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TURKEY Russia positive on Turkey’s plans to secure its borders: FM Çavuşoğlu

Russia positive on Turkey’s plans to secure its borders: FM Çavuşoğlu
TURKEY Maduro brother, stand tall, Erdoğan tells Venezuelan president after US move

Maduro brother, stand tall, Erdoğan tells Venezuelan president after US move
TURKEY Erdoğan, Putin reaffirm joint fight in Syrias Idlib

Erdoğan, Putin reaffirm 'joint fight' in Syria's Idlib
ARTS & LIFE EU ambassadors display daily lives in campaign

EU ambassadors display daily lives in campaign
TURKEY Over 30,000 Ahiska Turks granted Turkish citizenship

Over 30,000 Ahiska Turks granted Turkish citizenship
Irish man was in trance when gulping diamond

Irish man 'was in trance' when gulping diamond

An Irish man has explained a Turkish prosecutor that he swallowed an expensive diamond because he “fell into trance” the moment he saw it.
ARTS & LIFE Comedy actress Gruda passed away

Comedy actress Gruda passed away
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Turkish asylum applications to Germany increased by 25 pct

Turkish asylum applications to Germany increased by 25 pct

The number of asylum applications by Turkish nationals in Germany increased to 10,655 in 2018, marking an increase of about 25 percent compared to 2017, Deutsche Welle Turkish has reported.
Turkish, Iraqi finance ministers cross paths in Davos

Turkish, Iraqi finance ministers cross paths in Davos

Iraqi Finance Minister Fuad Hussein met with Turkish counterpart Berat Albayrak on Jan. 23 on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Switzerland's Davos.
Istanbul, Moscow churches trade barbs over Ukraine

Istanbul, Moscow churches trade barbs over Ukraine

The autonomy status granted to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church by Istanbul's Fener Greek Orthodox Church has caused a dispute between Fener and Moscow Orthodox Patriarchate.
Turkeys membership will make EU a global power

'Turkey's membership will make EU a global power'

Turkey's European Union membership will make the EU a global power, according to the top Turkish diplomat in charge of EU affairs.
ARTS & LIFE Into the arena for camel wrestling

Into the arena for camel wrestling
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#10yearchallenge: The headscarf issue in Turkey BARÇIN YİNANÇ
#10yearchallenge: The headscarf issue in Turkey
Reconciliation between renowned pianist and Turkish president YUSUF KANLI
Reconciliation between renowned pianist and Turkish president
Esports: The rising market for Turkish teens ERSU ABLAK
Esports: The rising market for Turkish teens
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SPORTS Beaten Serena hails Pliskova’s comeback

Beaten Serena hails Pliskova’s comeback
Turkish economy softening but no sign of contraction now, finance minister says ECONOMY

Turkish economy softening but no sign of contraction now, finance minister says
US government shutdown to crimp growth, recession risk steady ECONOMY

US government shutdown to crimp growth, recession risk steady
Global companies set up alliance to eliminate plastic waste ECONOMY

Global companies set up alliance to eliminate plastic waste
‘Yellow vest’ protesters to field candidates in EU vote WORLD

‘Yellow vest’ protesters to field candidates in EU vote
Shutdown enters 33rd day with no breakthrough in sight as US Senate sets votes WORLD

Shutdown enters 33rd day with no breakthrough in sight as US Senate sets votes
4 US citizens charged in plot to attack Muslim community named Islamberg WORLD

4 US citizens charged in plot to attack Muslim community named Islamberg
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  1. Scientists raise objections to Turkey's updated earthquake map over risk areas

    Scientists raise objections to Turkey's updated earthquake map over risk areas

  2. Syria tops agenda of Turkish, Russian leaders’ meeting in Russia

    Syria tops agenda of Turkish, Russian leaders’ meeting in Russia

  3. Academic accidentally enters storage of British museum, discovers ‘looted Turkish treasures’

    Academic accidentally enters storage of British museum, discovers ‘looted Turkish treasures’

  4. Grotesque villas in Turkey’s west back on market after official permission

    Grotesque villas in Turkey’s west back on market after official permission

  5. West trying to cover up Khashoggi murder: Turkish FM

    West trying to cover up Khashoggi murder: Turkish FM
Orientalism on Ababri’s paintings ARTS & LIFE

Orientalism on Ababri’s paintings

It would be impossible to speak about Soufiane Ababri’s works without thinking about queer culture, violence, manhood, Orientalist narrative and art history.
TURKEY Scientists object to earthquake map

