"Avnet Partners with Sanko for Turkish Expansion
Published: January 5, 2009
by Timothy Prickett Morgan
IT master reseller Avnet is, like every other company on the planet, looking for new places to do business in this tricky global economy. That is one reason why the company's Avnet Technology Solutions, which distributes servers, storage, and other IT products made by IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and others, has ponied up some cash to take a barely majority stake in an IT distributor in Turkey."
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Monday, January 05, 2009
Security Agency Officer Issues Illegal Passport to Turkish 'Gambling King'
"Security Agency Officer Issues Illegal Passport to Turkish 'Gambling King'
The former chief of Economic and Finance Security within Bulgaria's State Agency for National Security (DANS), Veselin Markov, had signed a document allowing the issuing of a Bulgarian passport for Turkish businessman Sudi Okzan, Standart daily reports on"
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The former chief of Economic and Finance Security within Bulgaria's State Agency for National Security (DANS), Veselin Markov, had signed a document allowing the issuing of a Bulgarian passport for Turkish businessman Sudi Okzan, Standart daily reports on"
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Turkish 2009 external funding gap $15-30 bln- report | Reuters
"Turkish 2009 external funding gap $15-30 bln- report
Mon Jan 5, 2009 12:42pm IST
ISTANBUL, Jan 5 (Reuters) - Turkey will have an external financing shortfall of around $15 billion-$30 billion in 2009 and an International Monetary Fund programme is needed to ease concerns about it, Economy Minister Mehmet Simsek was quoted as saying on Monday."
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Mon Jan 5, 2009 12:42pm IST
ISTANBUL, Jan 5 (Reuters) - Turkey will have an external financing shortfall of around $15 billion-$30 billion in 2009 and an International Monetary Fund programme is needed to ease concerns about it, Economy Minister Mehmet Simsek was quoted as saying on Monday."
More:Turkish 2009 external funding gap $15-30 bln- report | Reuters
UAE free zones helped Turkey's EU bid
"UAE free zones helped Turkey's EU bid
By Shashank Shekhar on Monday, January 05, 2009
UAE has involuntarily played a role in ensuring that Turkey joins the European Union (EU) without scraping its massive free zones, the CEO of a company involved in EU construction projects has said."
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By Shashank Shekhar on Monday, January 05, 2009
UAE has involuntarily played a role in ensuring that Turkey joins the European Union (EU) without scraping its massive free zones, the CEO of a company involved in EU construction projects has said."
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The merchant of Istanbul: shopping at the Grand Bazaar
"The merchant of Istanbul
Everyone is looking for something ... Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.
We descended into the bustling Grand Bazaar about three hours ago. Our group of eight has fractured into three factions. I seem to have joined Team Browse. The unfortunate fact is that it is hard to be 'just looking' in Istanbul. Everyone is looking for something here, whether they admit it or not. One crockery stall banner even apologises to customers for its inadequacy to meet these unspoken needs: 'Sorry, we're open.'"
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Everyone is looking for something ... Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.
We descended into the bustling Grand Bazaar about three hours ago. Our group of eight has fractured into three factions. I seem to have joined Team Browse. The unfortunate fact is that it is hard to be 'just looking' in Istanbul. Everyone is looking for something here, whether they admit it or not. One crockery stall banner even apologises to customers for its inadequacy to meet these unspoken needs: 'Sorry, we're open.'"
More:The merchant of Istanbul: shopping at the Grand Bazaar
Cypriot leaders to resume talks
"Cypriot leaders to resume talks
NICOSIA - Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat and his Greek Cypriot counterpart, Demetris Christofias, will meet today for their 14th meeting under full-fledged talks aimed at reunifying the island."
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NICOSIA - Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat and his Greek Cypriot counterpart, Demetris Christofias, will meet today for their 14th meeting under full-fledged talks aimed at reunifying the island."
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Turkish cultural heritage in the hands of foreigners
"Turkish cultural heritage in the hands of foreigners
ANKARA - The land of Anatolia, home to many civilizations throughout its long history, is rich in cultural artifacts, many of which are on display in museums around Turkey. Many others, however, are unfortunately in the hands of foreign countries, while Turkey has toiled for their return"
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ANKARA - The land of Anatolia, home to many civilizations throughout its long history, is rich in cultural artifacts, many of which are on display in museums around Turkey. Many others, however, are unfortunately in the hands of foreign countries, while Turkey has toiled for their return"
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Fethiye becomes top choice for weddings
"Fethiye becomes top choice for weddings
FETHİYE - Fethiye, a holiday district in Muğla has become a popular choice for Turkish-English marriages."
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FETHİYE - Fethiye, a holiday district in Muğla has become a popular choice for Turkish-English marriages."
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New social security law leaves students stranded
"New social security law leaves students stranded
ISTANBUL - If part time working students pay their complete social insurance premiums, they will be considered as income earning individuals. According to the new social security law, a part-time worker must use his or her own money to pay premiums to benefit from health insurance"
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ISTANBUL - If part time working students pay their complete social insurance premiums, they will be considered as income earning individuals. According to the new social security law, a part-time worker must use his or her own money to pay premiums to benefit from health insurance"
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Armenian patriarch to stay despite his illness
"Armenian patriarch to stay despite his illness
ISTANBUL - The Armenian Patriarchy is not an office that can function without an acting patriarch, said the editor-in-chief of Armenian daily Jamanak Ara Koçunyan, criticizing the decision of the Spiritual Council not to replace Patriarch Mesrob II who is said to be suffering from frontal lobe dementia."
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ISTANBUL - The Armenian Patriarchy is not an office that can function without an acting patriarch, said the editor-in-chief of Armenian daily Jamanak Ara Koçunyan, criticizing the decision of the Spiritual Council not to replace Patriarch Mesrob II who is said to be suffering from frontal lobe dementia."
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Istanbul home to the largest number of NGOs
"Istanbul home to the largest number of NGOs
ISTANBUL - According to research on nongovernmental organizations in Turkey, there are a total of 80,212 associations, most of which are in Istanbul, and 14,744 of those are related to organizing courses on the Koran or the building of mosques"
More:Istanbul home to the largest number of NGOs
ISTANBUL - According to research on nongovernmental organizations in Turkey, there are a total of 80,212 associations, most of which are in Istanbul, and 14,744 of those are related to organizing courses on the Koran or the building of mosques"
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Turkish Housewife Opens Her Own Museum
"Turkish Housewife Opens Her Own Museum
Okay - how could this person possibly afford to do this - is she independently wealthy? Does she have some other source of income? Where did these objects come from that she is now displaying in her 'museum'? How did she acquire them? Did she buy them and, if so, for how much? Were they gifts to her and, if so, from whom and when? Did she dig them out of the ground herself and, if so, where and when, and did she meet all requirements for legal export/import of ancient antiquities? Where did the money come from for the lady to purchase a house to use as a museum? Was this article done as the equivalent of Turkey's 'April Fool's Day'? Inquiring minds want to know!"
More:Chess, Goddess and Everything: Turkish Housewife Opens Her Own Museum
Okay - how could this person possibly afford to do this - is she independently wealthy? Does she have some other source of income? Where did these objects come from that she is now displaying in her 'museum'? How did she acquire them? Did she buy them and, if so, for how much? Were they gifts to her and, if so, from whom and when? Did she dig them out of the ground herself and, if so, where and when, and did she meet all requirements for legal export/import of ancient antiquities? Where did the money come from for the lady to purchase a house to use as a museum? Was this article done as the equivalent of Turkey's 'April Fool's Day'? Inquiring minds want to know!"
