"Turkey’s Silent Civil War: Commanders Resign
Turkey’s silent civil war between secularists and Islamist ruling party took a new turn as top military resigned en masse. 246 officers in jail without indictment. Canada receiving new wave of refugee applications. Biblical prophecy cited."
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Sunday, July 31, 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show is looking for guests from Turkey
DO YOU LIVE IN TURKEY? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
We want to know what life is like in Turkey for a typical family and how it's different from those of us in the United States. Are you a working parent? Do both parents work? How many children do you have? What is your daily routine? What does your family typically have on their dinner table? Are there Turkish customs or traditions you follow that are unique to your family in Turkey? How do you think your life is different from typical families in the United States? Please tell us about your family, we?d love to hear from you! Please only respond if you are willing to be on international television. Please attach a family photo! Thank you!
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We want to know what life is like in Turkey for a typical family and how it's different from those of us in the United States. Are you a working parent? Do both parents work? How many children do you have? What is your daily routine? What does your family typically have on their dinner table? Are there Turkish customs or traditions you follow that are unique to your family in Turkey? How do you think your life is different from typical families in the United States? Please tell us about your family, we?d love to hear from you! Please only respond if you are willing to be on international television. Please attach a family photo! Thank you!
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Kobe Bryant doesn’t rule out playing overseas during NBA lockout - The Washington Post
"Kobe Bryant doesn’t rule out playing overseas during NBA lockout
JONATHAN ERNST/REUTERS - Among his stops in Washington, Kobe Bryant took in Saturday’s match between Barcelona and Manchester United at FedEx Field.
By Shemar Woods, Sunday, July 31, 8:33 PM
In addition to attending Saturday’s Manchester United and F.C. Barcelona exhibition on Saturday as an ambassador for Turkish Airlines, Kobe Bryant was expected to meet with executives from Besiktas this weekend in the nation’s capital to discuss playing overseas for the Turkish team during the NBA lockout."
More:Kobe Bryant doesn’t rule out playing overseas during NBA lockout - The Washington Post
JONATHAN ERNST/REUTERS - Among his stops in Washington, Kobe Bryant took in Saturday’s match between Barcelona and Manchester United at FedEx Field.
By Shemar Woods, Sunday, July 31, 8:33 PM
In addition to attending Saturday’s Manchester United and F.C. Barcelona exhibition on Saturday as an ambassador for Turkish Airlines, Kobe Bryant was expected to meet with executives from Besiktas this weekend in the nation’s capital to discuss playing overseas for the Turkish team during the NBA lockout."
More:Kobe Bryant doesn’t rule out playing overseas during NBA lockout - The Washington Post
Turkey Plans New Tactics to Curb Woman Abuse and Honor Killings
"Turkey Plans New Tactics to Curb Woman Abuse and Honor Killings
Jul 31, 2011
Jen L. Jones
In the wake of the latest honor killing and a new UN report criticizing Turkey for its high rates of woman abuse, new measures aim to reduce the violence. "
More:Turkey Plans New Tactics to Curb Woman Abuse and Honor Killings | Suite101.com
Jul 31, 2011
Jen L. Jones
In the wake of the latest honor killing and a new UN report criticizing Turkey for its high rates of woman abuse, new measures aim to reduce the violence. "
More:Turkey Plans New Tactics to Curb Woman Abuse and Honor Killings | Suite101.com
With Military Defanged, Turkey’s Leader Finds New Terrain
"Turkish Prime Minister Climbs a Higher Perch in Wake of Resignations
By ANTHONY SHADID
Published: July 30, 2011
ISTANBUL — Fifty years ago, when a populist prime minister tangled with the Turkish military, he ended up on the gallows, the mandate of three election victories little consolation. This time around, the rivalry climaxed with most of Turkey’s military command resigning simultaneously, its leader complaining of powerlessness and bad press. "
More:With Military Defanged, Turkey’s Leader Finds New Terrain - NYTimes.com
By ANTHONY SHADID
Published: July 30, 2011
ISTANBUL — Fifty years ago, when a populist prime minister tangled with the Turkish military, he ended up on the gallows, the mandate of three election victories little consolation. This time around, the rivalry climaxed with most of Turkey’s military command resigning simultaneously, its leader complaining of powerlessness and bad press. "
More:With Military Defanged, Turkey’s Leader Finds New Terrain - NYTimes.com
Turkey drawn into tough WCup qualifying group
"Turkey drawn into tough WCup qualifying group
Sunday, July 31, 2011
RIO DE JANERIO - From wire dispatches
Turkey is drawn in Group D for the qualification round of the 2014 World Cup to be held in Brasil along with the Netherlands, Hungary, Romania, Estonia and Andorra. Turkey’s Dutch coach Guus Hiddink is confident about Turkey’s chances"
More:Turkey drawn into tough WCup qualifying group - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 31, 2011
RIO DE JANERIO - From wire dispatches
Turkey is drawn in Group D for the qualification round of the 2014 World Cup to be held in Brasil along with the Netherlands, Hungary, Romania, Estonia and Andorra. Turkey’s Dutch coach Guus Hiddink is confident about Turkey’s chances"
More:Turkey drawn into tough WCup qualifying group - Hurriyet Daily News
‘Arab Spring’ a winter for Turkish contractors
"‘Arab Spring’ a winter for Turkish contractors
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ANKARA - Anatolia News Agency
The uprising in Arab countries keep on hitting Turkish construction businesses there. Some 370 projects in Libya are under risk, latest figures say"
More:‘Arab Spring’ a winter for Turkish contractors - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ANKARA - Anatolia News Agency
The uprising in Arab countries keep on hitting Turkish construction businesses there. Some 370 projects in Libya are under risk, latest figures say"
More:‘Arab Spring’ a winter for Turkish contractors - Hurriyet Daily News
Prime Minister's Push Reshapes Turkish Politics - WSJ.com
"A Prime Minister's Push Reshapes Turkish Politics
In New Era of Civilian Control, Military Takes a Back Seat
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's military and government will meet Monday in the wake of the resignations of the armed forces' top commanders, part of a new era in Turkey in which a civilian leader—Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan—is for the first time in complete control. "
More:Prime Minister's Push Reshapes Turkish Politics - WSJ.com
In New Era of Civilian Control, Military Takes a Back Seat
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's military and government will meet Monday in the wake of the resignations of the armed forces' top commanders, part of a new era in Turkey in which a civilian leader—Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan—is for the first time in complete control. "
More:Prime Minister's Push Reshapes Turkish Politics - WSJ.com
UK panel warns on Turkey EU membership
"UK panel warns on Turkey EU membership
By Helen Warrell
Turkey’s accession to the European Union would pose serious risks to the security of the EU external border and make member states more vulnerable to organised crime, a group of UK parliamentarians has warned."
More:UK panel warns on Turkey EU membership - FT.com
By Helen Warrell
Turkey’s accession to the European Union would pose serious risks to the security of the EU external border and make member states more vulnerable to organised crime, a group of UK parliamentarians has warned."
More:UK panel warns on Turkey EU membership - FT.com
UK immigration analysis needed on Turkish legal migration, say MPs
"UK immigration analysis needed on Turkish legal migration, say MPs
Home Office must assess impact of Turkish entry into EU to avoid repeat of 2004 influx of eastern European migrants"
More:UK immigration analysis needed on Turkish legal migration, say MPs | UK news | The Guardian
Home Office must assess impact of Turkish entry into EU to avoid repeat of 2004 influx of eastern European migrants"
More:UK immigration analysis needed on Turkish legal migration, say MPs | UK news | The Guardian
Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India by '12
"Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India by '12
ISTANBUL:Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India in 2012 by doubling weekly flights to 28 and adding Hyderabad as its third Indian destination."
More:Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India by '12 - The Economic Times
ISTANBUL:Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India in 2012 by doubling weekly flights to 28 and adding Hyderabad as its third Indian destination."
More:Turkish Airlines plans to expand operations in India by '12 - The Economic Times
Municipalities plan fast-break tents for Ramadan
"Municipalities plan fast-break tents for Ramadan
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
With the beginning of Ramadan,the Islamic holy month of fasting, many municipalities in Istanbul set up tents to provide breaking-meal for thousands. “People could socialize in outdoor fast-breaking dinners on the city’s streets, at concerts, theatre plays and reading fairs,” Istanbul’s Mayor Kadir Topbaş says"
More:Municipalities plan fast-break tents for Ramadan - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
With the beginning of Ramadan,the Islamic holy month of fasting, many municipalities in Istanbul set up tents to provide breaking-meal for thousands. “People could socialize in outdoor fast-breaking dinners on the city’s streets, at concerts, theatre plays and reading fairs,” Istanbul’s Mayor Kadir Topbaş says"
More:Municipalities plan fast-break tents for Ramadan - Hurriyet Daily News
Kevin Spacey comes to Istanbul for latest play
"Kevin Spacey comes to Istanbul for latest play
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL- Hürriyet Daily News
US actor Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul for five performances this October with a starring role in Shakespeare’s ‘Richard III.’ The play, which will be staged as part of the Istanbul Theater Festival, is directed by British director Sam Mendes"
More:Kevin Spacey comes to Istanbul for latest play - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL- Hürriyet Daily News
US actor Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul for five performances this October with a starring role in Shakespeare’s ‘Richard III.’ The play, which will be staged as part of the Istanbul Theater Festival, is directed by British director Sam Mendes"
More:Kevin Spacey comes to Istanbul for latest play - Hurriyet Daily News
Politicians firmly on top in Turkey after resignations of military chiefs - The National
"Politicians firmly on top in Turkey after resignations of military chiefs
Thomas Seibert
Aug 1, 2011
The Turkish chief of staff, General Isik Kosaner, left, the navy commander, Admiral Esref Ugur Yigit, centre, and the air force commander, General Hasan Aksay. General Kosaner and the commanders of the navy, the army and the air force suddenly resigned last Friday. Burhan Ozbilici / AP Photo
ISTANBUL // Turkey's government, having won an important political battle against the military that led to the resignation of top commanders last week, was brimming with self-confidence yesterday as it prepared for a four-day conference to shape the future of the country's armed forces."
More:Politicians firmly on top in Turkey after resignations of military chiefs - The National
Thomas Seibert
Aug 1, 2011
The Turkish chief of staff, General Isik Kosaner, left, the navy commander, Admiral Esref Ugur Yigit, centre, and the air force commander, General Hasan Aksay. General Kosaner and the commanders of the navy, the army and the air force suddenly resigned last Friday. Burhan Ozbilici / AP Photo
ISTANBUL // Turkey's government, having won an important political battle against the military that led to the resignation of top commanders last week, was brimming with self-confidence yesterday as it prepared for a four-day conference to shape the future of the country's armed forces."
More:Politicians firmly on top in Turkey after resignations of military chiefs - The National
Gangs make billions on sex, drugs and robbery in Turkey
"Gangs make billions on sex, drugs and robbery in Turkey
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL - Anatolia News Agency
Turkish crime economy totals at least 8 billion Turkish Liras, according to a research by an accountants’ chamber. The study supported by United Nations’ OECD figures tells that making and selling fake goods is the leading black business as drug dealing, prostitution and related human trafficking follows"
More:Gangs make billions on sex, drugs and robbery in Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 31, 2011
ISTANBUL - Anatolia News Agency
Turkish crime economy totals at least 8 billion Turkish Liras, according to a research by an accountants’ chamber. The study supported by United Nations’ OECD figures tells that making and selling fake goods is the leading black business as drug dealing, prostitution and related human trafficking follows"
More:Gangs make billions on sex, drugs and robbery in Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News
President Says 'No Gap' in Turkey's Military Command - WSJ.com
"President Says 'No Gap' in Turkey's Military Command
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's President Abdullah Gul said Saturday that the country's military was back on course with 'no gap in the chain of command,' after the chief of the general staff and top service commanders stepped down. "
More:President Says 'No Gap' in Turkey's Military Command - WSJ.com
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's President Abdullah Gul said Saturday that the country's military was back on course with 'no gap in the chain of command,' after the chief of the general staff and top service commanders stepped down. "
More:President Says 'No Gap' in Turkey's Military Command - WSJ.com
PREVIEW: Turkey set to appoint new high command - Monsters and Critics
"Turkey set to appoint new high command
By Jasper Mortimer Jul 31, 2011, 17:16 GMT
Ankara - Turkey's Cabinet will sit down with its military on Monday and try to overcome the shock of the resignation of its four highest generals by appointing a new high command as quickly as possible. "
More:PREVIEW: Turkey set to appoint new high command - Monsters and Critics
By Jasper Mortimer Jul 31, 2011, 17:16 GMT
Ankara - Turkey's Cabinet will sit down with its military on Monday and try to overcome the shock of the resignation of its four highest generals by appointing a new high command as quickly as possible. "
More:PREVIEW: Turkey set to appoint new high command - Monsters and Critics
Idyll Banter: Teens give peace a chance | Burlington Free Press | burlingtonfreepress.com
"Idyll Banter: Teens give peace a chance
6:18 AM, Jul. 31, 2011 |
Last week, beside a fireplace in a living room at the Sugarbush Inn in Warren, two teenage girls told me of their plans to raise awareness among young adults of the prevalence of violence against women. A few minutes later, along the couches near the inn's main entrance, two teenage boys outlined for me their program to encourage public schools to expand their recycling programs.
Both ideas -- only two of a dozen and a half that I heard about that day -- were inspiring. But here is what excited me the most: The two girls were visiting Vermont from Armenia. The two boys had journeyed to the Green Mountains from Turkey."
More:Idyll Banter: Teens give peace a chance | Burlington Free Press | burlingtonfreepress.com
6:18 AM, Jul. 31, 2011 |
Last week, beside a fireplace in a living room at the Sugarbush Inn in Warren, two teenage girls told me of their plans to raise awareness among young adults of the prevalence of violence against women. A few minutes later, along the couches near the inn's main entrance, two teenage boys outlined for me their program to encourage public schools to expand their recycling programs.
Both ideas -- only two of a dozen and a half that I heard about that day -- were inspiring. But here is what excited me the most: The two girls were visiting Vermont from Armenia. The two boys had journeyed to the Green Mountains from Turkey."
More:Idyll Banter: Teens give peace a chance | Burlington Free Press | burlingtonfreepress.com
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Turkey's High-Stakes Power Struggle
"Turkey's High-Stakes Power Struggle
By Soner Cagaptay
Daily Beast | Newsweek, July 29, 2011
Turkey's military has staged coups before, but never one like this week's: by resigning, they created a power gap that destabilizes the government -- and shows how much the country needs them.
The Turkish military has carried out many coups, some by force and others by decree. But never before has the military done what it did on Friday, staging an 'inverted coup' not by stepping into politics but by stepping out of its job, through a strike-style walkout by its top leadership. "
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By Soner Cagaptay
Daily Beast | Newsweek, July 29, 2011
Turkey's military has staged coups before, but never one like this week's: by resigning, they created a power gap that destabilizes the government -- and shows how much the country needs them.
The Turkish military has carried out many coups, some by force and others by decree. But never before has the military done what it did on Friday, staging an 'inverted coup' not by stepping into politics but by stepping out of its job, through a strike-style walkout by its top leadership. "
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Revolution in Istanbul / Turkish rewrite - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
"Revolution in Istanbul / Turkish rewrite
By Zvi Bar'el
For the first time in the history of modern Turkey, the military leadership quit over a disagreement with the government, rather than the government being the one to go. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan grabbed the historic opportunity that fell into his lap with both hands. Now he can definitively impose civil rule over the military, destroying one of fundamental principles of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's regime. That principle gave the army the authority to defend the foundations of the constitution, and thus also to remove governments that did not comply with Ataturk's principles. "
More:Revolution in Istanbul / Turkish rewrite - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
By Zvi Bar'el
For the first time in the history of modern Turkey, the military leadership quit over a disagreement with the government, rather than the government being the one to go. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan grabbed the historic opportunity that fell into his lap with both hands. Now he can definitively impose civil rule over the military, destroying one of fundamental principles of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's regime. That principle gave the army the authority to defend the foundations of the constitution, and thus also to remove governments that did not comply with Ataturk's principles. "
More:Revolution in Istanbul / Turkish rewrite - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
Turkey’s Headless Military
"Turkey’s Headless Military
The once all-powerful military lost its top commanders, but there seems to be little impact. Owen Matthews reports from Istanbul on the stunning change. "
More:Turkey’s Top Generals Resign: Little Impact on Turkish Politics - The Daily Beast
The once all-powerful military lost its top commanders, but there seems to be little impact. Owen Matthews reports from Istanbul on the stunning change. "
More:Turkey’s Top Generals Resign: Little Impact on Turkish Politics - The Daily Beast
Qualifying Draw Held for 2014 World Cup
"Qualifying Draw Held for 2014 World Cup
...The Netherlands, which lost last year's World Cup title match to Spain in South Africa, will face Turkey, Hungary, Romania, Estonia and Andorra. "
More:Qualifying Draw Held for 2014 World Cup « VOA Breaking News
...The Netherlands, which lost last year's World Cup title match to Spain in South Africa, will face Turkey, Hungary, Romania, Estonia and Andorra. "
More:Qualifying Draw Held for 2014 World Cup « VOA Breaking News
‘Istanbul has the best nightlife’ | Deccan Chronicle
"‘Istanbul has the best nightlife’
July 31, 2011
By Sarah Jane Dias
I don’t like to ‘over plan’ my holidays — I like having an itinerary in place, but like to go with the flow and explore different aspects of a place. There is no better way to truly discover a place than to interact with the locals. And I believe that one shouldn’t always go by what travel guides tell you."
