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Turkish journalist questioned over article on Armenian youth released after brief detention

Tuğçe Yılmaz, an editor at the independent Turkish news outlet Bianet who was detained by police during an identity check in İstanbul on Tuesday evening, was released from custody on Wednesday after testifying to prosecutors about a report on Armenian …

Gabar oil field tests emergency response in major disaster drill

In brief: An emergency drill simulating a "worst-case scenario" has been successfully conducted at the strategically important Gabar Mountain oil field in southeast Turkey. The large-scale exercise, involving 130 personnel, has tested the …

Penn State basketball updates roster, welcoming new freshman and dishing out uniform numbers

Penn State’s 2025-26 roster has officially undergone its first major update, showcasing what the Nittany Lions might look like on the court this season. Coach Mike Rhoades’ squad has officially added Turkish guard Melih Tunca after his reported commitment …

Turkish president, Omani sultan discuss bilateral ties, regional and global issues

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq over phone on Wednesday, discussing bilateral ties, as well as regional and global issues, according to a statement by Turkiye’s Communications Directorate. Erdogan said …

Turkish police apprehend senior IS member at Istanbul airport

ISTANBUL, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Turkish police apprehended a senior member of the Islamic State (IS), who was on the Interior Ministry's list of most-wanted terrorist suspects, at Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, local media reported. The suspect, …

DGCA conducts safety inspections of Turkish Airlines flight

India’s civil aviation regulator has conducted safety-related inspections of Turkish Airlines’ passenger and cargo flights at Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Accordingly, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), in accordance with ‘ …

In Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine talk peace but are still far apart on truce 

A much-awaited meeting between the Ukrainian government delegation and their Russian counterparts, on Monday, ended within an hour and with little progress in negotiating the end to the war that started in 2022. While agreements were reached on prisoner …

Norwegian Foreign Minister on Istanbul talks: Russia again shows no readiness for peace

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said that at the meeting of the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul this week, Russia again failed to demonstrate a real readiness for peace or negotiations. That’s according to the top diplomat’s …

Turkish Police Bust Network Linked to Illegal Online Gambling

Turkish police have conducted nationwide raids as part of a cybercrime investigation, arresting nearly 150 individuals and seizing assets valued at approximately $127 million, with charges including illegal betting. Police in Turkey Conduct Statewide Raids …

Turkish Airlines under fire: DGCA finds major safety lapses at Indian Airports

Daijiworld Media Network – New Delhi New Delhi, Jun 4: In a damning revelation, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has found multiple safety violations by Turkish Airlines during surprise inspections conducted between May 29 and June 2 at …

Explosives in cargo, no engineer at arrival: What officials found on Turkish Airlines planes at Delhi, Bengaluru, ...

DGCA directs Turkish Airlines to ensure compliance with safety regulations after inspections reveal lapses

Amid the backlash against Turkey in India over the former’s open support for Pakistan, India’s aviation safety watchdog Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed Turkish Airlines to ensure full compliance with international civil aviation …

Fifth wave of operations against İstanbul Municipality: 5 mayors imprisoned

As part of the investigation targeting the İstanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB), 22 people, including five mayors, were imprisoned in the fifth wave of the operation. Out of the 36 individuals detained in the operation, 30 were referred to the on-duty …

New Harmony principal eager for new challenge

Completing his fifth year with Harmony Public Schools, Mirac Zafer is taking on the principalship of the new Harmony School of Innovation in Odessa. To be located at 4261 Mission Blvd., the school is scheduled to open in August of this year. The campus …

Turkish Airlines passenger from Denver is 7th measles case tied to DIA outbreak

The new patient is among four people who flew on Turkish Airlines flight 201, which landed at Denver International Airport on May 13, who have since tested positive for measles. Originally Published: June 4, 2025 at 3:29 PM MDT

Unveiling Islamophobia in Europe: Case of Turkish Cypriot people

I was in Azerbaijan on May 26-27 to attend a significant conference entitled “Islamophobia in Focus: Unveiling Bias, Shattering Stigmas.” The conference was held to commemorate the third anniversary of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, which …

DGCA flags safety lapses by Turkish Airlines, orders immediate compliance

India’s civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has flagged safety and compliance lapses by Turkish Airlines following inspections of its passenger and cargo operations at four major Indian airports. According to the …

Lavrov: Our Negotiations with Kyiv in Istanbul yielded concrete results

[Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:05:40 +0300] Moscow – SABA: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine held in Istanbul last Monday resulted in tangible outcomes. This came during a government meeting with Russian …

High school students flock to lakeside towns for Beach Day

After a long, cold winter and chilly spring, hundreds of area students ditched class and headed south for Beach Day on Friday.  Article content Lakeside towns in Norfolk County were packed with teens relaxing on the sand, listening to music and even taking …

4Kira4Dads 'Dads Got Something to Say' Capitol Hill Advocacy Days Spotlighting Fathers’ Role in Maternal Health Movement

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In honor of Father’s Day and in service of its mission to eliminate preventable maternal deaths, 4Kira4Moms proudly announces the 4Kira4Dads ”Dads Got Something to Say” Advocacy Days, …

