home team lost 64-81, but most Turks celebrated the fact that their side even got to the final...."
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Social, religious divide on display in attack on Turkish art walk - latimes.com
"Social, religious divide on display in attack on Turkish art walk
Local toughs attack an art opening in Istanbul's Tophane neighborhood, angered by patrons imbibing alcohol. Adding to the tensions are fears of displacement amid ongoing gentrification.
Istanbul art walk
By Borzou Daragahi, Los Angeles Times
September 26, 2010|4:25 p.m.
It was meant to be a celebration of high art and the bohemian spirit of a city that has been designated by the European Union as a European Cultural Capital of 2010. Instead, a controversial art exhibit last week turned into a violent neighborhood melee that made national news."
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Local toughs attack an art opening in Istanbul's Tophane neighborhood, angered by patrons imbibing alcohol. Adding to the tensions are fears of displacement amid ongoing gentrification.
Istanbul art walk
By Borzou Daragahi, Los Angeles Times
September 26, 2010|4:25 p.m.
It was meant to be a celebration of high art and the bohemian spirit of a city that has been designated by the European Union as a European Cultural Capital of 2010. Instead, a controversial art exhibit last week turned into a violent neighborhood melee that made national news."
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The AKP’s Turkey: More civilian, but more democratic?
"The AKP’s Turkey: More civilian, but more democratic?
SONER ÇAĞAPTAY AND BURÇ ÖZÇELİK
Not a day goes by without another pundit lauding Turkey’s democratization by the ruling Justice and Development Party, or AKP. The argument is that Turkey has finally become a true democracy under the AKP, as the party has boldly forced the military into its barracks and empowered the masses over the secular elites."
More:The AKP’s Turkey: More civilian, but more democratic? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
SONER ÇAĞAPTAY AND BURÇ ÖZÇELİK
Not a day goes by without another pundit lauding Turkey’s democratization by the ruling Justice and Development Party, or AKP. The argument is that Turkey has finally become a true democracy under the AKP, as the party has boldly forced the military into its barracks and empowered the masses over the secular elites."
More:The AKP’s Turkey: More civilian, but more democratic? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish bazaars versus the supermarkets
"Turkish bazaars versus the supermarkets
Old-fashioned weekly markets run by local farmers and merchants threatened by chain stores.
Turkish bazaars and markets face extinction
Matt Porter (Syracuse Univ.) Student Correspondent Corps / September 26th, 2010
KAYSERI, Turkey — Before dawn, dozens of dusty trucks roll into a vacant lot and bring it to life. It’s Saturday, the day when village merchants come to Kayseri’s Talas district to sell fresh fruit and whatever else they have. "
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Old-fashioned weekly markets run by local farmers and merchants threatened by chain stores.
Turkish bazaars and markets face extinction
Matt Porter (Syracuse Univ.) Student Correspondent Corps / September 26th, 2010
KAYSERI, Turkey — Before dawn, dozens of dusty trucks roll into a vacant lot and bring it to life. It’s Saturday, the day when village merchants come to Kayseri’s Talas district to sell fresh fruit and whatever else they have. "
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Turkey emerges decisively from ruins of militarism
"Turkey emerges decisively from ruins of militarism
Md. Masum Billah
Turkey, the staunchly secular nation with a multi-ethnic but predominantly Islamic population, witnessed a constitutional referendum on 12 September 2010. The results showed the majority supported the constitutional amendments with 58% in favour and 42% against. This 42% 'no vote' is significant. Turks remain deeply divided over this ostensibly laudable democratic reforms, not because of their content but because of suspicions about the man driving them and his Islamist past."
More:The New Nation - Internet Edition
Md. Masum Billah
Turkey, the staunchly secular nation with a multi-ethnic but predominantly Islamic population, witnessed a constitutional referendum on 12 September 2010. The results showed the majority supported the constitutional amendments with 58% in favour and 42% against. This 42% 'no vote' is significant. Turks remain deeply divided over this ostensibly laudable democratic reforms, not because of their content but because of suspicions about the man driving them and his Islamist past."
More:The New Nation - Internet Edition
Turkey's global energy role
"Turkey's global energy role
Is Turkey set to become an energy 'hub', with its role as energy transporter linking east and west?
* By Saadallah Al Fathi, Special to Gulf News
Recently I attended a conference in Ankara about oil and gas expansion in Turkey where many presentations about energy and their relationships to regional or international issues were discussed."
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Is Turkey set to become an energy 'hub', with its role as energy transporter linking east and west?
* By Saadallah Al Fathi, Special to Gulf News
Recently I attended a conference in Ankara about oil and gas expansion in Turkey where many presentations about energy and their relationships to regional or international issues were discussed."
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Turkish Tesco offers Nazi bargain
"Turkish Tesco offers Nazi bargain
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By Jennifer Lipman, September 26, 2010
A British tourist has expressed his surprise at finding Nazi helmets on sale in a supermarket owned by Tesco.
Cambridge resident Lee Gillett came across the “black Nazi helmets” – on sale for just £8.50” – in a store in a Turkish seaside resort."
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By Jennifer Lipman, September 26, 2010
A British tourist has expressed his surprise at finding Nazi helmets on sale in a supermarket owned by Tesco.
Cambridge resident Lee Gillett came across the “black Nazi helmets” – on sale for just £8.50” – in a store in a Turkish seaside resort."
More:Turkish Tesco offers Nazi bargain | The Jewish Chronicle
Istanbul's cats inspire artist showing at ArkeoPera
"Istanbul's cats inspire artist showing at ArkeoPera
A Ukrainian artist who uses recycled materials to depict Istanbul’s “four-footed friends” will open an exhibition Oct. 5 at the ArkeoPera Art Gallery in the city’s Galatasaray neighborhood."
More:Istanbul's cats inspire artist showing at ArkeoPera - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A Ukrainian artist who uses recycled materials to depict Istanbul’s “four-footed friends” will open an exhibition Oct. 5 at the ArkeoPera Art Gallery in the city’s Galatasaray neighborhood."
More:Istanbul's cats inspire artist showing at ArkeoPera - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Worldview: Holdouts put politics before U.S. relations | Philadelphia Inquirer | 09/26/2010
"Worldview: Holdouts put politics before U.S. relations
GOP senators blocking Obama's picks thwart peace.
By Trudy Rubin
At a time when America is beset with intractable foreign policy problems, you wouldn't think Republican senators would want to make things worse.
Or would you?
Sen. Sam Brownback (R., Kan.) is holding up President Obama's nominee to be ambassador to Turkey, skilled career diplomat Frank Ricciardone, at an extremely sensitive time in U.S.-Turkish relations. And several Republican senators are holding up confirmation of Robert Ford as ambassador to Syria, even as Obama is promoting new Mideast peace talks that require buy-in from Arab states."
More:Worldview: Holdouts put politics before U.S. relations | Philadelphia Inquirer | 09/26/2010
GOP senators blocking Obama's picks thwart peace.
By Trudy Rubin
At a time when America is beset with intractable foreign policy problems, you wouldn't think Republican senators would want to make things worse.
Or would you?
Sen. Sam Brownback (R., Kan.) is holding up President Obama's nominee to be ambassador to Turkey, skilled career diplomat Frank Ricciardone, at an extremely sensitive time in U.S.-Turkish relations. And several Republican senators are holding up confirmation of Robert Ford as ambassador to Syria, even as Obama is promoting new Mideast peace talks that require buy-in from Arab states."
More:Worldview: Holdouts put politics before U.S. relations | Philadelphia Inquirer | 09/26/2010
The great march of humanity
"The great march of humanity
Rural-to-urban migration is reshaping our world, often for the better
By Richard Warnica, Edmonton Journal September 26, 2010
Arrival City: The Final Migration and Our Next World
Doug Saunders, Alfred A. Knopf
Canada, 356 pp; $34.95
On a winter night in 1977, a group of villagers from rural Turkey gathered on the far outskirts of Istanbul. In the darkness, far from the famous towers of the central city, they cleared a patch of unused land. Over the next few nights, brick houses appeared, organized into the neat rows of a new neighbourhood."
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Rural-to-urban migration is reshaping our world, often for the better
By Richard Warnica, Edmonton Journal September 26, 2010
Arrival City: The Final Migration and Our Next World
Doug Saunders, Alfred A. Knopf
Canada, 356 pp; $34.95
On a winter night in 1977, a group of villagers from rural Turkey gathered on the far outskirts of Istanbul. In the darkness, far from the famous towers of the central city, they cleared a patch of unused land. Over the next few nights, brick houses appeared, organized into the neat rows of a new neighbourhood."
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BSC, Turkish university offer courses online
"BSC, Turkish university offer courses online
The Associated Press - BISMARCK, N.D.
