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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan won victory in landmark elections that could hand him near-unchecked power. Erdoğan has overseen a major crackdown on dissent and the press since a failed coup in July 2016 and many Turks told PRI they'd rather leave their country than continue living under a ruler they say has grown increasingly authoritarian.
Turkey is making advances in its scientific infrastructure — like its brand new astronomical observatory. But the new science curriculum for high schoolers leaves out the theory of evolution.
“Women, life, freedom,” chants the crowd. Some demonstrators held signs protesting violence against women in Turkey. Others clutched posters calling for sexual freedom and poking fun at the government.
Turkish shoppers at the popular store, Zara, were recently surprised when some of the clothing came with tags that read, "I made this item you are going to buy, but I didn't get paid for it."
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.
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.
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.
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Conflict & Justice
Why Arab Tourists are Heading to Turkey
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
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
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
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
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.
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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
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
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
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.