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politics Mar 9, 2026, 9:11 AM
Ekrem Imamoglu faces trial amid allegations of political persecution - Ekrem Imamoglu, Istanbul's mayor, is on trial alongside 400 defendants for alleged corruption.
- The charges against him include establishing a criminal organization and engaging in corruption.
- Many view the trial as a politically motivated attempt by the government to silence opposition.
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science Dec 19, 2025, 2:00 PM
Istanbul's bird palaces reflect Ottoman architectural complexity - Istanbul is home to many ornate birdhouses, reflecting the Ottoman era's architectural styles.
- These bird palaces served to protect the city's bird population and were designed to harmonize with local mosques.
- The birdhouses highlight the intersection of art, charity, and ecology in Ottoman society.
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politics Nov 29, 2025, 7:45 AM
Pope Leo XIV visits Blue Mosque but refuses to pray during historic trip - Pope Leo XIV started his trip to Turkey by visiting Istanbul's Blue Mosque, a significant Islamic site.
- During the visit, the pope removed his shoes in respect but declined an invitation to pray.
- The visit highlights ongoing efforts for interfaith dialogue amidst rising tensions in the Middle East.
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society Nov 26, 2025, 10:31 AM
11 arrested after Turkish-German family's tragic hotel poisoning - A Turkish-German family fell ill during their holiday in Istanbul, leading to the tragic deaths of four family members.
- Preliminary reports indicated their deaths were caused by exposure to phosphine gas from pesticide used in their hotel.
- Authorities have arrested 11 people in connection with the incident, raising concerns about hotel safety standards in Turkey.
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science Nov 13, 2025, 4:23 PM
British tourist dies after hair transplant and dental treatment in Turkey - A 36-year-old British man had both a hair transplant and dental treatments in Turkey.
- He experienced health complications post-treatment and died shortly after.
- An investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death has been launched.
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