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Rural cooperativism is essential for urban dwellers, too

Rural cooperativism is essential for urban dwellers, too

Rural cooperativism is a topic that has been neglected for years. This approach has led to the agricultural sector in the country reaching the brink of collapse. But now, it not only threatens the rural areas but also the access to food in cities.

14 July 2023 Bülent Danışoğlu

'Zoning olive groves to housing will do away with our agricultural land'

'Zoning olive groves to housing will do away with our agricultural land'

Adnan Çobanoğlu of Çiftçi-Sen, a farmers' union, talked to bianet about the draft law which will zone forested lands and olive groves to housing.

12 July 2023 Zeynep Akat

Will the workplaces be closed on extreme heat days?

Will the workplaces be closed on extreme heat days?

Worker's Party of Turkey Chairperson Erkan Baş submitted a parliamentary question and asked if the workplaces will be closed in order to protect workers health and reduce their life-threatening risks.

Socialist parties in Turkey, Greece demand action to prevent refugee deaths in Mediterranean

Socialist parties in Turkey, Greece demand action to prevent refugee deaths in Mediterranean

"European monopolies make agreements with countries like Turkey, Libya, Tunisia, and Morocco to detain migrants in those countries, offering them money they cannot refuse," says the joint statement by EMEP and NAR.

Bodrum cove designated archeological site, halting yacth harbor expansion plans

Bodrum cove designated archeological site, halting yacth harbor expansion plans

A local environmental group, which has been fighting against the marina project, has welcomed the decision. There is also an ongoing lawsuit against the project.

Surge in measles cases 'not an outbreak,' says health minister

Surge in measles cases 'not an outbreak,' says health minister

Eighty-six percent of the new cases were in İstanbul, Minister Koca has revealed, citing immigration as a contributing factor to the increase in measles cases.

Top prosecutor challenges acquittal decision in case of 4-year-old's killing

Top prosecutor challenges acquittal decision in case of 4-year-old's killing

All seven defendants, including the child's uncle who had previously been sentenced to aggravated life imprisonment, were acquitted in the retrial.

They banned the ecofest, they 'caught' Süheyla!

They banned the ecofest, they 'caught' Süheyla!

The reason why an investigation is being started for the festival organizers is the same as the reason why the Ecofest was banned. And a warrant of arrest is issued for the association chairperson, Süheyla Doğan for the same reason.

3 July 2023 Cem Altıparmak

Study: Invasive species cost more than 100 billion dollars to Turkey

Study: Invasive species cost more than 100 billion dollars to Turkey

Situated at the crossroads of continents with long borders, Turkey is among the countries that will be significantly affected by invasive species, according to a new study.

Threat of drying up looms over Turkey's second-largest freshwater lake, warns MP

Threat of drying up looms over Turkey's second-largest freshwater lake, warns MP

In June, Lake Eğirdir's water level was about 40 centimeters lower than the previous year.

'They fear to go to work': Demonstration against Syrian refugees in Turkey's industrial hotbed

'They fear to go to work': Demonstration against Syrian refugees in Turkey's industrial hotbed

A dispute between a Syrian and a local family turned into a anti-refugee demonstration in Kocaeli, northwestern Turkey.

3 July 2023 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Over a thousand men engage in accidental self-stabbing during Sacrifice Feast in Turkey

Over a thousand men engage in accidental self-stabbing during Sacrifice Feast in Turkey

Amid this year's violent confrontation between sacrificial livestock and human adversaries, defiant animals unleashed havoc, leaving a trail of countrywide bloodshed upon men.

HRW denounces Turkey's bans on Pride celebrations as flagrant human rights violation

HRW denounces Turkey's bans on Pride celebrations as flagrant human rights violation

Over 160 people have been detained during recent Pride parades while anti-LGBT rhetoric by officials is on the rise.

Controversial release of Quran course staff in 'child torture' case in Erzurum

Controversial release of Quran course staff in 'child torture' case in Erzurum

Some parents and children had withdrawn their complaints after facing "social pressure," an association who took up the case for the tortured children said in a statement.

'Adopt a Mediterranean Beach' project starts in order to combat plastic waste in the basin

'Adopt a Mediterranean Beach' project starts in order to combat plastic waste in the basin

The project launched to monitor and raise awareness about plastic waste in the Mediterranean basin will be coordinated by WWF Turkey, WWF Tunisia, and WWF Greece.

At least 21 refugees killed in racist attacks in Turkey in three years, says rights group

At least 21 refugees killed in racist attacks in Turkey in three years, says rights group

The HRFT has called for an immediate end to discrimination and hate speech targeting refugees and asylum seekers

Authorities impose 15-day ban on public activities, events in Hakkari

Authorities impose 15-day ban on public activities, events in Hakkari

The Hakkari Governorate enforced restrictions on various activities, such as public meetings, demonstrations, sit-ins, press statements, hunger strikes, setting up stands, and releasing sky lanterns.

