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Turkey Faces Setback in European Union Bid 
New York Times - Dec 05 11:51 AM
Turkey faced a suspension of negotiations because of a continuing dispute over Cyprus.Merkel and Chirac soften call for Turkey EU deadline AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 11:11 AM
Germany and France backed away from their call to set a firm deadline for Turkey over its troubled EU candidacy as they warned Syria not to destabilise Lebanon.Turkey warns EU against 'historic mistake' on its membership bid AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 6:07 AM
Turkey has urged EU leaders to avoid "a historic mistake" when they make a critical decision on Anakara's membership bid next week, as it lobbied for the backing of a reluctant Germany and a more supportive Sweden.Turkey urges EU to avoid 'historic mistake', slams German proposal AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 3:46 AM
Turkey has urged EU leaders to avoid "a historic mistake" when they discuss the country's membership bid next week and warned that a German proposal to set a deadline for Ankara to grant trade priviliges to Cyprus would have a "very negative impact."Erdogan tells Merkel to avoid 'historic mistake' on Turkey's EU bid AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 2:49 AM
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he had told German Chancellor Angela Merkel that European Union leaders should avoid "a historic mistake" when they discuss Turkey's membership bid next week.Finnish PM: EU backs plan on Turkey AP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 1:57 AM
The European Union presidency on Tuesday backed a proposal to partially suspend EU membership talks with Turkey because of Ankara's refusal to open up to trade with Cyprus.Merkel seeks future Turkey review BBC News - Dec 05 9:04 AM
The French and German leaders avoid setting a deadline for Turkey to comply with EU demands.EU ties with Russia, Turkey to dominate mini-summit in Germany AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 12:02 AM
Europe's ties with Russia and Turkey dominate a summit between the leaders of France, Germany and Poland, with Chancellor Angela Merkel due to propose stepping up the pressure on Ankara over its troubled EU candidacy.Merkel gives Turkey time to rethink its Cyprus stance Times Online - Dec 05 3:53 PM
Angela Merkel urged Turkey yesterday to break the deadlock over its future status within the European Union by opening its ports to Cyprus....Clashes erupt in Turkey lynching attempt AP via Yahoo! News - Dec 04 7:43 PM
Turkish security forces clashed Monday with an angry crowd trying to lynch a man accused of raping several girls and killing two of them in southeastern Turkey, local media reported. One person was killed in the violence, and at least 22 were injured.Dispute Over Cyprus Latest Hurdle in Turkey's EU Accession Bid Voice of America - Dec 05 12:16 PM
European Union foreign ministers meet next week in Brussels to discuss possible punitive measures against Turkey for its failure to open its airports and harbors to EU-member Cyprus, whose Greek Cypriot government is not recognized by Turkey.Lunch Ladies: Turkey sandwiches Dallas Morning News - Dec 05 10:52 AM
It's that holiday time of year when the turkey's cuisine status is elevated to the highest of pecking orders. Even though we will probably get more than our fill of the holiday bird at grandmother's house and the requisite soirees, the Lunch Ladies often crave a well-made turkey sandwich.Cyprus applauds Germany's proposal to set a deadline for Turkey People's Daily - Dec 05 4:55 PM
The Cypriot government voiced its full support on Tuesday to a German proposal which would set a strict deadline for Turkey to fulfill its obligations towards the Republic of Cyprus.No deadline on Turkey over EU membership talks: Merkel People's Daily - Dec 05 4:53 PM
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Tuesday that there would be no deadline for Turkey over its European Union (EU) membership talks but the country had to fulfill its responsibilities before the EU could consider resuming the talks, local media reported.The Turkey Olympics Sports Illustrated - Dec 04 1:15 PM
Most families consider the term "dressing a turkey" to be stuffing a cooked bird for the feasts of all feasts, correct?Germany and France push for blocks on Turkey Times Online - Dec 05 9:52 AM
The leaders of Germany and France hammered home their support today for the partial suspension of negotiations on Turkey's accession to the European Union over its refusal open up to trade with Cyprus....EU risks 'strategic' error over Turkey: US official AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 04 12:47 PM
The European Union would be making a "major strategic miscalculation" in closing the door on accession negotiations with Turkey, a top official of the US State Department warned.Critical Summit in Germany: Chirac and Merkel Seek New Deadline for Turkey Zaman Online - Dec 05 2:10 PM