More:‘Istanbul has the best nightlife’ | Deccan Chronicle
July 31, 2011
By Sarah Jane Dias
I don’t like to ‘over plan’ my holidays — I like having an itinerary in place, but like to go with the flow and explore different aspects of a place. There is no better way to truly discover a place than to interact with the locals. And I believe that one shouldn’t always go by what travel guides tell you."
More:‘Istanbul has the best nightlife’ | Deccan Chronicle
Editor's killing still haunts Turkey
"Editor's killing still haunts Turkey
By Robert Mahoney/CPJ Deputy Director
There's a policeman on duty these days in the lobby of the elegant apartment building that houses Agos and a receptionist behind security glass buzzes you in to the newspaper's cluttered offices. That's about the only indication that the outspoken Turkish-Armenian editor whom I interviewed here in Istanbul in 2006 was assassinated outside the front door a year later."
More:Editor's killing still haunts Turkey - Blog - Committee to Protect Journalists
By Robert Mahoney/CPJ Deputy Director
There's a policeman on duty these days in the lobby of the elegant apartment building that houses Agos and a receptionist behind security glass buzzes you in to the newspaper's cluttered offices. That's about the only indication that the outspoken Turkish-Armenian editor whom I interviewed here in Istanbul in 2006 was assassinated outside the front door a year later."
More:Editor's killing still haunts Turkey - Blog - Committee to Protect Journalists
Turkish loan reaches Libyan rebels in time for Ramadan
"Turkish loan reaches Libyan rebels in time for Ramadan
July 30, 2011
Libyan rebels late Friday said a loan from Turkey had arrived and that they hoped to reach out with food and monetary aid to fighters and their families in the west of the country during Ramadan."
More:Lebanon news - NOW Lebanon -Turkish loan reaches Libyan rebels in time for Ramadan
July 30, 2011
Libyan rebels late Friday said a loan from Turkey had arrived and that they hoped to reach out with food and monetary aid to fighters and their families in the west of the country during Ramadan."
More:Lebanon news - NOW Lebanon -Turkish loan reaches Libyan rebels in time for Ramadan
Ankara Plays Down Military Resignations
"Ankara Plays Down Military Resignations
Outgoing Turkish Chief of Staff General Isik Kosaner during a military ceremony in Ankara in August 2010
July 30, 2011
Turkey's government has sought to play down the mass resignation of top military commanders over tensions with the Islamic-rooted government.
The head of the Turkish armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, along with the heads of the ground, naval, and air forces, resigned on July 29."
More:Ankara Plays Down Military Resignations - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty © 2011
Outgoing Turkish Chief of Staff General Isik Kosaner during a military ceremony in Ankara in August 2010
July 30, 2011
Turkey's government has sought to play down the mass resignation of top military commanders over tensions with the Islamic-rooted government.
The head of the Turkish armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, along with the heads of the ground, naval, and air forces, resigned on July 29."
More:Ankara Plays Down Military Resignations - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty © 2011
American Educator and Spiritual Guidance Leader Travels to Istanbul, Turkey to Connect with Sufi Roots
"American Educator and Spiritual Guidance Leader Travels to Istanbul, Turkey to Connect with Sufi Roots
Robert Frager, Ph.D., Chair of the Spiritual Guidance M.A. Program at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) in Palo Alto, CA, has been a Sufi for over 30 years.
Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) July 30, 2011
Robert Frager, Ph.D., Chair of the Spiritual Guidance M.A. Program at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) in Palo Alto, CA, has been a Sufi for over 30 years and a Spiritual Guide in the Halveti-Jerrahi Turkish Sufi Order for over 25 years. This month Dr. Frager travels to Turkey, returning to his Sufi roots for a summit at his Order's International Center, located in Istanbul. "
More:American Educator and Spiritual Guidance Leader Travels to Istanbul, Turkey to Connect with Sufi Roots
Robert Frager, Ph.D., Chair of the Spiritual Guidance M.A. Program at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) in Palo Alto, CA, has been a Sufi for over 30 years.
Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) July 30, 2011
Robert Frager, Ph.D., Chair of the Spiritual Guidance M.A. Program at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) in Palo Alto, CA, has been a Sufi for over 30 years and a Spiritual Guide in the Halveti-Jerrahi Turkish Sufi Order for over 25 years. This month Dr. Frager travels to Turkey, returning to his Sufi roots for a summit at his Order's International Center, located in Istanbul. "
More:American Educator and Spiritual Guidance Leader Travels to Istanbul, Turkey to Connect with Sufi Roots
Turkey to pay price in new 2012 schedule? | F1 News | Jul 2011 | Crash.Net
"Turkey to pay price in new 2012 schedule?
A revised F1 calendar for next season could witness the demise of the Turkish Grand Prix, according to paddock insiders.
The Istanbul Park circuit may be a favourite among F1 drivers but, unless they can convince the local population of its finer points, the venue may disappear from a calendar already in danger of bursting under its own success."
More:Turkey to pay price in new 2012 schedule? | F1 News | Jul 2011 | Crash.Net
A revised F1 calendar for next season could witness the demise of the Turkish Grand Prix, according to paddock insiders.
The Istanbul Park circuit may be a favourite among F1 drivers but, unless they can convince the local population of its finer points, the venue may disappear from a calendar already in danger of bursting under its own success."
More:Turkey to pay price in new 2012 schedule? | F1 News | Jul 2011 | Crash.Net
Confidential data in Turkish trade figures
"Confidential data in Turkish trade figures
Author: Emre Deliveli · July 30th, 2011
There isn’t much new in the June trade balance figures, which were released yesterday:
Imports are continuing to grow more than exports…
…while a small consolation coming from monthly export growth surpassing imports, after the usual seasonality and working-day adjustment of course…"
More:EconoMonitor : EconoMonitor » Confidential data in Turkish trade figures
Author: Emre Deliveli · July 30th, 2011
There isn’t much new in the June trade balance figures, which were released yesterday:
Imports are continuing to grow more than exports…
…while a small consolation coming from monthly export growth surpassing imports, after the usual seasonality and working-day adjustment of course…"
More:EconoMonitor : EconoMonitor » Confidential data in Turkish trade figures
Turkey’s Top Military Commander’s Appointment Expected Saturday
"Turkey’s Top Military Commander’s Appointment Expected Saturday
Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at 10:00 am UTC
Turkey's entire military command has resigned amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government.
Local Turkish media said Friday the head of the armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, and the army, naval and air commanders had tendered their resignations to the government."
More:Turkey’s Top Military Commander’s Appointment Expected Saturday « VOA Breaking News
Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at 10:00 am UTC
Turkey's entire military command has resigned amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government.
Local Turkish media said Friday the head of the armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, and the army, naval and air commanders had tendered their resignations to the government."
More:Turkey’s Top Military Commander’s Appointment Expected Saturday « VOA Breaking News
Turkey's Prime Minister Appoints New Armed Forces Chief
"Turkey's Prime Minister Appoints New Armed Forces Chief
Dorian Jones | Istanbul
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has appointed the chief of the paramilitary police, Necdet Ozel, as acting head of the armed forces. The move came after Turkey's entire military command resigned Friday amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government. "
More:Turkey's Prime Minister Appoints New Armed Forces Chief | News | English
Dorian Jones | Istanbul
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has appointed the chief of the paramilitary police, Necdet Ozel, as acting head of the armed forces. The move came after Turkey's entire military command resigned Friday amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government. "
More:Turkey's Prime Minister Appoints New Armed Forces Chief | News | English
A sharp turn in military-civilian relations
"A sharp turn in military-civilian relations
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Murat Yetkin
The possibility that Gen. Işık Koşaner, the Turkish Armed Forces’ chief of General Staff, could resign had been a rumor in Ankara for sometime due to a difference of opinion with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government over the recent arrests of a number of generals and admirals, as well as over the figures that would replace them."
More:A sharp turn in military-civilian relations - Hurriyet Daily News
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Murat Yetkin
The possibility that Gen. Işık Koşaner, the Turkish Armed Forces’ chief of General Staff, could resign had been a rumor in Ankara for sometime due to a difference of opinion with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government over the recent arrests of a number of generals and admirals, as well as over the figures that would replace them."
More:A sharp turn in military-civilian relations - Hurriyet Daily News
VOA: Tension between Turkish army and govt is escalating - FOCUS Information Agency
"VOA: Tension between Turkish army and govt is escalating
30 July 2011 | 13:36 | FOCUS News Agency
Home / Southeast Europe and Balkans
Ankara. Turkey's entire military command has resigned amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government, the Voice of America comments.
Local Turkish media said Friday the head of the armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, and the army, naval and air commanders had tendered their resignations to the government."
More:VOA: Tension between Turkish army and govt is escalating - FOCUS Information Agency
30 July 2011 | 13:36 | FOCUS News Agency
Home / Southeast Europe and Balkans
Ankara. Turkey's entire military command has resigned amid escalating tensions between the secularist military and Islamic-rooted government, the Voice of America comments.
Local Turkish media said Friday the head of the armed forces, General Isik Kosaner, and the army, naval and air commanders had tendered their resignations to the government."
More:VOA: Tension between Turkish army and govt is escalating - FOCUS Information Agency
The end of the military’s dominance in Turkey? – The Express Tribune
"The end of the military’s dominance in Turkey?
By Editorial
Published: July 30, 2011
After an incremental standoff with the ruling Justice and Progress Party (AKP), Turkey’s army chief Isik Kosaner has gone down in history as resigning from his job together with the navy and air force chiefs. The AKP moved quickly to appoint a new army chief in his place, provoking rumours that a tamer phase in Turkish army’s history is about to begin."
More:The end of the military’s dominance in Turkey? – The Express Tribune
By Editorial
Published: July 30, 2011
After an incremental standoff with the ruling Justice and Progress Party (AKP), Turkey’s army chief Isik Kosaner has gone down in history as resigning from his job together with the navy and air force chiefs. The AKP moved quickly to appoint a new army chief in his place, provoking rumours that a tamer phase in Turkish army’s history is about to begin."
More:The end of the military’s dominance in Turkey? – The Express Tribune
Friday, July 29, 2011
Turkey’s ‘Inverted Coup’
"Turkey’s ‘Inverted Coup’
Turkey’s military has staged coups before, but never one like this week’s: by resigning, they created a power gap that destabilizes the government—and shows how much the country needs them. "
More:Turkish Military Leaders Resign, Leave Government in Chaos - The Daily Beast
Turkey’s military has staged coups before, but never one like this week’s: by resigning, they created a power gap that destabilizes the government—and shows how much the country needs them. "
More:Turkish Military Leaders Resign, Leave Government in Chaos - The Daily Beast
Israel’s Battered-Wife Syndrome
"Israel’s Battered-Wife Syndrome
By Michael Rubin
July 29, 2011, 2:53 pm
Press reports in both Israel and Turkey suggest that Israel is inching closer to issuing a formal apology to Turkey for Israel’s military operation last year to stop the Mavi Marmara, a Turkish ship seeking to run the Gaza blockade. Although the forthcoming UN report on the incident reportedly affirms that Israel was well within its rights under international law to stop the ship, and while Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s Islamist allies instigated the incident in order to bolster their allies in Hamas, the Netanyahu government in Israel and particularly Defense Minister Ehud Barak are urging an Israeli apology in order to preserve what’s left of the Turkey-Israel relationship."
More:Israel’s Battered-Wife Syndrome « The Enterprise Blog
By Michael Rubin
July 29, 2011, 2:53 pm
Press reports in both Israel and Turkey suggest that Israel is inching closer to issuing a formal apology to Turkey for Israel’s military operation last year to stop the Mavi Marmara, a Turkish ship seeking to run the Gaza blockade. Although the forthcoming UN report on the incident reportedly affirms that Israel was well within its rights under international law to stop the ship, and while Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s Islamist allies instigated the incident in order to bolster their allies in Hamas, the Netanyahu government in Israel and particularly Defense Minister Ehud Barak are urging an Israeli apology in order to preserve what’s left of the Turkey-Israel relationship."
More:Israel’s Battered-Wife Syndrome « The Enterprise Blog
How long can Europe stall Turkey for?
"How long can Europe stall Turkey for?
Friday, July 29, 2011
MURAT YETKİN
On membership negotiations, he doesn’t have much to say nowadays because of the vetos the Greek Cypriots and French governments have placed on Turkey’s accession chapters. Yet he keeps informing his colleagues as Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s minister of EU affairs on what else should be done to upgrade the quality of Turkish democracy, on hundreds of diverse issues from the judicial standards to ingredients in conserved food."
More:How long can Europe stall Turkey for? - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 29, 2011
MURAT YETKİN
On membership negotiations, he doesn’t have much to say nowadays because of the vetos the Greek Cypriots and French governments have placed on Turkey’s accession chapters. Yet he keeps informing his colleagues as Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s minister of EU affairs on what else should be done to upgrade the quality of Turkish democracy, on hundreds of diverse issues from the judicial standards to ingredients in conserved food."
More:How long can Europe stall Turkey for? - Hurriyet Daily News
No more cold Turkey
"No more cold Turkey
Friday, July 29, 2011
SONER ÇAĞAPTAY - MARGARET WEISS
Only recently, Washington and Ankara were at odds on key Middle East problems. Yet, today the two capitals are closely coordinating their policies on a range of issues, ranging from Syria to Libya – as a sign, U.S Secretary of State Hillary Clinton recently attended Libya Contact Group summit held by the Turks."
More:No more cold Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 29, 2011
SONER ÇAĞAPTAY - MARGARET WEISS
Only recently, Washington and Ankara were at odds on key Middle East problems. Yet, today the two capitals are closely coordinating their policies on a range of issues, ranging from Syria to Libya – as a sign, U.S Secretary of State Hillary Clinton recently attended Libya Contact Group summit held by the Turks."
More:No more cold Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Cracks Down on Outdoor Eating, Drinking | Europe | English
"Istanbul Cracks Down on Outdoor Eating, Drinking
Dorian Jones | Istanbul, Turkey
Local authorities in Istanbul have been seizing outdoor tables at local bars and cafes while customers are still eating and drinking in one city's most popular entertainment districts. Though officials claim the diners were removed because they were obstructing street traffic, some suspect a wave of conservatism has washed over the city days before the Muslim world begins celebrating Ramadan."
More:Istanbul Cracks Down on Outdoor Eating, Drinking | Europe | English
Dorian Jones | Istanbul, Turkey
Local authorities in Istanbul have been seizing outdoor tables at local bars and cafes while customers are still eating and drinking in one city's most popular entertainment districts. Though officials claim the diners were removed because they were obstructing street traffic, some suspect a wave of conservatism has washed over the city days before the Muslim world begins celebrating Ramadan."
More:Istanbul Cracks Down on Outdoor Eating, Drinking | Europe | English
Turkish Grand Prix left off provisional F1 calendar for 2012 | Sport | guardian.co.uk
"Turkish Grand Prix left off provisional F1 calendar for 2012
The Turkish Grand Prix is almost certainly off next year's Formula One calendar, with Bernie Ecclestone failing to agree a new deal with the circuit officials. The Formula One commercial rights holder has issued the teams with a new draft calendar for 2012, with Turkey omitted."
More:Turkish Grand Prix left off provisional F1 calendar for 2012 | Sport | guardian.co.uk
The Turkish Grand Prix is almost certainly off next year's Formula One calendar, with Bernie Ecclestone failing to agree a new deal with the circuit officials. The Formula One commercial rights holder has issued the teams with a new draft calendar for 2012, with Turkey omitted."
More:Turkish Grand Prix left off provisional F1 calendar for 2012 | Sport | guardian.co.uk
Turkey Posts Record $10.2 Billlion Trade Gap in June - WSJ.com
"Turkey Posts Record Trade Gap at $10.2 Billion
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—One day after Turkey's central bank chief reassured markets by predicting stable inflation and a narrowing current-account deficit, trade data released Friday showed another record trade gap for June."
More (Subscription rqd):Turkey Posts Record $10.2 Billlion Trade Gap in June - WSJ.com
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—One day after Turkey's central bank chief reassured markets by predicting stable inflation and a narrowing current-account deficit, trade data released Friday showed another record trade gap for June."
More (Subscription rqd):Turkey Posts Record $10.2 Billlion Trade Gap in June - WSJ.com
All heads of Turkish General Staff resign « The Greenroom
"All heads of Turkish General Staff resign
posted at 2:46 pm on July 29, 2011 by J.E. Dyer
According to the UK Telegraph, the Turkish top brass resigned en masse on Friday to protest the Erdogan government’s plans for a military promotions board scheduled for next week."
More:All heads of Turkish General Staff resign « The Greenroom
posted at 2:46 pm on July 29, 2011 by J.E. Dyer
According to the UK Telegraph, the Turkish top brass resigned en masse on Friday to protest the Erdogan government’s plans for a military promotions board scheduled for next week."
More:All heads of Turkish General Staff resign « The Greenroom
Turkey to export mine-resistant vehicles - UPI.com
"Turkey to export mine-resistant vehicles
Published: July 29, 2011 at 1:08 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, July 29 (UPI) -- Turkey's first indigenously produced mine resistant vehicle, the 'Kirpi,' already in service with the Turkish armed forces, will soon be exported to Afghanistan and Iraq."
