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Istanbul

People put flowers over a memorial placed on the spot of Sunday's explosion on Istanbul's popular pedestrian Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul, Nov. 14, 2022.
Violence
Turkey detains Syrian suspect in deadly Istanbul bombing
Yörük Işık, an independent Istanbul-based geopolitical analyst, is among a small group of ship watchers —  some hobbyists, some professionals — who observe ship traffic in Turkey’s Bosphorus Strait. 
Ukraine
At the mouth of the Black Sea, a ship spotter watches for clues amid Ukraine war
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Coronavirus Art
For this man in Istanbul, the pandemic renewed a lifelong passion for drawing 
A few cows graze on green grass along a river in daylight hours.
Development
Istanbul’s mega-canal poses threats to surrounding villages, wildlife
On the exterior of the building, the stencil of a stag created by the artist MAD stands solemnly, with pieces of women's underwear hanging from its horns. 
Arts
Temporary art exhibit pays homage to an Istanbul apartment building scheduled for demolition 
Sevilay, a mother of two in Istanbul, got permission from her husband to have an abortion as required by law. But she had trouble finding a public hospital that would do it, and even some of her friends criticize her for her decision.
Reproductive rights
Abortion increasingly hard to access in Turkey
A man in a suit walks with a woman wearing a dark pink dress with white head covering in ornate museum with Arabic script
Religion
Whose Haghia Sophia? 
Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan
Global Politics
New Istanbul mayor’s star power could be a challenge for Erdoğan
A river winds through a city full of buildings and skyscrapers.
Environment
Erdogan’s ‘crazy’ canal alarms villagers and environmentalists
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Conflict
Pro-opposition Syrians in Turkey grapple with losing the war
Atlanta (left) and her sister Phoenix lounge with a volunteer outside the cargo hall before leaving Istanbul.
Culture
Turkey has a golden retriever problem. America can help.
Attack in Turkey, Corruption at the Department of Homeland Security, O.J. Simpson and Race in America
Full Episode
A man waves a Turkish flag at Taksim Square in Istanbul on July 16 after a coup attempt.
Global Politics
My local grocer knew the Turkish coup would fail. He’s seen successful coups before.
This man has been the victim of cyber harassment.
Culture
Man ‘dies’ in terrorist attack, again and again and again
REUTERS/Murad Sezer
Global Politics
Some Turks in the US are now too afraid to visit their homeland
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Justice
‘You set our hearts ablaze:’ Horrific murder draws men in miniskirts onto streets of Turkey
Global Politics
Residents of Istanbul Neighborhood Take A Colorful Stand
Global Politics
Istanbul’s archaeology in danger
Conflict & Justice
Architects See ‘Witch Hunt’ by Turkish Government
Conflict & Justice
Turkish Youth Frustrated at Weak Opposition Parties, Strike Out on Their Own
Conflict & Justice
Plan to Pave Over Istanbul Park to Build Shopping Mall Sparks Protests
Arts, Culture & Media
Why Crisis-Weary Greeks Seek Respite in Turkey
Arts, Culture & Media
Calls to Censor ‘Of Mice and Men’ in Turkey
Lifestyle & Belief
Turkish Pianist Fazil Say on Trial for Allegedly Insulting Islam on Twitter
Arts, Culture & Media
Levantines Lament at Loss of Community in Turkey
Arts, Culture & Media
Musical History of Byzantium
Arts, Culture & Media
What is Behind Istanbul’s Crackdown on Sidewalk Dining
Conflict & Justice
Why Arab Tourists are Heading to Turkey
Global Politics
Turkey cracks down on ‘smut’
Mega-Cities in the Year 2025
Global Politics
President Obama revitalizes ties with Turkey during two-day tour
Global Politics
Turkish immigrants leaving Germany
Business, Economics and Jobs
African Nations Cup in Istanbul
Lifestyle & Belief
Geo answer
Global Politics
Illegal letters in Turkey
Arts, Culture & Media
Dolapdere Big Gang
Arts, Culture & Media
Geo answer – the world’s best sandwich
Arts, Culture & Media
Global hit
Arts, Culture & Media
Global Hit: Taksim Trio
Arts, Culture & Media
Global hit / Geo answer