The New Wave of Female Stand-ups
Despite the sexist attitudes faced by women who take up comedy, a growing number are fighting back.
17 Nov 23
Turkey
Price Rises Make Contraceptives Unaffordable for Many
The country’s economic crisis and conservative attitudes are combining to restrict access to birth control.
17 Nov 23
Erdogan’s New Islamist Allies Raise Fears Over Domestic Violence Protections
The move follows Turkey's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention.
17 Nov 23
Meet the Former Teacher Growing Hi-Tech Strawberries
“They’re like my children, I give them love and affection every day.”
17 Nov 23
Turkey Takes Sharp Stance Against Israel
Erdoğan appears to weigh appeasing domestic anger with the potential geopolitical benefits of restraint.
1 Nov 23
Turkey and Central Asia’s Growing Partnership
Erdoğan’s win marks continuity in Turkish economic and political engagement with the region.
8 Jun 23
Turkey Votes: Normalisation With Armenia Will Continue
The presidential contest looms large over the South Caucasus region and the outcome will have a profound impact in Yerevan and Baku.
19 May 23
Armenia-Turkey Border Set to Reopen After Three Decades
The plan to allow third-country nationals to cross is seen as the next step towards full normalisation between the two neighbours.
7 Jul 22
Assessing Armenia-Turkey Normalisation
After decades of strained relations, why are they finally making serious moves towards re-opening ties?
16 Dec 21
How TikTok is Giving Turkey’s Working Class a Voice
“I want to give the social message that everyone is equal, that’s the goal of my videos.”
10 Nov 21
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