More:Turkey to export mine-resistant vehicles - UPI.com
Published: July 29, 2011 at 1:08 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, July 29 (UPI) -- Turkey's first indigenously produced mine resistant vehicle, the 'Kirpi,' already in service with the Turkish armed forces, will soon be exported to Afghanistan and Iraq."
More:Turkey to export mine-resistant vehicles - UPI.com
Turkish Cypriot unionists call for support » peoplesworld
"Turkish Cypriot unionists call for support
by: Gary Bono
July 29 2011
Authorities in occupied northern Cyprus assaulted July 19th Turkish Cypriots as they peacefully protested a visit by Turkish Prime Minister Recep Erdogan. The people were not simply protesting the visit but also its purpose, which was to commemorate Turkey's 1974 invasion and partial occupation of the island. The protestors were also expressing their anger over certain ongoing negative consequences of the invasion and occupation, which include not only the expulsion of Greek Cypriots residing in northern Cyprus but also the marginalization of native Turkish Cypriots, who have been displaced by settlers imported from the Turkish mainland."
More:Turkish Cypriot unionists call for support » peoplesworld
by: Gary Bono
July 29 2011
Authorities in occupied northern Cyprus assaulted July 19th Turkish Cypriots as they peacefully protested a visit by Turkish Prime Minister Recep Erdogan. The people were not simply protesting the visit but also its purpose, which was to commemorate Turkey's 1974 invasion and partial occupation of the island. The protestors were also expressing their anger over certain ongoing negative consequences of the invasion and occupation, which include not only the expulsion of Greek Cypriots residing in northern Cyprus but also the marginalization of native Turkish Cypriots, who have been displaced by settlers imported from the Turkish mainland."
More:Turkish Cypriot unionists call for support » peoplesworld
The Turkish Military Snaps
"The Turkish Military Snaps
By Soner Cagaptay
CNN Global Public Square, July 29, 2011
Today's news of the mass resignation of Turkey's Chief of Staff, General Isik Kosaner, and the force commanders is a sign that the Turkish military, the second largest force in NATO, is snapping under the weight of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). "
More:Article or Op-Ed
By Soner Cagaptay
CNN Global Public Square, July 29, 2011
Today's news of the mass resignation of Turkey's Chief of Staff, General Isik Kosaner, and the force commanders is a sign that the Turkish military, the second largest force in NATO, is snapping under the weight of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). "
More:Article or Op-Ed
Covered bond experts give Sekerbank lukewarm welcome | Reuters
"Covered bond experts give Sekerbank lukewarm welcome
By Aimee Donnellan
Fri Jul 29, 2011 11:44am EDT
LONDON, July 29 (IFR) - Seasoned covered bond experts were unconvinced that the sell of the first ever Turkish covered bond by Sekerbank this week would lead to a substantial market emerging for the country's banks, at least in the near future. "
More:Covered bond experts give Sekerbank lukewarm welcome | Reuters
By Aimee Donnellan
Fri Jul 29, 2011 11:44am EDT
LONDON, July 29 (IFR) - Seasoned covered bond experts were unconvinced that the sell of the first ever Turkish covered bond by Sekerbank this week would lead to a substantial market emerging for the country's banks, at least in the near future. "
More:Covered bond experts give Sekerbank lukewarm welcome | Reuters
Turkey's Top Soldier Resigns
"Turkey's Top Soldier Resigns
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Isik Kosaner, retired from his post Friday in a surprise decision, the state news agency Anadolu Ajansi said, triggering a fall in the Turkish currency, the lira."
More:Turkey's Top Soldier Resigns - WSJ.com
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Isik Kosaner, retired from his post Friday in a surprise decision, the state news agency Anadolu Ajansi said, triggering a fall in the Turkish currency, the lira."
More:Turkey's Top Soldier Resigns - WSJ.com
Knocked up abroad: the baby-friendly difference | Gadling.com
"Knocked up abroad: the baby-friendly difference
by Meg Nesterov (RSS feed) on Jul 29th 2011 at 11:30AM
Just over two weeks ago, I made the leap from pregnant American in Istanbul to expat with child. My decision to have my first baby in a foreign country has been met with reactions from friends and strangers ranging from surprise and curiosity to outright disapproval. The transition to new parenthood is a strange and challenging time for nearly everyone, but living in a country that respects pregnant women and worships babies has made all the difference. While baby and child bans are being considered in many places from travel companies like Malaysia Airlines to American restaurants, Turkey remains one big baby-friendly country."
More:Knocked up abroad: the baby-friendly difference | Gadling.com
by Meg Nesterov (RSS feed) on Jul 29th 2011 at 11:30AM
Just over two weeks ago, I made the leap from pregnant American in Istanbul to expat with child. My decision to have my first baby in a foreign country has been met with reactions from friends and strangers ranging from surprise and curiosity to outright disapproval. The transition to new parenthood is a strange and challenging time for nearly everyone, but living in a country that respects pregnant women and worships babies has made all the difference. While baby and child bans are being considered in many places from travel companies like Malaysia Airlines to American restaurants, Turkey remains one big baby-friendly country."
More:Knocked up abroad: the baby-friendly difference | Gadling.com
Young girls explore femininity through football - Newsday: Everyday News for Everyday People
"Young girls explore femininity through football
NOBUKHOSI N NDLOVU, ONLINE REPORTER - Jul 29 2011 14:32
The world has just witnessed the Fifa Women’s World Cup in Germany, a spectacle promoting the advancement of football globally.
Likewise a young Turkish woman has shown how a small football club in Germany is paving the way in the development of female football."
More:Young girls explore femininity through football - Newsday: Everyday News for Everyday People
NOBUKHOSI N NDLOVU, ONLINE REPORTER - Jul 29 2011 14:32
The world has just witnessed the Fifa Women’s World Cup in Germany, a spectacle promoting the advancement of football globally.
Likewise a young Turkish woman has shown how a small football club in Germany is paving the way in the development of female football."
More:Young girls explore femininity through football - Newsday: Everyday News for Everyday People
Crisis Threat Triggers Debate in Turkey - Emerging Europe Real Time - WSJ
"Crisis Threat Triggers Debate in Turkey
By Marc Champion
The threat of a further economic crisis in the U.S. and Europe has triggered a lively domestic debate in fast growing Turkey.
A leading member of the ruling Justice and Development Party recently warned Turks to “hold on to what you’ve got. Don’t spend too much,” because another global economic crisis was coming.
Since then, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the head of Turkey’s central bank have pushed back. Mr. Erdogan said Wednesday that any crisis “would not even touch Turkey.” On Thursday, Central Bank Governor Erdem Basci told Turks to “enjoy spending.”"
More:Crisis Threat Triggers Debate in Turkey - Emerging Europe Real Time - WSJ
By Marc Champion
The threat of a further economic crisis in the U.S. and Europe has triggered a lively domestic debate in fast growing Turkey.
A leading member of the ruling Justice and Development Party recently warned Turks to “hold on to what you’ve got. Don’t spend too much,” because another global economic crisis was coming.
Since then, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the head of Turkey’s central bank have pushed back. Mr. Erdogan said Wednesday that any crisis “would not even touch Turkey.” On Thursday, Central Bank Governor Erdem Basci told Turks to “enjoy spending.”"
More:Crisis Threat Triggers Debate in Turkey - Emerging Europe Real Time - WSJ
Turkey's military chiefs resign: report
"Turkey's military chiefs resign: report
ANKARA | Fri Jul 29, 2011 12:06pm EDT
(Reuters) - The head of the Turkish armed forces General Isik Kosaner along with the heads of the ground, naval and air forces have resigned, broadcaster CNN Turk reported on Friday, apparently plunging NATO's second biggest military into disarray."
More:Turkey's military chiefs resign: report | Reuters
ANKARA | Fri Jul 29, 2011 12:06pm EDT
(Reuters) - The head of the Turkish armed forces General Isik Kosaner along with the heads of the ground, naval and air forces have resigned, broadcaster CNN Turk reported on Friday, apparently plunging NATO's second biggest military into disarray."
More:Turkey's military chiefs resign: report | Reuters
Police detain four more people in Turkish match-fixing probe
"Police detain four more people in Turkish match-fixing probe
English.news.cn 2011-07-29 19:38:05
ISTANBUL, July 29 (Xinhua) -- Four more people were detained Friday in Turkey's largest city Istanbul as part of an ongoing investigation into match-fixing scandals.
The detainees include two officials from top Turkish club Fenerbahce and a former referee, local media reported."
More:Police detain four more people in Turkish match-fixing probe
English.news.cn 2011-07-29 19:38:05
ISTANBUL, July 29 (Xinhua) -- Four more people were detained Friday in Turkey's largest city Istanbul as part of an ongoing investigation into match-fixing scandals.
The detainees include two officials from top Turkish club Fenerbahce and a former referee, local media reported."
More:Police detain four more people in Turkish match-fixing probe
Barak: We must apologize for flotilla errors - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Barak: We must apologize for flotilla errors
Series of meetings with US administration officials reinforces defense minister's view that diplomatic crisis with Ankara must be resolved. 'I don't like it, but having reasonable relations with Turkey is not a bad thing,' he explains"
More:Barak: We must apologize for flotilla errors - Israel News, Ynetnews
Series of meetings with US administration officials reinforces defense minister's view that diplomatic crisis with Ankara must be resolved. 'I don't like it, but having reasonable relations with Turkey is not a bad thing,' he explains"
More:Barak: We must apologize for flotilla errors - Israel News, Ynetnews
Kaleidoscopic Istanbul
"Kaleidoscopic Istanbul
By Matthew Asprey 29 July 2011
Forget pulling off a heist at the Topkapı Palace—here is the truly classic Istanbul swindle:
A Meandering Australian Tourist Type (Matt) finds himself trailing behind a shoe shiner in the Sultanahmet. The shoe shiner ‘unwittingly’ drops his brush and continues along the street."
More:Kaleidoscopic Istanbul < PopMatters
By Matthew Asprey 29 July 2011
Forget pulling off a heist at the Topkapı Palace—here is the truly classic Istanbul swindle:
A Meandering Australian Tourist Type (Matt) finds himself trailing behind a shoe shiner in the Sultanahmet. The shoe shiner ‘unwittingly’ drops his brush and continues along the street."
More:Kaleidoscopic Istanbul < PopMatters
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Istanbul looks to become regional fashion king
"Istanbul looks to become regional fashion king
Thursday, July 28, 2011
MELİS ALPHAN
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul Fashion Week is on its way. And this time, its mission is different: Instead of looking to the West, it is keeping its eyes on the local scene "
More:Istanbul looks to become regional fashion king - Hurriyet Daily News
Thursday, July 28, 2011
MELİS ALPHAN
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul Fashion Week is on its way. And this time, its mission is different: Instead of looking to the West, it is keeping its eyes on the local scene "
More:Istanbul looks to become regional fashion king - Hurriyet Daily News
AFP: Old boy Baros downs Liverpool in Istanbul
"Old boy Baros downs Liverpool in Istanbul
(AFP) – 3 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Former Liverpool striker Milan Baros scored twice to lead Turkish side Galatasaray to a 3-0 win over the English giants in a pre-season friendly on Thursday.
Baros hit a volley beyond Alexander Doni after eight minutes before converting with a close-range header just before half-time. Former Bolton player Johan Elmander added the third seven minutes from time."
More:AFP: Old boy Baros downs Liverpool in Istanbul
(AFP) – 3 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Former Liverpool striker Milan Baros scored twice to lead Turkish side Galatasaray to a 3-0 win over the English giants in a pre-season friendly on Thursday.
Baros hit a volley beyond Alexander Doni after eight minutes before converting with a close-range header just before half-time. Former Bolton player Johan Elmander added the third seven minutes from time."
More:AFP: Old boy Baros downs Liverpool in Istanbul
Triumphant Turkey? by Stephen Kinzer | The New York Review of Books
"Triumphant Turkey?
August 18, 2011
Stephen Kinzer
Against the backdrop of bloody upheaval in the Arab world, Turkey’s national election in June seemed a triumph of democracy. Candidates for parliament were secular and religious, pro-military and anti-military, in favor of Kurdish rights and opposed. Fifty million people were eligible to vote, and 87 percent turned out. There were no serious incidents. Votes were counted quickly and fairly."
More:Triumphant Turkey? by Stephen Kinzer | The New York Review of Books
August 18, 2011
Stephen Kinzer
Against the backdrop of bloody upheaval in the Arab world, Turkey’s national election in June seemed a triumph of democracy. Candidates for parliament were secular and religious, pro-military and anti-military, in favor of Kurdish rights and opposed. Fifty million people were eligible to vote, and 87 percent turned out. There were no serious incidents. Votes were counted quickly and fairly."
More:Triumphant Turkey? by Stephen Kinzer | The New York Review of Books
Lira Gains Most in Month on Turkish Central Bank’s Pledge to Halt Drop - Bloomberg
"Lira Gains Most in Month on Turkish Central Bank’s Pledge to Halt Drop
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Jul 28, 2011 11:37 AM ET
The lira strengthened the most in a month and bond yields declined after central bank chief Erdem Basci indicated he’s ready to take steps to halt the currency’s retreat. "
More:Lira Gains Most in Month on Turkish Central Bank’s Pledge to Halt Drop - Bloomberg
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Jul 28, 2011 11:37 AM ET
The lira strengthened the most in a month and bond yields declined after central bank chief Erdem Basci indicated he’s ready to take steps to halt the currency’s retreat. "
More:Lira Gains Most in Month on Turkish Central Bank’s Pledge to Halt Drop - Bloomberg
Turkish Central Bank injects confidence into markets
"Turkish Central Bank injects confidence into markets
Thursday, July 28, 2011
ISTANBUL – Daily News with wires
Central Bank has made no change in its yearly inflation forecast of 6.9 percent amid growing concerns of Turkish Lira losing value. The bank also sees no need for an increase in key interest rate"
More:Turkish Central Bank injects confidence into markets - Hurriyet Daily News
Thursday, July 28, 2011
ISTANBUL – Daily News with wires
Central Bank has made no change in its yearly inflation forecast of 6.9 percent amid growing concerns of Turkish Lira losing value. The bank also sees no need for an increase in key interest rate"
More:Turkish Central Bank injects confidence into markets - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey's Kurdish Conflict Takes Center Stage After Elections And Bloodshed
"Turkey's Kurdish Conflict Takes Center Stage After Elections And Bloodshed
Turkey Kurdish Party
ISTANBUL - Sometimes it helps to discuss matters openly. Yes, the 30-year-old Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) is a terrorist organization with blood on its hands. But with that said, the PKK possesses a popular appeal among Kurds in Turkey that cannot be denied."
More:Turkey's Kurdish Conflict Takes Center Stage After Elections And Bloodshed
Turkey Kurdish Party
ISTANBUL - Sometimes it helps to discuss matters openly. Yes, the 30-year-old Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) is a terrorist organization with blood on its hands. But with that said, the PKK possesses a popular appeal among Kurds in Turkey that cannot be denied."
More:Turkey's Kurdish Conflict Takes Center Stage After Elections And Bloodshed
Jamal Mecklai: Welcome to Turkey
"Jamal Mecklai: Welcome to Turkey
Jamal Mecklai / New Delhi July 29, 2011, 0:41 IST
Back from yet another visit to Turkey, the best yet. Istanbul, as ever, was glorious, confirming the words of a famous poet, who once wrote:
Each day eclipsed the previous one as we marvelled at the amazing artefacts at the Topkapi Palace, the jaw-dropping power of belief at the Blue Mosque, the conjoined history of Islam and Christianity in the Hagia Sophia, the mind-blowing Sufi Dervishes whirling, whirling in the love of God. All interspersed with raki and the most fabulous fish restaurants and lamb kebabs and the best vegetables in the world. We went fishing on Sunday on the Bosphorus and, after a hamam in the morning, left the next day for Cappadocia for more wonder. Amazing landscapes, limestone caves with seventh-century frescoes, a bizarre Valley of Imagination and a hot-air balloon ride. And, of course, this wasn’t enough, so we went to Ismir to visit my uncle and aunt who took us on their magnificent yacht, Lady J, cruising in the Aegean … like I said, each day eclipsed the previous one."
More:Jamal Mecklai: Welcome to Turkey
Jamal Mecklai / New Delhi July 29, 2011, 0:41 IST
Back from yet another visit to Turkey, the best yet. Istanbul, as ever, was glorious, confirming the words of a famous poet, who once wrote:
Each day eclipsed the previous one as we marvelled at the amazing artefacts at the Topkapi Palace, the jaw-dropping power of belief at the Blue Mosque, the conjoined history of Islam and Christianity in the Hagia Sophia, the mind-blowing Sufi Dervishes whirling, whirling in the love of God. All interspersed with raki and the most fabulous fish restaurants and lamb kebabs and the best vegetables in the world. We went fishing on Sunday on the Bosphorus and, after a hamam in the morning, left the next day for Cappadocia for more wonder. Amazing landscapes, limestone caves with seventh-century frescoes, a bizarre Valley of Imagination and a hot-air balloon ride. And, of course, this wasn’t enough, so we went to Ismir to visit my uncle and aunt who took us on their magnificent yacht, Lady J, cruising in the Aegean … like I said, each day eclipsed the previous one."
More:Jamal Mecklai: Welcome to Turkey
Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul
"Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul
Published by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 28 July 2011 16:40
Co-commissioned by and produced in association with Istanbul Theatre Festival (IKSV) & Istanbul Municipal Theatres, Athens & Epidaurus Festival, Centro Niemeyer Spain, Hong Kong Arts Festival, Kay & McLean Productions and Singapore Repertory Theatre."
More:Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul
Published by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 28 July 2011 16:40
Co-commissioned by and produced in association with Istanbul Theatre Festival (IKSV) & Istanbul Municipal Theatres, Athens & Epidaurus Festival, Centro Niemeyer Spain, Hong Kong Arts Festival, Kay & McLean Productions and Singapore Repertory Theatre."
More:Kevin Spacey will be in Istanbul
There's nothing mysterious about Turkish food
"There's nothing mysterious about Turkish food
One of the world's great cuisines happens to be one of the world's simplest"
More:The Durango Herald 07/27/2011 | There's nothing mysterious about Turkish food
One of the world's great cuisines happens to be one of the world's simplest"
More:The Durango Herald 07/27/2011 | There's nothing mysterious about Turkish food
Murder in Berlin: The Lost Honor of the Sürücü Family - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
"The Lost Honor of the Sürücü Family
Photo Gallery: The Death of Hatun Sürücü
Hatun Sürücü died in 2005 when her youngest brother shot her for the sake of their family honor. What followed was a family's self-destruction. A new documentary reconstructs the story, and interviews the murderer for the first time."
More:Murder in Berlin: The Lost Honor of the Sürücü Family - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
Photo Gallery: The Death of Hatun Sürücü
Hatun Sürücü died in 2005 when her youngest brother shot her for the sake of their family honor. What followed was a family's self-destruction. A new documentary reconstructs the story, and interviews the murderer for the first time."
More:Murder in Berlin: The Lost Honor of the Sürücü Family - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
Germany returns ancient sphinx to Turkey < German news | Expatica Germany
"Germany returns ancient sphinx to Turkey
Germany has returned a 3,500-year-old sphinx to Turkey after a war of words and the treasured sculpture is set to be reinstated at its original location, media reports said Thursday."
More:Germany returns ancient sphinx to Turkey < German news | Expatica Germany
Germany has returned a 3,500-year-old sphinx to Turkey after a war of words and the treasured sculpture is set to be reinstated at its original location, media reports said Thursday."
More:Germany returns ancient sphinx to Turkey < German news | Expatica Germany
Turkcell reports Q2 net loss, misses forecast | Reuters
"Turkcell reports Q2 net loss, misses forecast
(Reuters) - Turkey's largest mobile operator Turkcell posted a second quarter net loss, missing analysts forecasts, due to forex losses in its Belarus unit and a fine by Turkey's competition board."
More:Turkcell reports Q2 net loss, misses forecast | Reuters
(Reuters) - Turkey's largest mobile operator Turkcell posted a second quarter net loss, missing analysts forecasts, due to forex losses in its Belarus unit and a fine by Turkey's competition board."
More:Turkcell reports Q2 net loss, misses forecast | Reuters
FEATURE-Jailed journalists write for freedom in Turkey | Reuters
"FEATURE-Jailed journalists write for freedom in Turkey
By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, July 28 (Reuters) - - Dozens of Turkish journalists writing for the Tutuklu Gazete newspaper have very personal reasons to be concerned about media freedom in their EU-candidate country. They are all in jail. "
More:FEATURE-Jailed journalists write for freedom in Turkey | Reuters
By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, July 28 (Reuters) - - Dozens of Turkish journalists writing for the Tutuklu Gazete newspaper have very personal reasons to be concerned about media freedom in their EU-candidate country. They are all in jail. "
More:FEATURE-Jailed journalists write for freedom in Turkey | Reuters
CORRECT: Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged - WSJ.com
"CORRECT: Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged
('Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged' at 0739 GMT misstated the prices target in the third paragraph. The correct version follows:)
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Turkey's central bank left its inflation forecasts unchanged, while Governor Erdem Basci issued a robust defense of the bank's unorthodox monetary policy in the face of growing market skepticism. "
More:CORRECT: Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged - WSJ.com
('Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged' at 0739 GMT misstated the prices target in the third paragraph. The correct version follows:)
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Turkey's central bank left its inflation forecasts unchanged, while Governor Erdem Basci issued a robust defense of the bank's unorthodox monetary policy in the face of growing market skepticism. "
More:CORRECT: Turkey Central Bank Keeps Inflation Forecasts Unchanged - WSJ.com
Turkey's EU membership to end hatred, racism
"Title: Turkey's EU membership to end hatred, racism
Ankara - Turkish European Union Minister Egemen Bagis has said Turkey's EU membership would put an end to the feelings of hatred and racism which lay beneath last week's violent attacks in Norway.
Speaking to AA, Bagis said as much as the attacks in Norway had shown the importance of the fight against terrorism, they had also exposed the escalating racism and xenophobia in Europe. "
More:BuaNews Online homepage
Ankara - Turkish European Union Minister Egemen Bagis has said Turkey's EU membership would put an end to the feelings of hatred and racism which lay beneath last week's violent attacks in Norway.
Speaking to AA, Bagis said as much as the attacks in Norway had shown the importance of the fight against terrorism, they had also exposed the escalating racism and xenophobia in Europe. "
More:BuaNews Online homepage
Istanbul Design Biennial
"Istanbul Design Biennial
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and the Arts (İKSV), will present the first Istanbul Design Biennial, which will take place from October 13 to December 16, 2012.
The Istanbul Design Biennial will explore a wide range of fields, from urban to architecture, interior, industrial, graphic, fashion, textile and new media design. Exhibitions, thematic installations, workshops, seminars and presentations will take place throughout Istanbul, linked by the unifying theme of the first biennial: Imperfection."
More:Theme: Imperfection / e-flux
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and the Arts (İKSV), will present the first Istanbul Design Biennial, which will take place from October 13 to December 16, 2012.
The Istanbul Design Biennial will explore a wide range of fields, from urban to architecture, interior, industrial, graphic, fashion, textile and new media design. Exhibitions, thematic installations, workshops, seminars and presentations will take place throughout Istanbul, linked by the unifying theme of the first biennial: Imperfection."
More:Theme: Imperfection / e-flux
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Saint-Gobain Expands its Plasterboard Business in Turkey - PR Newswire - sacbee.com
"Saint-Gobain Expands its Plasterboard Business in Turkey
By Saint-Gobain
Published: Wednesday, Jul. 27, 2011 - 2:15 pm
Saint-Gobain, through its Gypsum Activity, today completed the acquisition of Doganer, a Turkish manufacturer of plaster and plasterboard. The company is located 50 km southeast of Ankara, where it operates a plant with an annual production capacity of 500,000 tonnes of plaster and 12 million square meters of plasterboard. "
More:Saint-Gobain Expands its Plasterboard Business in Turkey - PR Newswire - sacbee.com
By Saint-Gobain
Published: Wednesday, Jul. 27, 2011 - 2:15 pm
Saint-Gobain, through its Gypsum Activity, today completed the acquisition of Doganer, a Turkish manufacturer of plaster and plasterboard. The company is located 50 km southeast of Ankara, where it operates a plant with an annual production capacity of 500,000 tonnes of plaster and 12 million square meters of plasterboard. "
More:Saint-Gobain Expands its Plasterboard Business in Turkey - PR Newswire - sacbee.com
How can the PKK problem be managed? Lessons learned from Erdoğan
"How can the PKK problem be managed? Lessons learned from Erdoğan
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
NİHAT ALİ ÖZCAN
Since 1972, Turkey has been struggling against the Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, that has the desire to found “an independent Kurdish state.” The problem is quite sophisticated and can be examined from different perspectives such as ethnicity, human rights and insurgency."
More:How can the PKK problem be managed? Lessons learned from Erdoğan - Hurriyet Daily News
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
NİHAT ALİ ÖZCAN
Since 1972, Turkey has been struggling against the Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, that has the desire to found “an independent Kurdish state.” The problem is quite sophisticated and can be examined from different perspectives such as ethnicity, human rights and insurgency."
More:How can the PKK problem be managed? Lessons learned from Erdoğan - Hurriyet Daily News
Relief shows chariot race in ancient times
"Relief shows chariot race in ancient times
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
MUĞLA - Anatolia News Agency
A relief depicting a 2,000-year-old chariot race scene and new gladiator names has been discovered at an archeological dig in Muğla, proving the area was an important center for sporting events."
More:Relief shows chariot race in ancient times - Hurriyet Daily News
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
MUĞLA - Anatolia News Agency
A relief depicting a 2,000-year-old chariot race scene and new gladiator names has been discovered at an archeological dig in Muğla, proving the area was an important center for sporting events."
More:Relief shows chariot race in ancient times - Hurriyet Daily News
Rising rates of women’s suicides ring alarm bells in Şanlıurfa
"Rising rates of women’s suicides ring alarm bells in Şanlıurfa
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
IŞIL EĞRİKAVUK
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
The number of suicide cases, particularly among young women, has risen dramatically in the southeastern province of Şanlıurfa, according to a local journalist who cites family pressure as a major cause."
More:Rising rates of women’s suicides ring alarm bells in Şanlıurfa - Hurriyet Daily News
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
IŞIL EĞRİKAVUK
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
The number of suicide cases, particularly among young women, has risen dramatically in the southeastern province of Şanlıurfa, according to a local journalist who cites family pressure as a major cause."
More:Rising rates of women’s suicides ring alarm bells in Şanlıurfa - Hurriyet Daily News
Silvan commanders removed over attack
"Silvan commanders removed over attack
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
ANKARA- Hürriyet Daily News
Some gendarmerie commanders have been relieved of their duties or stationed elsewhere following the Silvan terrorist attacks, but the number of commanders in question is “not important,” Interior Minister İdris Naim Şahin said Wednesday."
More:Silvan commanders removed over attack - Hurriyet Daily News
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
ANKARA- Hürriyet Daily News
Some gendarmerie commanders have been relieved of their duties or stationed elsewhere following the Silvan terrorist attacks, but the number of commanders in question is “not important,” Interior Minister İdris Naim Şahin said Wednesday."
More:Silvan commanders removed over attack - Hurriyet Daily News
RwandAir and Turkish To Codeshare Turkish announces April 2012 flights to Kigali - eTurboNews.com
"Turkish announces April 2012 flights to Kigali
By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN | Jul 26, 2011
(eTN) - Turkish Airlines (THY) announced yesterday its intention to begin flights between Istanbul and Kigali by April of next year. The information was given in Kigali by the THY Chief Executive, Dr. Temel Kotil, when he met with the President of the Republic of Rwanda, Paul Kagame. "
More:RwandAir and Turkish To Codeshare Turkish announces April 2012 flights to Kigali - eTurboNews.com
By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN | Jul 26, 2011
(eTN) - Turkish Airlines (THY) announced yesterday its intention to begin flights between Istanbul and Kigali by April of next year. The information was given in Kigali by the THY Chief Executive, Dr. Temel Kotil, when he met with the President of the Republic of Rwanda, Paul Kagame. "
More:RwandAir and Turkish To Codeshare Turkish announces April 2012 flights to Kigali - eTurboNews.com
News.Az - US Turks and Azeris oppose congressman's pro-Armenian comments
"US Turks and Azeris oppose congressman's pro-Armenian comments
Wed 27 July 2011 07:22 GMT | 3:22 Local Time
Robert Dold
US Turks and Azeris stand against Congressman Dold’s pro-Armenian affirmations.
American Azerbaijanis and Turks have yet another challenge to face this summer – another US Congress member tries to pursue pro-Armenian issues in the House of Representatives."
More:News.Az - US Turks and Azeris oppose congressman's pro-Armenian comments
Wed 27 July 2011 07:22 GMT | 3:22 Local Time
Robert Dold
US Turks and Azeris stand against Congressman Dold’s pro-Armenian affirmations.
American Azerbaijanis and Turks have yet another challenge to face this summer – another US Congress member tries to pursue pro-Armenian issues in the House of Representatives."
More:News.Az - US Turks and Azeris oppose congressman's pro-Armenian comments
PressTV - 'Iran, Turkey trade value to hit $15bn'
"'Iran, Turkey trade value to hit $15bn'
Wed Jul 27, 2011 5:4AM GMT
The value of trade between Iran and Turkey is expected to surpass 15 billion dollars this year, says Iran's Ambassador to Ankara Bahman Hosseinpour.
Hosseinpour added that the value of trade ties between the two neighbors reached about 11 billion dollars in 2010 from seven billion dollars in 2008, Mehr news agency reported.
He further noted that the Tehran-Ankara trade volume increased by 74 percent in the first quarter of the current year compared with the same period last year. "
More:PressTV - 'Iran, Turkey trade value to hit $15bn'
Wed Jul 27, 2011 5:4AM GMT
The value of trade between Iran and Turkey is expected to surpass 15 billion dollars this year, says Iran's Ambassador to Ankara Bahman Hosseinpour.
Hosseinpour added that the value of trade ties between the two neighbors reached about 11 billion dollars in 2010 from seven billion dollars in 2008, Mehr news agency reported.
He further noted that the Tehran-Ankara trade volume increased by 74 percent in the first quarter of the current year compared with the same period last year. "
More:PressTV - 'Iran, Turkey trade value to hit $15bn'
Sarkozy condemns Erdogan’s statements, says President
"Sarkozy condemns Erdogan’s statements, says President
CEM BARBER / FG ONLINE
• Wed, Jul 27, 2011
President Demetris Christofias said that French President Nicolas Sarkozy has condemned Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's statements and stance during his recent illegal visit to Cyprus' Turkish occupied areas. "
More:Sarkozy condemns Erdogan’s statements, says President
CEM BARBER / FG ONLINE
• Wed, Jul 27, 2011
President Demetris Christofias said that French President Nicolas Sarkozy has condemned Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's statements and stance during his recent illegal visit to Cyprus' Turkish occupied areas. "
More:Sarkozy condemns Erdogan’s statements, says President
TURKEY – CYPRUS – EU Crisis in the relationship between Erdogan and Europe | Spero News
"TURKEY – CYPRUS – EU Crisis in the relationship between Erdogan and Europe
Domestic and international factors are behind the Turkish leader’s decision to suspend cooperation with the European Union during the Cypriot presidency. Ankara wants to use its role as a powerful played in an energy-rich region."
More:TURKEY – CYPRUS – EU Crisis in the relationship between Erdogan and Europe | Spero News
Domestic and international factors are behind the Turkish leader’s decision to suspend cooperation with the European Union during the Cypriot presidency. Ankara wants to use its role as a powerful played in an energy-rich region."
More:TURKEY – CYPRUS – EU Crisis in the relationship between Erdogan and Europe | Spero News
Iftar dinners are exceptional at Dedeman Istanbul
"Iftar dinners are exceptional at Dedeman Istanbul
Published by Ozgur Tore
Wednesday, 27 July 2011 12:04
The month of Ramadan which brings richness, peace and happiness, is being welcomed with excitement at Dedeman Istanbul.
Besides its rich İftar buffet, Dedeman Istanbul is hosting its guests with a special menu of the delicious Blacksea Cuisine. Meanwhile, Dedeman Istanbul will make a donation to the Turkish Foundation for Children in Need on behalf of every guest that dines in Dedeman Istanbul during Ramadan."
More:Iftar dinners are exceptional at Dedeman Istanbul
Published by Ozgur Tore
Wednesday, 27 July 2011 12:04
The month of Ramadan which brings richness, peace and happiness, is being welcomed with excitement at Dedeman Istanbul.
Besides its rich İftar buffet, Dedeman Istanbul is hosting its guests with a special menu of the delicious Blacksea Cuisine. Meanwhile, Dedeman Istanbul will make a donation to the Turkish Foundation for Children in Need on behalf of every guest that dines in Dedeman Istanbul during Ramadan."
More:Iftar dinners are exceptional at Dedeman Istanbul
Almost 100 Russians tourists poisoned in Turkey | World | RIA Novosti
"Almost 100 Russians tourists poisoned in Turkey
Almost 100 Russian tourists have received medical assistance after suspected food poisoning in the Turkish resort city of Alanya, officials said on Wednesday."
More:Almost 100 Russians tourists poisoned in Turkey | World | RIA Novosti
Almost 100 Russian tourists have received medical assistance after suspected food poisoning in the Turkish resort city of Alanya, officials said on Wednesday."
More:Almost 100 Russians tourists poisoned in Turkey | World | RIA Novosti
Mission Journal: Media under growing pressure in Turkey - Blog - Committee to Protect Journalists
"Mission Journal: Media under growing pressure in Turkey
By Robert Mahoney/CPJ Deputy Director
Turkey is awash in media. The newsstands of Istanbul are buried under some 35 dailies of every format and political stripe. The airwaves are thick with TV channels and Internet penetration is tracking an economy growing at Chinese speed. Yet quantity does not equal quality. Nor does the array of titles mean diversity and freedom of expression is blossoming in a country that is seeking to join the European Union. "
More:Mission Journal: Media under growing pressure in Turkey - Blog - Committee to Protect Journalists
By Robert Mahoney/CPJ Deputy Director
Turkey is awash in media. The newsstands of Istanbul are buried under some 35 dailies of every format and political stripe. The airwaves are thick with TV channels and Internet penetration is tracking an economy growing at Chinese speed. Yet quantity does not equal quality. Nor does the array of titles mean diversity and freedom of expression is blossoming in a country that is seeking to join the European Union. "
More:Mission Journal: Media under growing pressure in Turkey - Blog - Committee to Protect Journalists
TV host's resignation sparks debate on self-censorship, media freedom (SETimes.com)
"TV host's resignation sparks debate on self-censorship, media freedom
27/07/2011
According to journalists, self-censorship may be a bigger problem than censorship.
