The government defended assassinated Turkish-Armenian journalist Dink's conviction for "insulting Turkishness" with the comparison to a neo-Nazi case. "Since Dink had not asked for protection, he was not under threat", the government also claimed.

Greek Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew advocated for a peaceful coexistence, saying, "We have no ulterior motives. We came to commemorate the Greek Orthodox people living in this area". The service was attended by hundreds of Greek Orthodox Christians from Turkey and abroad.

Greek Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew advocated for a peaceful coexistence, saying, "We have no ulterior motives. We came to commemorate the Greek Orthodox people living in this area". The service was attended by hundreds of Greek Orthodox Christians from Turkey and abroad.

The PKK announced its decision for a period of "passive defence" from 13 August till 20 September. The constancy of the process is contingent on four conditions. The decision was influenced by the beginning of the moths of Ramadan amongst other factors.

The PKK announced its decision for a period of "passive defence" from 13 August till 20 September. The constancy of the process is contingent on four conditions. The decision was influenced by the beginning of the moths of Ramadan amongst other factors.

The Basketball Federation has decided to use the term “women’s league.” Associate Professor Dr. Cubukcu from Istanbul University says, "The equivalent of man is woman, not lady.” Language experts advocate the word, “woman.” International sports organisations also use, “woman,” not “lady.”

The Basketball Federation has decided to use the term “women’s league.” Associate Professor Dr. Cubukcu from Istanbul University says, "The equivalent of man is woman, not lady.” Language experts advocate the word, “woman.” International sports organisations also use, “woman,” not “lady.”

It has been revealed that no charges have been pressed against the 34 people, who are accused of raping 17-year-old N.Y. in Van. Among the 34 people, are the relatives of AKP Deputy Orhan. Justice Minister Ergin stated that an investigation was carried out about four of the suspects, but the file was closed due to lack of evidence.

It has been revealed that no charges have been pressed against the 34 people, who are accused of raping 17-year-old N.Y. in Van. Among the 34 people, are the relatives of AKP Deputy Orhan. Justice Minister Ergin stated that an investigation was carried out about four of the suspects, but the file was closed due to lack of evidence.

Journalists in Adana are protesting Metropolitan Municipality Assembly’s Acting President Mustafa Tuncel, who said “I will beat up whoever writes against me.” The journalists wore crash helmets and went to the Municipality Building.

Journalists in Adana are protesting Metropolitan Municipality Assembly’s Acting President Mustafa Tuncel, who said “I will beat up whoever writes against me.” The journalists wore crash helmets and went to the Municipality Building.

American journalist Jake Hess will remain under detention for a third day. IPS has stated that Hess is not an agency reporter but a freelance journalist. The agency said that they are closely following Hess’ situation.

American journalist Jake Hess will remain under detention for a third day. IPS has stated that Hess is not an agency reporter but a freelance journalist. The agency said that they are closely following Hess’ situation.

ILO report states that there are 81 million young unemployed people in the world. The rate of youth unemployment in Turkey is more than twice the world average. The crisis hit the youth more than it hit the adults.

Men have killed at least 23 women in July. Six women have lost their lives suspiciously. Last month at least 20 women were injured, 18 women and children were raped, 27 people – 20 of whom were children – were victims of sexual abuse and exploitation.

American journalist Jake Hess has been detained on allegations that he is "aiding PKK;” He is currently at the Diyarbakir Anti-Terrorism Branch.

ABF president Ali Balkiz called on TRT to treat equally all faiths, cultures and religions, and to broadcast programs taking into account the feelings of the unbelieving and ones who don’t fast.

With the start of Ramadan, mainstream media began distributing tables showing fast breaking times, Korans, and fast breaking dinner menus.