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Turkey increases import duties on steel products
"Turkey increases import duties on steel products
In what some are sure to interpret as a sign of creeping protectionism, Turkey has recently announced that it has increased import duties on a number of steel products by as much as 8 percent."
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In what some are sure to interpret as a sign of creeping protectionism, Turkey has recently announced that it has increased import duties on a number of steel products by as much as 8 percent."
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Gaza crisis spurs Turkish diplomacy
"Gaza crisis spurs Turkish diplomacy
Prime minister fosters influential ties
Iason Athanasiadis THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Monday, January 5, 2009
ISTANBUL
Israel's Gaza offensive may have benefits for Turkey, bolstering its diplomatic profile in what some commentators call "neo-Ottomanism" and a Turkish newspaper hailed as a "golden age" for Turkish diplomacy. "
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Prime minister fosters influential ties
Iason Athanasiadis THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Monday, January 5, 2009
ISTANBUL
Israel's Gaza offensive may have benefits for Turkey, bolstering its diplomatic profile in what some commentators call "neo-Ottomanism" and a Turkish newspaper hailed as a "golden age" for Turkish diplomacy. "
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Syrian Foreign Min To Visit Turkey For Talks On Gaza - EasyBourse actualité
"Syrian Foreign Min To Visit Turkey For Talks On Gaza
Sunday January 4th, 2009 / 22h44
ANKARA (AFP)--Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem will visit Turkey Monday for talks on Israel's deadly assault on Gaza and regional developments, the Turkish foreign ministry said."
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Sunday January 4th, 2009 / 22h44
ANKARA (AFP)--Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem will visit Turkey Monday for talks on Israel's deadly assault on Gaza and regional developments, the Turkish foreign ministry said."
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Two 7th century B.C. graves accidentally discovered in Turkey | Entertainment and Showbiz!
"Two 7th century B.C. graves accidentally discovered in Turkey
Construction of a cesspool at the house in a village in Turkey has led to the accidental discovery of two ancient graves, dating back to the 7th century B.C."
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Construction of a cesspool at the house in a village in Turkey has led to the accidental discovery of two ancient graves, dating back to the 7th century B.C."
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Food in Turkey
"Food in Turkey
To start the day, the Turkish breakfast. Breakfast is usually included with the room rate in Turkish hotels--this one is a particularly fine spread. Almost always provided are boiled eggs, some sort of processed meat product (the one pictured is quite common), cheese (not usually four different kinds, as pictured), olives, cucumbers and tomatoes, and butter, jam and honey. All is eaten with bread (not pictured)."
More:Paul's travel blog: Food in Turkey
To start the day, the Turkish breakfast. Breakfast is usually included with the room rate in Turkish hotels--this one is a particularly fine spread. Almost always provided are boiled eggs, some sort of processed meat product (the one pictured is quite common), cheese (not usually four different kinds, as pictured), olives, cucumbers and tomatoes, and butter, jam and honey. All is eaten with bread (not pictured)."
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Beauty of Turkish Culture | Beauty Blog
"Beauty of Turkish Culture
Beauty of the Turkish culture and people.
Branch of the Altaic family:
Turkic
The Turkish (Turks of Turkey) come from the Oghuz branch of the Turkic peoples. The Oghuz is also called the Southwestern branch because most Oghuz peoples (Turkmen, Iraqi Turkmen….) live west of the Altai Mountains. Most Turkish people live in Turkey but others live in Western Europe like Germany and America. Many Turks came to Turkey during the Seljek and the Ottoman empire."
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Beauty of the Turkish culture and people.
Branch of the Altaic family:
Turkic
The Turkish (Turks of Turkey) come from the Oghuz branch of the Turkic peoples. The Oghuz is also called the Southwestern branch because most Oghuz peoples (Turkmen, Iraqi Turkmen….) live west of the Altai Mountains. Most Turkish people live in Turkey but others live in Western Europe like Germany and America. Many Turks came to Turkey during the Seljek and the Ottoman empire."
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Turkey’s Leading Opposition Party RPP Condemns Israel, 5 January 2009 Monday 0:22
"Turkey’s Leading Opposition Party RPP Condemns Israel
By Nermin SUBAS (JTW) - Onur Oymen, deputy president of the Turkish Republican People’s Party (RPP – CHP) said his party condemned Israeli attacks against Gaza people. “Israel targets women and children. Israel applies disproportion use of force against civilian population in Gaza” he added."
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By Nermin SUBAS (JTW) - Onur Oymen, deputy president of the Turkish Republican People’s Party (RPP – CHP) said his party condemned Israeli attacks against Gaza people. “Israel targets women and children. Israel applies disproportion use of force against civilian population in Gaza” he added."
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Gas flow falls in the Czech Republic and Turkey
"Gas flow falls in the Czech Republic and Turkey
Russia and Ukraine continue to play the blame game as the Czech Republic and Turkey report a drop in gas supplies caused by their dispute. The Czechs are the latest to suffer the consequences after Russia cut gas supplies to Ukraine on New Year’s Day in a row over unpaid bills and pricing. Gazprom maintains it is honouring its commitments to supply customers in Europe and blames Ukraine for blocking or siphoning off gas bound for the EU."
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Russia and Ukraine continue to play the blame game as the Czech Republic and Turkey report a drop in gas supplies caused by their dispute. The Czechs are the latest to suffer the consequences after Russia cut gas supplies to Ukraine on New Year’s Day in a row over unpaid bills and pricing. Gazprom maintains it is honouring its commitments to supply customers in Europe and blames Ukraine for blocking or siphoning off gas bound for the EU."
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Sunday, January 04, 2009
Religious Kurds become key vote in Turkey | csmonitor.com
"Religious Kurds become key vote in Turkey
Despite its secular roots, a major Kurdish political party is fighting to regain conservative Kurdish votes from the ruling party.
By Yigal Schleifer | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
DIYARBAKIR, TURKEY - In an office on the outskirts of this city in Turkey's predominantly Kurdish southeast, a group of gray-bearded men – all retired clerics – gather for a nightly meeting.
The conversation quickly turns to politics. Local elections will be held throughout Turkey in March, and religiously conservative Kurds like these men have become an important constituency in the southeast."
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Despite its secular roots, a major Kurdish political party is fighting to regain conservative Kurdish votes from the ruling party.
By Yigal Schleifer | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
DIYARBAKIR, TURKEY - In an office on the outskirts of this city in Turkey's predominantly Kurdish southeast, a group of gray-bearded men – all retired clerics – gather for a nightly meeting.
The conversation quickly turns to politics. Local elections will be held throughout Turkey in March, and religiously conservative Kurds like these men have become an important constituency in the southeast."
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Turkish clothing giant to expand in GCC
"Turkish clothing giant to expand in GCC
By Cleofe Maceda, Staff Reporter
Published: January 04, 2009, 23:35
Dubai: Despite the global recession, Turkish clothing maker and seller Koton is planning to expand its reach in the region by opening eight more shops in the Gulf Cooperation Council next year, the company's top official told Gulf News."
More:Gulfnews: Turkish clothing giant to expand in GCC
By Cleofe Maceda, Staff Reporter
Published: January 04, 2009, 23:35
Dubai: Despite the global recession, Turkish clothing maker and seller Koton is planning to expand its reach in the region by opening eight more shops in the Gulf Cooperation Council next year, the company's top official told Gulf News."
