Turkey

Turkey

Annual inflation in Turkey reaches record 25-year high of 85.5%

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan believes that high-interest rates encourage inflation and lead to higher prices.

03/11/2022

Turkey

Turkey arrests 25 people over deadly coal mine explosion in Amasra

The director of the state-operated mine was reportedly among those arrested.

28/10/2022

Turkey

Doctor arrested after calling for Turkish army chemical weapons probe

Ankara has denounced allegations of chemical weapons as a campaign of "disinformation".

26/10/2022

Smart Regions

Underwater museum: Discover the hidden wonders of the Aegean Sea

In partnership with the European Commission

Exploring the hidden wonders beneath the waves, as the European project 'Treasure', is set to highlight cultural treasures around the Black and Agean seas including towns in Turkey, Bulgaria, Moldova, and Romania. The project also offers opportunities to provide classes in music and art.

24/10/2022

Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan proposes a referendum on right to wear headscarf

The Turkish president has proposed a referendum on a constitutional change to guarantee the right to wear a headscarf in civil institutions.

23/10/2022

Travel News

Cappadocia: Two tourists killed in a sunrise hot air balloon accident

Three people were also injured out of a group of 30 when a surge in wind speed forced the balloon to make a hard landing.

18/10/2022

Food and Drink

Meet Fatih Tutak, Turkey's first 2-Michelin Star chef in Istanbul

Fatih Tutak says he's not only proud to be Turkey's first 2-Michelin Star chef in Istanbul. He also wants to promote the best of Turkish cuisine around the world.

17/10/2022

Turkey

Blaze at a 24-story skyscraper in Istanbul brought under control

The fire quickly climbed up the building via the exterior cladding, but the building was quickly evacuated. No injuries were reported.

16/10/2022

Turkey

Turkish MP smashes phone in furious speech over social media law

"We fear that it may further curtail freedoms, freedom of expression and independent media in Turkey", said one European Commission spokesperson.

15/10/2022

Turkey

Turkey coal mine blast death toll reaches 41, president says

The country's leader also said that rescue operations were concluded on Saturday evening but that the investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing.

14/10/2022

Destinations

Looking for a great value autumn getaway? Turkey ticks all the boxes

Your travel money will go further in Turkey. Here are the 5 best things to do once you get there.

12/10/2022

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In Türkiye, tyres get recycled into paving stones and animal bedding

In the south-central city of Niğde, Türkiye, known for its medieval heritage, a company turns 400 tonnes of car tyres into value-added products such as locked paving stones, animal bedding and tiles.

07/10/2022

The Cube

Critics slam Turkey's draft law on criminalising 'disinformation'

Critics say the proposed bill will censor opposition voices and restrict independent media.

04/10/2022

Ecotech

This famous football club has saved €400,000 from its solar roof

The Turkish titan won a Guinness World Record after installing thousands of solar panels on its stadium roof, and is now reaping the rewards.

03/10/2022

Money

Inflation in Turkey tops 83% as Erdogan vows more rate cuts

While most Western countries are in the process of raising interest rates to keep inflation in check, Turkey is doing the exact opposite.

03/10/2022

Turkey

Turkish police officer killed in suspected Kurdish militant attack

Two women are believed to have opened fire on Turkish police before detonating explosive devices.

27/09/2022

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Be our voice: Iranians in Istanbul join protests abroad

Iranians living in Istanbul gathered in front of the Iranian consulate to protest against police violence.

26/09/2022

Turkey

Two dead after helicopter crashes en route to Turkish wildfire

The aircraft was travelling to tackle a forest fire near the resort town of Marmaris.

21/09/2022

Turkey

Thousands march in anti-LGBT demonstration in Istanbul

An advert for the anti-LGBT march was also shown on television after gaining the approval of the country’s broadcasting council, which deemed it a "public interest".

19/09/2022

Turkey

Turkey's tourism industry struggles as Russian visitors face sanctions

The Mediterranean country's economy relies heavily on foreign visitors, with 2.2 million Russian tourists entering the country in the first seven months of 2022.

16/09/2022

Moments

This 32 hour train journey lets you see the sights and party on board

Considered one of the most beautiful train routes in the world, this 32 hour trip through eastern Türkiye is all about enjoying the journey.

14/09/2022

Turkey

Turkish pop star faces prison for 'inciting hatred' over religion joke

The 46-year-old Gülşen -- often labelled as Turkish Madonna -- made the allegedly hateful quip on stage in April, but the video of the incident only became popular on social media in recent months.

03/09/2022

Turkey

Adviser to Turkish President Erdogan resigns over corruption claims

A series of corruption allegations by a fugitive mafia boss has prompted Turkish opposition parties to call for an investigation.

01/09/2022

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Turkey: opening of a 3D universe centre in Antalya

A 3D virtual universe centre in Antalya has started welcoming its visitors

28/08/2022

Culture news

Turkish pop star Gülşen arrested over joke about religious schools

The singer-songwriter has apologised for causing offence but says her comments were seized on by people who want to polarise Turkey.

26/08/2022

Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan vows Palestine support amid reconciling with Israel

Erdogan's Palestinian counterpart did not comment directly on the rapprochement between Turkey and Israel but thanked Ankara for its "unwavering" support to the Palestinians.

23/08/2022