Bismarck State College has entered into its first formal international agreement to offer online energy courses to Turkish students in collaboration with Izmir University, Istanbul."
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The Associated Press - BISMARCK, N.D.
Bismarck State College has entered into its first formal international agreement to offer online energy courses to Turkish students in collaboration with Izmir University, Istanbul."
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Turkish International Renewable Energy Congress - TIREC 2010 - Invest in Turkey
"Turkish International Renewable Energy Congress - TIREC 2010
8.2010
Start date: 28.09.2010
End date:01.10.2010
Turkey
The Turkish International Renewable Energy Congress (TIREC) 2010, organized by Green Power Conferences, is a high-level congress and exhibition, where Turkish and international renewable energy experts meet to drive innovation and do business."
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8.2010
Start date: 28.09.2010
End date:01.10.2010
Turkey
The Turkish International Renewable Energy Congress (TIREC) 2010, organized by Green Power Conferences, is a high-level congress and exhibition, where Turkish and international renewable energy experts meet to drive innovation and do business."
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Exploring Turco-Japanese ceramic fusion in Istanbul
"Exploring Turco-Japanese ceramic fusion in Istanbul
The simple yet striking forms of ceramic birds are perched elegantly around the home of Teppei Yamashita, a Japanese ceramic artist born in Imari on Kyushu."
More:Exploring Turco-Japanese ceramic fusion in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The simple yet striking forms of ceramic birds are perched elegantly around the home of Teppei Yamashita, a Japanese ceramic artist born in Imari on Kyushu."
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Filmmor gives Istanbul's art scene to women
"Filmmor gives Istanbul's art scene to women
In September and October, Istanbul's art scene will belong to women, thanks to Filmmor’s film festival, exhibition and activities."
More:Filmmor gives Istanbul's art scene to women - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
In September and October, Istanbul's art scene will belong to women, thanks to Filmmor’s film festival, exhibition and activities."
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RubinReports: Turkey's Referendum Doesn't Mean Popular Support for A Regime Aligning with Iran
"Turkey's Referendum Doesn't Mean Popular Support for A Regime Aligning with Iran
By Barry Rubin
It is true that the passage of the referendum in Turkey with 58 percent of the vote can be seen as a victory for the AKP regime. But that point shouldn't be exaggerated. The bad feature of the reforms--in terms of consolidating the Islamist government's power--is to strengthen the regime's control over the courts and to limit further the autonomy of the Turkish army."
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By Barry Rubin
It is true that the passage of the referendum in Turkey with 58 percent of the vote can be seen as a victory for the AKP regime. But that point shouldn't be exaggerated. The bad feature of the reforms--in terms of consolidating the Islamist government's power--is to strengthen the regime's control over the courts and to limit further the autonomy of the Turkish army."
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
Turkey treads cautiously on question of Armenian past
"Turkey treads cautiously on question of Armenian past
By Jonathan Head
BBC News, Van, Turkey
The Turkish government wants to improve relations with Armenia, but is it ready to leave behind decades of nationalist dogma and fully confront the country's past?"
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By Jonathan Head
BBC News, Van, Turkey
The Turkish government wants to improve relations with Armenia, but is it ready to leave behind decades of nationalist dogma and fully confront the country's past?"
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TURKEY: Dam threatens to inundate heritage, livelihood of Kurdish town | Babylon & Beyond | Los Angeles Times
"TURKEY: Dam threatens to inundate heritage, livelihood of Kurdish town
September 25, 2010 | 9:42 am
The historic town of Hasankeyf on the banks of the Tigris River in southeastern Turkey was once an important stop on the Silk Road connecting Asia to Europe, part of a rich history that sustains some 3,000 residents who depend on tourism to make a living.
But Hasankeyf will soon be completely submerged, along with its many archeological treasures, as the government hastens to complete a huge hydroelectric dam just 45 miles downstream."
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September 25, 2010 | 9:42 am
The historic town of Hasankeyf on the banks of the Tigris River in southeastern Turkey was once an important stop on the Silk Road connecting Asia to Europe, part of a rich history that sustains some 3,000 residents who depend on tourism to make a living.
But Hasankeyf will soon be completely submerged, along with its many archeological treasures, as the government hastens to complete a huge hydroelectric dam just 45 miles downstream."
More:TURKEY: Dam threatens to inundate heritage, livelihood of Kurdish town | Babylon & Beyond | Los Angeles Times
Turkey, Belgium & Germany to Receive Visits by Under-Secretary Judith A. McHale
"Turkey, Belgium & Germany to Receive Visits by Under-Secretary Judith A. McHale
Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Judith A. McHale will travel to Turkey, Belgium and Germany September 24 - October 1."
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Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Judith A. McHale will travel to Turkey, Belgium and Germany September 24 - October 1."
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Istanbul To Host Finance Summit
"Istanbul To Host Finance Summit
Istanbul , Turkey - September 25, 2010:
Istanbul will host some 300 finance executives from America, Europe, Asia and Middle East for the Istanbul Finance Summit.
The Istanbul Finance Summit (IFS) will be held in Istanbul on September 28-29-30, 2010.
IFS is designed to provide an annual platform for state of the art discussions on the current state and future direction of the world finance. The Summit is a broad-ranging event, bringing together leading global policy makers, bankers, corporate financiers and regulators, among others. The discussions are expected to have significant impact on the direction of the new financial architecture following the deleterious effects of the global financial crisis. Participants will also find fresh ideas and opportunities for every form of corporate finance during this turbulent period. "
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Istanbul , Turkey - September 25, 2010:
Istanbul will host some 300 finance executives from America, Europe, Asia and Middle East for the Istanbul Finance Summit.
The Istanbul Finance Summit (IFS) will be held in Istanbul on September 28-29-30, 2010.
IFS is designed to provide an annual platform for state of the art discussions on the current state and future direction of the world finance. The Summit is a broad-ranging event, bringing together leading global policy makers, bankers, corporate financiers and regulators, among others. The discussions are expected to have significant impact on the direction of the new financial architecture following the deleterious effects of the global financial crisis. Participants will also find fresh ideas and opportunities for every form of corporate finance during this turbulent period. "
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Kathmandu-Istanbul air service to begin - Detail News : Nepal News Portal
"Kathmandu-Istanbul air service to begin
KATHMANDU: An aviation agreement has been reached between Nepal and Turkey to begin direct air service between Kathmandu and Turkey."
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KATHMANDU: An aviation agreement has been reached between Nepal and Turkey to begin direct air service between Kathmandu and Turkey."
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American Thinker: Turkey's Future
"Turkey's Future
By Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi
Where is Turkey heading under Erdogan's ruling party, the AKP? The question becomes urgent following the approval of a constitutional referendum on 12 September with a majority of 58% in favor as opposed to 42% against."
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By Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi
Where is Turkey heading under Erdogan's ruling party, the AKP? The question becomes urgent following the approval of a constitutional referendum on 12 September with a majority of 58% in favor as opposed to 42% against."
More:American Thinker: Turkey's Future
Turkish PM Excludes Possibility Of Introducing Kurdish Language In Turkey's Education System
"Turkish PM Excludes Possibility Of Introducing Kurdish Language In Turkey's Education System
Friday, 24 September 2010
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has ruled out the possibility of introducing the Kurdish language in education process in the Turkish schools, the CNN Turk television channel reported."
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Friday, 24 September 2010
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has ruled out the possibility of introducing the Kurdish language in education process in the Turkish schools, the CNN Turk television channel reported."
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New Practices In The Istanbul Stock Exchange Stock Market
"New Practices In The Istanbul Stock Exchange Stock Market
24/09/10
Istanbul Stock Exchange (ISE) has announced a series of new practices that will come into force gradually in the Stock Market, starting from October 1, 2010.
Accordingly,
* As a result of the extension of its trading hours, the Watchlist Companies Market session will be held between 14:00 – 17:30, starting from October 1, 2010.
* Trading party member codes included in inquiries of transactions executed in the Stock Market shall not be displayed, whereas executed transactions shall be sent to the data vendors without buyer and seller information, starting from October 8, 2010. Trading books including member codes will be available for the ISE members at the end of day T+1."
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24/09/10
Istanbul Stock Exchange (ISE) has announced a series of new practices that will come into force gradually in the Stock Market, starting from October 1, 2010.
Accordingly,
* As a result of the extension of its trading hours, the Watchlist Companies Market session will be held between 14:00 – 17:30, starting from October 1, 2010.
* Trading party member codes included in inquiries of transactions executed in the Stock Market shall not be displayed, whereas executed transactions shall be sent to the data vendors without buyer and seller information, starting from October 8, 2010. Trading books including member codes will be available for the ISE members at the end of day T+1."