Scientists object to earthquake map
ARTS & LIFE Chris Brown released after rape complaint

Chris Brown released after rape complaint
ARTS & LIFE Roman bridge painted with graffiti

Roman bridge painted with graffiti
Academic accidentally enters storage of British museum, discovers ‘looted Turkish treasures’ PHOTO

Academic accidentally enters storage of British museum, discovers ‘looted Turkish treasures’
Man killed 74-year-old wife over social media feud TURKEY

Man killed 74-year-old wife over social media feud
Turkish boy dies after falling into cotton grinder at farm TURKEY

Turkish boy dies after falling into cotton grinder at farm
PHOTO 9 surprising facts about Turkish coffee

9 surprising facts about Turkish coffee

Dating back to the 15th century, Turkish coffee is more than a cup of beverage for the Turks. It is a symbol of friendship, a tool for fortune telling and an excuse for chit chatting. A cup of coffee is remembered for forty years, an old Turkish apothegm says. Click though for 9 interesting facts about Turkish coffee that you probably don’t know, compiled by İnci Hazal Özcan:
PHOTO 16 underrated UNESCO sites in Turkey

16 underrated UNESCO sites in Turkey

Turkey has been the host to many ancient civilizations and empires for ages. Its heritage can be seen in its preserved sites, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Some of them remain largely undiscovered, though. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, including the 16 UNESCO sites in Turkey that you should --but probably did not-- see. (Photos: Alamy)
PHOTO Top 10 archaeological discoveries of the year

Top 10 archaeological discoveries of the year

Nearly 350 archaeological excavations were carried out in 2018 in Turkey. The Culture and Tourism Ministry allocated 26 million Turkish Liras for the excavations. Nearly 50 rescue excavations are still continuing in the country. Click through for this year’s top 10 discoveries, ranked by Hürriyet's archaelogy reporter Ömer Erbil...
PHOTO Top 10 new restaurants in Turkey for 2019

Top 10 new restaurants in Turkey for 2019

New restaurants have popped up in Turkey’s three largest cities ahead of the 2019 season. The Hürriyet jury, composed of professional gourmets, travelers and food enthusiast journalists, has selected the top 10 new restaurants. Click through for the full list...
PHOTO Most underrated artifacts in Turkish museums

Most underrated artifacts in Turkish museums

From Asia to Europe, Turkey has been the host to many ancient civilizations for thousands of years. With its affluent sources of ancient ruins, Turkey is in the forefront when it comes to historical artifacts. Some of them are not as well-known by tourists as they deserve, like the history’s first love poem and a Viking graffiti in one of the greatest buildings ever built. Click through for the top 11 overlooked historical artifacts in Turkey...
PHOTO Best Turkish movies ranked by Hürriyet jury

Best Turkish movies ranked by Hürriyet jury

Since its beginning in 1914 with Fuat Uzkınay’s proto-documentary titled “The Demolition of Ayastefanos Monument,” Turkish cinema has produced dozens of masterpieces in several genres. Hürriyet Sunday’s jury composed of prominent directors, actors and cinema critics has picked the best movies of Turkish cinema. Click through for the top 50...
PHOTO Top 10 soup restaurants in Turkey, ranked by jury

Top 10 soup restaurants in Turkey, ranked by jury

Turkish cuisine is one of the richest in the world when it comes to soups. Most Turks prefer to begin their lunches and dinners with soup, which is why you can find an incredible variety and depth in this culinary area. Click through for the top 10 soup restaurants across Turkey, selected by the Hürriyet jury of gourmets and food researchers...
PHOTO Top 25 Turkish TV series, according to Forbes

Top 25 Turkish TV series, according to Forbes

Forbes magazine has announced the top 25 highest grossing Turkish TV series of the year. Click through for the full list...
PHOTO Top 5 weekend activities in Istanbul

Top 5 weekend activities in Istanbul

Istanbul presents unique experiences for those who want to escape from the intense week day into the weekend in the world’s only intercontinental city. Click through for the top five suggestions from Hürriyet Travel:
PHOTO Turkey puts spy gadgets on display

Turkey puts spy gadgets on display
Turkey’s top taxpayers announced by state, surprising some people PHOTO

Turkey’s top taxpayers announced by state, surprising some people
Foreigners snap up Istanbul’s iconic waterfront mansions PHOTO