Banu Guven, a 14-year news correspondent of NTV, resigned this month over what she views as excessive censorship -- and self-censorship -- in the Turkish media. Guven's announcement reverberated through the media world as she wrote on Twitter, 'There is no field left at NTV that will allow me to continue to do my job in the way I have until now. As a natural result, our roads have parted.' "
More:TV host's resignation sparks debate on self-censorship, media freedom (SETimes.com)
27/07/2011
According to journalists, self-censorship may be a bigger problem than censorship.
Banu Guven, a 14-year news correspondent of NTV, resigned this month over what she views as excessive censorship -- and self-censorship -- in the Turkish media. Guven's announcement reverberated through the media world as she wrote on Twitter, 'There is no field left at NTV that will allow me to continue to do my job in the way I have until now. As a natural result, our roads have parted.' "
More:TV host's resignation sparks debate on self-censorship, media freedom (SETimes.com)
AFP: Syrians convene in Turkey to discuss regime change
"Syrians convene in Turkey to discuss regime change
(AFP) – 4 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Some 200 youth activists who oppose Syria's regime opened a four-day meeting in Istanbul Wednesday, hoping to improve coordination among the groups working to topple President Bashar al-Assad.
The group that includes Syrians living in the country, as well as in the United States, Europe and Saudi Arabia, are united in 'trying to bring together the new Syria,' said Banah Ghadbian, a 17-year-old Syrian-American."
More:AFP: Syrians convene in Turkey to discuss regime change
(AFP) – 4 hours ago
ISTANBUL — Some 200 youth activists who oppose Syria's regime opened a four-day meeting in Istanbul Wednesday, hoping to improve coordination among the groups working to topple President Bashar al-Assad.
The group that includes Syrians living in the country, as well as in the United States, Europe and Saudi Arabia, are united in 'trying to bring together the new Syria,' said Banah Ghadbian, a 17-year-old Syrian-American."
More:AFP: Syrians convene in Turkey to discuss regime change
Turkish PM vows to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan -- Shanghai Daily | 上海日报 -- English Window to China New
"Turkish PM vows to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan
Source: XINHUA | 2011-7-27 | ONLINE EDITION
ANKARA, July 27 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday that Turkey aimed to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:Turkish PM vows to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan -- Shanghai Daily | 上海日报 -- English Window to China New
Source: XINHUA | 2011-7-27 | ONLINE EDITION
ANKARA, July 27 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday that Turkey aimed to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:Turkish PM vows to strengthen existing strategic partnership with Azerbaijan -- Shanghai Daily | 上海日报 -- English Window to China New
Turkey warns it may buy nuclear tech from another country if Japan doesn't clarify stance - The Mainichi Daily News
"Turkey warns it may buy nuclear tech from another country if Japan doesn't clarify stance
Turkey has recently warned that unless the Japanese government clarifies its position on exporting nuclear power plants, from the end of the month Turkey might open up discussions with other countries on buying nuclear plant technology."
More:Turkey warns it may buy nuclear tech from another country if Japan doesn't clarify stance - The Mainichi Daily News
Turkey has recently warned that unless the Japanese government clarifies its position on exporting nuclear power plants, from the end of the month Turkey might open up discussions with other countries on buying nuclear plant technology."
More:Turkey warns it may buy nuclear tech from another country if Japan doesn't clarify stance - The Mainichi Daily News
Global Insider: Cyprus Peace Talks
"Global Insider: Cyprus Peace Talks
By The Editors | 27 Jul 2011
Earlier this month, U.N.-led negotiations between Cyprus and Turkish Cyprus on the status of the divided island ended without any significant breakthroughs. In an email interview, Michális S. Michael, deputy director of the Center for Dialogue at La Trobe University, discussed the Cyprus talks."
More:Trend Lines | Global Insider: Cyprus Peace Talks
By The Editors | 27 Jul 2011
Earlier this month, U.N.-led negotiations between Cyprus and Turkish Cyprus on the status of the divided island ended without any significant breakthroughs. In an email interview, Michális S. Michael, deputy director of the Center for Dialogue at La Trobe University, discussed the Cyprus talks."
More:Trend Lines | Global Insider: Cyprus Peace Talks
PACE delegation congratulates the Turkish authorities for their quick reponse
"PACE delegation congratulates the Turkish authorities for their quick reponse
27/07/2011 08:33 (01:39 minutes ago)
The FINANCIAL -- Strasbourg, 27.07.2011 – At the end of a one-day visit to the Hatay region in Turkey on 26 July, a four-member delegation from the Committee on Migration, Refugees and Population of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), headed by Christopher Chope (United Kingdom, EDG), stated that “the Turkish authorities must be congratulated for their quick response to the situation'. "
More:The FINANCIAL - PACE delegation congratulates the Turkish authorities for their quick reponse
27/07/2011 08:33 (01:39 minutes ago)
The FINANCIAL -- Strasbourg, 27.07.2011 – At the end of a one-day visit to the Hatay region in Turkey on 26 July, a four-member delegation from the Committee on Migration, Refugees and Population of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), headed by Christopher Chope (United Kingdom, EDG), stated that “the Turkish authorities must be congratulated for their quick response to the situation'. "
More:The FINANCIAL - PACE delegation congratulates the Turkish authorities for their quick reponse
Turkey/OIC-Somalia: meeting of OIC Relief Organizations Alliance in Istanbul to discuss coordination of Relief endeavor in Somalia
"Turkey/OIC-Somalia: meeting of OIC Relief Organizations Alliance in Istanbul to discuss coordination of Relief endeavor in Somalia
By
IINA
– July 27, 2011Posted in: News
ISTANBUL, Shaaban 26/July 27 (IINA)-The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Prof Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu will chair the meeting of the Alliance of OIC Relief Organizations which will be held in Istanbul on Thursday, 28 July 2011."
More:Turkey/OIC-Somalia: meeting of OIC Relief Organizations Alliance in Istanbul to discuss coordination of Relief endeavor in Somalia
By
IINA
– July 27, 2011Posted in: News
ISTANBUL, Shaaban 26/July 27 (IINA)-The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Prof Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu will chair the meeting of the Alliance of OIC Relief Organizations which will be held in Istanbul on Thursday, 28 July 2011."
More:Turkey/OIC-Somalia: meeting of OIC Relief Organizations Alliance in Istanbul to discuss coordination of Relief endeavor in Somalia
MinnPost - Istanbul slums are razed to make way for high-end developments
"Istanbul slums are razed to make way for high-end developments
By Nichole Sobecki
ISTANBUL, Turkey — For the second time, Zemine Demir is fighting for her home.
“We were forced from our village and came here,” said Demir, an animated, Kurdish woman with eyeliner smudged beneath tired eyes. “Now we are being kicked out again.”"
More:MinnPost - Istanbul slums are razed to make way for high-end developments
By Nichole Sobecki
ISTANBUL, Turkey — For the second time, Zemine Demir is fighting for her home.
“We were forced from our village and came here,” said Demir, an animated, Kurdish woman with eyeliner smudged beneath tired eyes. “Now we are being kicked out again.”"
More:MinnPost - Istanbul slums are razed to make way for high-end developments
Investors Look to Unlock Turkish Riddle - WSJ.com
"Investors Look to Unlock Turkish Riddle
BY JOE PARKINSON
ISTANBUL—Turkish central bank Governor Erdem Basci is to deliver his quarterly inflation report on Thursday as investors' patience with his unorthodox monetary policy is wearing thin.
On Monday, mounting investor nerves over U.S. and euro-zone debt woes combined with the governor's persistently dovish stance to spark a dramatic selloff of Turkish assets, prompting the bank to suspended its daily dollar-buying auctions and cut reserve requirements on one-year foreign-exchange deposits."
More:Investors Look to Unlock Turkish Riddle - WSJ.com
BY JOE PARKINSON
ISTANBUL—Turkish central bank Governor Erdem Basci is to deliver his quarterly inflation report on Thursday as investors' patience with his unorthodox monetary policy is wearing thin.
On Monday, mounting investor nerves over U.S. and euro-zone debt woes combined with the governor's persistently dovish stance to spark a dramatic selloff of Turkish assets, prompting the bank to suspended its daily dollar-buying auctions and cut reserve requirements on one-year foreign-exchange deposits."
More:Investors Look to Unlock Turkish Riddle - WSJ.com
Eunuch makes perfect 19th century Turkish detective | Reuters
"Eunuch makes perfect 19th century Turkish detective
By Martin Roberts
GIJON, Spain | Wed Jul 27, 2011 6:52pm IST
(Reuters Life!) - Only a eunuch could have worked as a detective in 1830s Istanbul at the heart of the then-Ottoman Empire, says British author Jason Goodwin."
More:Eunuch makes perfect 19th century Turkish detective | Reuters
By Martin Roberts
GIJON, Spain | Wed Jul 27, 2011 6:52pm IST
(Reuters Life!) - Only a eunuch could have worked as a detective in 1830s Istanbul at the heart of the then-Ottoman Empire, says British author Jason Goodwin."
More:Eunuch makes perfect 19th century Turkish detective | Reuters
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Turkish tourism boom
"Turkish tourism boom
By Constanze Letsch
THE ‘Arab Spring’ is fuelling a Turkish summer as Saudis, Kuwaitis and other tourists from the Gulf states who would have previously spent summers in Syria or Egypt look further north."
More:Turkish tourism boom | Opinion | DAWN.COM
By Constanze Letsch
THE ‘Arab Spring’ is fuelling a Turkish summer as Saudis, Kuwaitis and other tourists from the Gulf states who would have previously spent summers in Syria or Egypt look further north."
More:Turkish tourism boom | Opinion | DAWN.COM
Turkey Takes Steps to Stem Violence Against Women | Europe | English
"Turkey Takes Steps to Stem Violence Against Women
Dorian Jones | Istanbul
The Turkish government is under growing pressure to stem domestic violence. According to the last official figures in 2009, 953 women were murdered in Turkey, most of them by their husbands. But, a growing public outcry is forcing the government into action."
More:Turkey Takes Steps to Stem Violence Against Women | Europe | English
Dorian Jones | Istanbul
The Turkish government is under growing pressure to stem domestic violence. According to the last official figures in 2009, 953 women were murdered in Turkey, most of them by their husbands. But, a growing public outcry is forcing the government into action."
More:Turkey Takes Steps to Stem Violence Against Women | Europe | English
Turkey 2020
"Turkey 2020
By Soner Cagaptay et al.
CGA Scenarios, Spring 2011
On May 21, 2011, Washington Institute Turkish Research Program director Soner Cagaptay joined a group of leading experts on Turkey at NYU's Center for Global Affairs in a dialogue on likely scenarios for the future of Turkey to the year 2020. Their objective was to identify and develop three plausible, distinct, and consequential scenarios that merit the attention of U.S. policymakers. "
More:Article or Op-Ed
By Soner Cagaptay et al.
CGA Scenarios, Spring 2011
On May 21, 2011, Washington Institute Turkish Research Program director Soner Cagaptay joined a group of leading experts on Turkey at NYU's Center for Global Affairs in a dialogue on likely scenarios for the future of Turkey to the year 2020. Their objective was to identify and develop three plausible, distinct, and consequential scenarios that merit the attention of U.S. policymakers. "
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TURKISH TRAVELING TALES
"TURKISH TRAVELING TALES
07/26/2011 19:46:00 Etc/GMT+1
By Bevan Springer, New York Amsterdam News
ISTANBUL, Turkey (July 21, 2010) - After a few days checking out air fares from New York to Turkey, I grabbed a relatively inexpensive flight from JFK to Istanbul over the weekend."
More:Anguilla News - Local & Regional by AnguillaLNT a SMG Product - TURKISH TRAVELING TALES
07/26/2011 19:46:00 Etc/GMT+1
By Bevan Springer, New York Amsterdam News
ISTANBUL, Turkey (July 21, 2010) - After a few days checking out air fares from New York to Turkey, I grabbed a relatively inexpensive flight from JFK to Istanbul over the weekend."
More:Anguilla News - Local & Regional by AnguillaLNT a SMG Product - TURKISH TRAVELING TALES
Istanbul markets, bazaars prepare for Ramadan
"Istanbul markets, bazaars prepare for Ramadan
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Prices for staple iftar foods promise to remain unchanged this year as Turks prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, which begins next Monday."
More:Istanbul markets, bazaars prepare for Ramadan - Hurriyet Daily News
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Prices for staple iftar foods promise to remain unchanged this year as Turks prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, which begins next Monday."
More:Istanbul markets, bazaars prepare for Ramadan - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey, Iran ramp up anti-terror fights
"Turkey, Iran ramp up anti-terror fights
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
ANKARA
Increasing acts of violence by outlawed Kurdish organizations in the region have pushed Turkey and Iran to conduct separate operations on the Iraqi border, which has witnessed serious clashes between Iranian forces and militant groups."
More:Turkey, Iran ramp up anti-terror fights - Hurriyet Daily News
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
ANKARA
Increasing acts of violence by outlawed Kurdish organizations in the region have pushed Turkey and Iran to conduct separate operations on the Iraqi border, which has witnessed serious clashes between Iranian forces and militant groups."
More:Turkey, Iran ramp up anti-terror fights - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Airlines Completes Renovation of CIP Lounge
"Turkish Airlines Completes Renovation of CIP Lounge
by June Winstead (SkyClub News) July 26th, 2011
Business Class passengers traveling with Turkish Airlines can now relax in a new and improved CIP Lounge at Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline completed the renovation and expansion of the lounge last week and held a ceremony to mark the occasion. The CIP Lounge is available to Business Class passengersMiles&Smiles Elite, Elite Plus card holders and Star Alliance Gold membership card holders."
More:Turkish Airlines Completes Renovation of CIP Lounge
by June Winstead (SkyClub News) July 26th, 2011
Business Class passengers traveling with Turkish Airlines can now relax in a new and improved CIP Lounge at Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline completed the renovation and expansion of the lounge last week and held a ceremony to mark the occasion. The CIP Lounge is available to Business Class passengersMiles&Smiles Elite, Elite Plus card holders and Star Alliance Gold membership card holders."
More:Turkish Airlines Completes Renovation of CIP Lounge
Turkish cancer villages warn of epidemic to come along North Dakota’s roads | Not Exactly Rocket Science | Discover Magazine
"Turkish cancer villages warn of epidemic to come along North Dakota’s roads
In Dunn County, North Dakota, the roads are paved with a unique danger. Over 300 miles of them are covered with gravel taken from the local North Killdeer Mountains. This rock is rich in a mineral called erionite that behaves not unlike asbestos. Both cause cancer, but according to animal studies, erionite is anywhere from 200 to 800 times more effective at it than its more famous counterpart."
More:Turkish cancer villages warn of epidemic to come along North Dakota’s roads | Not Exactly Rocket Science | Discover Magazine
In Dunn County, North Dakota, the roads are paved with a unique danger. Over 300 miles of them are covered with gravel taken from the local North Killdeer Mountains. This rock is rich in a mineral called erionite that behaves not unlike asbestos. Both cause cancer, but according to animal studies, erionite is anywhere from 200 to 800 times more effective at it than its more famous counterpart."
More:Turkish cancer villages warn of epidemic to come along North Dakota’s roads | Not Exactly Rocket Science | Discover Magazine
Lifeline: Turkey supplies at least $10M in fuel to east Libya
"Lifeline: Turkey supplies at least $10M in fuel to east Libya
July 26, 2011
Turkish Petroleum International Company (TPIC), a subsidiary of Turkey’s state-owned oil and gas exploration company Turkiye Petrolleri (TPAO), has shipped two fuel cargoes worth at least $10 million, an industry source familiar with the deal said."
More:» Lifeline: Turkey supplies at least $10M in fuel to east Libya
July 26, 2011
Turkish Petroleum International Company (TPIC), a subsidiary of Turkey’s state-owned oil and gas exploration company Turkiye Petrolleri (TPAO), has shipped two fuel cargoes worth at least $10 million, an industry source familiar with the deal said."
More:» Lifeline: Turkey supplies at least $10M in fuel to east Libya
New legal protection for Scotch whisky in Turkey | Scotland | STV News
"New legal protection for Scotch whisky in Turkey
Turkish authorities rule that only products that come from Scotland can be sold as Scotch whisky."
More:New legal protection for Scotch whisky in Turkey | Scotland | STV News
Turkish authorities rule that only products that come from Scotland can be sold as Scotch whisky."
More:New legal protection for Scotch whisky in Turkey | Scotland | STV News
SEKERBANK SELLS TURKEY'S FIRST COVERED BOND | Reuters
"SEKERBANK SELLS TURKEY'S FIRST COVERED BOND
By Nick Lord
Tue Jul 26, 2011 8:28am EDT
LONDON, July 26 (IFR) - Turkish mid-sized lender Sekerbank sold the first Turkish covered bond consisting of a three-tranche offering, placed with UniCredit, IFC and Dutch development agency FMO, the bank said."
More:SEKERBANK SELLS TURKEY'S FIRST COVERED BOND | Reuters
By Nick Lord
Tue Jul 26, 2011 8:28am EDT
LONDON, July 26 (IFR) - Turkish mid-sized lender Sekerbank sold the first Turkish covered bond consisting of a three-tranche offering, placed with UniCredit, IFC and Dutch development agency FMO, the bank said."
