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21 May 2012 Monday

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Turkish economy grows 11.7 percent in a stunning upturn

Sezen Aksu to perform in London this October

Watch the new Turkish Airlines commercial starring Kobe Bryant

Turkish PM Erdoğan's mother dies

Turkish Prime Minister Erdoğan loses 88 year-old mother

Britain Reiterated İts Support to Turkey's EU Bid

During his speech, Minister Bagis also referred to the opportunities to be provided by Turkey's membership.

Turkey makes Newsweek cover

All the European editions of leading international news magazine Newsweek came out with a common cover: Turkey rises.

Eid al-Adha brings people and communities together

Millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating the annual Eid al-Adha holiday.

A great honor for Hamit

National footballer Hamit Altıntop's goal against Kazakhstan in the Euro 2012 qualification round was selected as the “most beautiful goal of the year” at last night’s FIFA Awards Ceremony.

Turkish bank to acquire bank in Russia

İş Bankası has announced that it is on the verge of finalizing a deal to acquire a bank in Russia.

Turkish president rules out official use of Kurdish language

Turkey's president ruled out the use of the Kurdish language in official business on Thursday, a day after the country's civilian and military leaders rejected the minority's demands for autonomy.

Çalık Holding era for YEDAŞ

With approximately 20,000 employees in the energy, telecommunications, finance, construction, textiles, media and mining industries, the Çalık Holding family has now added another massive company to their operations.

Ergenekon Fact vs. Fiction

Security forces conducted excavations in an Armenian cemetery located in Ankara’s Yenikent district in line with the Ergenekon investigation.

AK Party to act alone on package

Prime Minister Erdoğan is seen casting his vote on planned amendments to the Constitution, drafted by his government last month.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel in İstanbul

School deal with Merkel leaves Turks' problems untouched

Turkish PM Erdoğan's mother dies

Turkish Prime Minister Erdoğan loses 88 year-old mother

Turkish role in Arab unrest put under microscope

Turkey’s regional policy embraces traces of strategic depth, Neo-Ottomanism, zero problems with neighbors and engagement with Hamas.

Turkey brims with anger over Israeli armed action

Other chants called for Turkey to send troops to Gaza and for the Turkish ships to be released.

Ergenekon Fact vs. Fiction

Security forces conducted excavations in an Armenian cemetery located in Ankara’s Yenikent district in line with the Ergenekon investigation.

Turkey is Selected the Most Popular Travel Destination in Czech Republic

The number of Czech tourists visiting Turkey in 2010 is increased by 5.8% compare to 2009 and reached to 174,426.

Village ravaged by cancer in Turkey's Cappadocia

The caves, rock houses and fantastical stone formations in Turkey's Cappadocia draw tourists from around the world.

Fountains and Water Foundations

The architecture of the fountains was originally very plain, but it developed during the 18th century.

Churches and Synagogues in İstanbul

The first churches in İstanbul were the Havariyun Church, Haghia Sophia and Haghia Irini.

Çalık Holding era for YEDAŞ

With approximately 20,000 employees in the energy, telecommunications, finance, construction, textiles, media and mining industries, the Çalık Holding family has now added another massive company to their operations.

First Istanbul Shopping Fest to begin March 18

People will be able to shop 24 hours a day in Istanbul during nearly one mont.

Turkish private sector asks for more energy privatization

“The law was accepted in 2001. Yet even in 2010 there is no private sector in Turkey,” he said.

Aliyev: Low gas prices for Turkey cannot continue

The issue of gas transmission to European Union countries still awaits answers, Aliyev said.

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Eid al-Adha brings people and communities together

Turkish PM Erdoğan's mother dies

Out and about in Konya

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Whoa, baby! Texas mom delivers 7.3 kg newborn

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‘Aid to LDCs too little compared to global military spending’

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