Police seize jewels worth $30M in diamond smuggler raid at Istanbul’s historic Grand Bazaar The Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s most visited tourist sites The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Desperate search for Russian swimmer who went missing in cross-Bosphorus race 100 vessels were monitoring swimmers during the race The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2025
Besiktas release Ridvan Yilmaz statements as exit-bound Rangers star 'very happy' Yilmaz is poised to complete a return to Besiktas and they've been updating fans The National (Scotland) · Aug 23, 2025
Baby gorilla rescued from plane cargo recuperates in Istanbul ahead of return home to Nigeria An infant gorilla that was rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recuperating at an Istanbul zoo ahead of a return to his natural habitat in Nigeria. The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025
Fred Durst swats down a drone during Limp Bizkit's Istanbul gig Fred Durst's set was briefly interrupted by the appearance of a drone - before he took matters into his own hands. BANG Premier · Aug 19, 2025
Opetaia faces prospect of Turkey title defence Australia's pound-for-pound king Jai Opetaia could be forced to defend his IBF cruiserweight title in Istanbul. AAP · Aug 19, 2025
‘Being short is a curse’: the men paying thousands to get their legs broken – and lengthened It looks like medieval torture, from the metal rods inserted into sawn bones to the months of agonising recovery. But to some, travelling to Turkey to gain a few inches is a (very high) price worth paying The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2025
Why people reclaim words meant to insult them – and how this has become a powerful tool for protest In 2013, a wave of protests began in Turkey in opposition to the planned demolition of Gezi Park in Istanbul. The protests soon evolved into mass anti-government demonstrations, and a landmark moment in the country’s history of resistance. The Conversation · Aug 12, 2025
After Jennifer Lopez Is Denied Entry By Chanel, Bethenny Frankel Blasts Brand For Her Own Store Rejection "They don't deserve the business." Bored Panda · Aug 12, 2025
One killed and dozens injured after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul. Euronews · Aug 11, 2025
August full moon 2025 captivates skywatchers worldwide as Sturgeon Moon lights up the sky (photos) The 2025 full 'Sturgeon Moon' graced the night sky on Aug. 9. Space · Aug 10, 2025
Capturing romance in sunset photo shoots on Istanbul’s Golden Horn Under Istanbul’s old Galata Bridge, there’s a nondescript concrete landing that juts out into the waters of the Golden Horn. The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025
Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya's stability Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has hosted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Libyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah in Istanbul for a summit focused on migration and Libya’s political stability The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025
Turkey joins host of countries eyeing F1 race – and could step-in as soon as 2026 While the 2026 F1 calendar has been set, Istanbul Park would be willing to host if an event was cancelled The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025
The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025 British Airways: ‘Yes, you can travel a few hours earlier – for an extra £900’ Plane Talk: Why don't airlines encourage passengers to travel on an earlier flight if seats are available?
Autosport · Jul 29, 2025 Turkey ready to rejoin F1 calendar should others cancel Formula 1 confirmed its 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host a race as early as next year if any event is forced to cancel.
Motorsport · Jul 29, 2025 Turkey prepared to step in for 2026 F1 calendar if other circuits cancel Formula 1 confirmed the 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host an F1 race as early as next year if any race is forced to cancel.
Euronews · Jul 28, 2025 How much is rent in Europe’s city centres, and how much has it changed since 2020? The eye-watering prices of rent in city centres across Europe keeps increasing, with only five European cities having average rents below €2,000 for a three-bedroom apartment, according to a new report from Deutsche Bank.
Euronews · Jul 27, 2025 Ice cream for breakfast? These European destinations serve sweet local treats worth travelling Whether you’re wandering the streets of Palermo or exploring Istanbul, there’s ice cream worth seeking out.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 26, 2025 Sanctions loom as Iran and Europe revisit nuclear deal in Istanbul talks In a renewed bid to defuse tensions and revive diplomacy, Iranian and European diplomats met in Istanbul on Friday to discuss Tehran’s nuclear programme.
Euronews · Jul 25, 2025 Iran and E3 nations agree to resume nuclear talks after no breakthrough in Istanbul The E3 nations reiterated that the "snapback" mechanism remains an option if Tehran fails to cooperate with the IAEA and reduce its stockpile of enriched uranium.
Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2025 Iran holds ‘frank’ nuclear talks with European powers amid sanctions threat Diplomatic meeting in Istanbul between Tehran and E3 countries is first since Israel and US attacked Iran in mid-June.
Euronews · Jul 24, 2025 Tehran ready for nuclear talks if US takes steps to rebuild trust, Iranian official says Iran is set to meet on Friday in Istanbul with Britain, France and Germany, known as the E3 nations, and the European Union’s deputy foreign policy commissioner.
The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025 Passenger who died mid-flight en route to San Francisco is identified The passenger suffered a medical emergency while the plane was mid-air, Turkish Airlines told The Independent in a statement.
The Conversation · Jul 24, 2025 Russia-Ukraine talks: both sides play for time and wait for Donald Trump’s 50 days to run out Russia and Ukraine met in Istanbul on July 23 for a third round of talks since face-to-face negotiations resumed in May. Expectations were low. Two previous rounds have yielded very few concrete results, apart from agreements on prisoner exchanges and the return of the bodies of soldiers killed in action.