Gunman kills six, injures eight others in rifle attacks in southern Turkey Turkey has been shaken by a series of recent shootings that have raised concerns over gun violence and school safety The Independent UK · May 19
PS5 prices up, PS Plus up, next they’ll charge $5.99 to turn on console, user says as Sony raises prices due to market conditions Sony is raising PlayStation Plus subscription costs. New prices begin May 20 for new users in some areas. Monthly and quarterly plans will see increases. Existing users in Turkey and India will also pay more upon renewal. This change primarily affects the Essential tier. Other gaming companies are also adjusting… The Economic Times · May 19
PS Plus Prices Are Increasing Ahead Of GTA 6 Release — See Updated Plans and Prices Sony's PlayStation Plus price hike starts on 20 May, affecting new subscriptions but not existing users. Gamers are outraged, especially as Turkey and India subscribers remain unaffected. International Business Times UK · May 19
Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gain Europeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights more expensive. "Many European travellers who are hesitant to travel to the Middle East, in the eastern Mediterranean (Turkey, Greece or Egypt) or destinations even closer to… The Economic Times · May 19
NATO would survive a US withdrawal. But what kind of alliance would it become? As NATO counts down to its annual summit in Turkey in July, the alliance is facing perhaps the biggest challenge in its history – what a potential future without the United States, or US security guarantees, would look like. The Conversation · May 18
Iran heads to World Cup training camp in Turkey with no US visas issued Iran’s national football team is flying to Turkey amid fears over visa approvals from the United States, with limited preparation and no top-tier friendly matches scheduled. Euronews · May 18
Turkic leaders drive their alliance towards an 'influential geopolitical power centre' Turkic states' leaders have joined forces to advance digital and AI expansion projects in conjunction with their regional push for trade, energy, transportation, infrastructure, and regional connectivity developments to address the world's urgent "critical issues". Euronews · May 17
Turkey expands military footprint in Somalia as regional rivalries intensify Turkey’s role in Somalia is under growing scrutiny, with the East African country embroiled in controversy over elections and Israel stepping up efforts to challenge Turkey in the region. Radio France Internationale · May 16
Iran to hold pre-World Cup training camp in Turkey: Media The Iran football team is preparing for the World Cup in the United States. They will train in Antalya, Turkey, before traveling to Arizona. The team faces visa delays for their US entry. Iran is scheduled to play a friendly match against Gambia in Turkey. The team had a send-off… The Economic Times · May 15
Erdoğan visits Astana as Turkey and Central Asia deepen ties amid shifting regional order Turkey and Kazakhstan signed a friendship and strategic partnership declaration in Astana, targeting €13 billion in trade. Euronews · May 14
Pakistan is shaping up an idea that can worry India Pakistan is pushing a proposed “Islamic NATO” with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Pakistan, aiming to build a regional defence bloc that reduces reliance on external powers. If it takes shape, it could reshape West Asian security dynamics and add fresh strategic concerns for India, particularly due to Pakistan’s central… The Economic Times · May 14
Activist flotilla leaves Turkey for Gaza weeks after Israel intercepted a previous convoy Dozens of boats carrying activists and aid for Palestinians have begun sailing from Turkey’s Mediterranean coast The Independent UK · May 14
Football: Iran hold World Cup departure rally despite continuing concerns Thousands gathered in Tehran for Iran's World Cup send-off. Players showcased their new kit and made patriotic statements. However, concerns linger about the team's entry into the United States for the tournament. Iran's FA is relying on FIFA to resolve visa issues. The team will train in Turkey before the… The Economic Times · May 14
Top 10 countries with the most gold in 2026: USA tops, China and India lead the global rankings Gold is amongst the safest forms of investment in the world as it serves as an insurance instrument against inflation, foreign exchange risks, and political instability. It is very usual for the foreign exchange reserves of a country to have some quantity of gold in them. According to the figures… The Times of India · May 13
The Conversation · May 13 Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America President Donald Trump announced on May 1, 2026, that the United States will withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany – personnel who had been deployed there as a response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The Independent UK · May 13 Turkey removes a restriction on direct trade with Armenia to improve ties Turkey has lifted a restriction on direct trade with Armenia in a symbolic step toward improved relations
The Times of India · May 13 Turkey's Black Sea coast sees severe floods, 12 injured Torrential overnight rain in Turkey’s Havza on Wednesday triggered severe floods in northern Samsun province, affecting homes and businesses, sweeping away vehicles and leaving at least 12 people injured.
Euronews · May 12 Religious restrictions: Nearly renovated Theological School of Halki faces fight to reopen The Ecumenical Patriarchate has announced that the school's renovation works will be completed in September but it is still awaiting permission from Turkey to reopen the facility after its forced closure in 1971.
The Times of India · May 7 Trash to treasure: Garbage workers created a 40,000-book library from books people threw away What began as a routine day of collecting rubbish in the streets of Ankara slowly turned into one of Turkey’s most inspiring community projects. Sanitation workers in the city’s Cankaya district noticed that perfectly readable books were frequently being discarded alongside household waste. Instead of sending them to landfill, workers…
Euronews · May 6 Who has the most ultra-rich in Europe in 2026 and where are they growing fastest? The number of people with at least $30 million (€25.7m) in wealth is growing across Europe. Germany has by far the most ultra-rich, and continues to add more.
The Conversation · May 5 What Ghana’s foreign-built landmarks tell us about its global relationships The call to prayer echoes across the neighbourhood as people congregate under the sweeping domes and tall minarets of Ghana’s National Mosque in Accra. For many, it is a place of faith, community and national pride. Yet, few pause to consider that this landmark – now firmly part of Accra’s…
International Business Times · May 5 Hair Transplant Istanbul Cost & Choosing the Clinic in Turkey Hair transplant in Istanbul has become one of the most demanded medical procedures worldwide. But is it really worth it? The answer depends not on the destination, but on the clinic you choose.
The Guardian - UK · May 4 Weather tracker: Cold spells in Greece and Turkey, and storms in Bangladesh High winds have hit the South Aegean and heavy rain has fallen in Turkey, but Central Europe has felt summer heat
Space · May 4 13 International 'Star Wars' Posters You've Likely Never Seen From Japan to Turkey, celebrate Star Wars Day with this global collection of original trilogy posters.
The Guardian - AU · May 4 Socceroos eager to disprove World Cup underdog tag, says coach Tony Popovic Socceroos’ coach Tony Popovic said he wants to spoil predictions his team will struggle to progress out of one of the World Cup’s most challenging groups