Foreigners snap up Istanbul’s iconic waterfront mansions
Priceless Croesus Treasures exhibited in Turkeys west PHOTO

Priceless 'Croesus Treasures' exhibited in Turkey's west
PHOTO Turkeys mesmerizing Eastern Express

Turkey's mesmerizing Eastern Express
PHOTO Top 10 museums in Istanbul

Top 10 museums in Istanbul

Being the capital of three empires, Istanbul hosts 82 different museums. The Hürriyet jury, composed of eminent historians, travelers and journalists, has picked the top 10 museums in Istanbul. Click through for the full list...
PHOTO Top 10 street food venues in Turkey ranked by jury

Top 10 street food venues in Turkey ranked by jury

Street food is one of the most delicious ways to get to know a country and its culture. Hürriyet’s Gastronomy Jury has ranked the best street food venues in Turkey. Click through for the best of the best...
PHOTO Top 9 things to do in Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands

Top 9 things to do in Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands

The Princes’ Islands in the Marmara Sea present a unique opportunity for a short escape from Istanbul. Our jury has picked nine awesome activities that you can do on the islands. Click through for the story in photos...
PHOTO Top 15 exciting things to do in Turkey

Top 15 exciting things to do in Turkey
Turkey’s most peaceful village: Ildırı PHOTO

Turkey’s most peaceful village: Ildırı
World’s top 20 healthiest cities list has one Turkish town PHOTO

World’s top 20 healthiest cities list has one Turkish town
World’s weirdest museums list includes one Turkish venue PHOTO

World’s weirdest museums list includes one Turkish venue
PHOTO Top 10 hamams in Turkey, ranked

Top 10 hamams in Turkey, ranked
PHOTO Top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey

Top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey

Whether it is the gorgeous Bosphorus or the biblical River Euphrates, Turkey provides many options for those who would like to dine at a waterfront venue. Click through for the top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey selected by Hürriyet Travel’s jury of experts.
PHOTO Music and dance festivals in Turkey: 2018-2019

Music and dance festivals in Turkey: 2018-2019

Music and dance lovers can find something interesting for themselves this year, whether they like jazz or rock, latin or folk and whether they go to western or eastern Turkey... Click through for the 2018-2019 calendar for music and dance festivals in Turkey...
PHOTO 22 unique experiences you can live in Turkey

22 unique experiences you can live in Turkey

If you come to Turkey, you should not leave without experiencing at least some of its uniqueness. See, hear, feel, eat, travel, have fun and love in Turkish style. Click through our list of unique experiences that you can only have in Turkey...
PHOTO Top 10 natural marvels in Turkey, ranked

Top 10 natural marvels in Turkey, ranked
Turkey’s top 50 female CEOs PHOTO

Turkey’s top 50 female CEOs
Turkish doctors become social media influencers PHOTO

Turkish doctors become social media influencers
Most popular Turkish pilot on social media PHOTO

Most popular Turkish pilot on social media
PHOTO Best restaurants in Istanbul, ranked

Best restaurants in Istanbul, ranked
PHOTO Top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey, selected by experts

Top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey, selected by experts

Daily Hürriyet’s travel supplement, Seyahat, has listed the top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey. Click through for the story in photos...
PHOTO Top 29 must-try Turkish street foods

Top 29 must-try Turkish street foods

Turkey is frequently described as a paradise when it comes to cuisine. Along with that, it also has hidden treasures in its streets as well. Click through for the top 29 Turkish street foods from "wet" hamburger to roasted chestnut, selected by the gastronomy jury of daily Hürriyet...
PHOTO Top 20 museums in Turkey

Top 20 museums in Turkey

As a historic home to great civilizations like the Roman and Ottoman empires, Turkey has some of the world’s best museums. Click through for our top 20...
PHOTO Best gifts and souvenirs to buy from Turkey

Best gifts and souvenirs to buy from Turkey

Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
PHOTO 15 best hotels of Turkey in 2018

15 best hotels of Turkey in 2018

Tripadvisor’s annual list of best hotels has been published. Click through for the top 15 hotels in Turkey that won Travellers’ Choice 2018 awards with the votes of the website’s users.
PHOTO Top 9 places in Turkey for autumn holiday

Top 9 places in Turkey for autumn holiday

Those who have not been able to go on vacation over the summer or those who wish to extend their vacation can check Hürriyet Travel’s list for the best holiday destinations in Turkey in the month of September. Click through for the story in photos...