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TURKEY Nine detained over attack on opposition leader at funeral

Nine detained over attack on opposition leader at funeral
TURKEY Attack on opposition leader investigated thoroughly: Erdoğan

Attack on opposition leader investigated thoroughly: Erdoğan
TURKEY Terror attack forged stronger bond between Turkey, N Zealand: Ambassador

Terror attack forged stronger bond between Turkey, N Zealand: Ambassador
WORLD US to end Iran oil waivers to 8 countries, including Turkey

US to end Iran oil waivers to 8 countries, including Turkey
‘Whirling dervishes’ mark Gallipoli campaign

‘Whirling dervishes’ mark Gallipoli campaign

Followers of the Sufi Mevlevi Order have commemorated the landing of foreign troops during World War I.
TURKEY Building collapses in Istanbul’s Kağıthane

Building collapses in Istanbul’s Kağıthane
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PKK militants nabbed in Iraq brought to Turkey

PKK militants nabbed in Iraq brought to Turkey

At least four PKK militants were brought to Turkey from northern Iraq after they were nabbed in an intelligence operation, security sources said on April 22.

Turkish forces detain 34 FETÖ suspects

Turkish forces detain 34 FETÖ suspects

Turkish security forces on April 22 detained 34 suspects, including on-duty soldiers, for their alleged links to FETÖ, judicial sources said.

Teacher who claims to be Jesus suspended

Teacher who claims to be Jesus suspended

A teacher in the Mediterranean province of Antalya was suspended on April 22 after he told his student that he is Jesus.
Turkish agency opens clinic for Rohingya Muslims

Turkish agency opens clinic for Rohingya Muslims

Turkey’s state-run aid agency opened a clinic in Rakhine state, homeland of Rohingya Muslims in western Myanmar, on April 22.
TURKEY Turkish Parliaments 99th anniversary

Turkish Parliament's 99th anniversary
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US support to PKK actual irritant to Ankara, not S-400 BARÇIN YİNANÇ
US support to PKK actual irritant to Ankara, not S-400
Life continues YUSUF KANLI
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ARTS & LIFE Turkey launches anthropology DNA lab

Turkey launches anthropology DNA lab
Consumer confidence up 6.9 percent in April ECONOMY

Consumer confidence up 6.9 percent in April
Cengiz Insaat bids on highway projects in Bosnia ECONOMY

Cengiz Insaat bids on highway projects in Bosnia
Turkey, US establishing trade working group: Minister TURKEY

Turkey, US establishing trade working group: Minister

Ukraine comedian Zelensky wins presidency in landslide WORLD

Ukraine comedian Zelensky wins presidency in landslide

Sri Lanka says international network involved in attacks WORLD

Sri Lanka says international network involved in attacks
Sudan military warns against road blocks as protests continue WORLD

Sudan military warns against road blocks as protests continue
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  1. US to end Iran oil waivers to 8 countries, including Turkey

    US to end Iran oil waivers to 8 countries, including Turkey

  2. Nine detained over attack on opposition leader at funeral

    Nine detained over attack on opposition leader at funeral

  3. Building collapses in Istanbul’s Kağıthane

    Building collapses in Istanbul’s Kağıthane

  4. Teacher who claims to be Jesus suspended

    Teacher who claims to be Jesus suspended

  5. US support to PKK actual irritant to Ankara, not S-400

    US support to PKK actual irritant to Ankara, not S-400
Easternmost province ‘old haunt’ of birds PHOTO

Easternmost province ‘old haunt’ of birds

The Turkish province of Iğdır bordering Armenia, Iran and Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic hosts some 330 bird species during the spring season.

TURKEY Turks pitch tents for thrifty vacations

Turks pitch tents for thrifty vacations
ARTS & LIFE Van girls’ choir to perform in Istanbul

Van girls’ choir to perform in Istanbul

ARTS & LIFE Women’s freedom through TV & films

Women’s freedom through TV & films
Turkish actor Kural sentenced to 16 months in domestic violence case TURKEY

Turkish actor Kural sentenced to 16 months in domestic violence case
Video shows last moments of two paragliders who died in Fethiye TURKEY

Video shows last moments of two paragliders who died in Fethiye
Turkey deals huge blow on organized crime TURKEY

Turkey deals huge blow on organized crime

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...