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Journalist Barış Pehlivan writes column article from prison

Journalist Barış Pehlivan writes column article from prison

The journalist shared his observations from the prison in his first article that he wrote behind bars.

Sputnik Turkey journalists go on strike

Sputnik Turkey journalists go on strike

After the union announced its intention to launch a strike, Sputnik Turkey had dismissed 24 unionized employees.

HDP office vandalized in Iğdır

HDP office vandalized in Iğdır

The incident was captured by a nearby security camera.

Construction workers' strike in Tanzania ends with gains

Construction workers' strike in Tanzania ends with gains

Workers of a Turkey-based company had been on a strike in Tanzania for two weeks for their unpaid wages.

18 August 2023 Vecih Cuzdan,Ali Dinç

Prisoner on hunger strike for 117 days demands transfer

Prisoner on hunger strike for 117 days demands transfer

Nedim Öztürk was transferred to a high-security prison after his release was postponed.

17 August 2023 Ayça Söylemez

'Everywhere has turned into a place of torture'

MEETINGS WITH RIGHTS ORGANİZATİONS

'Everywhere has turned into a place of torture'

"Lately, even journalists have shown decreased interest in human rights-related issues," says Ümit Efe, an executive of the Human Rights Foundation of Turkey.

17 August 2023 Nedim Türfent,Vecih Cuzdan

Child abuse incident leads to anti-refugee protests in Urfa

Child abuse incident leads to anti-refugee protests in Urfa

After a Syrian man was arrested for abusing a child in Urfa, local residents took to the streets and vandalized shops owned by refugees.

Public employees stage one-day strike over government's low raise proposal

Public employees stage one-day strike over government's low raise proposal

As the government's offer failed to meet their expectations, members of the KESK union confederation carried out a one-day work stoppage across the country.

'Local press in Urfa has forgotten the earthquakes'

SIX MONTHS ON FROM TURKEY EARTHQUAKES

'Local press in Urfa has forgotten the earthquakes'

"The issues have multiplied. But they are all forgotten and left behind the next day... The media doesn't pursue them," says journalist Ali Leylak.

16 August 2023 Hikmet Adal

İstanbul Municipality workers continue protest for improved wages

İstanbul Municipality workers continue protest for improved wages

Workers of a subsidiary of the municipality want to benefit from a recently signed collective labor agreement.

Turkey breaks temperature record with 49.5°C in Eskişehir

Turkey breaks temperature record with 49.5°C in Eskişehir

The Central Anatolian province has seen the highest-ever temperature measured in the country.

Journalist Barış Pehlivan surrenders to prison

Journalist Barış Pehlivan surrenders to prison

Pehlivan was not allowed to benefit from a recent law amendment preventing those who were released during the pandemic from returning to prison.

Hate attack on bianet editor's family on parliamentary agenda

Hate attack on bianet editor's family on parliamentary agenda

Ruken Tuncel's sister was injured during the attack last week.

Prisoner's drawing materials seized during cell raid

Prisoner's drawing materials seized during cell raid

The justification for confiscating the pens was cited as "drawing party flags and symbols."

İstanbul mayor signals re-run in upcoming local elections

İstanbul mayor signals re-run in upcoming local elections

Following the defeat in the general elections, Ekrem İmamoğlu, a leading figure "change" movement in the main opposition party, indicated that he is embarking on a mission to "defend İstanbul" ahead of the local elections.

CHP denies allegations of funding Workers' Party campaign

CHP denies allegations of funding Workers' Party campaign

Both parties have announced that they initiated legal proceedings against the journalist who made the allegation.

Fire breaks out at Ankara waste paper recycling plant

Fire breaks out at Ankara waste paper recycling plant

With the increasing number of fires in waste recycling facilities in recent years, there were mounting allegations that those fires were intentionally ignited.

Turkey's largest cities experienced highest migration influx and outflow in 2022

Turkey's largest cities experienced highest migration influx and outflow in 2022

Nearly one-fifth of those who migrated between cities were seeking better housing and living conditions, according to TurkStat data.

Locals call for urgent response to wildfires in Diyarbakır, Hakkari

Locals call for urgent response to wildfires in Diyarbakır, Hakkari

Residents complained about the late response and lack of cooling efforts.

30 years on: The Digor Massacre

30 years on: The Digor Massacre

During the intense conflict in the country's Kurdish regions in the 1990s, villagers in Kars who protested against the practices of the security forces were confronted with gunfire, leading to the loss of 17 lives, including children.

Discrimination allegations against Alevi minority following earthquakes on parliamentary agenda

Discrimination allegations against Alevi minority following earthquakes on parliamentary agenda

Post-earthquake reconstruction efforts have overlooked Alevi villages in Maraş, in addition to other problems, according to a local religious association.

Google Doodle pays tribute to Turkey's first woman astronomer on her birthday

Google Doodle pays tribute to Turkey's first woman astronomer on her birthday

Born on August 14, 1910, Prof. Nüzhet Gökdoğan was one of the country's first woman scientists.

Inadequate inspections result in reclassification of damaged homes in Kilis

SIX MONTHS ON FROM TURKEY EARTHQUAKES

Inadequate inspections result in reclassification of damaged homes in Kilis

In Kilis, one of the least-affected provinces from the earthquake, people are reluctant to leave their damaged homes, experts warn.

14 August 2023 Emine Algan

Perseid meteor shower observed across Turkey

Perseid meteor shower observed across Turkey

Sky enthusiasts observed the annual meteor shower in various locations across the country.

İstanbul University defends academics after criticism over 'gender dysphoria' study

İstanbul University defends academics after criticism over 'gender dysphoria' study

The pro-government media accused the academics of "changing sexes of minors," citing an article published in a peer-reviewed journal.

Turkey's broad unemployment rate surpasses 24% in June

Turkey's broad unemployment rate surpasses 24% in June

While the narrow unemployment rate remains in single digits, there was a notable increase in the broad unemployment rate.

bianet editor's family faces racist harassment by neighbors

bianet editor's family faces racist harassment by neighbors

Ruken Tuncel's family members were subjected to assault and harassment, accompanied by accusations of "terrorism."

11 August 2023 Hikmet Adal

Challenging conditions drive unsanctioned building boom in Malatya after quakes

SIX MONTHS ON FROM TURKEY EARTHQUAKES

Challenging conditions drive unsanctioned building boom in Malatya after quakes

The earthquakes resulted in a displacement of coordinates in the province, which led to a temporary suspension of new construction permits.

11 August 2023 Demet Aran

'Claw' operations: Soldier succumbs to injuries, bringing two-day death toll to seven

'Claw' operations: Soldier succumbs to injuries, bringing two-day death toll to seven

The clashes have intensified in Turkey's military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan Region.

Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes eastern Turkey

Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes eastern Turkey

Twenty-two people have been injured in the quake, including some leaping from balconies, according to the authorities.

Aysu Türkoğlu becomes first woman from Turkey to swim across North Channel

Aysu Türkoğlu becomes first woman from Turkey to swim across North Channel

Türkoğlu completed the 40-kilometer route in nearly 12 hours.

Court accepts indictment against Kurdish journalist Mehmet Şah Oruç

Court accepts indictment against Kurdish journalist Mehmet Şah Oruç

The journalist is facing 22 years in prison on "terrorism-related" charges based on his news reports and social media posts.