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Activist Peter Steudtner (2nd R) of Germany and Ali Gharavi (2nd L) of Sweden talk to the media after their release from Silivri prison in Istanbul on October 26, 2017. (Photo: AFP)

Human rights activists released from Turkish jail

Amnesty International's Andrew Gardner said the case was "a completely baseless prosecution that doesn't have a shred of...

26 Oct 2017 9:22 AM GMT

The authorities insist they are acting to ensure the security of citizens but activists say govt seeks to impose conservative morality. (Photo: Pixabay)

Istanbul district bans gay film festival

The once hugely popular annual gay pride rally in Istanbul has been blocked by authorities for three years in a row now.

25 Nov 2017 2:19 PM GMT

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Famed Istanbul modern art museum enters new era

The opening of Istanbul Modern was supported at the time by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

8 April 2018 6:56 AM GMT

Salt Bae gets his own wax statue

The wax figure claims its place in one of the chef's restaurants, Nusr-Et Sandal Bedesteni, located in Istanbul.

22 July 2018 9:00 AM GMT

Authorities officially introduced music in 2016. (Photo: AFP)

Musical ferry ride for music that speaks to the soul and calms mind

Istanbul's musical ferry can be a soulful experience, add it to your travel list.

26 May 2019 5:53 AM GMT

From discovering intense ancient traditions to falling in love with a diverse Turkish culture, this destination has the potential of giving you an experience of the lifetime. (Photo

5 must-visit places in Turkey

5 things you want to add to your Turkey itinerary.

22 May 2019 9:06 AM GMT

The pharmacys security footage shows her attending to the dog. Banu herself shared a video later showing her sweetly tending to the wounds on the paw. (Photo: Screengrab)

Heart-warming clip of injured stray dog goes viral; watch video

Turkish pharmacist tends to a stray dog that wandered in her pharmacy with an injured paw.

25 Jun 2019 6:57 AM GMT

Pope Francis. (AP)

Pope Francis hurt by Turkey's decision to turn Hagia Sophia into a...

'My thoughts go to Istanbul. I think of Santa Sophia and I am very pained,' the Pope said during his weekly blessing in...

13 July 2020 6:47 AM GMT

Mr. Turan Buls company, –zOsmanlÄ±Tesbih, makes the finest necklaces, rosaries, silver jewellery, childrens and adult jewellery.

–zOsmanlÄ±Tesbih crosses 1 lakh happy customers counts from all over...

In Istanbul, Turkey, –zOsmanlÄ±Tesbih is a rosary manufacture, processing, and sales store

10 July 2021 9:53 AM GMT

Students develop obstacle detecting device for blind

Students develop obstacle detecting device for blind

The white and red cane used by the blind could soon become a thing of the past, if a blind navigation device that...

28 Aug 2013 7:02 PM GMT

A worker carrying planks on the top of Istanbuls iconic marketplace, the Grand Bazar, during its renovation in Istanbul. (Photo: AFP)

Istanbul's Grand Bazar gets a new look

Numan, who owns a souvenir shop selling traditional pots and plates, said he believes the renovation will be a plus.

15 March 2017 1:39 AM GMT

Israelis love India and it was a pleasant surprise to be greeted so warmly abroad by people on the streets.

A home away from home

A melting pot for distinct cultures and faith, Israel offers a view of the world like few other countries do.

11 March 2017 8:11 PM GMT