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Iranian Majlis speaker to visit Turkey next week
"Iranian Majlis speaker to visit Turkey next week
Tehran Times Political Desk
TEHRAN, Jan. 4 (MNA) -- Iranian Majlis speaker Ali Larijani plans to travel to Turkey to attend the Islamic Inter-Parliamentary Association (IPA) meeting, a lawmaker said on Sunday."
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Tehran Times Political Desk
TEHRAN, Jan. 4 (MNA) -- Iranian Majlis speaker Ali Larijani plans to travel to Turkey to attend the Islamic Inter-Parliamentary Association (IPA) meeting, a lawmaker said on Sunday."
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Turkey condemns Israeli ground incursion
"Turkey condemns Israeli ground incursion
Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:43:21 GMT
Ankara slams Israel for opening a ground war in Gaza despite worldwide calls for an immediate end to the military operation in the strip."
More:Press TV - Turkey condemns Israeli ground incursion
Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:43:21 GMT
Ankara slams Israel for opening a ground war in Gaza despite worldwide calls for an immediate end to the military operation in the strip."
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Istanbul Calling: A Scrappy Fighter in Turkey's Media Battles
"A Scrappy Fighter in Turkey's Media Battles
Suzy Hansen's excellent article about Taraf, a new Turkish daily newspaper that is shaking up the establishment, is highly recommended -- both as a way of learning about the paper and about the current troubled state of the Turkish press."
More:Istanbul Calling: A Scrappy Fighter in Turkey's Media Battles
Suzy Hansen's excellent article about Taraf, a new Turkish daily newspaper that is shaking up the establishment, is highly recommended -- both as a way of learning about the paper and about the current troubled state of the Turkish press."
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Turkey's Sonmez focuses on tourism after halting textile operation
"Turkey's Sonmez focuses on tourism after halting textile operation
Turkey's Sonmez conglomerate, who has halted its operations in textile, is planning to invest a total of $150 million in various sectors including tourism, energy, technology retailing and cement in 2009, the company said in a statement on Sunday."
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Turkey's Sonmez conglomerate, who has halted its operations in textile, is planning to invest a total of $150 million in various sectors including tourism, energy, technology retailing and cement in 2009, the company said in a statement on Sunday."
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Turkey says Russian gas supplies fall slightly | Markets | Reuters
"Turkey says Russian gas supplies fall slightly
ANKARA, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Russian natural gas supplies to Turkey have fallen slightly as a result of the Ukraine-Russia gas dispute but this has not posed any problems, a senior official at Turkey's energy ministry told Reuters on Sunday."
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ANKARA, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Russian natural gas supplies to Turkey have fallen slightly as a result of the Ukraine-Russia gas dispute but this has not posed any problems, a senior official at Turkey's energy ministry told Reuters on Sunday."
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Ivory Coast In Turkey World Cup Tune-Up
"Ivory Coast In Turkey World Cup Tune-Up
The Elephants of Ivory Coast will battle Turkey in a friendly on February 11 as part of their build-up for the final round of the 2010 World Cup qualifiers."
More:Goal.com - Africa - Ivory Coast In Turkey World Cup Tune-Up
The Elephants of Ivory Coast will battle Turkey in a friendly on February 11 as part of their build-up for the final round of the 2010 World Cup qualifiers."
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Turkish Treasury: IMF Talks To Start Jan 8 - IHA
"Turkish Treasury: IMF Talks To Start Jan 8 - IHA
ISTANBUL --The Turkish Treasury said Friday talks with the International Monetary Fund on a possible loan agreement will start Jan. 8, the Ihlas News Agency, or IHA, reported."
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ISTANBUL --The Turkish Treasury said Friday talks with the International Monetary Fund on a possible loan agreement will start Jan. 8, the Ihlas News Agency, or IHA, reported."
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Turkish protesters urge for end to Israeli attacks on Gaza
"Turkish protesters urge for end to Israeli attacks on Gaza
www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-04 18:32:56
Special report: Palestine-Israel Conflicts
ANKARA, Jan. 4 (Xinhua) -- Hundreds of Turks demonstrated outside Israeli and United Nations missions in Istanbul and Ankara overnight, protesting Israel's ground offensive in Gaza, CNN Turk news channel reported on Sunday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-04 18:32:56
Special report: Palestine-Israel Conflicts
ANKARA, Jan. 4 (Xinhua) -- Hundreds of Turks demonstrated outside Israeli and United Nations missions in Istanbul and Ankara overnight, protesting Israel's ground offensive in Gaza, CNN Turk news channel reported on Sunday."
More:Turkish protesters urge for end to Israeli attacks on Gaza_English_Xinhua
Official says Turkey sets up legal framework for new energy sources
"Official says Turkey sets up legal framework for new energy sources
President of Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority Koktas said the private sector was currently carrying out a total of 474 projects."
More:World Bulletin [ Official says Turkey sets up legal framework for new energy sources ]
President of Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority Koktas said the private sector was currently carrying out a total of 474 projects."
More:World Bulletin [ Official says Turkey sets up legal framework for new energy sources ]
In Turkey, Camp With Care
"In Turkey, Camp With Care
By K.C. Summers
Special to The Washington Post
Sunday, January 4, 2009; Page P02
Q. My family would like to visit Turkey. We have camped in Greece and all over Europe, as well as in the United States. Are there campgrounds in Turkey, and is it safe to camp there? When is the best time to go? "
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By K.C. Summers
Special to The Washington Post
Sunday, January 4, 2009; Page P02
Q. My family would like to visit Turkey. We have camped in Greece and all over Europe, as well as in the United States. Are there campgrounds in Turkey, and is it safe to camp there? When is the best time to go? "
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The Fethullah Gulen Movement
"The Fethullah Gulen Movement
Prof. Bill Park - 12/31/2008
The Gulen movement is attracting increasing and sometimes hostile attention both inside Turkey and beyond as a result of its increasing activity, wealth, and influence. Inspired by the thoughts of its founder, Sufi scholar Fethullah Gulen, it has established hundreds of educational institutions, as well as media outlets, dialogue platforms, and charities. Well-established in Turkey, it has expanded into the wider Turkic world and, increasingly, beyond. Yet its structure, ambitions, and size remain opaque, making assessment of its impact and power difficult."
More:Global Politician - The Fethullah Gulen Movement
Prof. Bill Park - 12/31/2008
The Gulen movement is attracting increasing and sometimes hostile attention both inside Turkey and beyond as a result of its increasing activity, wealth, and influence. Inspired by the thoughts of its founder, Sufi scholar Fethullah Gulen, it has established hundreds of educational institutions, as well as media outlets, dialogue platforms, and charities. Well-established in Turkey, it has expanded into the wider Turkic world and, increasingly, beyond. Yet its structure, ambitions, and size remain opaque, making assessment of its impact and power difficult."
More:Global Politician - The Fethullah Gulen Movement
Turkey sends medical aid to Gaza: ministry
"Turkey sends medical aid to Gaza: ministry
3 January 2009
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ANKARA - Turkey on Saturday dispatched 13 tonnes of medical aid for Gaza, which has been targeted by Israeli air strikes for more than a week, the health ministry said."
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3 January 2009
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ANKARA - Turkey on Saturday dispatched 13 tonnes of medical aid for Gaza, which has been targeted by Israeli air strikes for more than a week, the health ministry said."
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Saturday, January 03, 2009
Olmert in Turkey for indirect Israel-Syria peace talks
"Olmert in Turkey for indirect Israel-Syria peace talks
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert met with Turkish premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan late Monday to discuss the indirect talks that Turkey is mediating between the Jewish state and Syria."