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Why Turkey’s Economy And ETF Are Sitting Pretty « ETF Trends
"Why Turkey’s Economy And ETF Are Sitting Pretty
September 24th at 2:00pm by Tom Lydon
Turkey is on its way to becoming a stronger player on the global stage. But for its exchange traded fund (ETF) to keep moving in an upward direction, reforms need to stick.
What Turkey has going for it:"
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September 24th at 2:00pm by Tom Lydon
Turkey is on its way to becoming a stronger player on the global stage. But for its exchange traded fund (ETF) to keep moving in an upward direction, reforms need to stick.
What Turkey has going for it:"
More:Why Turkey’s Economy And ETF Are Sitting Pretty « ETF Trends
Friday, September 24, 2010
Turkey pledges support to Israeli Arabs' cause - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Turkey pledges support to Israeli Arabs' cause
Annual Islamic Movement rally features special message by Turkish President Abdullah Gul who promised to support effort to protect al-Aqsa Mosque, all other holy sites in Jerusalem "
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Annual Islamic Movement rally features special message by Turkish President Abdullah Gul who promised to support effort to protect al-Aqsa Mosque, all other holy sites in Jerusalem "
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Turkey-Israel relations continu1e to worsen in New York
"Turkey-Israel relations continue to worsen in New York
İLHAN TANIR
The relations between Turkey and Israel had another rocky week. First, it was reported in Zaman, a conservative Turkish daily, Turkish President Abdullah Gül was scheduled to meet with Israeli President Simon Peres in New York, where the two leaders arrived for the United Nations General Assembly meetings this week."
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İLHAN TANIR
The relations between Turkey and Israel had another rocky week. First, it was reported in Zaman, a conservative Turkish daily, Turkish President Abdullah Gül was scheduled to meet with Israeli President Simon Peres in New York, where the two leaders arrived for the United Nations General Assembly meetings this week."
More:Turkey-Israel relations continue to worsen in New York - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Orthodox Dutch Muslims tend to be old, unemployed men
"Orthodox Dutch Muslims tend to be old, unemployed men
Friday 24 September 2010
Some 12% of Dutch Muslims of Moroccan origin consider themselves to be orthodox, as do one in 20 Muslims with Turkish roots, according to research by the University of Amsterdam, published on Friday."
More:DutchNews.nl - Orthodox Dutch Muslims tend to be old, unemployed men
Friday 24 September 2010
Some 12% of Dutch Muslims of Moroccan origin consider themselves to be orthodox, as do one in 20 Muslims with Turkish roots, according to research by the University of Amsterdam, published on Friday."
More:DutchNews.nl - Orthodox Dutch Muslims tend to be old, unemployed men
Report of the international fact-finding mission regarding the Israeli attacks on the humanitarian flotilla
15th session of the Human Rights Council, Geneva 13 September - 1 October 2010
Report of the international fact-finding mission to investigate violations of international law, including international humanitarian and human rights law, resulting from the Israeli attacks on the flotilla of ships carrying humanitarian assistance
To read the full report in PDF format click here
Report of the international fact-finding mission to investigate violations of international law, including international humanitarian and human rights law, resulting from the Israeli attacks on the flotilla of ships carrying humanitarian assistance
To read the full report in PDF format click here
Turkish team issued stadium closure after linesman hit by object from stands
"Turkish team issued stadium closure after linesman hit by object from stands
By The Associated Press (CP) – 1 hour ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey's football federation has issued a one-match stadium closure on Gaziantepspor after fans threw objects onto the field that hit a linesman in the head during a league game."
More:The Canadian Press: Turkish team issued stadium closure after linesman hit by object from stands
By The Associated Press (CP) – 1 hour ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey's football federation has issued a one-match stadium closure on Gaziantepspor after fans threw objects onto the field that hit a linesman in the head during a league game."
More:The Canadian Press: Turkish team issued stadium closure after linesman hit by object from stands
Turkey and Germany step up cooperation on counter-terrorism - Monsters and Critics
"Turkey and Germany step up cooperation on counter-terrorism
Sep 24, 2010, 14:26 GMT
Istanbul - Germany and Turkey will forge a closer cooperation on security and counter-terrorism issues, the two countries' interior ministers said Friday.
'We are setting up a joint committee on counter-terrorism and security issues at once,' said Besir Atalay, Turkey's Minister of Interior after a meeting in Ankara with his German counterpart, Thomas de Maizière."
More:Turkey and Germany step up cooperation on counter-terrorism - Monsters and Critics
Sep 24, 2010, 14:26 GMT
Istanbul - Germany and Turkey will forge a closer cooperation on security and counter-terrorism issues, the two countries' interior ministers said Friday.
'We are setting up a joint committee on counter-terrorism and security issues at once,' said Besir Atalay, Turkey's Minister of Interior after a meeting in Ankara with his German counterpart, Thomas de Maizière."
More:Turkey and Germany step up cooperation on counter-terrorism - Monsters and Critics
Turkish bond yield rises as cbank cuts liquidity | Reuters
"Turkish bond yield rises as cbank cuts liquidity
ANKARA, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The yield on the Turkish benchmark bond April 25, 2012 <#TRTSYSUM=IS> on Friday hit 8.21 percent -- its highest since Aug 16 -- after the central bank reduced market liquidity by nearly $3 billion."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkish bond yield rises as cbank cuts liquidity | Reuters
ANKARA, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The yield on the Turkish benchmark bond April 25, 2012 <#TRTSYSUM=IS> on Friday hit 8.21 percent -- its highest since Aug 16 -- after the central bank reduced market liquidity by nearly $3 billion."
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Turkey urges Germany to crack down on Kurdish rebels < German news | Expatica Germany
"Turkey urges Germany to crack down on Kurdish rebels
Turkey's Interior Minister Besir Atalay Friday called on Germany to crack down on separatist Kurdish rebels on its territory, handing his German colleague intelligence on activities Ankara wants curbed.
'We discussed... the fight against terrorism... I gave him a dossier on the information we have,' Atalay told a joint press conference with his German counterpart Thomas de Maiziere."
More:Turkey urges Germany to crack down on Kurdish rebels < German news | Expatica Germany
Turkey's Interior Minister Besir Atalay Friday called on Germany to crack down on separatist Kurdish rebels on its territory, handing his German colleague intelligence on activities Ankara wants curbed.
'We discussed... the fight against terrorism... I gave him a dossier on the information we have,' Atalay told a joint press conference with his German counterpart Thomas de Maiziere."
More:Turkey urges Germany to crack down on Kurdish rebels < German news | Expatica Germany
Turkey carried out false-flag attacks in Cyprus in 1960s, says Turkish General - Cyprus Mail
"Turkey carried out false-flag attacks in Cyprus in 1960s, says Turkish General
By Elias Hazou Published on September 24, 2010
A TURKISH covert unit carried out acts of sabotage on the island during the 1960s, including the torching of a mosque, in a bid to incite Turkish Cypriots against the government, a retired Turkish general has claimed."
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By Elias Hazou Published on September 24, 2010
A TURKISH covert unit carried out acts of sabotage on the island during the 1960s, including the torching of a mosque, in a bid to incite Turkish Cypriots against the government, a retired Turkish general has claimed."
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Turkish President Gül Speaks at the UN
"Turkish President Gül Speaks at the UN
By
Nick Ottens
President Abdullah Gül addressed the General Assembly of the United Nations on Thursday, speaking of Turkey’s willingness to be part of a multilateral framework of nations aimed at ensuring peace and economic stability in the Middle East and beyond."
More:Atlantic Sentinel | Turkish President Gül Speaks at the UN
By
Nick Ottens
President Abdullah Gül addressed the General Assembly of the United Nations on Thursday, speaking of Turkey’s willingness to be part of a multilateral framework of nations aimed at ensuring peace and economic stability in the Middle East and beyond."
More:Atlantic Sentinel | Turkish President Gül Speaks at the UN
Tata Nano Production Facility Soon In Turkey
"Tata Nano Production Facility Soon In Turkey
By: Vicky.in
According to latest media reports, Turkey wants Tata Group to consider setting-up a manufacturing plant for its small car Nano so that it can cater to demand for small cars in the European market."
More:Tata Nano Turkey | Tata Group Turkey | Nano European Market - Oneindia Living
By: Vicky.in
According to latest media reports, Turkey wants Tata Group to consider setting-up a manufacturing plant for its small car Nano so that it can cater to demand for small cars in the European market."
