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The Latest Breaking News from Istanbul

Polls suggest this man could become Turkey’s next president. Erdoğan is doing everything to stop him

A Turkish proverb – düştüğün yerden kalk – counsels that one should arise from where one has fallen.

The Conversation

Istanbul police seize jewels and antiques worth €26mn in raid at Grand Bazaar

On orders from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, police raided 23 businesses in the 15th-century covered marketplace, arresting 40 people.

Euronews

Police seize jewels worth $30M in diamond smuggler raid at Istanbul’s historic Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s most visited tourist sites

The Independent UK

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Desperate search for Russian swimmer who went missing in cross-Bosphorus race

100 vessels were monitoring swimmers during the race

The Independent UK

Besiktas release Ridvan Yilmaz statements as exit-bound Rangers star 'very happy'

Yilmaz is poised to complete a return to Besiktas and they've been updating fans

The National (Scotland)

Baby gorilla rescued from plane cargo recuperates in Istanbul ahead of return home to Nigeria

An infant gorilla that was rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recuperating at an Istanbul zoo ahead of a return to his natural habitat in Nigeria.

The Independent UK

Fred Durst swats down a drone during Limp Bizkit's Istanbul gig

Fred Durst's set was briefly interrupted by the appearance of a drone - before he took matters into his own hands.

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Opetaia faces prospect of Turkey title defence

Australia's pound-for-pound king Jai Opetaia could be forced to defend his IBF cruiserweight title in Istanbul.

AAP

‘Being short is a curse’: the men paying thousands to get their legs broken – and lengthened

It looks like medieval torture, from the metal rods inserted into sawn bones to the months of agonising recovery. But to some, travelling to Turkey to gain a few inches is a (very high) price worth paying

The Guardian - UK

Why people reclaim words meant to insult them – and how this has become a powerful tool for protest

In 2013, a wave of protests began in Turkey in opposition to the planned demolition of Gezi Park in Istanbul. The protests soon evolved into mass anti-government demonstrations, and a landmark moment in the country’s history of resistance.

The Conversation

After Jennifer Lopez Is Denied Entry By Chanel, Bethenny Frankel Blasts Brand For Her Own Store Rejection

"They don't deserve the business."

Bored Panda

One killed and dozens injured after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir

The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul.

Euronews

August full moon 2025 captivates skywatchers worldwide as Sturgeon Moon lights up the sky (photos)

The 2025 full 'Sturgeon Moon' graced the night sky on Aug. 9.

Space

Capturing romance in sunset photo shoots on Istanbul’s Golden Horn

Under Istanbul’s old Galata Bridge, there’s a nondescript concrete landing that juts out into the waters of the Golden Horn.

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Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya's stability

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has hosted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Libyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah in Istanbul for a summit focused on migration and Libya’s political stability

The Independent UK

Turkey joins host of countries eyeing F1 race – and could step-in as soon as 2026

While the 2026 F1 calendar has been set, Istanbul Park would be willing to host if an event was cancelled

The Independent UK

British Airways: ‘Yes, you can travel a few hours earlier – for an extra £900’

Plane Talk: Why don't airlines encourage passengers to travel on an earlier flight if seats are available?

Autosport

Turkey ready to rejoin F1 calendar should others cancel

Formula 1 confirmed its 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host a race as early as next year if any event is forced to cancel.

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Turkey prepared to step in for 2026 F1 calendar if other circuits cancel

Formula 1 confirmed the 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host an F1 race as early as next year if any race is forced to cancel.

Euronews

How much is rent in Europe’s city centres, and how much has it changed since 2020?

The eye-watering prices of rent in city centres across Europe keeps increasing, with only five European cities having average rents below €2,000 for a three-bedroom apartment, according to a new report from Deutsche Bank.

Euronews

Ice cream for breakfast? These European destinations serve sweet local treats worth travelling

Whether you’re wandering the streets of Palermo or exploring Istanbul, there’s ice cream worth seeking out.

Radio France Internationale

Sanctions loom as Iran and Europe revisit nuclear deal in Istanbul talks

In a renewed bid to defuse tensions and revive diplomacy, Iranian and European diplomats met in Istanbul on Friday to discuss Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Euronews

Iran and E3 nations agree to resume nuclear talks after no breakthrough in Istanbul

The E3 nations reiterated that the "snapback" mechanism remains an option if Tehran fails to cooperate with the IAEA and reduce its stockpile of enriched uranium.

Al Jazeera

Iran holds ‘frank’ nuclear talks with European powers amid sanctions threat

Diplomatic meeting in Istanbul between Tehran and E3 countries is first since Israel and US attacked Iran in mid-June.

Euronews

Tehran ready for nuclear talks if US takes steps to rebuild trust, Iranian official says

Iran is set to meet on Friday in Istanbul with Britain, France and Germany, known as the E3 nations, and the European Union’s deputy foreign policy commissioner.

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