More:European Jewish Congress - Olmert in Turkey for indirect Israel-Syria peace talks
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert met with Turkish premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan late Monday to discuss the indirect talks that Turkey is mediating between the Jewish state and Syria."
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Turkey seeks end to Gaza violence
"Turkey seeks end to Gaza violence
By SELCAN HACAOGLU – 4 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan flew to Saudi Arabia on Saturday as Turkey engaged in shuttle diplomacy with Arab countries in the search for a cease-fire in the Middle East."
More:The Associated Press: Turkey seeks end to Gaza violence
By SELCAN HACAOGLU – 4 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan flew to Saudi Arabia on Saturday as Turkey engaged in shuttle diplomacy with Arab countries in the search for a cease-fire in the Middle East."
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Hundreds protest in Cyprus over violence in Gaza - International Herald Tribune
"Hundreds protest in Cyprus over violence in Gaza
NICOSIA, Cyprus: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have pelted Cypriot riot police with rocks, sticks, shoes and oranges near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia."
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NICOSIA, Cyprus: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have pelted Cypriot riot police with rocks, sticks, shoes and oranges near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia."
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Hundreds protest in Cyprus over violence in Gaza
"Hundreds protest in Cyprus over violence in Gaza
NICOSIA, Cyprus: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have pelted Cypriot riot police with rocks, sticks, shoes and oranges near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia."
More:Hundreds protest in Cyprus over violence in Gaza - International Herald Tribune
NICOSIA, Cyprus: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have pelted Cypriot riot police with rocks, sticks, shoes and oranges near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia."
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Turkish gas official resigns after his gaffes over students' deaths
"Turkish gas official resigns after his gaffes over students' deaths
The director-general of the gas distribution company in the Turkish capital Ankara resigned after he came under fire over his remarks at Friday's press conference on the deaths of seven university students from gas leak."
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The director-general of the gas distribution company in the Turkish capital Ankara resigned after he came under fire over his remarks at Friday's press conference on the deaths of seven university students from gas leak."
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Turkey's exports fall 25% in December due to economic crisis
"Turkey's exports fall 25% in December due to economic crisis
www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-03 18:32:42
ANKARA, Jan. 3 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's exports in December shrunk 25 percent compared with the same period of 2007 due to the decline in international demand caused by the global economic crisis, local newspaper Today's Zaman reported on Saturday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-03 18:32:42
ANKARA, Jan. 3 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's exports in December shrunk 25 percent compared with the same period of 2007 due to the decline in international demand caused by the global economic crisis, local newspaper Today's Zaman reported on Saturday."
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Turkish prime minister heads to Saudi Arabia - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish prime minister heads to Saudi Arabia
ANKARA, Turkey: Turkey's prime minister is traveling to Saudi Arabia as part of his diplomatic efforts to end the violence in the Middle East.
The prime minister's office says Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday left for Saudi Arabia, his last stop in consultations over the past week. He has already visited Egypt, Syria and Jordan."
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ANKARA, Turkey: Turkey's prime minister is traveling to Saudi Arabia as part of his diplomatic efforts to end the violence in the Middle East.
The prime minister's office says Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday left for Saudi Arabia, his last stop in consultations over the past week. He has already visited Egypt, Syria and Jordan."
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DANISH FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN TURKEY
"DANISH FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN TURKEY
Abstract:
Looks at how cultural barriers presented many problems in the initial forming of many organizations' partnerships between Denmark and Turkey. Danish investments in the Turkish marketplace also suffered many casualties due to the same culture gap and Turkish family influences. Looks at the high inflation rates and political instability as contributors to unstable partnerships. There appears to be a real need for professional managers to build up strong relationships if business collaboration is to achieve mutual success. "
More:Emerald: Article Request - DANISH FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN TURKEY
Abstract:
Looks at how cultural barriers presented many problems in the initial forming of many organizations' partnerships between Denmark and Turkey. Danish investments in the Turkish marketplace also suffered many casualties due to the same culture gap and Turkish family influences. Looks at the high inflation rates and political instability as contributors to unstable partnerships. There appears to be a real need for professional managers to build up strong relationships if business collaboration is to achieve mutual success. "
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Discovering Turkey from a Jewish Perspective
"Discovering Turkey from a Jewish Perspective
By Connie Kreshtool
I didn’t know much about Turkey, never mind Jewish Turkey, when I agreed to accompany my friend Cora Carlis on a tour of the country. She was intrigued by the strategic position of Turkey and its political ramifications. It has common borders with Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Iraq, Syria and Greece and its largest city, Istanbul, straddles both Europe and Asia. I was curious about the history of the Jews in Turkey. So we arranged a trip that would satisfy both of us. This article will only describe what we found in our search for Jewish Turkey and it is only a snapshot of what was most interesting to us. I will begin from the beginning although this is not the order in which we visited the sites."
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By Connie Kreshtool
I didn’t know much about Turkey, never mind Jewish Turkey, when I agreed to accompany my friend Cora Carlis on a tour of the country. She was intrigued by the strategic position of Turkey and its political ramifications. It has common borders with Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Iraq, Syria and Greece and its largest city, Istanbul, straddles both Europe and Asia. I was curious about the history of the Jews in Turkey. So we arranged a trip that would satisfy both of us. This article will only describe what we found in our search for Jewish Turkey and it is only a snapshot of what was most interesting to us. I will begin from the beginning although this is not the order in which we visited the sites."
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A Seaside View: Volunteer works in Turkey
"A Seaside View: Volunteer works in Turkey
Bodrum - At the annual Christmas cocktail party for the foreign community in Bodrum, the mayor wished all his fellow citizens well for the season and the new year, and spoke about how fortunate the town was to have an international mixture of nationalities, culture, language and life experience with Bodrum’s new settlers."
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Bodrum - At the annual Christmas cocktail party for the foreign community in Bodrum, the mayor wished all his fellow citizens well for the season and the new year, and spoke about how fortunate the town was to have an international mixture of nationalities, culture, language and life experience with Bodrum’s new settlers."
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Bodrum hosts RSX ’09
"Bodrum hosts RSX ’09
BODRUM - Bodrum will host one of the most important events in the water sports calendar this year."
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BODRUM - Bodrum will host one of the most important events in the water sports calendar this year."
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Muğla to focus on fire fighting in 2009
"Muğla to focus on fire fighting in 2009
MUĞLA - Some 663 hectares of forest were destroyed in 347 forest fires in Muğla and surrounding districts this year that cost TL 36 million to fight, said İbrahim Aydın, Muğla Forest District Manager."
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MUĞLA - Some 663 hectares of forest were destroyed in 347 forest fires in Muğla and surrounding districts this year that cost TL 36 million to fight, said İbrahim Aydın, Muğla Forest District Manager."
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Turkey not affected by gas cut
"Turkey not affected by gas cut
MOSCOW - KIEV - Energy firms in Turkey, Hungary, Poland and Bulgaria said Friday their supplies were unaffected after Russia cut off natural gas flows to the Ukraine on Thursday over a contract dispute."
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MOSCOW - KIEV - Energy firms in Turkey, Hungary, Poland and Bulgaria said Friday their supplies were unaffected after Russia cut off natural gas flows to the Ukraine on Thursday over a contract dispute."
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Do not dilly-dally, go see works of Dali
"Do not dilly-dally, go see works of Dali
ISTANBUL - The Salvador Dali exhibit, which has been on display at the Sakıp Sabancı Museum since September, has gotten much attention from art lovers. A group of art students from Diyarbakır are among the exhibits visitors."
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ISTANBUL - The Salvador Dali exhibit, which has been on display at the Sakıp Sabancı Museum since September, has gotten much attention from art lovers. A group of art students from Diyarbakır are among the exhibits visitors."