More:Tata Nano Turkey | Tata Group Turkey | Nano European Market - Oneindia Living
Turkey's President Abdullah Gul said that he supported the Balkans' integration into NATO and the EU
"Turkey's President Abdullah Gul said that he supported the Balkans' integration into NATO and the EU
Turkey's President Abdullah Gul on Wednesday in New York said that he supported the Balkans' integration into NATO and the European Union, according to Today's Zaman. Gul said without stability there would not be cooperation in the region and that he believed every Balkan country would be a NATO member one day."
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Turkey's President Abdullah Gul on Wednesday in New York said that he supported the Balkans' integration into NATO and the European Union, according to Today's Zaman. Gul said without stability there would not be cooperation in the region and that he believed every Balkan country would be a NATO member one day."
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German interior minister pushes for Christian rights on Turkish visit | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 24.09.2010
"German interior minister pushes for Christian rights on Turkish visit
German interior minister Thomas de Maiziere's has met with members of different minority Christian communities during a visit to Turkey.
Discussions with representatives from Greek Orthodox, Syrian Orthodox and Protestant Churches took place in Istanbul, and top of the agenda was further rights for minorities."
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German interior minister Thomas de Maiziere's has met with members of different minority Christian communities during a visit to Turkey.
Discussions with representatives from Greek Orthodox, Syrian Orthodox and Protestant Churches took place in Istanbul, and top of the agenda was further rights for minorities."
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NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams: NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
"NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams
Crime | September 24, 2010, Friday
NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams: NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams
US and Turkey police arrested a total of 4 Bulgarians, accused of committing ATM skimming by copying bank card numbers. File photo
Two Bulgarian brothers have been charged with scamming more than USD 1 M by installing electronic skimmers and hidden cameras on Chase and Citibank ATMs.
The news was reported by the New York Post, citing the Manhattan US Attorney's Office reporting Radostin and Ulian Paralingov used information gleaned from the devices to create duplicate bank cards and crack PIN codes."
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Crime | September 24, 2010, Friday
NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams: NYC, Istanbul Police Bust Latest Bulgarian-bred ATM Scams
US and Turkey police arrested a total of 4 Bulgarians, accused of committing ATM skimming by copying bank card numbers. File photo
Two Bulgarian brothers have been charged with scamming more than USD 1 M by installing electronic skimmers and hidden cameras on Chase and Citibank ATMs.
The news was reported by the New York Post, citing the Manhattan US Attorney's Office reporting Radostin and Ulian Paralingov used information gleaned from the devices to create duplicate bank cards and crack PIN codes."
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Istanbul’s World Heritage status under threat - Culture : europa, europeans | euronews
"Istanbul’s World Heritage status under threat
“Hands off my house” warns a home-made sign on an historic dwellings in the old part of Istanbul are still standing – but for how long? The residents are worried, to say the least.
Korhan Gumus is an architect. He is also involved with Istanbul’s year as capital of culture 2010. His involvement with the legacy of historic sites dates back 30 years. He is also a well-known civic campaigner."
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“Hands off my house” warns a home-made sign on an historic dwellings in the old part of Istanbul are still standing – but for how long? The residents are worried, to say the least.
Korhan Gumus is an architect. He is also involved with Istanbul’s year as capital of culture 2010. His involvement with the legacy of historic sites dates back 30 years. He is also a well-known civic campaigner."
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Two Democrats risk U.S. interests by blocking envoy
"Two Democrats risk U.S. interests by blocking envoy
FOR THE AWARD for Most Craven Election-Year Pandering at the Expense of the National Interest, we nominate -- this week -- Sens. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Robert Menendez (D-N.J.). Ms. Boxer, who is facing a tough reelection fight, and Mr. Menendez, who heads the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, are blocking the confirmation of a top-notch State Department diplomat, Matthew J. Bryza, as ambassador to Azerbaijan, an energy-rich and strategically important nation in the volatile Caucasus region."
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FOR THE AWARD for Most Craven Election-Year Pandering at the Expense of the National Interest, we nominate -- this week -- Sens. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Robert Menendez (D-N.J.). Ms. Boxer, who is facing a tough reelection fight, and Mr. Menendez, who heads the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, are blocking the confirmation of a top-notch State Department diplomat, Matthew J. Bryza, as ambassador to Azerbaijan, an energy-rich and strategically important nation in the volatile Caucasus region."
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Redington buys 49% stake in Turkish distributor - Channel - News & Features - ITP.net
"Redington buys 49% stake in Turkish distributor
Company says move is part of strategy to explore opportunities in new markets
By Andrew Seymour Published September 24, 2010
IT distributor Redington has agreed to pay US$42m for a 49.4% stake in Arena, one of the largest technology product distributors in Turkey. "
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Company says move is part of strategy to explore opportunities in new markets
By Andrew Seymour Published September 24, 2010
IT distributor Redington has agreed to pay US$42m for a 49.4% stake in Arena, one of the largest technology product distributors in Turkey. "
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NBA Rumors: Is Allen Iverson Heading To Besiktas Cola Turka, Istanbul? | Bleacher Report
"NBA Rumors: Is Allen Iverson Heading To Besiktas Cola Turka, Istanbul?
By
Os Kavcar
CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 20: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers is slow to get up after being hit in the face during a game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on February 20, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the 76ers 122-90. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) Will he be able to revive his career in Turkey?
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
Seref Yalcin, head of basketball operations of Besiktas Cola Turka, confirmed that an offer was made to acquire the services of the former regular season MVP Allen Iverson."
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By
Os Kavcar
CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 20: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers is slow to get up after being hit in the face during a game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on February 20, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the 76ers 122-90. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) Will he be able to revive his career in Turkey?
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
Seref Yalcin, head of basketball operations of Besiktas Cola Turka, confirmed that an offer was made to acquire the services of the former regular season MVP Allen Iverson."
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Turkish leaders meet pro-Kurdish politicians - Diplomacy : news, world | euronews
"Turkish leaders meet pro-Kurdish politicians
Dialogue has begun to try to solve the deep-rooted problems between Turkey’s Kurdish minority and the government in Ankara.
Politicians considered close to Kurdish rebels have met Deputy Prime Minister Cemil Cicek, with further talks set to follow. Both sides however have urged caution over any quick fix."
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Dialogue has begun to try to solve the deep-rooted problems between Turkey’s Kurdish minority and the government in Ankara.
Politicians considered close to Kurdish rebels have met Deputy Prime Minister Cemil Cicek, with further talks set to follow. Both sides however have urged caution over any quick fix."
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Turkey to boost pipeline security after attacks - BusinessWeek
"Turkey to boost pipeline security after attacks
ANKARA, Turkey
Turkey says it will reinforce security for gas and oil pipelines following a spate of attacks blamed on autonomy-seeking Kurdish rebels."
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ANKARA, Turkey
Turkey says it will reinforce security for gas and oil pipelines following a spate of attacks blamed on autonomy-seeking Kurdish rebels."
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Serbia, Turkey to cooperate in implementing European standards in social policy
"Serbia, Turkey to cooperate in implementing European standards in social policy
Alexandra Popovic - 24.09.2010
Minister of Labour and Social Policy Rasim Ljajic and Turkish Minister of Labour and Social Security Omer Dincer signed an agreement on Thursday for cooperation between the two ministries and assessed that the relations between Belgrade and Ankara are developing in the right direction.Ljajic said that the signed document, which includes the exchange of experience in all areas under the jurisdiction of two ministries, confirms the excellent political relations between Serbia and Turkey."
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Alexandra Popovic - 24.09.2010
Minister of Labour and Social Policy Rasim Ljajic and Turkish Minister of Labour and Social Security Omer Dincer signed an agreement on Thursday for cooperation between the two ministries and assessed that the relations between Belgrade and Ankara are developing in the right direction.Ljajic said that the signed document, which includes the exchange of experience in all areas under the jurisdiction of two ministries, confirms the excellent political relations between Serbia and Turkey."
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
China Today magazine's Turkish Edition launched in Ankara - People's Daily Online
"China Today magazine's Turkish Edition launched in Ankara
10:11, September 24, 2010
The Turkish Edition of Chinese magazine 'China Today' was launched Thursday in Ankara, capital of Turkey, to provide first-hand information for Turkish business circles."
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10:11, September 24, 2010
The Turkish Edition of Chinese magazine 'China Today' was launched Thursday in Ankara, capital of Turkey, to provide first-hand information for Turkish business circles."
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Kanter is an amateur, at least according to Calipari | KentuckySports.com
"Kanter is an amateur, at least according to Calipari
By Jerry Tipton / jtipton@herald-leader.com
LOUISVILLE — Although he considers Enes Kanter an amateur, Kentucky Coach John Calipari said Thursday that he can't be sure whether the NCAA agrees. Kanter's eligilibity for the upcoming season will depend on whether the NCAA officially views him as an amateur."
