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Psychologist, author Doğan Cüceloğlu loses his life

Psychologist, author Doğan Cüceloğlu loses his life

The renowned psychologist has been found dead at home by his spouse.

16 February 2021

CHP leader says Erdoğan is responsible for the deaths of 13 security personnel in Iraq

CHP leader says Erdoğan is responsible for the deaths of 13 security personnel in Iraq

The hostages held by the PKK lost their lives during a military operation to rescue them.

16 February 2021

Prof. Korur-Fincancı fined for insulting Erdoğan in 2013 tweet

Prof. Korur-Fincancı fined for insulting Erdoğan in 2013 tweet

Korur-Fincancı was put on trial because of a tweet criticizing then-PM Erdoğan during the Gezi Park protests.

16 February 2021

Trade Ministry files suit for closure of Osman Kavala's Anadolu Kültür

Trade Ministry files suit for closure of Osman Kavala's Anadolu Kültür

The ministry has alleged that Anadolu Kültür company is violating laws by acting in a similar way to non-profit organizations.

16 February 2021

'3,000 children diagnosed with cancer in Turkey every year'

INTERNATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER DAY

'3,000 children diagnosed with cancer in Turkey every year'

Childhood cancers are most common among children younger than five, the LÖSEV has said.

16 February 2021

Erdoğan's communications director targets HDP over killings of security personnel in Iraq

Erdoğan's communications director targets HDP over killings of security personnel in Iraq

"No one can clean the bloodshed and tears they caused by maligning HDP," the party has said in response to accusations.

16 February 2021

Olay TV: Efforts to launch new channel fail, 180 journalists left unemployed

Olay TV: Efforts to launch new channel fail, 180 journalists left unemployed

Launched in late 2020 to "bring back impartial reporting," Olay TV survived for only 26 days before it was closed down due to government pressure.

16 February 2021

AKP spokesperson accuses US of supporting terrorism

GARE OPERATION

AKP spokesperson accuses US of supporting terrorism

"Those who cannot clearly condemn the PKK terrorist organization cannot talk about the fight against terrorism," Çelik has said.

16 February 2021

After Erdoğan's rebuke, Blinken says PKK responsible for killings of Turkey's security personnel

After Erdoğan's rebuke, Blinken says PKK responsible for killings of Turkey's security personnel

The president lashed out at the US after it initially said it condemned the killings of captured security personnel in Iraq "if the reports were confirmed."

16 February 2021

Rights groups denounce 'unlawful' prison sentences in Özgür Gündem case

Rights groups denounce 'unlawful' prison sentences in Özgür Gündem case

The Human Rights Associations and Amnesty International have released statements after four people were given prison sentences on "terrorism" charges in the Özgür Gündem newspaper case.

15 February 2021

Turkey orders stay of execution for WhatsApp's new privacy policy

Turkey orders stay of execution for WhatsApp's new privacy policy

The messenger application announced last month that it updated its privacy policy.

15 February 2021

No progress in case of Hürmüz and Şimuni Diril for 405 days

PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION

No progress in case of Hürmüz and Şimuni Diril for 405 days

HDP deputy Gülüm has submitted a parliamentary question about the Chaldean couple who went missing in early 2020, pointing out that no progress has been made in the case.

15 February 2021

CHP MP reveals his parliamentary questions about kidnapped officers remained unanswered

CHP MP reveals his parliamentary questions about kidnapped officers remained unanswered

Thirteen military, police and intelligence officers held captive by the PKK were killed during a military rescue operation in Iraq's Kurdistan region.

15 February 2021

Highest price increases recorded in travel, furniture, vegetable oil during pandemic

INFLATION RESEARCH GROUP

Highest price increases recorded in travel, furniture, vegetable oil during pandemic

"Since February 2020, the Covid-19 outbreak has radically changed consumer and investor behavior," says the group's report.

15 February 2021

Four sentenced to prison in Özgür Gündem newspaper case

Four sentenced to prison in Özgür Gündem newspaper case

The court has convicted three defendants of "being a member of a terrorist organization" and one of "terrorist propaganda."