Rights advocates demand end of EU-Turkey refugee deal

Rights advocates demand end of EU-Turkey refugee deal

The activists gathered in İstanbul to mark Refugee Day accused Turkey's government of using refugees as cheap labor, and the opposition of fueling chauvinism against refugees.

21 June 2023 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Turkey's public broadcaster sparks controversy with new series portraying Kavala as 'villain'

Turkey's public broadcaster sparks controversy with new series portraying Kavala as 'villain'

The philanthropist has criticized the series, saying, "As in the indictments used unlawfully to keep me in prison, it is apparent that the actual events have been distorted in this series, aiming to create a perception that I am guilty."

AKP-run municipalities persist in concert bans following artists' support for LGBTI+, opposition

AKP-run municipalities persist in concert bans following artists' support for LGBTI+, opposition

One mayor defended the concert bans on Melike Şahin and Hüseyin Turan, stating that they will continue with artists who respect 'the national will and society's values.'

Climate Justice Coalition alerts against cutting of trees in 'Geliyê Godernê'

Climate Justice Coalition alerts against cutting of trees in 'Geliyê Godernê'

The coalition is asserting that security/military policies are destroying nature in the region. They are calling for depopulation and ecological destruction to stop in the ancient area in Diyarbakır.

Local district in Turkey bans Pride Week to ensure 'peace and security'

Local district in Turkey bans Pride Week to ensure 'peace and security'

Following the trend of banned Pride events in Turkey, the Datça District Governorship in Muğla province has prohibited all Pride Week activities since June 12.

Eight dead in Diyarbakır land dispute between two families

Eight dead in Diyarbakır land dispute between two families

Following the incident, which resulted in numerous injuries, the village where it took place has been placed under military blockade.

Earthquake victims hit with massive utility bills as invoicing resumes

Earthquake victims hit with massive utility bills as invoicing resumes

After being put on hold until May 31, utility bill payments totaling tens of thousands of liras recommenced in the February 6 earthquake-stricken area, a YSP deputy remarks.

İstanbul's new climate museum sheds light on the past and future of climate crisis

İstanbul's new climate museum sheds light on the past and future of climate crisis

From basic information about the climate crisis to in-depth exploration of key debates, the Climate Museum offers a captivating journey into the complexities and urgency of addressing the global climate crisis.

14 June 2023 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Suspect dismisses lawyer in the case of murder of Syrian migrant workers

Suspect dismisses lawyer in the case of murder of Syrian migrant workers

In the case related to the burning to death of three Syrian migrant workers in Güzelbahçe, İzmir, suspect Kemal K. dismissed his lawyer, who was claiming that he is of unsound mind. The hearing was adjourned to October 4.

Sayfo Massacre anniversary: 'Syriacs and Assyrians face the erasure of their identity'

Sayfo Massacre anniversary: 'Syriacs and Assyrians face the erasure of their identity'

The discriminatory, racist, and genocidal policies from the late Ottoman Empire persist until the present day, says European Syriac Union member Elber Shleymun Rhawi.

14 June 2023 Nedim Türfent

İstanbul Medical Chamber warns against measles outbreak

İstanbul Medical Chamber warns against measles outbreak

The number of measles cases seen is growing rapidly, and there are children who have lost their lives announced the İstanbul Medical Chamber. The organization invited the families to vaccinate their children, and asked the ministry to be transparent about the cases.

13 June 2023 Ruken Tuncel

Turkey's National Security Council discusses repatriating Syrian refugees

Turkey's National Security Council discusses repatriating Syrian refugees

In the council's inaugural meeting following Erdoğan's win, they emphasized Syrian refugees' safe and dignified return to their homes.

Eleven killed and thirty-two injured in 'celebrations'

Eleven killed and thirty-two injured in 'celebrations'

The Umut Foundation announced a record-high number of casualties and injuries with firearms in celebrations for the election results, for the championship of Galatasaray, and in wedding ceremonies in only eight days.

Idol performer of 'canto' songs passes away

Idol performer of 'canto' songs passes away

Nurhan Damcıoğlu was the popular singer and dancer of the songs special to improvisational theatres during the 1970's who performed them on stage and then on TV channels.

Worst country in Europe in consumption freedoms: Turkey enters the Nanny State Index at number one

Worst country in Europe in consumption freedoms: Turkey enters the Nanny State Index at number one

Turkey was included for the first time in the Nanny State Index announced each year by the European Policy Information Center (EPICENTER) and has been rated as the worst country in alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarette, fast-food, and soft drink categories. The basic reason is the high taxes.