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By Jerry Tipton / jtipton@herald-leader.com
LOUISVILLE — Although he considers Enes Kanter an amateur, Kentucky Coach John Calipari said Thursday that he can't be sure whether the NCAA agrees. Kanter's eligilibity for the upcoming season will depend on whether the NCAA officially views him as an amateur."
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Column One: Turkey secular Istanbul Islam: In old Istanbul quarter, Islamic and secular Turks grope toward coexistence - latimes.com
"In old Istanbul quarter, Islamic and secular Turks grope toward coexistence
In much of Turkey, observant and secularist Muslims live largely apart. But in Fatih, an ancient Istanbul district, the two cultural camps are side by side. They interact daily, sometimes uncomfortably."
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In much of Turkey, observant and secularist Muslims live largely apart. But in Fatih, an ancient Istanbul district, the two cultural camps are side by side. They interact daily, sometimes uncomfortably."
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Istanbul stages second-hand books festival
"Istanbul stages second-hand books festival
English.news.cn 2010-09-24 07:10:34
ISTANBUL, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Istanbul tradition of trading second-hand books is still thriving at a festival being held in the city center despite the large number of modern multi- story bookstores."
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English.news.cn 2010-09-24 07:10:34
ISTANBUL, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Istanbul tradition of trading second-hand books is still thriving at a festival being held in the city center despite the large number of modern multi- story bookstores."
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Gentrification posited as motive for attack on Tophane art galleries
"Gentrification posited as motive for attack on Tophane art galleries
Though the motive behind Tuesday night’s attack on Istanbul art galleries remains unclear, a new theory that anger about gentrification fueled the incident has joined initial concerns about a clash between conservative and liberal factions."
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Though the motive behind Tuesday night’s attack on Istanbul art galleries remains unclear, a new theory that anger about gentrification fueled the incident has joined initial concerns about a clash between conservative and liberal factions."
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Ming Holden: Quotes From Istanbul: the Writers and Literary Translators International Congress
"Quotes From Istanbul: the Writers and Literary Translators International Congress
So I ostensibly live in Indiana at the moment, but this funny thing happened earlier this month where I was in Istanbul with a bunch of literary translators.
The Writers and Literary Translators International Congress (WALTIC) began as a brainchild of the Swedish Writers Union and inaugurated in Stockholm in 2008. I was there with my boss, the Mongolian Writers Union Director Khaidav Chilaajav, to present a paper on Mongolian poetry on his behalf. (Just when I thought my Henry Luce year couldn't get better, I was in Stockholm meeting Philip Pullman in the gold room where they give out the Nobel Prize for literature. I was 23, and it rendered pretty much everything that's happened since then lackluster in comparison. I nerded Pullman hard. I nerded so hard the poor man actually ran away from me.) The Congress identified several goals and priorities, among them the international safeguarding of freedom of expression and increasing literacy."
More:Ming Holden: Quotes From Istanbul: the Writers and Literary Translators International Congress
So I ostensibly live in Indiana at the moment, but this funny thing happened earlier this month where I was in Istanbul with a bunch of literary translators.
The Writers and Literary Translators International Congress (WALTIC) began as a brainchild of the Swedish Writers Union and inaugurated in Stockholm in 2008. I was there with my boss, the Mongolian Writers Union Director Khaidav Chilaajav, to present a paper on Mongolian poetry on his behalf. (Just when I thought my Henry Luce year couldn't get better, I was in Stockholm meeting Philip Pullman in the gold room where they give out the Nobel Prize for literature. I was 23, and it rendered pretty much everything that's happened since then lackluster in comparison. I nerded Pullman hard. I nerded so hard the poor man actually ran away from me.) The Congress identified several goals and priorities, among them the international safeguarding of freedom of expression and increasing literacy."
More:Ming Holden: Quotes From Istanbul: the Writers and Literary Translators International Congress
Cyprus settlement could foster peace in wider region, Turkish leader tells UN
"Cyprus settlement could foster peace in wider region, Turkish leader tells UN
23 September 2010 – Reaching a “just and lasting settlement” on divisions between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots could propel peace and stability in the greater region, Turkey’s President told the General Assembly’s annual high-level debate today."
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23 September 2010 – Reaching a “just and lasting settlement” on divisions between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots could propel peace and stability in the greater region, Turkey’s President told the General Assembly’s annual high-level debate today."
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Turkey, Germany prepare for long-awaited university in Istanbul
"Turkey, Germany prepare for long-awaited university in Istanbul
FULYA ÖZERKAN
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
The Turkish and German governments are moving ahead with plans to realize a long-awaited joint university project. The details will be discussed during PM Erdoğan's meeting with Chancellor Merkel next month, which will be followed by German President Christian Wulff’s upcoming visit to Turkey to lay the foundation for the university alongside counterpart Abdullah Gül"
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FULYA ÖZERKAN
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
The Turkish and German governments are moving ahead with plans to realize a long-awaited joint university project. The details will be discussed during PM Erdoğan's meeting with Chancellor Merkel next month, which will be followed by German President Christian Wulff’s upcoming visit to Turkey to lay the foundation for the university alongside counterpart Abdullah Gül"
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Armani apartments in Istanbul attracting the wealthy
"Armani apartments in Istanbul attracting the wealthy
Wealthy Turks and foreigners drawn to the idea of living in homes whose interiors are designed by Giorgio Armani have been lining up to pre-buy apartments in Istanbul’s exclusive Maçka neighborhood."
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Wealthy Turks and foreigners drawn to the idea of living in homes whose interiors are designed by Giorgio Armani have been lining up to pre-buy apartments in Istanbul’s exclusive Maçka neighborhood."
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Turkey after the Constitutional Referendum: Implications for Washington
"Turkey after the Constitutional Referendum: Implications for Washington
By Soner Cagaptay
September 23, 2010
On September 12, Turkey went to the polls to vote on constitutional amendments proposed by the governing Justice and Development Party (AKP). Nearly 38.3 million people turned out, with 21.8 million voting in favor of a variety of changes to the Turkish political system, from establishing constitutional guarantees of gender equality to giving the AKP de facto power over a majority of the country's high court judicial appointments. Of the twenty-six amendments weighed by voters, several stipulate significant changes on key issues."
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By Soner Cagaptay
September 23, 2010
On September 12, Turkey went to the polls to vote on constitutional amendments proposed by the governing Justice and Development Party (AKP). Nearly 38.3 million people turned out, with 21.8 million voting in favor of a variety of changes to the Turkish political system, from establishing constitutional guarantees of gender equality to giving the AKP de facto power over a majority of the country's high court judicial appointments. Of the twenty-six amendments weighed by voters, several stipulate significant changes on key issues."
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Turkey as Test Case of U.S. Approach to Regionalism
"Turkey as Test Case of U.S. Approach to Regionalism
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 23 Sep 2010
The theory behind Turkey's foreign policy, as summed up by Turkish academic-turned-Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, is the 'zero problems with neighbors' policy. As such, Turkey has put increasing effort into resolving longstanding tensions in its regional relations. The results have admittedly been spotty. Bilateral ties with Syria, Iran and Kurdish Iraq are notable successes. The rapprochement with Armenia is still a work in progress. The historic friendship with Israel has suffered dramatically from Turkey's decision to take a more vocal position on the question of Gaza. But in theory, it's a great approach to 21st century foreign policy, which is going to put an increasing premium on regionalism, whereby a Middle Power can be a big fish in a medium-size pond."
More:Trend Lines: WPR Blog | Turkey as Test Case of U.S. Approach to Regionalism
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 23 Sep 2010
The theory behind Turkey's foreign policy, as summed up by Turkish academic-turned-Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, is the 'zero problems with neighbors' policy. As such, Turkey has put increasing effort into resolving longstanding tensions in its regional relations. The results have admittedly been spotty. Bilateral ties with Syria, Iran and Kurdish Iraq are notable successes. The rapprochement with Armenia is still a work in progress. The historic friendship with Israel has suffered dramatically from Turkey's decision to take a more vocal position on the question of Gaza. But in theory, it's a great approach to 21st century foreign policy, which is going to put an increasing premium on regionalism, whereby a Middle Power can be a big fish in a medium-size pond."
More:Trend Lines: WPR Blog | Turkey as Test Case of U.S. Approach to Regionalism
Istanbul's Islands Get a Museum of Their Own - NYTimes.com
"Istanbul’s Islands Get a Museum of Their Own
By SEBNEM ARSU
In addition to spanning two continents, Istanbul also counts nine islands within its city limits, celebrated in all their glory in the newly opened Museum of the Princes’ Islands, which offers a geographical, social, cultural and historical panorama of the offshore havens. "
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By SEBNEM ARSU
In addition to spanning two continents, Istanbul also counts nine islands within its city limits, celebrated in all their glory in the newly opened Museum of the Princes’ Islands, which offers a geographical, social, cultural and historical panorama of the offshore havens. "
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Editorial: Consequences for Turkey
"Editorial: Consequences for Turkey
By JPOST EDITORIAL
09/21/2010 22:00
Since it came to power in, Turkey’s AKP leadership has shifted away from the West into the orbit of mullah- run Iran. It should be forced to pay the consequences."
