Remains of the Day

WORLD

Sri Lanka deploys troops to contain growing prison unrest

Sri Lanka deployed troops to its main maximum-security prison in Colombo and two other jails on Aug. 7, following unsuccessful breakout attempts in which three inmates were killed and 23 wounded, a government minister said.

ECONOMY

Türkiye’s exports to target markets hit $94 billion in first half

Türkiye exported goods worth $94 billion to the 60 countries designated under its target markets strategy in the first six months of 2026, as part of efforts to diversify export destinations and expand into new markets.

SPORTS

Ecstatic Trabzonspor embraces Mohamed Salah

Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor officially unveiled superstar forward Mohamed Salah in front of a roaring crowd at Papara Park on Aug. 6 night, celebrating what club officials called one of the most historic transfer accomplishments in Turkish sports history.