Turkey returns to F1 calendar in long-term deal for Istanbul Park race The popular 5.33km circuit has been absent from the schedule since 2021 but will return next year The Independent UK · Apr 24
Six stand trial in Istanbul over insecticide poisoning deaths of Turkish-German family The Turkish-German Böcek family were staying at the Harbour Suites Old City hotel in Istanbul’s Fatih district when they fell ill on 12 November, the state-run Anadolu news agency said. Euronews · Apr 21
6 stand trial in Istanbul over insecticide poisoning deaths of Turkish-German family Six hotel staff and pest control workers are on trial in Turkey, charged with causing the deaths of a German family poisoned by insecticide while on vacation in Istanbul The Independent UK · Apr 21
Turkey arrests 90 people with suspected links to so-called Islamic State group Authorities have not officially connected the arrests to a shootout outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on 7 April in which two police officers were wounded. Euronews · Apr 20
Luis García: ‘I didn’t expect football to give me that again. But there I was, crying’ The Liverpool legend Luis García tells Sid Lowe about his memories of Istanbul, learning magic and his adventures in Malaysia with Johor Darul Ta’zim The Guardian - UK · Apr 14
Turbulence on the tarmac: These European airports have the worst delays Although late takeoffs are decreasing, aviation authorities warn that too many travellers are still experiencing delays. Euronews · Apr 10
Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul Turkish authorities have detained nine people in connection with an attack on police outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul The Independent UK · Apr 8
I Create Tattoos That Hold Stories You Can’t Always See At First Glance (32 Pics) These tattoos hold stories that go beyond what is immediately visible. Bored Panda · Apr 8
Gunmen attack building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul Turkish officials say that gunmen attacked a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, sparking a gunfight that left one assailant dead and two police officers wounded The Independent UK · Apr 7
One gunman killed and two others 'neutralised' in 'terrorist' attack outside Israeli consulate in Istanbul Two police officers wounded in attack with one suspect said to have links to ‘terrorist organisation that exploits religion’ Evening Standard · Apr 7
Firing outside Israeli consulate in Istanbul; 1 gunman killed, 2 in custody— video Gunfire erupted outside Istanbul's Israeli consulate as three assailants attacked, resulting in one gunman killed and two apprehended. Turkish authorities, suspecting links to a religion-exploiting terror group possibly affiliated with IS, are investigating. The consulate had been vacant for years, and no Israeli personnel were present. Two police officers sustained… The Times of India · Apr 7
Three gunmen 'neutralised' in shooting incident near Israeli consulate in Istanbul Authorities said a comprehensive investigation is being carried out with law enforcement units under the coordination of the chief public prosecutor's office. Euronews · Apr 7
One dead and four injured after shooting attack on Israeli consulate in Istanbul Three attackers launched the attack, Turkish authorities said, leaving two policemen injured The Independent UK · Apr 7
The Guardian - UK · Mar 28 In an Istanbul market, I found an old German phrase book – and a reminder of how not to speak to migrants Turkish immigrants to Germany in the 60s were seen as temporary labour, not people. Today’s government in Berlin is at risk of repeating the mistake, says Carolin Würfel, a writer who lives in Berlin and Istanbul
The Independent UK · Mar 26 From pickle stores to Michelin stars: Exploring Istanbul through its rich and unique food Turkey’s largest city is stepping confidently into the global fine-dining scene in 2026 with its highest number of Michelin stars to date – but Josephine Price finds that culinary creativity thrives in even the quietest corners of the city
Metal Hammer · Mar 23 "It touched something inside me the moment I heard it, and I’ve never been able to step away from it." The two-woman band from Istanbul bringing the Turkish black metal scene roaring into life Ash Magick's nefariously old school approach has made them one of Turkey's most promising young extreme metal bands
The Independent UK · Mar 22 2 buildings collapse in central Istanbul after gas explosion, search operations underway A natural gas explosion in Istanbul’s central Fatih district brought down two buildings on Sunday
The Independent UK · Mar 20 A look at celebrations for Eid al-Fitr around the world, in photos From prayers amid the rubble of Gaza to the great mosques of Istanbul, Muslims around the world are celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr as they bid farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Ayşegül Eraslan Found Dead at 27, But CCTV Footage Is Raising Chilling Questions Ayşegül Eraslan, 27, was found dead in her Istanbul home as CCTV footage and a last visitor raise chilling questions in an ongoing investigation.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Is Liverpool v Galatasaray on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Champions League The Reds require a Champions League comeback after losing 1-0 last week in Istanbul
Sports Illustrated · Mar 18 Liverpool vs. Galatasaray: Preview, Predictions and Lineups A solitary goal in Istanbul means the Turkish giants hold a slender advantage.
AAP · Mar 14 Aokuso shines for Opals in 'dogfight' win over Hungary Zitina Aokuso contributed 13 points as Australia's Opals chalked up a hard-fought Women's Basketball World Cup qualifying victory in Istanbul.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 13 Liverpool XI vs. Tottenham: Salah’s Spot in Jeopardy—Injury News, Predicted Lineup Arne Slot has difficult decisions to make for the visit of struggling Spurs.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 A new wave of defiance: the Turkish film-makers standing up to autocracy İlker Çatak’s Yellow Letters and Emin Alper’s Salvation both won headline honours at the Berlin film festival and show dissenting cinema is thriving in the face of Erdoğan’s repression