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By JPOST EDITORIAL
09/21/2010 22:00
Since it came to power in, Turkey’s AKP leadership has shifted away from the West into the orbit of mullah- run Iran. It should be forced to pay the consequences."
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Turkish government condemns alleged conservative Muslim attack on Istanbul art gallery
"Turkish government condemns alleged conservative Muslim attack on Istanbul art gallery
By The Associated Press (CP) – 2 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Turkey's Islamic-rooted government has condemned an attack allegedly by conservative Muslims on people drinking cocktails outside an Istanbul art gallery, calling for understanding and respect for one another's way of life in this largely Muslim but secular country."
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By The Associated Press (CP) – 2 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Turkey's Islamic-rooted government has condemned an attack allegedly by conservative Muslims on people drinking cocktails outside an Istanbul art gallery, calling for understanding and respect for one another's way of life in this largely Muslim but secular country."
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U.S. Jewish community’s representatives award Turkish President honorary diploma
"U.S. Jewish community’s representatives award Turkish President honorary diploma
22.09.2010 17:41
U.S. Jewish community’s representatives award Turkish President honorary diploma
Representatives of the Hasidic Jewish community living in the U.S today awarded the Turkish President Abdullah Gul honorary diploma for 'contribution to peace', TRT Russian website reports. Turkish President is on visit to New York within participation at the 65th UN General Assembly."
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22.09.2010 17:41
U.S. Jewish community’s representatives award Turkish President honorary diploma
Representatives of the Hasidic Jewish community living in the U.S today awarded the Turkish President Abdullah Gul honorary diploma for 'contribution to peace', TRT Russian website reports. Turkish President is on visit to New York within participation at the 65th UN General Assembly."
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Turkish bonds weaken after reserve rates heightened | Reuters
"Turkish bonds weaken after reserve rates heightened
ANKARA, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Turkish bonds weakened on Thursday after the central bank raised reserve requirement rates, draining around $3 billion cash from the market as part of its exit steps from a loose monetary policy adopted last year to counter a financial crisis."
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ANKARA, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Turkish bonds weakened on Thursday after the central bank raised reserve requirement rates, draining around $3 billion cash from the market as part of its exit steps from a loose monetary policy adopted last year to counter a financial crisis."
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Turkey to reinforce security at pipelines following suspected Kurdish rebel attacks - Winnipeg Free Press
"Turkey to reinforce security at pipelines following suspected Kurdish rebel attacks
By: The Associated Press
ANKARA, Turkey - Turkey says it will reinforce security for gas and oil pipelines following a spate of attacks blamed on autonomy-seeking Kurdish rebels.
Energy Minister Taner Yildiz would not go into details in an interview on CNN-Turk television on Thursday but said the measures would involve greater policing and the use of advanced surveillance systems. He gave no estimate on the cost."
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By: The Associated Press
ANKARA, Turkey - Turkey says it will reinforce security for gas and oil pipelines following a spate of attacks blamed on autonomy-seeking Kurdish rebels.
Energy Minister Taner Yildiz would not go into details in an interview on CNN-Turk television on Thursday but said the measures would involve greater policing and the use of advanced surveillance systems. He gave no estimate on the cost."
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Turkey plans to produce its own oil
"Turkey plans to produce its own oil
Balkan Business News Correspondent - 23.09.2010
Aksam - Turkey is aiming to reduce its dependency on imported fuels and produce its own oil, according to the country’s Minister of Energy and Natural Sources Taner Yildiz. isited by ExxonMobil’s Exploration Director Russ Bellis, Yildiz said that exploration efforts for oil and natural gas were being undertaken in Turkey with the collaboration of ExxonMobil, Chevron and Petrobras and Turkey’s national oil company TPAO."
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Balkan Business News Correspondent - 23.09.2010
Aksam - Turkey is aiming to reduce its dependency on imported fuels and produce its own oil, according to the country’s Minister of Energy and Natural Sources Taner Yildiz. isited by ExxonMobil’s Exploration Director Russ Bellis, Yildiz said that exploration efforts for oil and natural gas were being undertaken in Turkey with the collaboration of ExxonMobil, Chevron and Petrobras and Turkey’s national oil company TPAO."
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Turkey welcomes 'unbiased' UN probe on Gaza raid: report
"Turkey welcomes 'unbiased' UN probe on Gaza raid: report
ANKARA, Sep 23, 2010 (AFP) - Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu hailed a UN probe that said Israel broke the law when its troops stormed a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in May, the Anatolia news agency reported Thursday."
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ANKARA, Sep 23, 2010 (AFP) - Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu hailed a UN probe that said Israel broke the law when its troops stormed a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in May, the Anatolia news agency reported Thursday."
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From Spencer to Istanbul
"From Spencer to Istanbul
Thursday, September 23, 2010
By Kris Todd Daily Reporter Staff
Fischer compares politics, views both as home
Spencer native Sarah Fischer has been to Turkey, Morocco, Syria, Lebanon and Iran.
She speaks German, but is also learning Azerbaijani and is advanced in the Turkish language.
She's working toward a Ph.D. in government, with a specialization in comparative politics. The Middle East is her area of focus."
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
By Kris Todd Daily Reporter Staff
Fischer compares politics, views both as home
Spencer native Sarah Fischer has been to Turkey, Morocco, Syria, Lebanon and Iran.
She speaks German, but is also learning Azerbaijani and is advanced in the Turkish language.
She's working toward a Ph.D. in government, with a specialization in comparative politics. The Middle East is her area of focus."
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Turkey says Germany and France threatened by EU bid « New Media Blog
"Turkey says Germany and France threatened by EU bid
Reuters, by Staff Posted By: Photoonist- Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:39:12 GMT New York ' Allowing Turkey to join the European Union would make the bloc more relevant, but Germany and France feel threatened by the Muslim'majority nation's bid, Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Wednesday. "
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Reuters, by Staff Posted By: Photoonist- Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:39:12 GMT New York ' Allowing Turkey to join the European Union would make the bloc more relevant, but Germany and France feel threatened by the Muslim'majority nation's bid, Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Wednesday. "
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Dutch Landlord Runs Into Losses and Cultural Hurdles with Expansion in Turkey - Real Estate Channel Global News Center
"Dutch Landlord Runs Into Losses and Cultural Hurdles with Expansion in Turkey
Alex Finkelstein
Posted by Alex Finkelstein 09/22/10 11:04 AM EST
Retail shoppers in Turkey are different from those in The Netherlands, a prominent Dutch shopping center developer has learned to his dismay.
For one thing, men do most of the shopping in Turkey. Few women drive cars. And the bazaars are where men and women have flocked to for ages to haggle and purchase items for the home and elsewhere."
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Alex Finkelstein
Posted by Alex Finkelstein 09/22/10 11:04 AM EST
Retail shoppers in Turkey are different from those in The Netherlands, a prominent Dutch shopping center developer has learned to his dismay.
For one thing, men do most of the shopping in Turkey. Few women drive cars. And the bazaars are where men and women have flocked to for ages to haggle and purchase items for the home and elsewhere."
More:Dutch Landlord Runs Into Losses and Cultural Hurdles with Expansion in Turkey - Real Estate Channel Global News Center
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Muslim Armenians in Turkey Come Forward and Reveal Identity
"Muslim Armenians in Turkey Come Forward and Reveal Identity
Submitted by Armen Hareyan on 2010-09-22
The truly historic religious service in Holy Cross (Surp Khach – in Armenian) church of Akhtamar Island in eastern Turkish province of Van successfully took place on September 19, without any unduly incident. Around 500 policemen with dogs supervised the peace for the worshipers and pilgrims."
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Submitted by Armen Hareyan on 2010-09-22
The truly historic religious service in Holy Cross (Surp Khach – in Armenian) church of Akhtamar Island in eastern Turkish province of Van successfully took place on September 19, without any unduly incident. Around 500 policemen with dogs supervised the peace for the worshipers and pilgrims."
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International women entrepreneurs meet in Istanbul
"International women entrepreneurs meet in Istanbul
Policymakers must understand women’s concerns in order to draft coherent policies that encourage women’s entrepreneurship, according to conclusions drawn from a two-day women’s entrepreneurial conference in Istanbul this week."
