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London, Istanbul, Paris: These are Europe’s busiest airports for 2025

With global passenger numbers hitting nearly 10 billion in 2025, Europe’s airports performed particularly well in the world ranking for international traffic only.

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The failed coup of July 2016: Turkey's 'turning point'

Turkey's 2016 coup attempt marked a turning point for the nation. This event led to widespread purges and detentions across state institutions. President Erdogan consolidated his power, transforming the political system significantly. The judiciary and military faced substantial reforms and purges. These changes continue to impact Turkish society and its…

The Economic Times

34 Charming Moments Of Human-Animal Interactions Captured Across Istanbul By This Street Photographer

Istanbul’s streets are full of stories, and photographer Mehmet Esen has a talent for spotting the ones starring the city’s cats and dogs. His candid images capture animals resting amid busy crowds, riding public transportation, interacting with strangers, and confidently claiming their place in the urban landscape. Photographed in both…

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Presenting: The Ultimate Beauty Insider's Guide to Turkey

From hammams to high-tech aesthetics.

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Israel's recognition of the Armenian genocide unsettles Turkey and Azerbaijan

Israel's parliament voted on 29 June 2026 to recognise the 1915 Armenian genocide, breaking with decades of official reticence on the issue. RFI spoke to three regional experts to unpack the politics behind the vote and its fallout: Gerald Steinberg, professor at Bar-Ilan University in Tel Aviv; Richard Giragossian, director…

Radio France Internationale

I sail the world in a replica 10th-century Viking longboat

Every year I spend six to eight weeks on board – it has brought new friendships and showed me how generous people can be

The Guardian - UK

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.

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IO Interactive regains full ownership of Project Fantasy from XBOX, but closes one of its studios

IO Interactive has regained full ownership of Project Fantasy after Xbox ended its funding partnership. The studio says development will continue independently, but it has also confirmed the closure of its Istanbul studio as part of broader restructuring.

Windows Central

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

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan, Turkiye progress interconnected; PM Sharif, President Erdogan discuss trade, defence in Istanbul

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed strong support for Turkiye, stating their successes are intertwined. During a joint press conference in Istanbul, both nations pledged to boost bilateral trade to USD 5 billion, a significant jump from the current USD 1.3 billion. Defence cooperation was highlighted as a key driver…

The Economic Times

Turkish comedian arrested for 'insulting' Islam and Erdogan

Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş was arrested at Istanbul Airport on Thursday following a stand-up show posted to YouTube. The 32-year-old faces multiple probes, including "publicly insulting religious values" and insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Euronews

Historic Istanbul, a spotlight on South Africa, and Indian made easy: the best summer cookbooks for 2026 – review

Essential new titles for your kitchen shelf – plus a classic to rediscover

The Guardian - UK

The most visited city doesn't mean the most loved

Bangkok was named the world's most visited city for 2025 by Euromonitor International, drawing an estimated 30.3 million international arrivals, ahead of Hong Kong, London, Macao, and Istanbul. Thailand expects that number to climb further in 2026, with 34.9 million foreign visitors forecast and tourism revenue projected at 1.63 trillion…

Bangkok Post

No God But Us by Bobuq Sayed review – a buzzy and political queer love story

Two gay Afghan men find each other in Istanbul, in a much-hyped debut that fails to sustain the killer energy of its opening act

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Turkey police detain dozens at LGBT+ Pride event in Istanbul

Turkish police on Sunday detained at least 50 people, including a journalist, during a LGBT+ Pride event in Istanbul that went ahead despite a ban by local authorities. Homosexuality is not illegal in Turkey, but since 2015, the annual Pride march has been almost systematically banned and suppressed.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky threatens Kyiv will pre-emptively attack Putin’s facilities linked to war

Trump says 'courageous' Zelensky is 'doing pretty well' in the war against Russia

Euronews

Venice to Istanbul: Explore more of the Balkans on the Golden Eagle Danube Express

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has refreshed its ‘Balkan Explorer’ rail route with an overnight stay in Belgrade, new Croatian stops and extended time in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The Independent UK

A direct train connecting three popular European cities has restarted – with tickets costing £25

The budget rail journey connects Bucharest, Sofia and Istanbul with a daily service

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Professor Mohamed Shamji Assumes Presidency of EAACI as Congress 2026 Concludes in Istanbul

ISTANBUL, June 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) has successfully concluded its Annual Congress 2026 in Istanbul, bringing together 7,429 delegates from 110 countries under the theme "Vision Zero: A Future Free from Allergy and Asthma Burden."Over four days of scientific exchange,…

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Direct trains from Bucharest to Istanbul, Sofia and Varna have restarted until October

Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27.

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Hair Transplant in Turkey: A Smart Guide for Australian Patients

Thinking about a hair transplant in Turkey? Compare techniques, costs, clinic quality and what to organise before you fly.

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Deepening Local Markets to Create Long-Term Value: Zoomlion Steers Global Localization Forward

ISTANBUL, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At the recently concluded KOMATEK 2026 exhibition, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion"; 1157.HK) made a powerful impression under the theme "Innovation for Value". Showcasing over 40 advanced products alongside its localized sales and service framework, the company garnered extensive acclaim…

International Business Times UK

Turkey Launches Major Porn Crackdown: 27 Adult Stars Face Up to 10 Years in Jail Over Online Se*ual Content

Turkey's crackdown on adult content has led to potential 10-year sentences for 27 influencers, sparking debate over obscenity laws and digital rights amid a major financial investigation.

AAP

Zoomlion's Humanoid Robot Z01 Shines at KOMATEK 2026, Showcasing Advances in Embodied AI and Industrial Robotics

ISTANBUL, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion") attracted widespread attention at KOMATEK 2026 in Istanbul with the appearance of its humanoid robot Z01. Alongside more than 40 high-end construction machinery exhibits that secured orders exceeding RMB 1 billion, Z01 emerged as one…

Sports Illustrated

‘World Cup of Chaos’—Referee Expecting to Make History Denied Entry to U.S.

The official from Somalia flew from Istanbul to Miami with a diplomatic passport.

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