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One of Beyoğlu’s earliest foreign embassies - Palais de Hollande
"One of Beyoğlu’s earliest foreign embassies - Palais de Hollande
ISTANBUL - The first Dutch envoy, Cornelius Haga, reached Istanbul in 1612 to negotiate the terms of trade, fiscal and legal provisions between Holland and the Ottoman Empire. The Palais de Hollande is a charming example of the elegant buildings designed in Istanbul’s Pera by foreign architects."
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ISTANBUL - The first Dutch envoy, Cornelius Haga, reached Istanbul in 1612 to negotiate the terms of trade, fiscal and legal provisions between Holland and the Ottoman Empire. The Palais de Hollande is a charming example of the elegant buildings designed in Istanbul’s Pera by foreign architects."
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Kurdish literature depts for Istanbul and Ankara
"Kurdish literature depts for Istanbul and Ankara
ISTANBUL - Both Istanbul and Ankara Universities have very experienced language departments, says YÖK President Yusuf Ziya Özcan, adding that they prefer to open Kurdish literature departments such as these in the country’s universities rather than establish an institute."
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ISTANBUL - Both Istanbul and Ankara Universities have very experienced language departments, says YÖK President Yusuf Ziya Özcan, adding that they prefer to open Kurdish literature departments such as these in the country’s universities rather than establish an institute."
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President warns against impact of 1915 apology
"President warns against impact of 1915 apology
ANKARA-The apology campaign for the events of 1915 would adversely affect the diplomatic efforts between Turkey and Armenia, says President Abdullah Gül, and the latest debates about the campaign do not help relations with Yerevan"
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ANKARA-The apology campaign for the events of 1915 would adversely affect the diplomatic efforts between Turkey and Armenia, says President Abdullah Gül, and the latest debates about the campaign do not help relations with Yerevan"
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Lack of sun harms women
"Lack of sun harms women
ISTANBUL - Contrary to most outsider views when visiting central Istanbul, Ankara or Antalya, an estimated 60 to 70 percent of women in Turkey cover their heads and bodies in observance of Islam. A respected health journal has published a small burst of research andcommentary on the health of this population - by Turkish scientists."
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ISTANBUL - Contrary to most outsider views when visiting central Istanbul, Ankara or Antalya, an estimated 60 to 70 percent of women in Turkey cover their heads and bodies in observance of Islam. A respected health journal has published a small burst of research andcommentary on the health of this population - by Turkish scientists."
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Fifty years of serving tourists
"Fifty years of serving tourists
ISTANBUL - An honorary consul general is someone who is appointed by the presidents of the countries who sends and accepts them and doesn’t receive a salary and there is no immunity but there is endless respect. And while using their material and immaterial possibilities, they try to carry out their duties in the best possible way. 'There are honorable titles that a person in life can have whether politician or businessman,' Boytüzün says."
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ISTANBUL - An honorary consul general is someone who is appointed by the presidents of the countries who sends and accepts them and doesn’t receive a salary and there is no immunity but there is endless respect. And while using their material and immaterial possibilities, they try to carry out their duties in the best possible way. 'There are honorable titles that a person in life can have whether politician or businessman,' Boytüzün says."
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Turkey embarks on diplomatic mission to achieve joint OIC policy
"Turkey embarks on diplomatic mission to achieve joint OIC policy
Ankara, 2 January – In protest against the current Israeli military offensive in the occupied and besieged Gaza Strip, a large number of Turkish parliamentarians resigned from the Turkey-Israel Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group. Concerned about the future of Israeli-Turkish military-industrial cooperation in the face of mounting popular protest demonstrations in Turkey, Turkish prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan embarked on an exploratory mission that already lead him to hold consultations with Syria and Jordan, and will continue with talks in Saudi Arabia tomorrow and with Egypt afterwards."
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Ankara, 2 January – In protest against the current Israeli military offensive in the occupied and besieged Gaza Strip, a large number of Turkish parliamentarians resigned from the Turkey-Israel Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group. Concerned about the future of Israeli-Turkish military-industrial cooperation in the face of mounting popular protest demonstrations in Turkey, Turkish prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan embarked on an exploratory mission that already lead him to hold consultations with Syria and Jordan, and will continue with talks in Saudi Arabia tomorrow and with Egypt afterwards."
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Eurovision Song Contest Moscow 2009 | News - Turkey: public believe in possible Eurovision win
"Crazy for you
Turkey: public believe in possible Eurovision win
Turkey's national broadcaster, TRT, has opened a poll for the country to assess the Turkish entry for the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest. And the results shows that people of Turkey have strong support for the song that was revealed on New Year's night."
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Turkey: public believe in possible Eurovision win
Turkey's national broadcaster, TRT, has opened a poll for the country to assess the Turkish entry for the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest. And the results shows that people of Turkey have strong support for the song that was revealed on New Year's night."
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Friday, January 02, 2009
Turkish Airlines to start four new international flights
"Turkish Airlines to start four new international flights
WEBWIRE – Friday, January 02, 2009
Turkish Airlines will launch flights to Nairobi (Kenya), Sao Paulo (Brazil), Dakar (Senegal) and Lviv (Ukraine) from Istanbul. Having flights to Beirut already five times a week, Turkish Airlines will increase flight frequency to seven days a week to capital of Lebanon. The number of flights to Ashgabat will also be increased to 10 times a week.
As a part of an expansion program Turkish Airlines will launch four new international flights from Istanbul."
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WEBWIRE – Friday, January 02, 2009
Turkish Airlines will launch flights to Nairobi (Kenya), Sao Paulo (Brazil), Dakar (Senegal) and Lviv (Ukraine) from Istanbul. Having flights to Beirut already five times a week, Turkish Airlines will increase flight frequency to seven days a week to capital of Lebanon. The number of flights to Ashgabat will also be increased to 10 times a week.
As a part of an expansion program Turkish Airlines will launch four new international flights from Istanbul."
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Turkey's Kurdish TV channel opens to mixed reviews | Reuters
"Turkey's Kurdish TV channel opens to mixed reviews
Fri Jan 2, 2009 11:31am EST
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey has launched its first 24-hour Kurdish-language TV station in what the government called a democratic new era for minority Kurds."
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Fri Jan 2, 2009 11:31am EST
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey has launched its first 24-hour Kurdish-language TV station in what the government called a democratic new era for minority Kurds."
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Thousands of Turks protest Israeli strikes on Gaza - International Herald Tribune
"Thousands of Turks protest Israeli strikes on Gaza
The Associated Press
ISTANBUL, Turkey: Turkish news agencies report that thousands of people have gathered outside mosques across the country to protest Israeli air strikes on Gaza."
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The Associated Press
ISTANBUL, Turkey: Turkish news agencies report that thousands of people have gathered outside mosques across the country to protest Israeli air strikes on Gaza."
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Turkey to extend lottery sale tender deadline
"Turkey to extend lottery sale tender deadline
By Hatice Aydogdu
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey will extend the bidding deadline in a sale tender for its national lottery by a little more than one month from Feb. 27, Privatisation Administration Chairman Metin Kilci told Reuters on Friday."
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By Hatice Aydogdu
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey will extend the bidding deadline in a sale tender for its national lottery by a little more than one month from Feb. 27, Privatisation Administration Chairman Metin Kilci told Reuters on Friday."