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Policymakers must understand women’s concerns in order to draft coherent policies that encourage women’s entrepreneurship, according to conclusions drawn from a two-day women’s entrepreneurial conference in Istanbul this week."
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UN panel accuses Israel of war crimes for 'unlawful' assault on Gaza flotilla | World news | The Guardian
"UN panel accuses Israel of war crimes for 'unlawful' assault on Gaza flotilla
Israel dismisses report of 'unnecessary and incredibly violent' attack as 'politicised and extremist'"
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Israel dismisses report of 'unnecessary and incredibly violent' attack as 'politicised and extremist'"
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Turkey's 'yes' vote muddies Kurdish question
"Turkey's 'yes' vote muddies Kurdish question
By Stephen Starr
DIYARBAKIR and BATMAN - The September 12 referendum to amend 26 articles in Turkey's constitution, which saw a resounding 58% 'yes' vote, has dominated both media coverage and public interest across the country."
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By Stephen Starr
DIYARBAKIR and BATMAN - The September 12 referendum to amend 26 articles in Turkey's constitution, which saw a resounding 58% 'yes' vote, has dominated both media coverage and public interest across the country."
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Turkey pursues extension of PKK truce through three-way traffic
"Turkey pursues extension of PKK truce through three-way traffic
Efforts to extend the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, cease-fire have been intensified through dialogue channels that link Washington and Arbil to Ankara."
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Efforts to extend the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, cease-fire have been intensified through dialogue channels that link Washington and Arbil to Ankara."
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Iran Invites Turkey to Jointly Produce New Car, Cooperate in Space - Carscoop
"Iran Invites Turkey to Jointly Produce New Car, Cooperate in Space
Wednesday, September 22, 2010 | Categories | New Cars, Reports |
The Iranian Labour News Agency (ILNA) is reporting that aside from inviting Turkey to take part in its space program, which aims to put a man in space by 2017, Iran has also started talks with Turkey to jointly produce a new car named the 'D8'. According to the news agency, the announcement was made by Iran Khodro Co. (IKCO) Managing Director Mohammed Javad Najmeddin."
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 | Categories | New Cars, Reports |
The Iranian Labour News Agency (ILNA) is reporting that aside from inviting Turkey to take part in its space program, which aims to put a man in space by 2017, Iran has also started talks with Turkey to jointly produce a new car named the 'D8'. According to the news agency, the announcement was made by Iran Khodro Co. (IKCO) Managing Director Mohammed Javad Najmeddin."
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NorthJersey.com: Turkish officials visit Montclair
"Turkish officials visit Montclair
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Last updated: Wednesday September 22, 2010, 3:55 PM
BY TANYA DROBNESS
The Montclair Times
of The Montclair Times
A last-minute visit to Montclair yesterday afternoon turned into a town-wide tour for a group of delegates from Turkey, including two assistant mayors from a town that's part of Istanbul, who are visiting the United States this week."
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Last updated: Wednesday September 22, 2010, 3:55 PM
BY TANYA DROBNESS
The Montclair Times
of The Montclair Times
A last-minute visit to Montclair yesterday afternoon turned into a town-wide tour for a group of delegates from Turkey, including two assistant mayors from a town that's part of Istanbul, who are visiting the United States this week."
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Turkish Media Giant Wins Further Tax Appeal
"Turkish Media Giant Wins Further Tax Appeal, by Lorys Charalambous, Tax-News.com, Cyprus
Last updated 17 hours ago | Wednesday, September 22, 2010
The Turkish media company, Dogan Yayin Holding AS (Dogan) has issued a statement claiming a further victory in its legal campaign to reverse tax demands totalling TRY4.8bn (USD3.2bn).
Group subsidiary, Doğan TV Holding, has obtained judgments in its favour totalling TLY1.05bn in respect of tax demands which it now no longer needs to pay."
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Last updated 17 hours ago | Wednesday, September 22, 2010
The Turkish media company, Dogan Yayin Holding AS (Dogan) has issued a statement claiming a further victory in its legal campaign to reverse tax demands totalling TRY4.8bn (USD3.2bn).
Group subsidiary, Doğan TV Holding, has obtained judgments in its favour totalling TLY1.05bn in respect of tax demands which it now no longer needs to pay."
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Turkey: pious and distant fr1om the West in 15 years
"Turkey: pious and distant from the West in 15 years
MEHMET ALİ BİRAND
Usually I do not like fortunetelling, but it has something mysterious about it. No one knows whether or not guesses turn out to be right but everyone always listens out of curiosity.
Today I feel a bit like a fortuneteller. Looking at my data on hand I will try and take a guess at what Turkey will be like in 10 to 15 years’ time. Very difficult though, because I know data on hand may change any minute and my calculations may be senseless. But there are data that won’t change no matter what. Based on just these data I will tell Turkey’s fortune."
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MEHMET ALİ BİRAND
Usually I do not like fortunetelling, but it has something mysterious about it. No one knows whether or not guesses turn out to be right but everyone always listens out of curiosity.
Today I feel a bit like a fortuneteller. Looking at my data on hand I will try and take a guess at what Turkey will be like in 10 to 15 years’ time. Very difficult though, because I know data on hand may change any minute and my calculations may be senseless. But there are data that won’t change no matter what. Based on just these data I will tell Turkey’s fortune."
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Turkey says Germany and France threatened by EU bid | World | Reuters
"Turkey says Germany and France threatened by EU bid
Wed Sep 22, 2010 10:07pm GMT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Allowing Turkey to join the European Union would make the bloc more relevant, but Germany and France feel threatened by the Muslim-majority nation's bid, Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Wednesday."
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Wed Sep 22, 2010 10:07pm GMT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Allowing Turkey to join the European Union would make the bloc more relevant, but Germany and France feel threatened by the Muslim-majority nation's bid, Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Wednesday."
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Westerwelle Urges EU to Engage Turkey - WSJ.com
"Berlin Pushes Turkey's EU Bid
German Minister Urges Europe to Revive Talks With Ankara About Joining Bloc
BY MARCUS WALKER AND MATTHEW KARNITSCHNIG
BERLIN—German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle called on the European Union to step up its faltering talks with Turkey over the country's bid to join the bloc, saying Europe should send Ankara a positive signal in response to the country's latest political reforms."
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German Minister Urges Europe to Revive Talks With Ankara About Joining Bloc
BY MARCUS WALKER AND MATTHEW KARNITSCHNIG
BERLIN—German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle called on the European Union to step up its faltering talks with Turkey over the country's bid to join the bloc, saying Europe should send Ankara a positive signal in response to the country's latest political reforms."
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9 Turkish Winners at 2010 International Business Awards
7TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS ANNOUNCES HONOREES FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE
Business Awards Program to Celebrate Excellence Worldwide at Istanbul Ceremony
Fairfax, VA – Organizations and individuals from 28 nations, including first-time winners Israel, Kenya, and the Philippines, have been announced as Stevie® Award winners in the Seventh Annual International Business Awards, the world’s only international, all-encompassing business awards program.
Nicknamed the Stevies from the Greek word “crowned,” the awards will be presented at a gala banquet ceremony on Monday, September 27 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. Tickets for the banquet are on sale now at www.stevieawards.com/iba.
Award recipients from the host country of Turkey include: Avea Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S., Coca-Cola Icecek, EFES, Garanti Bank, KANYON, PH Danismanlik, Sanofi-Aventis, Türk Ekonomi Bankasi and Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S.
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Business Awards Program to Celebrate Excellence Worldwide at Istanbul Ceremony
Fairfax, VA – Organizations and individuals from 28 nations, including first-time winners Israel, Kenya, and the Philippines, have been announced as Stevie® Award winners in the Seventh Annual International Business Awards, the world’s only international, all-encompassing business awards program.
Nicknamed the Stevies from the Greek word “crowned,” the awards will be presented at a gala banquet ceremony on Monday, September 27 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. Tickets for the banquet are on sale now at www.stevieawards.com/iba.
Award recipients from the host country of Turkey include: Avea Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S., Coca-Cola Icecek, EFES, Garanti Bank, KANYON, PH Danismanlik, Sanofi-Aventis, Türk Ekonomi Bankasi and Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S.
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Don't politicize PKK, Ankara warns - UPI.com
"Don't politicize PKK, Ankara warns
ANKARA, Turkey, Sept. 22 (UPI) -- A decision by the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party to extend a cease-fire must not be used as a political tool, a ruling lawmaker said."
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ANKARA, Turkey, Sept. 22 (UPI) -- A decision by the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party to extend a cease-fire must not be used as a political tool, a ruling lawmaker said."
