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Turkey's Erdogan prevails in election test of his 20-year rule

President Tayyip Erdogan extended his two decades in power in elections on Sunday, winning a mandate to pursue increasingly authoritarian policies which have polarised Turkey and strengthened its position as a regional military power.

Reuters

Turkey's Erdogan urges voters to turn out, rival sees 'last exit'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan sought to build on his momentum going into Sunday's runoff presidential election, urging Turks to vote as the man aiming to defeat him called on electors to pull their country from "the dark pit" of his two-decade rule.

Reuters

Mario Balotelli makes Champions League final claim and warns Man City about three Inter stars

Manchester City face Inter Milan in Istanbul as they look to add to their Premier League crown.

Manchester Evening News

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Symbolism, history and nationalism put Erdogan in strong position ahead of presidential runoff

Emotion trumped economics in the 2023 Turkish presidential campaign, forcing the opposition to embrace nationalism ahead of Sunday’s runoff. But President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was ahead of the curve, using a mix of nationalist rhetoric, pan-Islamic heroism and historical references in a bid to enter his third decade in power.

France 24

Turkish presidential run-off leaves Syrians with uncertain future

The Turkish election has seen rising anti-refugee rhetoric, leaving many Syrians worried about their future.

Al Jazeera

Details of fan parks for Man City fans travelling to Istanbul for Champions League final released

City fans are heading en-masse to Turkey's biggest city to watch their team

Manchester Evening News

Turkey election fever cools down ahead of decisive run-off

Voters find it hard to resurrect enthusiasm of first round ahead of presidential run-off between Erdogan, Kilicdaroglu.

Al Jazeera

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Ten years after Turkey's Gezi protests, some say vote a chance for justice

For some Turks who remain scarred by a state crackdown on nationwide demonstrations a decade ago, Sunday's runoff presidential vote is a chance to finally get justice against those who carried out heavy-handed attacks on protesters.

Reuters

Erdogan defies predictions of political demise ahead of Turkey election runoff

President Tayyip Erdogan has defied forecasts of his political demise in Turkey's elections, rallying voters with a potent mix of religious conservatism and nationalism that looks set to propel his rule into a third decade on Sunday.

Reuters

Liverpool news: Klopp dealt blow in chase for Uruguay star as 'miracle of Istanbul' relived

Liverpool will round off a stuttering Premier League campaign away to Southampton on Sunday, but Jurgen Klopp's focus has already turned to a squad overhaul this summer

Daily Mirror

Migrants bear the brunt of rising nationalism ahead of Turkey’s presidential runoff

As Turkey enters the final stretch to Sunday’s crunch presidential runoff, politicians are turning up the heat on migrants. In Istanbul’s immigrant neighbourhoods, the political discourse is driving migrants and new Turkish citizens into President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s arms.

France 24

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party keeps faith in Erdogan rival

Istanbul (AFP) - Turkey's pro-Kurdish party decided Thursday to continue backing the main opposition leader despite his overtures to far-right groups in the run-up to this weekend's historic presidential runoff.

AFP

Football fans warned over travel scams ahead of European finals in Istanbul and Prague

Demand for flights and accommodation in Istanbul and Prague has surged since Manchester City and West Ham won their respective semi-finals.

The Independent UK

Istanbul: the airport where east, west, past and future combine

Plane Talk: Istanbul’s new airport was created with a 100-year plan

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Al Jazeera

Turkey’s Camlica Mosque: Ottoman heritage or modern nationalism?

While Turkish nationalism has traditionally been tied to secular symbols of the republic, the mosque reflects change.

Dynamite News

Research shows stress hormones during pregnancy increase early language development in children

High levels of the stress hormone cortisol during the third trimester of pregnancy may boost speech and language abilities in the first three years of a child's life, according to research presented at the 25th European Congress of Endocrinology in Istanbul. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Erdogan takes the advantage into Turkey's presidential run-off poll

Turkey faces a presidential run-off poll on 28 May after an inconclusive vote on 14 May. The political momentum seems to be with the incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who narrowly failed to secure an absolute majority.

Daily Mirror

Man City fans learn allocation for Champions League final but face £3,000 bill

JOHN CROSS COLUMN: Manchester City booked their spot in next month's Champions League final in Istanbul by beating Real Madrid 4-0 at the Etihad on Wednesday night

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US Supreme Court leaves protections for internet companies unscathed

The U.S. Supreme Court handed internet and social media companies a pair of victories on Thursday, leaving legal protections for them unscathed and refusing to clear a path for victims of attacks by militant groups to sue these businesses under an anti-terrorism law.

The Independent UK

Man City crush holders to book Champions League final return

Pep Guardiola’s treble-chasing side overwhelmed the European champions to book place in Istanbul showpiece.

The Independent UK

We had to swallow poison – Pep Guardiola delighted to get revenge on Real Madrid

A June 10 clash with Inter Milan in Istanbul beckons after a spectacular display of skill, strength and nous at a rocking Etihad Stadium.

Daily Mirror

Man Utd fans "embarrassed" by Rio Ferdinand after he reveals text message to Pep Guardiola

Manchester City will face Inter Milan in next month's Champions League final in Istanbul after Pep Guardiola's side thumped Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals

Manchester Evening News

‘Istanbul here we come!’ - Man City fans jubilant as Blues book place in Champions League final

Manchester City demolished Real Madrid to reach their second Champions League final in three years and supporters are ecstatic.

Daily Mirror

Man City reach Champions League final after Real Madrid win - 6 talking points

MANCHESTER CITY 4-0 REAL MADRID (5-1 AGG): Pep Guardiola's side will take on Inter Milan in the Champions League final in Istanbul after knocking out the holders

The Guardian - UK

Manchester City 4-0 Real Madrid (agg: 5-1): Champions League semi-final, second leg – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Manchester City were imperious, producing a near perfect performance to swat the reigning champions aside and book their place in the final

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