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Trump says US will not sell Turkey F-35 fighters, blames Obama

TURKEY S-400 missile deployment continues

S-400 missile deployment continues
TURKEY Turkey to send fourth ship to East Med, despite EU sanctions decision

Turkey to send fourth ship to East Med, despite EU sanctions decision
WORLD Greek Cypriot parties reject TRNC hydrocarbon proposal

Greek Cypriot parties reject TRNC hydrocarbon proposal
TURKEY Main opposition leader slams EU sanctions decision over drilling activities

Main opposition leader slams EU sanctions decision over drilling activities
TURKEY Turkey takes initiatives for sailors seized off Nigeria

Turkey takes initiatives for sailors seized off Nigeria
ARTS & LIFE Sultans of Jazz: Documentary to highlight Turks battle with racism

Sultans of Jazz: Documentary to highlight Turks' battle with racism

Turkey’s south piques scuba divers’ attention

Turkey’s south piques scuba divers’ attention

With its 640-kilometer-long coast and hundreds of beaches, Antalya welcomes millions of tourists every year.
ARTS & LIFE Painter’s life to be featured in film

Painter’s life to be featured in film
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Turkey bids farewell to kids killed by PKK explosive

Turkey bids farewell to kids killed by PKK explosive

Turkey has laid two siblings killed by PKK terrorists' explosive in rest in eastern Tunceli province on July 16.
Digital Turkey Version 1.0 completed 6 months early

Digital Turkey Version 1.0 completed 6 months early

Turkey completed a major step towards digital governance six months earlier than planned, the country's vice president said on July 16.
Private university tuition fees increased 20 percent

Private university tuition fees increased 20 percent

The tuition fees for universities run by private foundations increased 20 percent annually, a handbook released by the public authority in charge of university placements has revealed.
Abandoned fishing nets removed in five years

Abandoned fishing nets removed in five years

Turkey’s Agriculture and Forestry Ministry has carried out ghost net cleanups in seas in the last five years, removing 450,000 square meters of abandoned fishing nets claiming the lives of many marine creatures.
TURKEY Vandals paint 3,000-year-old tomb

Vandals paint 3,000-year-old tomb
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EU sanctions on Turkey over Cyprus unwise SERKAN DEMİRTAŞ
EU sanctions on Turkey over Cyprus unwise
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ARTS & LIFE Netflix deletes suicide scene

Netflix deletes suicide scene
Turkish economy sees total turnover rise 14.4% in May ECONOMY

Turkish economy sees total turnover rise 14.4% in May
Retail sales volume down 3.7% in May ECONOMY

Retail sales volume down 3.7% in May
More than 500,000 houses sold in H1 ECONOMY

More than 500,000 houses sold in H1

US fears Iran seized UAE-based tanker in Strait of Hormuz WORLD

US fears Iran seized UAE-based tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Von der Leyen confirmed as new European Commission president WORLD

Von der Leyen confirmed as new European Commission president
US House votes to condemn Trumps racist comments WORLD

US House votes to condemn Trump's 'racist comments'

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    EU sanctions on Turkey over Cyprus unwise

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    Turkey to send fourth ship to East Med, despite EU sanctions decision

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    Trump says US will not sell Turkey F-35 fighters, blames Obama

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    Main opposition leader slams EU sanctions decision over drilling activities

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Istanbul Photo Awards album published ARTS & LIFE

Istanbul Photo Awards album published

When it comes to the significant news events around the world, sometimes a photograph can convey a story more powerfully than a thousand words, wrote American photojournalist and author Deborah Copaken in the forward to this year’s Istanbul Photo Awards album.
ARTS & LIFE Salt Lake welcomes flamingo chicks

Salt Lake welcomes flamingo chicks
ARTS & LIFE Orhan Veli becomes 2nd most read poet

Orhan Veli becomes 2nd most read poet
PHOTO Turkish superstitions that will surprise you

Turkish superstitions that will surprise you
California exhibit paints Ed Hardy as artist, tattoo pioneer ARTS & LIFE

California exhibit paints Ed Hardy as artist, tattoo pioneer
Comic-Cons 50th edition to kick off ARTS & LIFE

Comic-Con's 50th edition to kick off
New York still seducing jazz artists ARTS & LIFE

New York still seducing jazz artists
PHOTO 5 hidden exotic paradises of Turkey

5 hidden exotic paradises of Turkey

Crystal clear waters, golden beaches and abundant natural heritages, along with thousands of artifacts and ruins from ancient times, the Anatolian lands intrigue many guests from overseas. But for those looking for a calmer journey in Turkey, the country still holds many uncharted summer destinations waiting to be discovered. Click through for five hidden exotic paradises of Turkey you should visit, as compiled by İnci Hazal Özcan:

PHOTO Turkey, a scuba diving paradise

Turkey, a scuba diving paradise

Deep, calm and soothing waters, numerous ancient underwater cities, centenary old shipwrecks and vivid aquatic life make Turkey one of the best vacation spots for adventurous scuba divers. The Anatolian lands and its surrounding turquoise-hued seas are paradises for prominent divers. Click through for four diving sites in Turkey that you definitely should not miss, compiled by İnci Hazal Özcan:

PHOTO 11 prominent Turkish painters of 20th century

11 prominent Turkish painters of 20th century

Don’t let the 150-year history of modern Turkish painting fool you; it is only the tip of the iceberg. Rooted in the 500-year history of traditional Ottoman miniaturization, the art of painting evolved in these lands when the society was released from Abdulhamid II’s tyrannical reign. Click through for 16 ingenious Turkish painters of the 20th century you should now about, as compiled by İnci Hazal Özcan:
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
French restaurant crowned worlds best ARTS & LIFE

French restaurant crowned world's best          
Caravaggio painting sold to mystery foreign buyer ARTS & LIFE

Caravaggio painting sold to mystery foreign buyer
Marvel re-releases Avengers as box office record looms ARTS & LIFE

Marvel re-releases 'Avengers' as box office record looms
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
Statues on top of Mount Nemrut await visitors ARTS & LIFE

Statues on top of Mount Nemrut await visitors
World’s weirdest museums list includes one Turkish venue PHOTO

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

World’s top 20 healthiest cities list has one Turkish town
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...