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Seven detained in Istanbul gallery attack (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
"Seven detained in Istanbul gallery attack (Roundup)
Sep 22, 2010, 17:00 GMT
Istanbul - Authorities on Wednesday detained seven people in connection with a mob attack on the opening of two neighbouring galleries in a gentrifying Istanbul district."
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Sep 22, 2010, 17:00 GMT
Istanbul - Authorities on Wednesday detained seven people in connection with a mob attack on the opening of two neighbouring galleries in a gentrifying Istanbul district."
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The Iranian Money Trail in Turkey
"The Iranian Money Trail in Turkey
September 21, 2010 - 10:03am, by Yigal Schleifer
Reuters has a new report out that looks at Iranian financial activity inside Turkey and western concerns that the country, which has booming trade relations with Tehran, could become a safe haven for Iranians seeking to avoid the nuclear sanctions placed on their country. From the article: "
More:The Iranian Money Trail in Turkey | EurasiaNet.org
September 21, 2010 - 10:03am, by Yigal Schleifer
Reuters has a new report out that looks at Iranian financial activity inside Turkey and western concerns that the country, which has booming trade relations with Tehran, could become a safe haven for Iranians seeking to avoid the nuclear sanctions placed on their country. From the article: "
More:The Iranian Money Trail in Turkey | EurasiaNet.org
Islamists vs. Hipsters in Istanbul
"Islamists vs. Hipsters in Istanbul
September 22, 2010 - 8:24am, by Yigal Schleifer
It appears that things have finally come to a boil in Istanbul rapidly gentrifying and trendy Beyoglu district. Last night, a group of some 30 men wielding sticks and stones attacked the openings of two neighboring galleries in the area, smashing windows, spraying pepper spray, and injuring at least five people.
The attack took place in a part of the neighborhood that has become something of an arts hub, with several new independent galleries opening up there in recent years. The Istanbul Modern, the city's first modern arts museum, is just down the hill from the galleries."
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September 22, 2010 - 8:24am, by Yigal Schleifer
It appears that things have finally come to a boil in Istanbul rapidly gentrifying and trendy Beyoglu district. Last night, a group of some 30 men wielding sticks and stones attacked the openings of two neighboring galleries in the area, smashing windows, spraying pepper spray, and injuring at least five people.
The attack took place in a part of the neighborhood that has become something of an arts hub, with several new independent galleries opening up there in recent years. The Istanbul Modern, the city's first modern arts museum, is just down the hill from the galleries."
More:Islamists vs. Hipsters in Istanbul | EurasiaNet.org
Police arrest suspected PKK members in Istanbul
"Police arrest suspected PKK members in Istanbul
Two people suspected of having ties to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, one of whom is believed to be behind three terrorist attacks in June, were arrested Wednesday after police launched a citywide operation, Doğan news agency reported."
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Two people suspected of having ties to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, one of whom is believed to be behind three terrorist attacks in June, were arrested Wednesday after police launched a citywide operation, Doğan news agency reported."
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Gaza convoy to arrive in Istanbul from UK
"Gaza convoy to arrive in Istanbul from UK
A Gaza convoy that departed from Britain on Sept. 18 is expected to arrive in Istanbul on Sept. 27, Anatolia news agency reported Wednesday.
According to a statement released by the Humanitarian Relief Foundation, or İHH, the convoy, carrying medical equipment, medicine and foodstuffs to Palestine, was expected to be in Gaza by mid-October."
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A Gaza convoy that departed from Britain on Sept. 18 is expected to arrive in Istanbul on Sept. 27, Anatolia news agency reported Wednesday.
According to a statement released by the Humanitarian Relief Foundation, or İHH, the convoy, carrying medical equipment, medicine and foodstuffs to Palestine, was expected to be in Gaza by mid-October."
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Istanbul's Belly-Dancing Cabbie Meets the Ford Fiesta | Car News Blog at Motor Trend
"Istanbul's Belly-Dancing Cabbie Meets the Ford Fiesta
Posted Today 05:00 AM by Jeremy Hart
Jump into any cab in London, Sydney, or New York and chances are you'll find a driver happy to discuss sport, politics, and the weather.
Belly dancing cabbie Ihsan Aknur doing his thing
Hop into the taxi of Istanbul's Ihsan Aknur, however, and get ready for your own private belly dance.
'People say I'm crazy and, you know, I think they are probably right,' exclaims the self-proclaimed 'best taxi driver' as he takes time from ferrying around the Fiesta World Tour team to do an impromptu dance on Istanbul's Galata Bridge."
More:Istanbul's Belly-Dancing Cabbie Meets the Ford Fiesta | Car News Blog at Motor Trend
Posted Today 05:00 AM by Jeremy Hart
Jump into any cab in London, Sydney, or New York and chances are you'll find a driver happy to discuss sport, politics, and the weather.
Belly dancing cabbie Ihsan Aknur doing his thing
Hop into the taxi of Istanbul's Ihsan Aknur, however, and get ready for your own private belly dance.
'People say I'm crazy and, you know, I think they are probably right,' exclaims the self-proclaimed 'best taxi driver' as he takes time from ferrying around the Fiesta World Tour team to do an impromptu dance on Istanbul's Galata Bridge."
More:Istanbul's Belly-Dancing Cabbie Meets the Ford Fiesta | Car News Blog at Motor Trend
Time for Turkey to turn words into deeds - Cyprus Mail
"Time for Turkey to turn words into deeds
By George Psyllides Published on September 22, 2010
PRESIDENT Demetris Christofias yesterday reiterated that Turkey is not ready to solve the Cyprus problem and accused the neighbouring country and Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu of engaging in a blame game."
mORE:Time for Turkey to turn words into deeds - Cyprus Mail
By George Psyllides Published on September 22, 2010
PRESIDENT Demetris Christofias yesterday reiterated that Turkey is not ready to solve the Cyprus problem and accused the neighbouring country and Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu of engaging in a blame game."
mORE:Time for Turkey to turn words into deeds - Cyprus Mail
Istanbul’s Avcılar to open first shopping mall - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Istanbul’s Avcılar to open first shopping mall
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The Pelican Mall is situated close to one of the main campuses of Istanbul University, whose student population is 17,000.
Istanbul’s working class district of Avcılar is preparing to welcome its first shopping center, the Pelican Mall, constructed at a cost of $150 million.
The shopping center, constructed by a consortium of three companies - Keleşoğlu, Kameroğlu and Gül - will be opened Nov. 5."
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The Pelican Mall is situated close to one of the main campuses of Istanbul University, whose student population is 17,000.
Istanbul’s working class district of Avcılar is preparing to welcome its first shopping center, the Pelican Mall, constructed at a cost of $150 million.
The shopping center, constructed by a consortium of three companies - Keleşoğlu, Kameroğlu and Gül - will be opened Nov. 5."
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Chair of Armenian studies in Turkish University still waiting - Education - Panorama | Armenian news
"Chair of Armenian studies in Turkish University still waiting
Chairs of Armenian and Hebrew studies in Erjiyes University, Turkish city of Kayseri, are still in the situation of waiting, the legal permission of the authorities to allow foreign professors study the students there, Turkish “Anadolu” news agency reported."
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Chairs of Armenian and Hebrew studies in Erjiyes University, Turkish city of Kayseri, are still in the situation of waiting, the legal permission of the authorities to allow foreign professors study the students there, Turkish “Anadolu” news agency reported."
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Spain jails Kurd for shoe toss at Turkish premier
"Spain jails Kurd for shoe toss at Turkish premier
(AP) – 1 hour ago
MADRID — A Syrian Kurd has been sentenced to three years in jail in Spain for throwing a shoe at Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Hokman Joma tried to hit Erdogan with a shoe Feb. 22 as the Turkish leader got into a car during a visit to the southern city of Seville."
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(AP) – 1 hour ago
MADRID — A Syrian Kurd has been sentenced to three years in jail in Spain for throwing a shoe at Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Hokman Joma tried to hit Erdogan with a shoe Feb. 22 as the Turkish leader got into a car during a visit to the southern city of Seville."
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Turkish Delight
"Turkish Delight
Diplomat from Turkey speaks to UM about relationship with US
By Erin Cole
Standing before a crowd in the UC ballroom Tuesday night, Hakan Tekin, the Consul General of Turkey, opened his speech with a quote from Ross Wilson, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey.
'Turkey is one of those countries where the more you know, the less you understand,' he quoted Wilson as having said this past July."
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Diplomat from Turkey speaks to UM about relationship with US
By Erin Cole
Standing before a crowd in the UC ballroom Tuesday night, Hakan Tekin, the Consul General of Turkey, opened his speech with a quote from Ross Wilson, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey.
'Turkey is one of those countries where the more you know, the less you understand,' he quoted Wilson as having said this past July."
More:Turkish Delight - Montana Kaimin - News
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