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Conflict

She missed five years of school because of the Syrian war. She won’t let that happen to her little brother.

PRI's The World

July 27, 2017

She says it's too late for her but some Syrian kids finally get a chance in Turkish schools.

Global Politics

Turkey keeps renaming places after its July 15 failed coup

PRI's The World

July 14, 2017

The Turkish government is unveiling new monuments and has already renamed the iconic Bosphorus Bridge, various schools, mosques, a TV studio, bus and metro stops, even entire neighborhoods — all after July 15.

Conflict

Turkish authorities have detained 42 university staff

Agence France-Presse

July 10, 2017

Turkey detained 42 staff of two Istanbul universities including a prominent academic as part of an investigation into the group blamed for last year's failed coup, state media reported Monday.

Arts

Turkish female cartoonists get political — tackling oppression with humor

PRI's The World

July 03, 2017

In Turkey, women take a stand against the government with cartoons.

Economics

Why more Turkish women don't work

PRI's The World

May 04, 2017

Economic research makes clear that bringing women into the economy would improve Turkey's economy across all fronts. And yet, Turkish women still hover at the bottom of OECD rankings for women in the workplace.

Global Politics

Is Turkey's referendum a vote for more efficient government, or a power grab?

PRI's The World

April 13, 2017

Polls suggest the April 16 race is close and many are still undecided.

Conflict

A manhunt is underway in Istanbul after an attack at a nightclub kills dozens

Agence France-Presse

January 01, 2017

Turkish police are hunting Sunday for the gunman who killed dozens of people, including many foreigners, in a rampage at an upmarket nightclub in Istanbul where revelers were celebrating the New Year.

Conflict

Syrian parents in Turkey worry their kids are losing their culture

PRI's The World

December 27, 2016

Hundreds of thousands of Syrian children are attending temporary Syrian schools in Turkey, where they learn in Arabic. But the country is considering a plan to have them attend Turkish schools only.

Religion

Turkey's fraught history with headscarves

PRI's The World

December 20, 2016

It used to be that women who wore headscarves in Turkey faced harassment and discrimination. Lately, it's the secular women bearing the brunt of it.

Justice

Trans people are risking their lives in Istanbul

GlobalPost

December 16, 2016

Forty-three transgender people have been killed in Turkey since 2008, the highest number in Europe, according to the group Transgender Europe. But most killings of LGBT members in Turkey go unreported.

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Conflict & Justice

Why Arab Tourists are Heading to Turkey

PRI's The World

July 27, 2011

For the Geo Quiz we want you to name Turkey's three largest cities.

Global Politics

Retiring Generals in Turkey have Many Looking for What Comes Next

PRI's The World

August 01, 2011

The resignation of Turkey's military command is seen as recognition that the civilian government now calls the shots.

Global Politics

Slideshow: An Ancient Capital of Culinary Delights

PRI's The World

September 01, 2011

The Geo Quiz is looking for the capital of a famous ancient empire that counts roasted lamb guts as one of its favorite snacks.

Arts, Culture & Media

What is Behind Istanbul's Crackdown on Sidewalk Dining

PRI's The World

September 06, 2011

The city of Istanbul has mandated restaurants to remove their outdoor tables.

Global Politics

Turkish Troops Pursue Kurdish Rebels Into Iraq

PRI's The World

October 19, 2011

Turkish troops backed by fighter jets and helicopter gunships have pursued Kurdish rebels into Iraq, following attacks on military installations which killed at least 24 Turkish soldiers.

Hundreds Die in Earthquake at Time of Crisis for Turkey

The Takeaway

October 24, 2011

A First Hand Account of Syrian Violence

The Takeaway

November 16, 2011

Conflict & Justice

A Turkish Song About Visa Hurdles

PRI's The World

December 13, 2011

A Turkish musician decided to tackle the matter with humor and wrote a song about the visa hurdles.

Arts, Culture & Media

Musical History of Byzantium

PRI's The World

December 26, 2011

We are looking for a historic city that became the capital of the Roman empire in the year 330 AD and went by the name Byzantium.

Conflict & Justice

Smuggling Routes bring Guns and Bullets into Syria

PRI's The World

February 09, 2012

Syrian opposition forces says they're poorly armed. But are they prepared to fight a civil war? The Guardian newspaper's Ghaith Abdul-Ahad talks with host Marco Werman about Syria's borders and the heavy cross border traffic in guns and bullets.