Don't Try Running From California Highway Patrol's New Camaro California Highway Patrol’s last Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE joins the fleet with a 6.2-liter V8 and 455 horsepower on tap. Motor1 · Sep 30
In 2017, Gloucestershire processed 35,000 tonnes of food and farm waste into biogas; the result generated 4.56 GWh of power for 1,400 homes at Rose Hill Recycling Rose Hill Recycling story ultimately shows how an everyday environmental problem can become an opportunity for resource recovery. In 2017, the Dymock facility was processing up to 35,000 tonnes of food and farm waste per year and using anaerobic digestion and CHP technology to transform organic material into renewable electricity… The Economic Times · Sep 20
Erdogan to sidestep Turkey’s constitutional term limits in early 2028 vote, adviser says Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to run in an early election in 2028 in order to circumvent the constitutional term limits he would face if he serves out his full current term, a top adviser said Thursday. Under Turkey's constitution, parliament can trigger early elections given the support of… France 24 · Sep 17
Turkey's Kılıçdaroğlu opens door to İmamoğlu presidential bid in Euronews interview In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Kılıçdaroğlu defended his court-ordered return to the CHP leadership, said İmamoğlu is not a political prisoner but should not have been detained, and left the door open to backing İmamoğlu in a presidential bid. Euronews · Sep 8
4 killed as car plunges off California mountain road The California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash near Wrightwood The Independent UK · Sep 5
Big rig left dangling over California bridge after crash leaves driver injured The truck driver was reportedly ejected from the vehicle and injured The Independent UK · Aug 29
Jailed Istanbul mayor Imamoglu joins new opposition party amid political turmoil Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has joined a new political party. This move follows a court order impacting his former party's leadership. The new party aims to challenge President Tayyip Erdogan's long rule. Imamoglu faces corruption charges which he denies. The opposition's splintering could benefit the president's prospects. The Economic Times · Aug 13
Turkey's new opposition party offers hope, but its future is already in jeopardy The launch of the Yeni Party in Turkey promises to energise the country's struggling opposition. But while some polls show it leading, it remains vulnerable – already beset by arrests it says are "politically motivated". Radio France Internationale · Aug 8
After teargas, protests and legal strife, Turkey has a new opposition party. Is this the man who can defeat Erdoğan? Under Özgür Özel, the CHP became Turkey’s most popular party. Now his Yeni (New) movement is growing fast, says the Istanbul-based novelist Kaya Genç The Guardian - UK · Jul 31
Turkish police detain actor-turned-mayor Erdal Besikcioglu in latest raids targeting opposition Police have detained a former TV actor-turned-mayor in the latest wave of arrests targeting the opposition The Independent UK · Jul 30
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Turkey's main opposition splits as Ozgur Ozel launches new party Turkey's opposition leader Ozgur Ozel announced his departure from the Republican People's Party. He and his allies are forming a new political party after a court ruling. This move follows a court decision that reinstated former leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu. Ozel stated the new party marks a hopeful new beginning for… The Times of India · Jul 21
Court ejects Istanbul mayor from corruption trial ISTANBUL - Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul and a leading opposition figure, was removed again from court on Wednesday, at the latest hearing in his trial for corruption, Turkish media said. Bangkok Post · Jul 8
Dinner diplomacy: Von der Leyen and Erdoğan’s working dinner comes with a side of tension European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will have to chew over much more than just hors d'oeuvres Wednesday evening at a working dinner with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Observers expect her to weigh papering over disputes from both sides with the country's geostrategic value. Euronews · Jul 8
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6 Turkey intensifies crackdown on public life in run-up to Nato summit in Ankara More than 200 arrested in raids, comedian and journalists jailed, gay-friendly cruise turned away and protests banned
Radio France Internationale · Jun 27 Turkey opposition worries that Europe is sacrificing democracy for security Turkey's main opposition says its Western allies are failing to respond as a widening crackdown by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government targets its leaders and elected mayors.
The Conversation · Jun 1 Turkish democracy on trial: how Erdoğan’s rule has undermined justice and weakened his rivals There has been unrest across Turkey after an appeals court annulled the results of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) 2023 leadership election, deposing the popular winner Özgür Özel.
Radio France Internationale · May 30 Turkey enters political unknown after police raid opposition party headquarters Turkey's main opposition CHP was thrown into fresh disarray Saturday as court-installed leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu made his first visit to party headquarters since a controversial court ruling scrapped a 2023 party primary. Ozgur Ozel, the CHP leader ousted by the decision, called for an urgent congress, telling thousands at an…
Euronews · May 26 Turkish police use water cannon ahead of deposed opposition leader's speech in Izmir The CHP is level with the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) in most recent opinion polls and although the next election is not due until 2028, many expect Erdoğan to push for early elections.
International Business Times UK · May 26 Has Daleza Fregoso Been Found? Ruben Fregoso's Land Rover Found Empty in LA, 4-Year-Old Girl Still Missing A four-year-old girl, Daleza Fregoso, is missing in Los Angeles. An Amber Alert was issued after a vehicle linked to her suspected abductor was found empty, prompting an urgent search.
The Independent UK · May 25 Turkish police storm opposition party headquarters as leadership dispute turns violent Standoff began after appeals court nullified Ozgur Ozel’s election as CHP chairman and stipulated that his predecessor Kemal Kilicdaroglu replace him
Bangkok Post · May 25 Turkey riot police use tear gas to take opposition party HQ ANKARA - Hundreds of Turkish riot police firing teargas forced their way into the Ankara headquarters of the country's main opposition party on Sunday, days after a court had dismissed its leadership, AFP journalists saw.
The Guardian - UK · May 24 The Guardian view on Erdoğan’s tightening grip on Turkey: the next election is already being decided Editorial: The removal of an opposition party leader and closure of a liberal university show an authoritarian democracy moving closer to one-man rule
Euronews · May 24 Turkish police use tear gas to break into CHP headquarters Turkish riot police used tear gas and forced their way into the Ankara headquarters of the main opposition CHP party after a court dismissed its leadership, as supporters blocked entrances in defiance of the ruling.
Euronews · May 24 Turkish police storm main opposition headquarters with tear gas Officers used tear gas inside the CHP building in Ankara to enforce a controversial judicial decision reinstating former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The intrusion has sparked fierce resistance from current party officials, who accuse Kılıçdaroğlu of deploying "mafia thugs" to seize power.