French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will reportedly unite to demand tougher conditions for Turkey s European Union membership bid.Pope Benedict takes a 'soft tone' in Turkey National Catholic Reporter - Dec 05 11:53 AM
By JOHN L. ALLEN JR. Istanbul, Ephesus and Ankara, Turkey During his first four foreign trips, Pope Benedict XVI developed the annoying habit of making the world wait for the big story.Germany, France back partial freeze on Turkey's EU entry talks The Daily Star Lebannon - Dec 05 1:04 PM
The leaders of Germany and France underlined their support Tuesday for the partial suspension of Turkey's EU membership negotiations over its refusal open up to trade with Cyprus. Shortly ahead of the statement, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan appealed to the European Union to avoid "putting obstacles on Turkey's road.CL Group C Report: Liverpool's Reserves Lose In Turkey Goal.com - Dec 05 2:32 PM
Liverpool's weakened side have finished their Champions League Group C campaign with a 3-2 defeat in Turkey in a match that mattered little to either side.Merkel eases stance on Turkey s EU membership Financial Times - Dec 05 6:32 AM
German chancellor Angela Merkel has been forced to moderate her hard-line stance on Turkey s bid for membership of the European Union, apparently withdrawing a proposal for an 18-month deadline for Ankara to open its ports to Cyprus.First Matawan Turkey Trot a great success Independent - Dec 05 3:58 PM
Even before Robert Cavanaugh crossed the finish line in 16:34 to be the inaugural winner of the Matawan Borough 5k Turkey Trot Nov. 25, this event was a tremendous success. In my eyes, the success of this race is not solely based on the over 200 registered runners and walkers who participated, but on the overwhelming support of the local businesses, residents and surrounding communities.MERKEL AND CHIRAC SOFTEN CALL FOR TURKEY EU DEADLINE The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 05 11:03 AM
METTLACH, Germany, Dec 5, 2006 (AFP) - Germany and France on Tuesday backed away from their call to set a firm deadline for Turkey over its troubled EU candidacy as they warned Syria not to destabilise Lebanon.Turkey facing identity crisis International Herald Tribune - Dec 04 12:46 PM
Competing forces in Turkey have recently burst into full view.Pope hopes Turkey visit will strengthen global dialogue Ekklesia - Dec 05 4:04 PM
Pope Benedict XVI says he is looking to increased cooperation between Christians, and a stepped-up dialogue with Muslims, following his four-day visit to Turkey - writes Luigi Sandri for Ecumenical News International.Erdogan: Iran, Turkey against disintegration of Iraq Islamic Republic News Agency - Dec 05 7:03 AM
Turkey - Erdogan - Iraq Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said here Tuesday that Iran and Turkey support Iraqi territorial integirty. The prime minister made the remarks while addressing MPs from Justice and Development Party (AKP) at the Grand National Assembly meeting.Security forces kill 5 Kurd rebels in SE Turkey AlertNet - Dec 05 5:26 AM
Source: Reuters TUNCELI, Turkey, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkish security forces said on Tuesday they had killed five Kurdish rebels overnight in clashes in the country's impoverished southeast. The security forces also ... Turkey's Turcas sets up JV with Azerbaijan's SOCAR Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 05 2:29 AM
ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkey's Turcas and Azeri state oil company SOCAR signed a deal on Tuesday to set up a joint venture for oil exploration, commerce and refinery in third countries as well as natural gas business.Opinion: Cyprus Issue Shouldn't Spike Turkey EU Accession Deutsche Welle - Dec 05 6:21 AM
Unless both Turkey and Cyprus jump over their shadows, Ankara can forget any further accession talks with the EU, says DW's Berndt Riegert.A kinder, gentler Benedict XVI emerges in Turkey CTV.ca - Dec 05 7:16 AM
Janis Mackey Frayer on Pope Benedict XVI's efforts to find a reconciliation with Muslims on his trip to Turkey, three months after uttering some inflammatory comments.EU Split Over Imposing Tougher Entry Conditions on Turkey Deutsche Welle - Dec 05 6:21 AM
European Union leaders have divergent views on Turkey's troubled bid to join the 25-nation bloc, with Germany and France set to call for tougher conditions on Ankara. Finland, Sweden, Estonia and Poland want doors open.Report says 1 killed in Turkey during lynching attempt Boston Herald - Dec 05 3:08 AM
Turkish security forces clashed today with an angry crowd trying to lynch a man accused of raping several girls and killing two of them in southeastern Turkey, local media reported. One person was killed...Cookshelf: "Arabesque: A Taste of Morocco, Turkey and Lebanon" Denver Post - Dec 05 5:39 PM
"Arabesque: A Taste of Morocco, Turkey and Lebanon," by Claudia Roden; Knopf, $35EU to Criticize Turkey But Will Keep Door Open Deutsche Welle - Dec 05 6:21 AM
Turkey will likely be allowed to continue the accession process after a key EU report is published on Wednesday. But the bloc is also expected to take aim at what it sees as insufficient reform in a number of areas.MERKEL CALLS FOR PROGRESS REPORT ON TURKEY'S EU BID BEFORE 2009 The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 05 6:18 AM