15 February 2021

Osman Kavala says his trial has become a 'theater of injustice'

Osman Kavala says his trial has become a 'theater of injustice'

CHP deputy Çakırözer has visited Kavala and Ahmet Altan in prison.

15 February 2021

Defense minister: Soldiers found bodies of 13 people held by PKK in Iraqi Kurdistan

Defense minister: Soldiers found bodies of 13 people held by PKK in Iraqi Kurdistan

Turkey has completed a four-day military operation in the territory of the Kurdistan Regional Government in northern Iraq, Akar has said.

14 February 2021

Erdoğan expects big success from Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University

Erdoğan expects big success from Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University

The president has visited the university named after him in his hometown.

12 February 2021

IPI condemns RTÜK fines on critical media outlets

IPI condemns RTÜK fines on critical media outlets

"RTÜK's fines targeting certain broadcasters that continue to air critical coverage are part of a clear pattern to punish free media," says the IPI's Turkey coordinator.

12 February 2021

Actor Efecan Şenolsun acquitted of sexually harassing colleague

Actor Efecan Şenolsun acquitted of sexually harassing colleague

"Male justice is served," attorney Eyüboğlu said after the court decision.

12 February 2021

New faculties in Boğaziçi aimed at 'creating staff to work with new rector'

New faculties in Boğaziçi aimed at 'creating staff to work with new rector'

Amid the protests against his appointment of a new rector to Boğaziçi University, President Erdoğan ordered the establishment of two new faculties in an overnight decision.

12 February 2021 Ruken Tuncel

Storm causes injuries, damage in western Turkey

Storm causes injuries, damage in western Turkey

İzmir was hit by floods for the second time this month.

12 February 2021

Turkey set to begin vaccinating people over 65 as Erdoğan receives second dose

Turkey set to begin vaccinating people over 65 as Erdoğan receives second dose

About 2.8 million people, including more than a million health workers, have been vaccinated since January 14.

12 February 2021

Turkey reports 7,590 new coronavirus cases with 94 deaths

Turkey reports 7,590 new coronavirus cases with 94 deaths

The country's case tally is over 2.5 million while the death toll has reached 27,187, according to the Health Ministry.

12 February 2021

Court blocks access to reports about appointment of rector's son to presidential agency

Court blocks access to reports about appointment of rector's son to presidential agency

Taha Hülagü was appointed as a museum manager as soon as he graduated from university.

12 February 2021

Boğaziçi protests: Court rejects appeal against student's arrest for running Twitter account

Boğaziçi protests: Court rejects appeal against student's arrest for running Twitter account

Beyza Buldağ has been remanded in custody for allegedly running a Twitter account and creating a group on WhatsApp supporting the protests.

12 February 2021

Report documents rights violations in Kurdish-majority regions in 2020

HUMAN RIGHTS ASSOCIATION

Report documents rights violations in Kurdish-majority regions in 2020

More than 100 people were subjected to torture and maltreatment, 16 civilians lost their lives in the conflict and the right to assembly was often restricted, according to the Human Rights Association.

12 February 2021

Attorneys: Police threatened families of Boğaziçi protesters

Attorneys: Police threatened families of Boğaziçi protesters

Some families were called and told by the police that their children's future will be "ruined," according to the attorneys.

11 February 2021

Turkey saw record high temperatures in 72 locations in January

Turkey saw record high temperatures in 72 locations in January

The country's average temperature in January was twice as high as it was in the previous years, says the state meteorological service.

11 February 2021

Parliament to 'evaluate' top court decision for dismissed MP's reinstatement

Parliament to 'evaluate' top court decision for dismissed MP's reinstatement

The Constitutional Court ruled on January 21 for the second time that Berberoğlu's right to be elected was violated after he was stripped of MP status.

11 February 2021

Euronews to shut down Turkish service

Euronews to shut down Turkish service

About 30 Euronews employees will be dismissed, according to a union.

11 February 2021

Academics from ITU, GSU express support for Boğaziçi University protests

Academics from ITU, GSU express support for Boğaziçi University protests

Academics of the two İstanbul universities have gathered on their respective campuses.

11 February 2021