More:SEKERBANK SELLS TURKEY'S FIRST COVERED BOND | Reuters
Alexander Rahr: Turkey is on equal terms with Russia, as it tries to cooperate rather than compete | Vestnik Kavkaza
"Alexander Rahr: Turkey is on equal terms with Russia, as it tries to cooperate rather than compete
The well-known German political scientist and expert Alexander Rahr gave an interview to Vestnik Kavkaza. He touched on the full spectrum of political themes between Russia and the Caucasus, as well as basic geopolitical aspects of the current world. We publish the fifth part of the interview, devoted to relations between Russia and Turkey and their positions in the region."
More:Alexander Rahr: Turkey is on equal terms with Russia, as it tries to cooperate rather than compete | Vestnik Kavkaza
The well-known German political scientist and expert Alexander Rahr gave an interview to Vestnik Kavkaza. He touched on the full spectrum of political themes between Russia and the Caucasus, as well as basic geopolitical aspects of the current world. We publish the fifth part of the interview, devoted to relations between Russia and Turkey and their positions in the region."
More:Alexander Rahr: Turkey is on equal terms with Russia, as it tries to cooperate rather than compete | Vestnik Kavkaza
Young volunteers caring for dogs at a camp in southern province of Muğla
"Young volunteers caring for dogs at a camp in southern province of Muğla
Sunday, July 24, 2011
MUĞLA – Anatolia News Agency
Young people from nine countries are caring for dogs by washing them and repairing their doghouses as part of the World Volunteers Youth Camp event in the southern province of Muğla."
More:Young volunteers caring for dogs at a camp in southern province of Muğla - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 24, 2011
MUĞLA – Anatolia News Agency
Young people from nine countries are caring for dogs by washing them and repairing their doghouses as part of the World Volunteers Youth Camp event in the southern province of Muğla."
More:Young volunteers caring for dogs at a camp in southern province of Muğla - Hurriyet Daily News
Match-Fixing Inquiry Delays Turkey’s Season - NYTimes.com
"Match-Fixing Inquiry Delays Turkey’s Season
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: July 25, 2011
Turkey postponed on Monday the start of its soccer season by five weeks, until Sept. 9, because of a match-fixing investigation that has landed 30 suspects in jail, including the president of the league champion, Fenerbahce. Turkish authorities, meanwhile, are also looking into the suspicious movement of shares of Fenerbahce and other clubs on the Istanbul stock market last season. "
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By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: July 25, 2011
Turkey postponed on Monday the start of its soccer season by five weeks, until Sept. 9, because of a match-fixing investigation that has landed 30 suspects in jail, including the president of the league champion, Fenerbahce. Turkish authorities, meanwhile, are also looking into the suspicious movement of shares of Fenerbahce and other clubs on the Istanbul stock market last season. "
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Israel torn on apologizing to Turks over Gaza ship
"Israel torn on apologizing to Turks over Gaza ship
By Dan Williams
JERUSALEM | Tue Jul 26, 2011 1:14am EDT
(Reuters) - Israel is debating whether to say sorry for storming a Gaza-bound Turkish activist ship last year, after its jurists recommended satisfying Ankara's demand for an apology to help fend off war-crimes lawsuits."
More:Israel torn on apologizing to Turks over Gaza ship | Reuters
By Dan Williams
JERUSALEM | Tue Jul 26, 2011 1:14am EDT
(Reuters) - Israel is debating whether to say sorry for storming a Gaza-bound Turkish activist ship last year, after its jurists recommended satisfying Ankara's demand for an apology to help fend off war-crimes lawsuits."
More:Israel torn on apologizing to Turks over Gaza ship | Reuters
Further Chill in Store if Israel Rebuffs Apology: And more from the Turkish Press :: Hudson New York
"Further Chill in Store if Israel Rebuffs Apology
And more from the Turkish Press
by AK Group
July 26, 2011 at 3:00 am
The Turkish government has for the first time voiced the existence of its 'Plan B' against Israel if no apology comes before a July 27 deadline, a plan that will include measures to further freeze relations.
The statement comes amid an ongoing debate in the Israeli Cabinet over whether or not to formally apologize to Turkey over last year's Mavi Marmara incident."
More:Further Chill in Store if Israel Rebuffs Apology: And more from the Turkish Press :: Hudson New York
And more from the Turkish Press
by AK Group
July 26, 2011 at 3:00 am
The Turkish government has for the first time voiced the existence of its 'Plan B' against Israel if no apology comes before a July 27 deadline, a plan that will include measures to further freeze relations.
The statement comes amid an ongoing debate in the Israeli Cabinet over whether or not to formally apologize to Turkey over last year's Mavi Marmara incident."
More:Further Chill in Store if Israel Rebuffs Apology: And more from the Turkish Press :: Hudson New York
Turkey's failure in Syrian crisis
"Turkey's failure in Syrian crisis
Tue Jul 26, 2011 6:13AM GMT
By Mohyeddin Sajedi
One should always keep this statement in mind: “the Kurds always look upon Turkey with suspicion.” This consequently leads to: “The Turkish involvement in any issue leads to the Kurdish distancing from it.”"
More:PressTV - Turkey's failure in Syrian crisis
Tue Jul 26, 2011 6:13AM GMT
By Mohyeddin Sajedi
One should always keep this statement in mind: “the Kurds always look upon Turkey with suspicion.” This consequently leads to: “The Turkish involvement in any issue leads to the Kurdish distancing from it.”"
More:PressTV - Turkey's failure in Syrian crisis
Armenian president eyes Turkish territory
"Armenian president eyes Turkish territory
Tue 26 July 2011 09:12 GMT | 5:12 Local Time
Serzh Sargsyan is reported to have told students that their generation's mission is to recover land from eastern Turkey, including Mount Ararat."
More:News.Az - Armenian president eyes Turkish territory
Tue 26 July 2011 09:12 GMT | 5:12 Local Time
Serzh Sargsyan is reported to have told students that their generation's mission is to recover land from eastern Turkey, including Mount Ararat."
More:News.Az - Armenian president eyes Turkish territory
Archbishop and Turkish Cypriot Mufti host joint youth forum
"Archbishop and Turkish Cypriot Mufti host joint youth forum
By Natalie Hami Published on July 26, 2011
ARCHBISHOP Chrysostomos asserted yesterday that religion did not divide people but united them.
He was speaking at the inauguration of a Youth Dialogue Forum together with the Turkish Cypriot Mufti Imam Sakir Alamdar, involving children from both the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities, as well as Israel and Palestine."
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By Natalie Hami Published on July 26, 2011
ARCHBISHOP Chrysostomos asserted yesterday that religion did not divide people but united them.
He was speaking at the inauguration of a Youth Dialogue Forum together with the Turkish Cypriot Mufti Imam Sakir Alamdar, involving children from both the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities, as well as Israel and Palestine."
More:Archbishop and Turkish Cypriot Mufti host joint youth forum - Cyprus Mail
Turkey Condemns Israel for Building
"Turkey Condemns Israel for Building
Turkey is condemning Israel’s continued construction of Jewish homes in Judea and Samaria, the Turkish Hurriyet newspaper reported.
According to the report, the Turkish Foreign Ministry issued a statement in which it said that “Israel’s actions in the areas in invaded are not acceptable. We will not recognize the illegal measures taken by Israel.”"
More:Turkey Condemns Israel for Building - News Briefs - Israel National News
Turkey is condemning Israel’s continued construction of Jewish homes in Judea and Samaria, the Turkish Hurriyet newspaper reported.
According to the report, the Turkish Foreign Ministry issued a statement in which it said that “Israel’s actions in the areas in invaded are not acceptable. We will not recognize the illegal measures taken by Israel.”"
More:Turkey Condemns Israel for Building - News Briefs - Israel National News
Monday, July 25, 2011
EPHESUS: In the Steps of St. Paul (Part II)
"EPHESUS: In the Steps of St. Paul (Part II)
By David W. Virtue
www.virtueonline.org
July 7-21, 2011
An unprepossessing Roman Jew makes his way slowly into the local synagogue and begins to speak out boldly, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. His listeners are stubborn of heart and refuse to believe. They begin to speak evil of the Way before the congregation. The Apostle Paul listens briefly. Then he leaves taking the disciples with him. Undaunted, he begins to argue daily in the lecture hall of Tyrannus and continues there for two years, so that all the residents of Asia, both Jews and Greeks, heard the Word of the Lord. (Acts 19:8)"
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By David W. Virtue
www.virtueonline.org
July 7-21, 2011
An unprepossessing Roman Jew makes his way slowly into the local synagogue and begins to speak out boldly, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. His listeners are stubborn of heart and refuse to believe. They begin to speak evil of the Way before the congregation. The Apostle Paul listens briefly. Then he leaves taking the disciples with him. Undaunted, he begins to argue daily in the lecture hall of Tyrannus and continues there for two years, so that all the residents of Asia, both Jews and Greeks, heard the Word of the Lord. (Acts 19:8)"
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Turkey may end priority talks with Japan on nuke plant-media | Reuters
"Turkey may end priority talks with Japan on nuke plant-media
TOKYO, July 26 | Mon Jul 25, 2011 7:57pm EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey may end priority talks with Japan on building its second nuclear power plant by the end of this month, a move that could lead to competition for the project with other nations including France and South Korea, Japan's Yomiuri newspaper said on Tuesday"
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TOKYO, July 26 | Mon Jul 25, 2011 7:57pm EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey may end priority talks with Japan on building its second nuclear power plant by the end of this month, a move that could lead to competition for the project with other nations including France and South Korea, Japan's Yomiuri newspaper said on Tuesday"
More:Turkey may end priority talks with Japan on nuke plant-media | Reuters
Ersan Ilyasova agrees in principle to play in Turkey - Brew Hoop
"Ersan Ilyasova agrees in principle to play in Turkey
MErsan Ilyasova could be headed home during the lockout.
Reports in the Turkish media suggest that Bucks forward Ersan Ilyasova has agreed in principle to sign a 3-year contract with Fenerbahce Ulker in his native Turkey. 'Standstill' currently seems like an egregious understatement to describe the conditions of the NBA lockout, and many had speculated Ilyasova was likely to seek another overseas playing opportunity given his history in Europe."
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MErsan Ilyasova could be headed home during the lockout.
Reports in the Turkish media suggest that Bucks forward Ersan Ilyasova has agreed in principle to sign a 3-year contract with Fenerbahce Ulker in his native Turkey. 'Standstill' currently seems like an egregious understatement to describe the conditions of the NBA lockout, and many had speculated Ilyasova was likely to seek another overseas playing opportunity given his history in Europe."
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EU debt crisis encourages property investment in Turkey | Select Property
"EU debt crisis encourages property investment in Turkey
Historically, property investors watched prospective EU members with anticipation. Often targeting markets that were expected to gain full EU membership, savvy investors would benefit from the subsequent up lift in prices. Turkey has long been on the verge of membership to the EU however many would suggest it never really stood a chance of gaining full membership due to objections from the likes France and Germany."
More:EU debt crisis encourages property investment in Turkey | Select Property
Historically, property investors watched prospective EU members with anticipation. Often targeting markets that were expected to gain full EU membership, savvy investors would benefit from the subsequent up lift in prices. Turkey has long been on the verge of membership to the EU however many would suggest it never really stood a chance of gaining full membership due to objections from the likes France and Germany."
More:EU debt crisis encourages property investment in Turkey | Select Property
Arab spring fuels tourism boom for Turkey | World news | The Guardian
"Arab spring fuels tourism boom for Turkey
Tourists from Gulf countries prefer Istanbul and Black Sea coast over usual summer destinations of Egypt and Syria "
More:Arab spring fuels tourism boom for Turkey | World news | The Guardian
Tourists from Gulf countries prefer Istanbul and Black Sea coast over usual summer destinations of Egypt and Syria "
More:Arab spring fuels tourism boom for Turkey | World news | The Guardian
Turkey's Ergenekon case marks 4th anniversary
"Turkey's Ergenekon case marks 4th anniversary
Mon Jul 25, 2011 10:26PM GMT
Jody Sabral, Press TV, Istanbul
Monday, 25th of July marks the fourth anniversary of one of Turkey's most challenging judicial processes, the controversial Ergenekon case.
The trial of suspected coup plotters began with the discovery of hand grenades inside a shanty house in Istanbul's Umraniye's district four years ago . and has since done the unthinkable... it has investigated Turkey's top brass for allegedly working against the ruling Islamic-rooted AK Party government. "
More:PressTV - Turkey's Ergenekon case marks 4th anniversary
Mon Jul 25, 2011 10:26PM GMT
Jody Sabral, Press TV, Istanbul
Monday, 25th of July marks the fourth anniversary of one of Turkey's most challenging judicial processes, the controversial Ergenekon case.
The trial of suspected coup plotters began with the discovery of hand grenades inside a shanty house in Istanbul's Umraniye's district four years ago . and has since done the unthinkable... it has investigated Turkey's top brass for allegedly working against the ruling Islamic-rooted AK Party government. "
More:PressTV - Turkey's Ergenekon case marks 4th anniversary
Turkish Federation delays soccer season due to scandal | Reuters
"Turkish Federation delays soccer season due to scandal
ISTANBUL, July 25 | Mon Jul 25, 2011 1:08pm EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey's soccer federation decided on Monday to delay the start of the new season until Sept. 9 from Aug. 5 amid an investigation into match-fixing allegations involving some of the country's major clubs, CNN-Turk news channel reported."
More:Turkish Federation delays soccer season due to scandal | Reuters
ISTANBUL, July 25 | Mon Jul 25, 2011 1:08pm EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey's soccer federation decided on Monday to delay the start of the new season until Sept. 9 from Aug. 5 amid an investigation into match-fixing allegations involving some of the country's major clubs, CNN-Turk news channel reported."
More:Turkish Federation delays soccer season due to scandal | Reuters
Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President, Fined $20,000 for Accepting Free Trips to Turkey and Netherlands for his Wife - NYTimes.com
"Markowitz Fined $20,000 for Wife’s Free Overseas Trips
By LIZ ROBBINS
Marty and Jamie Markowitz in 2008.Brooklyn Borough President’s OfficeMarty and Jamie Markowitz in 2008.
Updated, 3:54 p.m. | When Brooklyn’s borough president, Marty Markowitz, took trips to Turkey and the Netherlands on official city business several years ago, he also accepted free travel expenses for his wife, Jamie Markowitz."
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By LIZ ROBBINS
Marty and Jamie Markowitz in 2008.Brooklyn Borough President’s OfficeMarty and Jamie Markowitz in 2008.
Updated, 3:54 p.m. | When Brooklyn’s borough president, Marty Markowitz, took trips to Turkey and the Netherlands on official city business several years ago, he also accepted free travel expenses for his wife, Jamie Markowitz."
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Karabakh Airport built with Turkish machinery
"Karabakh Airport built with Turkish machinery
Monday, July 25, 2011
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
Turkey’s Demirci Makina has provided metal raw materials for the ongoing construction of a Nagorno-Karabakh airport, Dmitri Atbashian, according to the president of Armenia’s national airliner, Demirci has no direct sales to both Nagorno-Karabakh or Armenia, says the head of the Turkish company."
More:Karabakh Airport built with Turkish machinery - Hurriyet Daily News
Monday, July 25, 2011
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
Turkey’s Demirci Makina has provided metal raw materials for the ongoing construction of a Nagorno-Karabakh airport, Dmitri Atbashian, according to the president of Armenia’s national airliner, Demirci has no direct sales to both Nagorno-Karabakh or Armenia, says the head of the Turkish company."
More:Karabakh Airport built with Turkish machinery - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey Has No Alternative, Armenian Expert Says
"Turkey Has No Alternative, Armenian Expert Says
Monday, 25 July 2011 13:26
If Turkey decides to re-open the border and establish relations with Armenia in 2015, it will not face as grave danger as it might face now.
At his meeting with journalists July 25, Richard Giragosian, Director of the Regional Studies Center (RSC), voiced the opinion that Turkey has extended the term for itself. That is, it will wait until 2015, said Giragosian, Tert.am reported."
More:Turkey Has No Alternative, Armenian Expert Says
Monday, 25 July 2011 13:26
If Turkey decides to re-open the border and establish relations with Armenia in 2015, it will not face as grave danger as it might face now.
At his meeting with journalists July 25, Richard Giragosian, Director of the Regional Studies Center (RSC), voiced the opinion that Turkey has extended the term for itself. That is, it will wait until 2015, said Giragosian, Tert.am reported."
More:Turkey Has No Alternative, Armenian Expert Says
Erdogan threatens to further downgrade diplomatic ties
"Erdogan threatens to further downgrade diplomatic ties
By HERB KEINON
07/26/2011 01:27
Turkish PM signals further deterioration of ties with Israel; Ayalon stresses Israel’s sensitivity to the Armenian tragedy, importance of cooperation."
More:Erdogan threatens to further down... JPost - Diplomacy & Politics
By HERB KEINON
07/26/2011 01:27
Turkish PM signals further deterioration of ties with Israel; Ayalon stresses Israel’s sensitivity to the Armenian tragedy, importance of cooperation."