METTLACH, Germany, Dec 5, 2006 (AFP) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday called for a progress report on Turkey's troubled EU candidacy before spring 2009.Merkel supports the plan to give Turkey 18 months to resolve Cypriot customs issues Aljazeera - Dec 05 3:33 AM
The European Union presidency has backed a proposal to partially suspend EU membership talks with Turkey because of Ankara' refusal to open up trade with Cyprus.Turkey's Garanti Bank secures $500 mln loan Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 05 12:26 AM
ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Garanti Bank , one of Turkey's leading private banks, secured a $500 million loan from international financiers, the bank said in a statement on Tuesday.Turkey's Sabanci buys Indonesian tyre yarn firm Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 05 12:36 AM
ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkey's Sabanci Holding has agreed to buy a controlling stake in Indonesian tyre-yarn firm PT Branta Mulia Tbk , as part of its expansion into east Asia, it said on Tuesday.EU attacks Turkey deadline plan BBC News - Dec 04 12:28 PM
The EU's enlargement commissioner urges Germany and France not to set a new deadline on Turkey over Cyprus.Turkey: Withdrawl Schedule Will Improve Situation India Daily - Dec 05 8:24 AM
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Dec. 5 if U.S. forces announce a withdrawal schedule, the situation in Iraq will improve. Erdogan also emphasized the importance of Turkey's role in strengthening the Iraqi government.Turkey's Sabanci buys Indonesian textile firm Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 04 11:58 PM
ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkey's Sabanci Holding said on Tuesday it had agreed to buy a 54.2 percent stake in Indonesian firm PT Branta Mulia Tbk.Richards' turkey calls made from wood found on ancestor's grave The Troy Messenger - Dec 05 12:28 AM
When Donny Richards tells folks that the wood he uses for his sweet sounding turkey calls grew out of an ancestor's chest, they chuckle in disbelief. When they hear the sweet sounds the turkey calls make, they reach for their wallets.BRUSSELS URGES FRANCE, GERMANY NOT TO SET STRICT TURKEY DEADLINE The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 05 2:03 AM
BRUSSELS, Dec 5, 2006 (AFP) - The European Commission urged France and Germany Tuesday not to set a strict deadline for Turkey to meet its obligations toward Cyprus, saying that such time limits had not worked in the past.ISLAM - VATICAN Turkey and Regensburg: the same Pope AsiaNews.it - Dec 05 7:40 AM
by Samir Khalil Samir, sj In his meetings in Turkey, Benedict XVI launched once again the ideas of Regensburg, building opportunities for encounter and dialogue between West and East. The urgency of condemning violence and safeguarding open secularity, against the temptation of politics that marginalizes religion and religion that monopolizes politics. Denso Corp. (J.DNO or 6902) will begin selling in Turkey Turks.US - Dec 05 6:20 AM
Denso Corp. (J.DNO or 6902) will begin selling in Turkey starters and alternators in January 2003, and producing thermal products in February 2004, to meet increasing demand for car air conditioning in Europe.France and Germany back partial suspension of EU membership talks with Turkey International Herald Tribune - Dec 05 12:46 PM
Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Jacques Chirac also urged the European Commission to report back to EU leaders with a review of Turkish compliance in 18 months.Erdogan about EU: Turkey s Withdrawal from Negotiation Table will be a Great Mistake PanARMENIAN.Net - Dec 05 5:38 AM
Prime Minister of Turkey warned European Union about interrupting negotiations on his country s accession to the EU.PRESIDENT ILHAM ALIYEV RECEIVES GENERAL COMMANDER OF THE TURKEY S GENDARMERIE FORCES ISIK KOSANER AzerTag - Dec 05 7:42 AM
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev today at the Presidential Palace received Isik Kosaner, the General Commander of the Turkey s Gendarmerie forces.(AFX UK Focus) 2006-12-05 12:28 GMT: Brussels urges France, Germany not to set strict Turkey deadline Interactive Investor - Dec 05 4:58 AM
BRUSSELS (AFX) - The European Commission urged France and Germany not to set a strict deadline for Turkey to meet its obligations toward Cyprus, saying that such time limits had not worked in the past.Brussels urges France, Germany not to set strict Turkey deadline Sharewatch - Dec 05 4:27 AM
\"We have to find a balanced solution, which both demonstrates the consequences for a candidate that does not fulfil its obligations and keeps the accession process open, given Turkey\'s strategic importance,\" the commission\'s spokeswoman on enlargement said.(AFX UK Focus) 2006-12-05 12:19 GMT: EU presidency insists Turkey issue be resolved before summit Interactive Investor - Dec 05 4:44 AM