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Thousands demonstrate in Istanbul against Israel : Middle East World
"Thousands demonstrate in Istanbul against Israel
Ankara - Around 5,000 people gathered in Istanbul Friday to protest Israel's continued military actions in the Gaza Strip, NTV television reported. Watched by riot police on high alert, the protesters gathered near Istanbul's Beyazit Mosque following Friday prayers. Television footage showed the protesters waving Palestinian flags and holding placards denouncing Israel."
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Ankara - Around 5,000 people gathered in Istanbul Friday to protest Israel's continued military actions in the Gaza Strip, NTV television reported. Watched by riot police on high alert, the protesters gathered near Istanbul's Beyazit Mosque following Friday prayers. Television footage showed the protesters waving Palestinian flags and holding placards denouncing Israel."
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IMF delegation due in Turkey for deal talks next week - officials
"IMF delegation due in Turkey for deal talks next week - officials
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation will visit Turkey next week to lay the groundwork for a new stand-by arrangement, the Anatolian Agency reported on Friday citing officials."
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An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation will visit Turkey next week to lay the groundwork for a new stand-by arrangement, the Anatolian Agency reported on Friday citing officials."
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Oil plunges 8 percent as traders view previous gains excessive
"Oil plunges 8 percent as traders view previous gains excessive
Oil price fell below $42 a barrel in New York after some traders viewed a rally of 14 percent at the end of last year as excessive amid slumping demand."
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Oil price fell below $42 a barrel in New York after some traders viewed a rally of 14 percent at the end of last year as excessive amid slumping demand."
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Gas supply to Turkey unaffected by Russia-Ukraine dispute - official
"Gas supply to Turkey unaffected by Russia-Ukraine dispute - official
Gas supplies to Turkey were unaffected after Moscow cut off flows to Ukraine in a contract dispute, Reuters reported on Friday citing an official from Turkish Pipeline Corporation (BOTAS)."
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Gas supplies to Turkey were unaffected after Moscow cut off flows to Ukraine in a contract dispute, Reuters reported on Friday citing an official from Turkish Pipeline Corporation (BOTAS)."
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Turkish Tekstilbank sale process continuing - GSD | Reuters
"Turkish Tekstilbank sale process continuing - GSD
Fri Jan 2, 2009 5:21pm IST
ISTANBUL, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey's GSD Holding (GSDHO.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Friday the sale process for its stake in small lender Tekstilbank (TEKST.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) was continuing despite negative conditions in foreign markets."
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Fri Jan 2, 2009 5:21pm IST
ISTANBUL, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey's GSD Holding (GSDHO.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Friday the sale process for its stake in small lender Tekstilbank (TEKST.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) was continuing despite negative conditions in foreign markets."
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Taraf is Turkey's 'most courageous newspaper' | Media | guardian.co.uk
"Turkey's 'most courageous newspaper'
Taraf, a small-circulation liberal daily launched in November 2007, is currently regarded as 'Turkey's most courageous newspaper'. It may sell only 60,000 copies a day - but it has won a reputation for breaking stories that no other paper dares to touch."
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Taraf, a small-circulation liberal daily launched in November 2007, is currently regarded as 'Turkey's most courageous newspaper'. It may sell only 60,000 copies a day - but it has won a reputation for breaking stories that no other paper dares to touch."
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Germany's Turks think Germans have negative attitudes toward them
"Germany's Turks think Germans have negative attitudes toward them
A survey has revealed that Turkish people who have been living in Germany for many years think that Germans have negative misperceptions and prejudices against Turks, especially if they have dark skin."
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A survey has revealed that Turkish people who have been living in Germany for many years think that Germans have negative misperceptions and prejudices against Turks, especially if they have dark skin."
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Foreign firms to compete in Turkey's missile tender
"Foreign firms to compete in Turkey's missile tender
Eleven foreign firms will compete in Turkey's missile tender, executives of Turkey's Undersecretariat for Defense Industries said on Friday."
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Eleven foreign firms will compete in Turkey's missile tender, executives of Turkey's Undersecretariat for Defense Industries said on Friday."
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Turkey seeks additional jail term for ex-MP of pro-Kurdish party
"Turkey seeks additional jail term for ex-MP of pro-Kurdish party
A Turkish prosecutor on Friday applied to the Court of Appeals seeking an additional 45 year-sentence for 10-year jailed Leyla Zana, a former MP from the pro-Kurdish DEP."
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A Turkish prosecutor on Friday applied to the Court of Appeals seeking an additional 45 year-sentence for 10-year jailed Leyla Zana, a former MP from the pro-Kurdish DEP."
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Twelve Years After: The EU-Turkish Customs Union Revisited
"Twelve Years After: The EU-Turkish Customs Union Revisited
written by
Mustafa Kutlay
The history of Turkish-EU relations has had a quite long past going back to Ankara Agreement, which was signed in 1963. Having looked at the historical period, making a turbulent progress, Turkish-EU relations has started to gain acceleration after the second half of the 1980s, and evolved into a very different dimension with the sign of Customs Union. As known, Turkey established a Customs Union (CU) with the European Union as of January 1, 2006. In this framework, Turkey and EU have removed all barriers in front of trade excluding service and agriculture areas."
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written by
Mustafa Kutlay
The history of Turkish-EU relations has had a quite long past going back to Ankara Agreement, which was signed in 1963. Having looked at the historical period, making a turbulent progress, Turkish-EU relations has started to gain acceleration after the second half of the 1980s, and evolved into a very different dimension with the sign of Customs Union. As known, Turkey established a Customs Union (CU) with the European Union as of January 1, 2006. In this framework, Turkey and EU have removed all barriers in front of trade excluding service and agriculture areas."
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Turkey court rejects bid to halt Izgaz sale to GDF | Markets | Reuters
"Turkey court rejects bid to halt Izgaz sale to GDF
ISTANBUL, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey's top administrative court rejected a bid to halt the sale of gas distribution firm Izgaz, for which GDF Suez (GSZ.PA) made the highest bid in a tender last year, state news agency Anatolian said on Friday."
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ISTANBUL, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkey's top administrative court rejected a bid to halt the sale of gas distribution firm Izgaz, for which GDF Suez (GSZ.PA) made the highest bid in a tender last year, state news agency Anatolian said on Friday."
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First Business News: Turkey's new currency "TL" in circulation
"Turkey's new currency 'TL' in circulation
Special Report:Global Financial Crisis
ANKARA, Jan. 1 (Chinese media) -- Turkish Central Bank put into circulation the country's new currency the 'Turkish Lira' (TL) at the beginning of 2009, replacing the 'New Turkish Lira' (YTL), the semi-official Anatolia news agency"
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Special Report:Global Financial Crisis
ANKARA, Jan. 1 (Chinese media) -- Turkish Central Bank put into circulation the country's new currency the 'Turkish Lira' (TL) at the beginning of 2009, replacing the 'New Turkish Lira' (YTL), the semi-official Anatolia news agency"
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Tough UN mandate underway for Turkey
"Tough UN mandate underway for Turkey
ANKARA - Turkey’s two-year mandate on the United Nations Security Council officially commenced yesterday, in what is seen as a test of Turkish diplomacy as Turkey is seeking to become a global player."
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ANKARA - Turkey’s two-year mandate on the United Nations Security Council officially commenced yesterday, in what is seen as a test of Turkish diplomacy as Turkey is seeking to become a global player."
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State sanctions destruction of Istanbul’s Ayazağa
"State sanctions destruction of Istanbul’s Ayazağa
ISTANBUL - Pine trees in the forests of Istanbul’s Ayazağa are being felled by the state to facilitate mining in the area."