More:Erdogan threatens to further down... JPost - Diplomacy & Politics
New Gallery to Bring Global Art to New York's Most Distinguished Gallery Street
"New Gallery to Bring Global Art to New York's Most Distinguished Gallery Street
NEW YORK, NY.- C24, a new gallery dedicated to presenting outstanding contemporary art from beyond the usual circle of U.S. and European cities, will celebrate its opening on the evening of September 8, 2011, inaugurating a bi-level, 9,000-square-foot space at 514 West 24th Street, between Tenth and Eleventh Avenues in New York City. The gallery will open to the public on September 9, 2011.
The first exhibition, Double Crescent: Art from Istanbul and New Orleans, features recent works by artists from New Orleans and Istanbul, both emerging and established, who are recognized locally for their originality and perseverance."
More:New Gallery to Bring Global Art to New York's Most Distinguished Gallery Street
NEW YORK, NY.- C24, a new gallery dedicated to presenting outstanding contemporary art from beyond the usual circle of U.S. and European cities, will celebrate its opening on the evening of September 8, 2011, inaugurating a bi-level, 9,000-square-foot space at 514 West 24th Street, between Tenth and Eleventh Avenues in New York City. The gallery will open to the public on September 9, 2011.
The first exhibition, Double Crescent: Art from Istanbul and New Orleans, features recent works by artists from New Orleans and Istanbul, both emerging and established, who are recognized locally for their originality and perseverance."
More:New Gallery to Bring Global Art to New York's Most Distinguished Gallery Street
Journalists held without due process in Turkey - Committee to Protect Journalists
"Journalists held without due process in Turkey
July 25, 2011
Sadullah Ergin
Minister of Justice
Republic of Turkey
T.C. Adalet Bakanlığı 06659 Kızılay Ankara
Email: info@adalet.gov.tr
Fax: 90 312 419 3370
Dear Minister Ergin:
The Committee to Protect Journalists, an independent, nonpartisan organization dedicated to defending the rights of journalists worldwide, is alarmed by the ongoing detention of journalists in Turkey. We are also concerned by the large number of criminal cases opened against reporters under the sweeping provisions of the Turkish Criminal Code and Anti-Terrorism Act."
More:Journalists held without due process in Turkey - Committee to Protect Journalists
July 25, 2011
Sadullah Ergin
Minister of Justice
Republic of Turkey
T.C. Adalet Bakanlığı 06659 Kızılay Ankara
Email: info@adalet.gov.tr
Fax: 90 312 419 3370
Dear Minister Ergin:
The Committee to Protect Journalists, an independent, nonpartisan organization dedicated to defending the rights of journalists worldwide, is alarmed by the ongoing detention of journalists in Turkey. We are also concerned by the large number of criminal cases opened against reporters under the sweeping provisions of the Turkish Criminal Code and Anti-Terrorism Act."
More:Journalists held without due process in Turkey - Committee to Protect Journalists
Dutch artists leave hand sculptures at
"Dutch artists leave hand sculptures at
Monday, July 25, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Two Dutch artists have protested the demolition of Kars’ “Monument to Humanity” by leaving hand molds they made from members of the public at the former site of the peace sculpture in the eastern province of Kars."
More:Dutch artists leave hand sculptures at - Hurriyet Daily News
Monday, July 25, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Two Dutch artists have protested the demolition of Kars’ “Monument to Humanity” by leaving hand molds they made from members of the public at the former site of the peace sculpture in the eastern province of Kars."
More:Dutch artists leave hand sculptures at - Hurriyet Daily News
INSIDER Digest - Turkish Match-Fixing Fallout; Beckham Mulls MLS Future
"INSIDER Digest - Turkish Match-Fixing Fallout; Beckham Mulls MLS Future
July 25, 2011 Bookmark and Share
Turkish match-fixing scandal forces postponement of season
The Turkish Football Federation has postponed the start of its season amid an investigation into match-fixing allegations that have engulfed the country's top clubs. English-language daily Today’s Zaman reports that the Super League will now kick off Sept. 9 and the Bank Asya league Sept. 10. Both were due to begin early next month until federation president Mehmet Ali Aydinlar met Monday with the prosecutor heading the probe that has netted more than 80 footballers and club officials in the past three weeks, including the chairman of defending champs Fenerbahce."
More:INSIDER Digest - Turkish Match-Fixing Fallout; Beckham Mulls MLS Future
July 25, 2011 Bookmark and Share
Turkish match-fixing scandal forces postponement of season
The Turkish Football Federation has postponed the start of its season amid an investigation into match-fixing allegations that have engulfed the country's top clubs. English-language daily Today’s Zaman reports that the Super League will now kick off Sept. 9 and the Bank Asya league Sept. 10. Both were due to begin early next month until federation president Mehmet Ali Aydinlar met Monday with the prosecutor heading the probe that has netted more than 80 footballers and club officials in the past three weeks, including the chairman of defending champs Fenerbahce."
More:INSIDER Digest - Turkish Match-Fixing Fallout; Beckham Mulls MLS Future
NATO warns Turkey against buying Chinese, Russian air defense systems
"NATO warns Turkey against buying Chinese, Russian air defense systems
Monday, July 25, 2011
Ümit Enginsoy
ANKARA- Hürriyet Daily News
NATO may avoid sharing ballistic missiles intelligence with Turkey if the naiton decides to buy Chinese or Russian systems for its missile defense program"
More:NATO warns Turkey against buying Chinese, Russian air defense systems - Hurriyet Daily News
Monday, July 25, 2011
Ümit Enginsoy
ANKARA- Hürriyet Daily News
NATO may avoid sharing ballistic missiles intelligence with Turkey if the naiton decides to buy Chinese or Russian systems for its missile defense program"
More:NATO warns Turkey against buying Chinese, Russian air defense systems - Hurriyet Daily News
Is Turkey turning its back on the EU? A response to Mr. Andrew Duff
"Is Turkey turning its back on the EU? A response to Mr. Andrew Duff
Monday, July 25, 2011
MUSTAFA KUTLAY
A long period of silence has been broken in Turkish-European Union relations with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s official visit to northern Cyprus. Before leaving for Cyprus, in an unusually clear tone, Erdoğan declared that “during the Greek Cypriot presidency, relations with the EU will freeze.” The prime minister made an urgent call for the EU to clarify its position on the Cyprus question and Turkish-EU relations."
More:Is Turkey turning its back on the EU? A response to Mr. Andrew Duff - Hurriyet Daily News
Monday, July 25, 2011
MUSTAFA KUTLAY
A long period of silence has been broken in Turkish-European Union relations with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s official visit to northern Cyprus. Before leaving for Cyprus, in an unusually clear tone, Erdoğan declared that “during the Greek Cypriot presidency, relations with the EU will freeze.” The prime minister made an urgent call for the EU to clarify its position on the Cyprus question and Turkish-EU relations."
More:Is Turkey turning its back on the EU? A response to Mr. Andrew Duff - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey edges toward renewed conflict with Kurds | AHN
"Turkey edges toward renewed conflict with Kurds
Three Turkish soldiers were killed in the southeastern province of Mardin over the weekend in an ambush laid to Kurdish nationalists, while in Istanbul police detained some 70 people following days of inter-communal violence, amid growing signs that the uneasy peace between the two sides is unraveling."
More:Turkey edges toward renewed conflict with Kurds | AHN
Three Turkish soldiers were killed in the southeastern province of Mardin over the weekend in an ambush laid to Kurdish nationalists, while in Istanbul police detained some 70 people following days of inter-communal violence, amid growing signs that the uneasy peace between the two sides is unraveling."
More:Turkey edges toward renewed conflict with Kurds | AHN
Goldman to Acquire Aksa Stake in Turkey for $450 Million; Shares Jump - Bloomberg
"Goldman to Acquire Aksa Stake in Turkey for $450 Million; Shares Jump
Q
By Ercan Ersoy - Jul 25, 2011 10:00 AM ET
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. agreed to buy 26.5 percent of Aksa Enerji Uretim AS, one of Turkey’s two biggest power producers, for about $450 million, driving a record gain in the utility’s shares. "
More:Goldman to Acquire Aksa Stake in Turkey for $450 Million; Shares Jump - Bloomberg
Q
By Ercan Ersoy - Jul 25, 2011 10:00 AM ET
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. agreed to buy 26.5 percent of Aksa Enerji Uretim AS, one of Turkey’s two biggest power producers, for about $450 million, driving a record gain in the utility’s shares. "
More:Goldman to Acquire Aksa Stake in Turkey for $450 Million; Shares Jump - Bloomberg
Lira Pares World's Worst Drop on Dollar-Buying, Reserves Moves
"Lira Pares World's Worst Drop on Dollar-Buying, Reserves Moves
July 25 (Bloomberg) -- The lira, the world's worst- performing currency this month, pared its fourth day of losses after the central bank canceled its dollar-buying auctions and cut foreign-exchange reserve requirements for banks."
More:Lira Pares World's Worst Drop on Dollar-Buying, Reserves Moves
July 25 (Bloomberg) -- The lira, the world's worst- performing currency this month, pared its fourth day of losses after the central bank canceled its dollar-buying auctions and cut foreign-exchange reserve requirements for banks."
More:Lira Pares World's Worst Drop on Dollar-Buying, Reserves Moves
Norwegian hitman was obsessed with Turkey
"Norwegian hitman was obsessed with Turkey
25 July 2011, Monday
A fundamentalist Christian who massacred 93 people in Norway had strong feelings against Turkey and Turks.
A book believed to have been written by Anders Behring Breivik, who admitted to having staged both the bombing of government buildings in Oslo on Friday and later killing dozens of teenagers at a Labor Party youth camp on the island of Utoya, has revealed that the terrorist was an ardent hater of Turkey."
More:Norwegian hitman was obsessed with Turkey
25 July 2011, Monday
A fundamentalist Christian who massacred 93 people in Norway had strong feelings against Turkey and Turks.
A book believed to have been written by Anders Behring Breivik, who admitted to having staged both the bombing of government buildings in Oslo on Friday and later killing dozens of teenagers at a Labor Party youth camp on the island of Utoya, has revealed that the terrorist was an ardent hater of Turkey."
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Syrian Citizens back Home; 273 from Turkey & 51 from Libya | English | NEWS | DayPress
"Syrian Citizens back Home; 273 from Turkey & 51 from Libya
(Dp-news)
SYRIA- This came while Syrians are still getting back home from Turkey, State-run news agency SANA reported Sunday “Over the past two days, 273 citizens returned to their villages and towns in Jisr al-Shughour through al-Hassanieh border crossing after they were displaced by the armed terrorist groups who threatened them with weapons and perpetrated acts of intimidation.”"
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(Dp-news)
SYRIA- This came while Syrians are still getting back home from Turkey, State-run news agency SANA reported Sunday “Over the past two days, 273 citizens returned to their villages and towns in Jisr al-Shughour through al-Hassanieh border crossing after they were displaced by the armed terrorist groups who threatened them with weapons and perpetrated acts of intimidation.”"
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Turkish American Dream: Ft. Lee entrepreneur sees his future in a street-food delicacy - NorthJersey.com
"Turkish American Dream: Ft. Lee entrepreneur sees his future in a street-food delicacy
Monday, July 25, 2011 Last updated: Monday July 25, 2011, 7:34 AM
BY JOHN C. ENSSLIN
What McDonald's is to the Big Mac, Muhuttin 'Mike' Bagrlyanik someday hopes to be for a Turkish street food called kokorec.
Businessman Muhuttin 'Mike' Bagrlyanik has plans to produce kokorec, a Turkish dish made of lamb intestines, in Paterson.
DON SMITH/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
It might be a tough sell for Bagrlyanik, a Fort Lee resident and Istanbul native whose company — Black Seas Fisheries — imports anchovies, turbot and other fish to the United States."
More:Turkish American Dream: Ft. Lee entrepreneur sees his future in a street-food delicacy - NorthJersey.com
Monday, July 25, 2011 Last updated: Monday July 25, 2011, 7:34 AM
BY JOHN C. ENSSLIN
What McDonald's is to the Big Mac, Muhuttin 'Mike' Bagrlyanik someday hopes to be for a Turkish street food called kokorec.
Businessman Muhuttin 'Mike' Bagrlyanik has plans to produce kokorec, a Turkish dish made of lamb intestines, in Paterson.
DON SMITH/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
It might be a tough sell for Bagrlyanik, a Fort Lee resident and Istanbul native whose company — Black Seas Fisheries — imports anchovies, turbot and other fish to the United States."
More:Turkish American Dream: Ft. Lee entrepreneur sees his future in a street-food delicacy - NorthJersey.com
The Kapali Carsi » Turkish CA deficit and growth
"Turkish CA deficit and growth
Author: Emre Deliveli · July 24th, 2011 · Comments (0) Share This Print 0 0
As I mention in this week’s Hurriyet Daily News column, IMF’s latest Turkey forecasts were criticized for having let the current account deficit stick around 10 percent even with sharply falling growth.
In the column, I noted that there isn’t simple relationship between Turkey’ s current account deficit and growth, giving the 2006-2008 episode as an example. That was kind of cheating, as oil prices were an important factor that period:"
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Author: Emre Deliveli · July 24th, 2011 · Comments (0) Share This Print 0 0
As I mention in this week’s Hurriyet Daily News column, IMF’s latest Turkey forecasts were criticized for having let the current account deficit stick around 10 percent even with sharply falling growth.
In the column, I noted that there isn’t simple relationship between Turkey’ s current account deficit and growth, giving the 2006-2008 episode as an example. That was kind of cheating, as oil prices were an important factor that period:"
More:EconoMonitor : The Kapali Carsi » Turkish CA deficit and growth
Turkey Bank Moves to Stem Lira Losses, Cancels Dollar Buying - Bloomberg
"Turkey Bank Moves to Stem Lira Losses, Cancels Dollar Buying
By Selcuk Gokoluk and Ercan Ersoy - Jul 25, 2011 5:26 AM ET
Turkey’s central bank moved to stem a slump in the lira, suspending daily purchases of dollars and cutting the cost of long-term deposits in foreign exchange. The lira pared earlier losses. "
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By Selcuk Gokoluk and Ercan Ersoy - Jul 25, 2011 5:26 AM ET
Turkey’s central bank moved to stem a slump in the lira, suspending daily purchases of dollars and cutting the cost of long-term deposits in foreign exchange. The lira pared earlier losses. "
More:Turkey Bank Moves to Stem Lira Losses, Cancels Dollar Buying - Bloomberg
Turkey Jails Armenian Journalist Dink’s Killer for 22 Years - Bloomberg
"Turkey Jails Armenian Journalist Dink’s Killer for 22 Years
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By Emre Peker - Jul 25, 2011 8:17 AM ET
A Turkish man was sentenced to 22 years and 10 months in jail for the murder of ethnic-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink."
More:Turkey Jails Armenian Journalist Dink’s Killer for 22 Years - Bloomberg
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By Emre Peker - Jul 25, 2011 8:17 AM ET
A Turkish man was sentenced to 22 years and 10 months in jail for the murder of ethnic-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink."
More:Turkey Jails Armenian Journalist Dink’s Killer for 22 Years - Bloomberg
Iran draws the line with Turkey on Syria
"Iran draws the line with Turkey on Syria
By Kaveh L Afrasiabi
In a sign of growing Iranian misgiving about Turkey's role in Middle Eastern affairs, Tehran has decided to throw its weight behind the embattled Syrian regime, even if that translates into a setback in relations between Tehran and Ankara. "
More:Asia Times Online :: Iran draws the line with Turkey on Syria
By Kaveh L Afrasiabi
In a sign of growing Iranian misgiving about Turkey's role in Middle Eastern affairs, Tehran has decided to throw its weight behind the embattled Syrian regime, even if that translates into a setback in relations between Tehran and Ankara. "
More:Asia Times Online :: Iran draws the line with Turkey on Syria
Religion, Secularism and Geopolitics: Turkey : NL-Aid
"Religion, Secularism and Geopolitics: Turkey
Posted on | juli 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
Taking the long view on Anatolia’s intermediary role between East and West, it is indeed true that there has been much written on the issue. The Erdogan regime is interested in having Turkey play an essential diplomatic role between West (NATO, especially US) and Middle East. It is no secret that Turkey wants to recapture some of its Ottoman glory through diplomacy; it wants a greater geopolitical role that would give it leverage to have a voice in determining the regional balance of power."
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Posted on | juli 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
Taking the long view on Anatolia’s intermediary role between East and West, it is indeed true that there has been much written on the issue. The Erdogan regime is interested in having Turkey play an essential diplomatic role between West (NATO, especially US) and Middle East. It is no secret that Turkey wants to recapture some of its Ottoman glory through diplomacy; it wants a greater geopolitical role that would give it leverage to have a voice in determining the regional balance of power."
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Turkish lobby group takes action against pension cut
"Turkish lobby group takes action against pension cut
Monday 25 July 2011
A lobby group for Turkish immigrants in the Netherlands is taking legal action against the government's decision not to pay an extra €33 a month to workers who have returned to Turkey on their retirement."
More:DutchNews.nl - Turkish lobby group takes action against pension cut
Monday 25 July 2011
A lobby group for Turkish immigrants in the Netherlands is taking legal action against the government's decision not to pay an extra €33 a month to workers who have returned to Turkey on their retirement."
More:DutchNews.nl - Turkish lobby group takes action against pension cut
Sunday, July 24, 2011
THE OUTLOOK: Turkey's Lessons For Greece On Fixing Fiscal Mess - WSJ.com
"THE OUTLOOK: Turkey's Lessons For Greece On Fixing Fiscal Mess
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Why can't Greece be more like Turkey?