A Powerful New Saga Unfolds: 'The Emperor of California' by Lee R. Brand

"The Emperor of California" by Lee R. Brand invites readers on an unforgettable journey where power, prophecy, and political intrigue collide. FRESNO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The Emperor of …

Policy Pathways Launches 'Uncounted': A National Civilian-Driven In-Custody Death Reporting Database

Accountability Begins With A Count. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark step toward justice and transparency in the American criminal legal system, Policy Pathways, Inc., has launched Uncounted—the …

Office of the Governor — News Release — Gov. Green Releases Intent-to-Veto List

STATE OF HAWAIʻI  KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI    JOSH GREEN, M.D.  GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA    GOVERNOR GREEN RELEASES INTENT-TO-VETO LIST  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2025 HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today informed legislative leaders and stakeholders …

Higher Ed Coalition Urges Trump Administration to Immediately Reverse Actions on Intl. Student Visas

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges has joined leading higher education organizations to reverse actions on intl. student visas. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association …

VETCOMM US CEO Kate Monroe Honored with Veteran Media Advocate Award at Military & Veterans Entertainment Awards Gala

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kate Monroe, CEO and founder of VETCOMM US, has been recognized for her outstanding advocacy and media leadership with the "Veterans Media Advocate" Award at the …

MoonPay Secures BitLicense, Expanding Crypto Access in New York State

Regulatory Milestone Strengthens MoonPay’s Commitment to Secure and Accessible Crypto Services NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MoonPay, a global cryptocurrency on-ramp and payments leader, has secured the …

Blake Hunter Yagman Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson as Partner

Top Boutique Law Firm Adds Leading Antitrust and Data Privacy Attorney to its Growing Practice RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce that Blake Hunter Yagman, …

Americans Regain Spending Confidence as Business Caution Grows, According to Prosper Insights and the Federal Reserve

Latest Prosper Monthly Consumer Survey reveals that while Americans remain concerned about the job market, their day-to-day spending attitudes are stabilizing WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research from …

LKICORP® Global Icon Luke Kriger to expand across USA Territories

Kriger Confident in largest Investment amid Economic Challenges PITTSBURGH , PA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The technological landscape is about to witness a significant shift as LKICORP®, under the Corporate leadership of …

Department Files Civil Forfeiture Complaint Against Over $7.74M Laundered on Behalf of the North Korean Government

The Department of Justice filed a civil forfeiture complaint today in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia alleging that North Korean information technology (IT) workers obtained illegal employment and amassed millions in cryptocurrency for …

Louisiana Man Pleads Guilty to $3.8 Million Durable Medical Equipment Fraud Scheme

A Louisiana man pleaded guilty today in connection with a five-year scheme to submit millions of dollars in fraudulent claims to Medicare for expensive and medically unnecessary medical equipment. According to court documents, Michael L. Riggins, 62, of …

Final of 14 Individuals Sentenced for Dog Fighting

Following a final sentencing hearing today, all 14 defendants convicted in a large-scale federal dog fighting case in Albany, Georgia, have been sentenced to a total of 343 months in prison for dog fighting and other charges. “Dog fighting is an odious …

The Justice Department, Texas Reach Agreement to End In-State Tuition for Illegal Aliens

WASHINGTON – U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released the following statements after a federal judge formally enjoined Texas from providing in-state tuition for illegal aliens. "The Justice Department commends …

Federal Jury Convicts Pakistani Weapons Smuggler of Transporting Iranian Advanced Conventional Weapons Destined for the ...

A federal jury convicted a Pakistani national today on charges related to smuggling Iranian-made advanced conventional weaponry destined for the Houthis in Yemen and threatening multiple witnesses. According to court records and evidence presented at trial …

Justice Department Launches Investigation into Rhode Island for Race-Based Employment Preferences in Violation of Title ...

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation into the State of Rhode Island (“Rhode Island”) concerning potential race-based discrimination in state employment practices. The state of Rhode Island mandates state agencies set …

Five Highs Gang Members Convicted by Jury of RICO Conspiracy, Drug Trafficking, and Firearms Offenses

Following a three-week trial, a federal jury in Minneapolis convicted five Minnesota men today for their involvement in the Highs — a violent Minneapolis street gang — and in gang-related murders, shootings, and narcotics distribution. According to court …

Gang Member Convicted by Jury for his Part in Murder

Following a one-week trial, a federal jury in Memphis convicted a member of the Unknown Vice Lords (UVL) — a violent street gang in Memphis — for his involvement in a gang-related murder, after deliberating for less than an hour. According to court …

Rhode Island Man Sentenced for Setting Fires Around the Exterior of a Church and Assaulting Federal Officers

Kevin Colantonio, 36, pleaded guilty in February 2025 to malicious damage by means of fire, obstruction of free exercise of religious beliefs, and two counts of assault on a federal officer. He was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Court Chief Judge …

Former Owner of Fuel Truck Supply Company Sentenced to Prison for Bid Rigging and Conspiracy to Monopolize

The former owner of fuel truck supply companies was sentenced today in Boise, Idaho, to 12 months in prison and a $20,000 fine for his leadership role in conspiracies to monopolize, rig bids, and allocate territories for fuel truck contracts that assist …