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ISTANBUL - Pine trees in the forests of Istanbul’s Ayazağa are being felled by the state to facilitate mining in the area."
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Hopes for 1 million sat-nav users in Istanbul
"Hopes for 1 million sat-nav users in Istanbul
ISTANBUL - The latest mobile satellite navigation technology has been brought to Istanbul by 'CepTrafik+,' a project that enables people to find the fastest and least congested routes through the city via their mobile phones."
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ISTANBUL - The latest mobile satellite navigation technology has been brought to Istanbul by 'CepTrafik+,' a project that enables people to find the fastest and least congested routes through the city via their mobile phones."
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Turkish 2008 imports around $201.4 bln- minister - Forbes.com
"Turkish 2008 imports around $201.4 bln- minister
01.02.09, 04:39 AM EST
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkish imports in 2008 stood at $201.4 billion, Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said in the text of a speech he was making on Friday."
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01.02.09, 04:39 AM EST
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkish imports in 2008 stood at $201.4 billion, Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said in the text of a speech he was making on Friday."
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Gaza operation strains ties with Turkey | Israel | Jerusalem Post
"Gaza operation strains ties with Turkey
By HERB KEINON
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan is skipping Israel on his current Middle East tour, not as a demonstrative act of disapproval of the IDF's Gaza Strip operation, but rather because presently he has no concrete proposal to bring here, government sources said Thursday. "
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By HERB KEINON
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan is skipping Israel on his current Middle East tour, not as a demonstrative act of disapproval of the IDF's Gaza Strip operation, but rather because presently he has no concrete proposal to bring here, government sources said Thursday. "
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Turkish president vows to eradicate PKK
"Turkish president vows to eradicate PKK
www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-02 17:13:09
ANKARA, Jan. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Abdullah Gul said his country would do everything in its power to eradicate the banned Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK), the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Friday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-01-02 17:13:09
ANKARA, Jan. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Abdullah Gul said his country would do everything in its power to eradicate the banned Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK), the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Friday."
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Turkish Dec exports fall 25 pct yr/yr -exporters - Forbes.com
"Turkish Dec exports fall 25 pct yr/yr -exporters
01.02.09, 04:29 AM EST
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkish exports fell 25 percent year-on-year in December to $7.11 billion, the Turkish Exporters Association (TIM) said on Friday, indicating a sharp slowdown in Turkey's key export markets in Europe and elsewhere."
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01.02.09, 04:29 AM EST
ANKARA, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Turkish exports fell 25 percent year-on-year in December to $7.11 billion, the Turkish Exporters Association (TIM) said on Friday, indicating a sharp slowdown in Turkey's key export markets in Europe and elsewhere."
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Turkey proposes two-stage plan to end tension in Gaza Strip
"Turkey proposes two-stage plan to end tension in Gaza Strip
Turkey, starting a two-year stint as a member of the U.N. Security Council, suggested to work on a two-stage plan in order to put an end to the current tension in Gaza Strip, the Turkish prime minister said late Thursday after meeting with the Egyptian president."
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Turkey, starting a two-year stint as a member of the U.N. Security Council, suggested to work on a two-stage plan in order to put an end to the current tension in Gaza Strip, the Turkish prime minister said late Thursday after meeting with the Egyptian president."
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Turkey launches tv channel in Kurdish
"Turkey launches tv channel in Kurdish
In what seems to be a major shift of policy, Turkish state television has launched a channel broadcasting only in Kurdish. TRT-6 went on air with traditional Kurdish dancing and a concert."
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In what seems to be a major shift of policy, Turkish state television has launched a channel broadcasting only in Kurdish. TRT-6 went on air with traditional Kurdish dancing and a concert."
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Turkey plans to start Kurdish language education in universities
"Turkey plans to start Kurdish language education in universities
Department of Kurdish language and letters would be established in two leading universities in Turkey, the chairman of the Higher Board of Education (YOK) said on Thursday."
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Department of Kurdish language and letters would be established in two leading universities in Turkey, the chairman of the Higher Board of Education (YOK) said on Thursday."
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Thursday, January 01, 2009
Islam in Europe: Denmark: Increase in 2nd generation immigrants marrying each other
"Denmark: Increase in 2nd generation immigrants marrying each other
Denmark: Increase in 2nd generation immigrants marrying each other
Second generation immigrants are marrying each other in Denmark like never before. Marriage with Danes is unacceptable in many communities."
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Denmark: Increase in 2nd generation immigrants marrying each other
Second generation immigrants are marrying each other in Denmark like never before. Marriage with Danes is unacceptable in many communities."
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Turkey's mediation efforts fail after Israel bombs over Gaza
"Turkey's mediation efforts fail after Israel bombs over Gaza
The role of Turkey, as the mediator between Syria and Israel in 2008, has failed after Israel began to bomb Gaza, killing nearly 400 Palestinians and wounded more than 1500 Gazans in six days of air strikes."
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The role of Turkey, as the mediator between Syria and Israel in 2008, has failed after Israel began to bomb Gaza, killing nearly 400 Palestinians and wounded more than 1500 Gazans in six days of air strikes."
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Turkey's EU "road map" published in Official Gazette
"Turkey's EU 'road map' published in Official Gazette
The draft program was made public by the Turkish government in August.
Thursday, 01 January 2009 11:47
The third National Program of Turkey, which is considered as a 'road map' for relations with the European Union, has taken effect after being published in the Official Gazette late Wednesday."
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The draft program was made public by the Turkish government in August.
Thursday, 01 January 2009 11:47
The third National Program of Turkey, which is considered as a 'road map' for relations with the European Union, has taken effect after being published in the Official Gazette late Wednesday."
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Turkey should promote wind, solar investment
"Turkey should promote wind, solar investment -IEA
This month Turkey's Atomic Energy Board sanctioned the technology of a Russian-Turkish consortium that was the sole bidder in a tender to build the country's first nuclear power plant."
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This month Turkey's Atomic Energy Board sanctioned the technology of a Russian-Turkish consortium that was the sole bidder in a tender to build the country's first nuclear power plant."
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Turkish prime minister hails Kurdish language TV - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish prime minister hails Kurdish language TV
ANKARA, Turkey: Turkey's prime minister has uttered a few words in the once-banned Kurdish language to hail the launch of the country's first 24-hour television channel broadcasting in Kurdish."
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ANKARA, Turkey: Turkey's prime minister has uttered a few words in the once-banned Kurdish language to hail the launch of the country's first 24-hour television channel broadcasting in Kurdish."
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Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
"Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
Seven university students died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey’s capital, Ankara, the Anatolian Agency reported on Thursday.
Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
The seven university students were found dead in their home in the Cankaya district of the Turkey’s capital, Ankara.."
Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
Seven university students died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey’s capital, Ankara, the Anatolian Agency reported on Thursday.
Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
The seven university students were found dead in their home in the Cankaya district of the Turkey’s capital, Ankara.."
Seven students die from carbon monoxide poisoning in Turkey
Turkish PM announces Gokcek as Ankara mayoral candidate
"Turkish PM announces Gokcek as Ankara mayoral candidate
The Turkish prime minister announces Melih Gokcek for the highly anticipated and debated post of Ankara mayor in the upcoming local elections on Thursday."
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The Turkish prime minister announces Melih Gokcek for the highly anticipated and debated post of Ankara mayor in the upcoming local elections on Thursday."