That is what Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou asked his country's legislators late last month as he tried to herd them into voting for an austerity package that was triggering riots.
Papandreou was referring to the success that Turkey had in donning a hair shirt and recovering from a financial crisis in 2001. Now Greece is being asked by creditors to take the same kinds of austerity measures--but whether Greeks will go the distance, and whether they can recover the way Turkey did remains unclear."
More:THE OUTLOOK: Turkey's Lessons For Greece On Fixing Fiscal Mess - WSJ.com
ISTANBUL (Dow Jones)--Why can't Greece be more like Turkey?
That is what Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou asked his country's legislators late last month as he tried to herd them into voting for an austerity package that was triggering riots.
Papandreou was referring to the success that Turkey had in donning a hair shirt and recovering from a financial crisis in 2001. Now Greece is being asked by creditors to take the same kinds of austerity measures--but whether Greeks will go the distance, and whether they can recover the way Turkey did remains unclear."
More:THE OUTLOOK: Turkey's Lessons For Greece On Fixing Fiscal Mess - WSJ.com
US asks for action from Turkey for reconciliation
"US asks for action from Turkey for reconciliation
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Serkan Demirtaş
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
The US puts pressure on Ankara to put the relations back on track with Yerevan as Azerbaijan and Armenia fail to negotiate the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh issue. The ongoing reconciliation process has been blocked by Azerbaijan, which indirectly threatened to stop supplying natural gas to Turkey"
More:US asks for action from Turkey for reconciliation - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Serkan Demirtaş
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
The US puts pressure on Ankara to put the relations back on track with Yerevan as Azerbaijan and Armenia fail to negotiate the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh issue. The ongoing reconciliation process has been blocked by Azerbaijan, which indirectly threatened to stop supplying natural gas to Turkey"
More:US asks for action from Turkey for reconciliation - Hurriyet Daily News
Ad book paints history of trade in Istanbul
"Ad book paints history of trade in Istanbul
Sunday, July 24, 2011
ISTANBUL – Anatolia News Agency
A newly published book sponsored by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, or ICOC, discusses the analogy between the trade marketing methodologies of yesterday and today, showing Istanbul as the uncontested heart of trade and finance for over a century."
More:Ad book paints history of trade in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 24, 2011
ISTANBUL – Anatolia News Agency
A newly published book sponsored by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, or ICOC, discusses the analogy between the trade marketing methodologies of yesterday and today, showing Istanbul as the uncontested heart of trade and finance for over a century."
More:Ad book paints history of trade in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News
PepsiCo says Turkey is of strategic importance
"PepsiCo says Turkey is of strategic importance
Sunday, July 24, 2011
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s young population and strategic importance has the Turkey unit of PepsiCo set to become “the favorite company in its sector in all of Europe,” according to the company’s Southeastern Europe region chief, Eugene Willemsen."
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Sunday, July 24, 2011
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s young population and strategic importance has the Turkey unit of PepsiCo set to become “the favorite company in its sector in all of Europe,” according to the company’s Southeastern Europe region chief, Eugene Willemsen."
More:PepsiCo says Turkey is of strategic importance - Hurriyet Daily News
Disputed diplomat to return to Ankara
"Disputed diplomat to return to Ankara
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Fulya Özerkan
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s ambassador to Vienna, Ecvet Tezcan, who recently caused a diplomatic crisis between the two countries, has been replaced by Foreign Ministry Deputy Undersecretary Ayşe Sezgin."
More:Disputed diplomat to return to Ankara - Hurriyet Daily News
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Fulya Özerkan
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s ambassador to Vienna, Ecvet Tezcan, who recently caused a diplomatic crisis between the two countries, has been replaced by Foreign Ministry Deputy Undersecretary Ayşe Sezgin."
More:Disputed diplomat to return to Ankara - Hurriyet Daily News
Editorial: Why didn't ambassadors of Palestine applaud Erdogan?
"Editorial: Why didn't ambassadors of Palestine applaud Erdogan?
Published yesterday (updated) 24/07/2011 09:54
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By Nasser Lahham
The reaction of Palestine's ambassadors to Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyib Erdogan's statements for Palestine was unprofessional and even naive, proving that they still believe the world must understand them without any need on their part to express their feelings."
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Published yesterday (updated) 24/07/2011 09:54
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By Nasser Lahham
The reaction of Palestine's ambassadors to Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyib Erdogan's statements for Palestine was unprofessional and even naive, proving that they still believe the world must understand them without any need on their part to express their feelings."
More:Maan News Agency: Editorial: Why didn't ambassadors of Palestine applaud Erdogan?
Israel's Lieberman won't quit on apology to Turkey
"Israel's Lieberman won't quit on apology to Turkey
Dan Williams Reuters
6:53 a.m. CDT, July 24, 2011
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said on Sunday he would not quit the coalition government if it decides to apologize to Turkey for killing 9 Turks aboard a pro-Palestinian activist ship last year."
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Dan Williams Reuters
6:53 a.m. CDT, July 24, 2011
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said on Sunday he would not quit the coalition government if it decides to apologize to Turkey for killing 9 Turks aboard a pro-Palestinian activist ship last year."
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Turkish women protest state neglect of crimes against women -- Shanghai Daily | 上海日报 -- English Window to China New
"Turkish women protest state neglect of crimes against women
Source: XINHUA | 2011-7-24 | ONLINE EDITION
ISTANBUL, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Some 200 Turkish women marched on Istanbul's Istiklal Avenue Sunday to protest against state indifference to acts of violence against women in Turkey."
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Source: XINHUA | 2011-7-24 | ONLINE EDITION
ISTANBUL, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Some 200 Turkish women marched on Istanbul's Istiklal Avenue Sunday to protest against state indifference to acts of violence against women in Turkey."
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Exclusive: Istanbul to bid for 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, Turkish Prime Minister to announce | 2020 Summer Olympics | insidethegames.biz
"Exclusive: Istanbul to bid for 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, Turkish Prime Minister to announce
Saturday, 23 July 2011
By Duncan Mackay
IstanbulJuly 24 - Istanbul are today set to officially declare that they are to bid for the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, the Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will announce, insidethegames can reveal."
More:Exclusive: Istanbul to bid for 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, Turkish Prime Minister to announce | 2020 Summer Olympics | insidethegames.biz
Saturday, 23 July 2011
By Duncan Mackay
IstanbulJuly 24 - Istanbul are today set to officially declare that they are to bid for the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, the Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will announce, insidethegames can reveal."
More:Exclusive: Istanbul to bid for 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, Turkish Prime Minister to announce | 2020 Summer Olympics | insidethegames.biz
Disquiet in north over Erdogan’s ‘dark side’ - Cyprus Mail
"Disquiet in north over Erdogan’s ‘dark side’
By Simon Bahceli Published on July 24, 2011
EXPECTATIONS had been were running high ahead of Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to the north this week. Rumour had it that fresh from last month’s election victory, the Turkish prime minister would use his 20 July ‘Peace and Freedom’ visit to kick start all-but-stalled reunification negotiations by announcing a deadlock-breaking or hope-inspiring proposal."
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By Simon Bahceli Published on July 24, 2011
EXPECTATIONS had been were running high ahead of Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to the north this week. Rumour had it that fresh from last month’s election victory, the Turkish prime minister would use his 20 July ‘Peace and Freedom’ visit to kick start all-but-stalled reunification negotiations by announcing a deadlock-breaking or hope-inspiring proposal."
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UN concerned about Erdogan's statements on Cyprus, diplomats suggest
"UN concerned about Erdogan's statements on Cyprus, diplomats suggest
KYPE
• Sun, Jul 24, 2011
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayiip Erdogan’s statements during his recent illegal visit to Cyprus’ Turkish occupied areas have caused concerns to the UN Secretariat, according to diplomatic sources."
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KYPE
• Sun, Jul 24, 2011
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayiip Erdogan’s statements during his recent illegal visit to Cyprus’ Turkish occupied areas have caused concerns to the UN Secretariat, according to diplomatic sources."
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Turkey Detains 43 for Inciting Istanbul Unrest, Milliyet Reports - Bloomberg
"Turkey Detains 43 for Inciting Istanbul Unrest, Milliyet Reports
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By Emre Peker - Jul 24, 2011 5:21 AM ET
Turkish police arrested 43 people in Istanbul for inciting unrest and damaging property in a series of attacks in the Zeytinburnu neighborhood last week, Milliyet reported. "
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Q
By Emre Peker - Jul 24, 2011 5:21 AM ET
Turkish police arrested 43 people in Istanbul for inciting unrest and damaging property in a series of attacks in the Zeytinburnu neighborhood last week, Milliyet reported. "
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Report: Kurdish rebels kill 3 Turkish soldiers - Taiwan News Online
"Report: Kurdish rebels kill 3 Turkish soldiers
Associated Press
2011-07-24 03:58 PM
Turkey's state-run news agency says Kurdish guerrillas have killed three soldiers in an attack in the country's southeast.
The Anatolia agency says the rebels ambushed the soldiers, including two non-commissioned officers and a sergeant, as they returned to a military outpost after visiting a house in the village of Ikipinar in Mardin province on Sunday."
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Associated Press
2011-07-24 03:58 PM
Turkey's state-run news agency says Kurdish guerrillas have killed three soldiers in an attack in the country's southeast.
The Anatolia agency says the rebels ambushed the soldiers, including two non-commissioned officers and a sergeant, as they returned to a military outpost after visiting a house in the village of Ikipinar in Mardin province on Sunday."
More:Report: Kurdish rebels kill 3 Turkish soldiers - Taiwan News Online
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Siddiqui: Booming Turkey belongs in Europe
"Siddiqui: Booming Turkey belongs in Europe
Published On Sat Jul 23 2011
By Haroon Siddiqui Editorial Page
The European Union has long resisted Turkey, deeming it too big and too poor to belong. Now, as the sovereign debt crisis threatens to sink the eurozone, Turkey’s economy is booming."
More:Siddiqui: Booming Turkey belongs in Europe - thestar.com
Published On Sat Jul 23 2011
By Haroon Siddiqui Editorial Page
The European Union has long resisted Turkey, deeming it too big and too poor to belong. Now, as the sovereign debt crisis threatens to sink the eurozone, Turkey’s economy is booming."
More:Siddiqui: Booming Turkey belongs in Europe - thestar.com
The Kurdish case
"The Kurdish case
By JERUSALEM POST EDITORIAL
07/23/2011 23:33
The unilateral declaration of Kurdish autonomy in Turkey was greeted with deadly silence. The world couldn’t care less.
Few of us may realize it, but 850 delegates from North Kurdistan recently declared democratic autonomy in Amed (Diarbakir), proclaimed as the capital of North Kurdistan. They invited all Kurds to regard themselves as Kurdistani citizens. The area the autonomy claims constitutes a substantial portion of southeastern Turkey."
More:The Kurdish case - JPost - Opinion - Editorials
By JERUSALEM POST EDITORIAL
07/23/2011 23:33
The unilateral declaration of Kurdish autonomy in Turkey was greeted with deadly silence. The world couldn’t care less.
Few of us may realize it, but 850 delegates from North Kurdistan recently declared democratic autonomy in Amed (Diarbakir), proclaimed as the capital of North Kurdistan. They invited all Kurds to regard themselves as Kurdistani citizens. The area the autonomy claims constitutes a substantial portion of southeastern Turkey."
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Turkey and the Greek Isles: In the Steps of St. Paul
"Turkey and the Greek Isles: In the Steps of St. Paul
A diary of reflections
By David W. Virtue
www.virtueonline.org
July 7- 21, 2011
[Bodrum] The flight from Istanbul to Bodrum takes an hour. The small bus pulls away from the crowded airport and snakes along the coastline to the waterfront in what is described in the guide books as the St. Tropez of Turkey. It is a clear blue day and very hot. The harbor shimmers in the early morning sun. Sail boats of one sort or another bob in the harbor waiting for their crews and passengers to arrive."
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A diary of reflections
By David W. Virtue
www.virtueonline.org
July 7- 21, 2011
[Bodrum] The flight from Istanbul to Bodrum takes an hour. The small bus pulls away from the crowded airport and snakes along the coastline to the waterfront in what is described in the guide books as the St. Tropez of Turkey. It is a clear blue day and very hot. The harbor shimmers in the early morning sun. Sail boats of one sort or another bob in the harbor waiting for their crews and passengers to arrive."
More:VirtueOnline - News - Exclusives - Turkey and the Greek Isles: In the Steps of St. Paul
Armenian diaspora to hold congress in Sevres
"Armenian diaspora to hold congress in Sevres
Friday, July 22, 2011
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Leading diaspora Armenians will meet in the historical French city of Sevres in December for the Congress of Western Armenians to draft a series of demands from Turkey in relation to the events of 1915."
More:Armenian diaspora to hold congress in Sevres - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 22, 2011
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Leading diaspora Armenians will meet in the historical French city of Sevres in December for the Congress of Western Armenians to draft a series of demands from Turkey in relation to the events of 1915."
More:Armenian diaspora to hold congress in Sevres - Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey will never forget 9 flotilla dead: Erdogan | Reuters
"Turkey will never forget 9 flotilla dead: Erdogan
By Alexandra Hudson
ISTANBUL | Sat Jul 23, 2011 7:53am EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey will never forget the nine Turks killed when Israeli troops stormed a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday, days before the submission of a U.N. report on the raid last year."
More:Turkey will never forget 9 flotilla dead: Erdogan | Reuters
By Alexandra Hudson
ISTANBUL | Sat Jul 23, 2011 7:53am EDT
(Reuters) - Turkey will never forget the nine Turks killed when Israeli troops stormed a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday, days before the submission of a U.N. report on the raid last year."
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PressTV - Turkey to host EU youth Olympic event
"Turkey to host EU youth Olympic event
Sat Jul 23, 2011 4:40AM GMT
Turkey is getting ready to host the European Youth Olympics Festival (EYOF) for the first time in the city of Trabzon, northeast of the country on the Black Sea coast.
The city authorities have declared their readiness for the event in which more than 3,000 athletes from 49 countries are supposed to participate, the Turkish daily Hurriyet reported."
More:PressTV - Turkey to host EU youth Olympic event
Sat Jul 23, 2011 4:40AM GMT
Turkey is getting ready to host the European Youth Olympics Festival (EYOF) for the first time in the city of Trabzon, northeast of the country on the Black Sea coast.
The city authorities have declared their readiness for the event in which more than 3,000 athletes from 49 countries are supposed to participate, the Turkish daily Hurriyet reported."
More:PressTV - Turkey to host EU youth Olympic event
‘Cyprus is heading toward separation,’ says academic
"‘Cyprus is heading toward separation,’ says academic
Friday, July 22, 2011
BARÇIN YİNANÇ
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s government still wants a solution for the divided island of Cyprus but sees there won’t be one, says an academic who has long worked for reunification. According to Mensur Akgün, Turkey’s PM wants to give the message that getting 50 percent of the votes will not make him more flexible"
More:‘Cyprus is heading toward separation,’ says academic - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 22, 2011
BARÇIN YİNANÇ
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey’s government still wants a solution for the divided island of Cyprus but sees there won’t be one, says an academic who has long worked for reunification. According to Mensur Akgün, Turkey’s PM wants to give the message that getting 50 percent of the votes will not make him more flexible"
More:‘Cyprus is heading toward separation,’ says academic - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 22, 2011
A full-color MRI of Turkey’s soul
"A full-color MRI of Turkey’s soul
Friday, July 22, 2011
DAVID JUDSON
Perhaps at some point this year’s 20th annual “Values Survey” will be translated, compiled as a book and sold as the ultimate explanation of Turkey along with Fodor’s at airports and other booksellers. Until then, your best bet for insight into the heart and mind of Turkey is the website of Bahçeşehir University, which produced it: www.bahcesehir.edu.tr. Follow the obvious links to this intellectual gold mine of facts and data on Turkish thinking. But be forewarned, it can also be a confusing house of mirrors."
More:A full-color MRI of Turkey’s soul - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 22, 2011
DAVID JUDSON
Perhaps at some point this year’s 20th annual “Values Survey” will be translated, compiled as a book and sold as the ultimate explanation of Turkey along with Fodor’s at airports and other booksellers. Until then, your best bet for insight into the heart and mind of Turkey is the website of Bahçeşehir University, which produced it: www.bahcesehir.edu.tr. Follow the obvious links to this intellectual gold mine of facts and data on Turkish thinking. But be forewarned, it can also be a confusing house of mirrors."
More:A full-color MRI of Turkey’s soul - Hurriyet Daily News
Ethnic tension grabs Istanbul neighborhood
"Ethnic tension grabs Istanbul neighborhood
Friday, July 22, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Clashes between the groups of supporters and opponents of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK,in Istanbul’s Zeytinburnu district are continuing, leaving five people injured, 70 shops and houses raided and 130 cars damaged. Action force teams keep on checking the neighborhoods in order to prevent another clash"
More:Ethnic tension grabs Istanbul neighborhood - Hurriyet Daily News
Friday, July 22, 2011
ISTANBUL - Daily News with wires
Clashes between the groups of supporters and opponents of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK,in Istanbul’s Zeytinburnu district are continuing, leaving five people injured, 70 shops and houses raided and 130 cars damaged. Action force teams keep on checking the neighborhoods in order to prevent another clash"
More:Ethnic tension grabs Istanbul neighborhood - Hurriyet Daily News
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