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‘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."

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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.

The Independent UK

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

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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?

The Independent UK

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.

Autosport

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.

Motorsport

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.

Euronews

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.

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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.

The Independent UK

Passenger who died mid-flight en route to San Francisco is identified

The passenger suffered a medical emergency while the plane was mid-air, Turkish Airlines told The Independent in a statement.

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The Conversation

Russia-Ukraine talks: both sides play for time and wait for Donald Trump’s 50 days to run out

Russia and Ukraine met in Istanbul on July 23 for a third round of talks since face-to-face negotiations resumed in May. Expectations were low. Two previous rounds have yielded very few concrete results, apart from agreements on prisoner exchanges and the return of the bodies of soldiers killed in action.

Al Jazeera

Russia seeking to create ‘buffer zones’ in Ukraine, says Kremlin

The latest talks in Istanbul were followed by more prisoner exchanges, but yielded no breakthrough in ending the war.

Euronews

Ukrainian peace delegation proposes 'summit of leaders' between Zelenskyy and Putin by end of August

During the third round of peace talks in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators discussed draft proposals for a ceasefire and potential peace. Talks also addressed a potential summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Evening Standard

Nora: Turkish brothers behind Cafe Beam gamble on Canary Wharf for high-profile new restaurant

The restaurant will pay homage to the food culture of Istanbul

International Business Times

Kremlin Expects 'Difficult' Talks With Ukraine In Istanbul

Russia said that it expected talks with Ukraine later on Wednesday in Istanbul to be "difficult", downplaying expectations of a breakthrough at a meeting between the two sides after nearly three and a half years of war.

Al Jazeera

Russia and Ukraine discuss more prisoner exchanges at Istanbul talks

Ukraine proposed direct talks within weeks between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Mirage fighter jet crashes after pilot ejects due to technical fault

Protests take aim at Zelenskyy over targeting of anti-corruption agency; envoys read to meet Russian counterparts in Istanbul. What we know on day 1,246

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