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Balkans 2008: The road to EU and NATO
"Balkans 2008: The road to EU and NATO
1 January 2009 | 05:57 | Информационна Агенция Фокус
European and Euro-Atlantic integration were the priority for a number of Balkan countries in 2008. Despite its efforts, Macedonia ended the year without an invitation for NATO membership and without a date for the start of its pre-accession talks for its EU membership. The negotiations for Stabilisation and Association Agreements between the EU and Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia were going at a different pace and with variable success. Montenegro filed a request for EU membership in December, while Serbia announced that it would do so in the first six months of 2009. Croatia and Turkey are in their third year of hard pre-accession negotiations. Albania and Croatia on the other hand received NATO membership invitations. Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro made serious steps towards their NATO membership."
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1 January 2009 | 05:57 | Информационна Агенция Фокус
European and Euro-Atlantic integration were the priority for a number of Balkan countries in 2008. Despite its efforts, Macedonia ended the year without an invitation for NATO membership and without a date for the start of its pre-accession talks for its EU membership. The negotiations for Stabilisation and Association Agreements between the EU and Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia were going at a different pace and with variable success. Montenegro filed a request for EU membership in December, while Serbia announced that it would do so in the first six months of 2009. Croatia and Turkey are in their third year of hard pre-accession negotiations. Albania and Croatia on the other hand received NATO membership invitations. Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro made serious steps towards their NATO membership."
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Cyprus: Checkpoint brings divided island together
"Cyprus: Checkpoint brings divided island together
Tue, Dec 30 2008
One of the world's most protracted conflicts has in recent years taken a few steps forward."
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Tue, Dec 30 2008
One of the world's most protracted conflicts has in recent years taken a few steps forward."
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Worldwide economic downswings affect ag trade; Business relationships able to be established during recent ag trade mission
"Worldwide economic downswings affect ag trade; Business relationships able to be established during recent ag trade mission
By SUE ROESLER, Farm & Ranch Guide
With the recent worldwide economic downswings and the rise in the dollar, there are challenges with agricultural trade with the U.S. right now, but Larry White, director of international agribusiness for the N.D. Trade Office, assured North Dakota producers those challenges will be worked through in the future.
“We'll work through all this. But one thing about it, wherever I've been in the world, there is not anyone who wouldn't rather be here. They like America, and its products,” White said during a quick presentation to producers in southwestern North Dakota at the Western Dakota Crops Day.
White and Les Paulson, seed dealer with Paulson Premium Seed and Conditioning in Bowman, N.D., talked about their recent trade mission to Turkey and Egypt."
More:AG Weekly Online -- Twin Falls, Idaho
By SUE ROESLER, Farm & Ranch Guide
With the recent worldwide economic downswings and the rise in the dollar, there are challenges with agricultural trade with the U.S. right now, but Larry White, director of international agribusiness for the N.D. Trade Office, assured North Dakota producers those challenges will be worked through in the future.
“We'll work through all this. But one thing about it, wherever I've been in the world, there is not anyone who wouldn't rather be here. They like America, and its products,” White said during a quick presentation to producers in southwestern North Dakota at the Western Dakota Crops Day.
White and Les Paulson, seed dealer with Paulson Premium Seed and Conditioning in Bowman, N.D., talked about their recent trade mission to Turkey and Egypt."
More:AG Weekly Online -- Twin Falls, Idaho
The Turkish option
"The Turkish option
By Zvi Bar'el
The involvement of Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan in pushing a cease-fire indicates primarily the deep-seated differences between the Syria-Hamas-Iran axis and the Egypt-Saudi Arabia-Palestinian Authority axis. These two axes that now need an external mediator still cannot agree on Hamas' status."
More:The Turkish option - Haaretz - Israel News
By Zvi Bar'el
The involvement of Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan in pushing a cease-fire indicates primarily the deep-seated differences between the Syria-Hamas-Iran axis and the Egypt-Saudi Arabia-Palestinian Authority axis. These two axes that now need an external mediator still cannot agree on Hamas' status."
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Kevin Costner to star in new THY commercial
"Kevin Costner to star in new THY commercial
Turkish Airlines (THY), Turkey's national airline, has sealed an agreement with famous actor and director Kevin Costner to film a new commercial for the company."
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Turkish Airlines (THY), Turkey's national airline, has sealed an agreement with famous actor and director Kevin Costner to film a new commercial for the company."
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Letting a Space Show Its Bones
"Letting a Space Show Its Bones
By LOUISE LEVATHES
Published: December 31, 2008
TWO years ago, Koray Duman, then a 29-year-old Turkish architect, began looking to buy an apartment in lower Manhattan, in spite of high prices and his own modest income."
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By LOUISE LEVATHES
Published: December 31, 2008
TWO years ago, Koray Duman, then a 29-year-old Turkish architect, began looking to buy an apartment in lower Manhattan, in spite of high prices and his own modest income."
More:On The Cheap - An East Village Apartment Reveals Itself - NYTimes.com
2008 busy for Turkish diplomacy amid intensified peace efforts
"2008 busy for Turkish diplomacy amid intensified peace efforts
The Turkish government had its 'golden age' in diplomacy in 2008 despite the difficulties it faced in the domestic policy."
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The Turkish government had its 'golden age' in diplomacy in 2008 despite the difficulties it faced in the domestic policy."
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Turkish President Abdullah Gul approves EU road map
"Turkish President Abdullah Gul approves EU road map
Turkey's president approved Wednesday the national program, a blueprint detailing the country's short- and long-term commitments to the European Union."
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Turkey's president approved Wednesday the national program, a blueprint detailing the country's short- and long-term commitments to the European Union."
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High tension returns to Turkish domestic affairs in 2008
"High tension returns to Turkish domestic affairs in 2008
Turkey's political scene was rife with tension in 2008 and may well be remembered as the year that had repercussions going well into 2009. Rulings handed down by the country’s top court, legal processes, and more importantly, the ruling Justice and Development Party's (AKP) policies and its leadership's rhetoric which came under the spotlight."
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Turkey's political scene was rife with tension in 2008 and may well be remembered as the year that had repercussions going well into 2009. Rulings handed down by the country’s top court, legal processes, and more importantly, the ruling Justice and Development Party's (AKP) policies and its leadership's rhetoric which came under the spotlight."
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Egyptian MPs call to ban Turkish TV serials
"Egyptian MPs call to ban Turkish TV serials
By Ramadan Al Sherbini, Correspondent
Published: December 31, 2008, 23:29
Cairo: With Turkish TV serials becoming widely popular in this predominantly Muslim nation of 80 million, Egypt's Islamist MPs are pushing for banning them on official TV."
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By Ramadan Al Sherbini, Correspondent
Published: December 31, 2008, 23:29
Cairo: With Turkish TV serials becoming widely popular in this predominantly Muslim nation of 80 million, Egypt's Islamist MPs are pushing for banning them on official TV."
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Turkish PM on Mideast tour about Gaza strikes - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish PM on Mideast tour about Gaza strikes
DAMASCUS, Syria: Leaders of Turkey and Syria called on Arab and Islamic nations Wednesday to pressure Israel to end its air offensive against Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, warning the attacks undermine Mideast peace efforts."
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DAMASCUS, Syria: Leaders of Turkey and Syria called on Arab and Islamic nations Wednesday to pressure Israel to end its air offensive against Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, warning the attacks undermine Mideast peace efforts."
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Dozens wounded in Turkey train collision
"Dozens wounded in Turkey train collision
Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:04:53 GMT
The collision of two trains in Turkey's eastern province of Sivas has resulted in no fatalities while several people sustained injuries."
More:Press TV - Dozens wounded in Turkey train collision
Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:04:53 GMT
The collision of two trains in Turkey's eastern province of Sivas has resulted in no fatalities while several people sustained injuries."
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