BRUSSELS (AFX) - The EU presidency insisted that Turkey's troubled membership talks will not figure on the agenda of a summit of EU heads of state and government late next week.France and Germany Going to Take Tougher Stand on Turkey PanARMENIAN.Net - Dec 05 4:08 AM
The German Chancellor not only supports the decision to partially suspend talks with Turkey but also stands for complicating the negotiation terms.Sad end for media-friendly turkey BBC News - Dec 04 9:43 AM
A turkey which escaped being Christmas dinner last year and was given her own web page meets a tragic end.Turkey Hopes for Breakthrough in Karabakh Process in 2007 PanARMENIAN.Net - Dec 05 3:38 AM
Turkey is inspired by the ongoing and improving dialogue between Azerbaijan and Armenia, said the Turkish Deputy FM.Clashes Erupt in Turkey Lynching Attempt AP via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 04 7:43 PM
Turkish security forces clashed Monday with an angry crowd trying to lynch a man accused of raping several girls and killing two of them in southeastern Turkey, local media reported.TURKEY The struggle of a family to keep a church open AsiaNews.it - Dec 05 4:40 AM
Slander and bureaucratic excuses face an Italian man, his Turkish wife and their two children as they seek to preserve the only Christian building in Samsun. They hope the journey of the Pope will bring true religious freedom to Turkey.Merkel Steps up Pressure on Turkey Deutsche Welle - Dec 04 11:48 PM
German Chancellor Angela Merkel will on Tuesday seek France's support for setting Turkey an 18-month deadline to open its ports to Cyprus and salvage Ankara's EU membership ambitions, a government spokesman said.United Tech to Build Facility in Turkey AP via Yahoo! Finance - Dec 04 10:51 AM
United Technologies Corp. said its Pratt & Whitney subsidiary has signed an agreement with Turkish Airlines' Turkish Airlines Technic Inc. to build an aircraft engine overhaul facility in Istanbul, Turkey, for an undisclosed sum.EU TIES WITH RUSSIA, TURKEY TO DOMINATE MINI-SUMMIT IN GERMANY The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 04 10:48 PM
METTLACH, Germany, Dec 5, 2006 (AFP) - Europe's ties with Russia and Turkey dominate a summit between the leaders of France, Germany and Poland on Tuesday, with Chancellor Angela Merkel due to propose stepping up the pressure on Ankara over its troubled EU candidacy.EU-Russia Ties, Turkey Top Agenda of Germany Summit Mosnews - Dec 05 1:55 AM
Europe s ties with Russia and Turkey dominate a summit between the leaders of France, Germany and Poland, with Chancellor Angela Merkel due to propose stepping up the pressure on Ankara over its troubled EU candidacy, the AFP news agency reports.EU deadline for Turkey? Kathimerini - Dec 05 12:57 AM
Greece expressed its disagreement with European Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn yesterday as Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis said that Turkey should be given an 18-month deadline to open its ports and airports to Cypriot ships and airplanes.Turkey crashes through window at Novato High Marin Independent Journal - Dec 04 11:49 PM
A wild turkey crashed through the window of the school counselors' office at Novato High School on Monday morning, startling school employees. "I thought it was a bomb," said office manager Lillian Rincon, who called police after the turkey broke in at about 10:15 a.m. "It was so loud.Germany, France Back Partial Halt To Turkey-EU Talks Radio Free Europe: Radio Library - Dec 05 9:08 AM
December 5, 2006 -- The leaders of Germany and France said today they support the partial suspension of Turkey's European Union membership negotiations over its refusal to open up to trade with Cyprus.Pope Says Trip to Turkey 'Unforgettable' The Herald-Sun - Dec 04 9:04 PM
Pope Benedict XVI said Sunday that his recent trip to Turkey was an "unforgettable" experience that he hoped would lead to dialogue with Muslims. However, some Islamic leaders said the pope had not sufficiently made amends for his September remarks on Islam and violence.Turkey Day etiquette tips to tame the Philistine Allen American Star - Dec 05 12:08 AM
Turkey Day is no excuse to let proper etiquette fly out the window. While the Cowboys may be at Texas Stadium on this hallowed holiday, there are those who would still appreciate some more refined holiday dining.United Tech to Build Facility in Turkey KiplingerForecasts.com - Dec 04 11:08 AM
(AP) HARTFORD, Conn. United Technologies Corp. said its Pratt & Whitney subsidiary has signed an agreement with Turkish Airlines' Turkish Airlines Technic Inc. to build an aircraft engine overhaul facility in Istanbul, Turkey, for an undisclosed sum.Gerrard misses Turkey trip Khaleej Times - Dec 04 7:55 PM
ISTANBUL Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will miss his side s Champions League clash at Galatasaray today. Gerrard has not travelled to Turkey with the rest of the Liverpool squad because manager Rafa Benitez wants to rest the England midfielder.Let them eat turkey Warsaw Business Journal - Dec 04 11:33 PM
Turkey-meat producer Indykpol wants to invest R10 million in a plant in Russia or Ukraine.Cat Care Market in Turkey Saw Healthy Annual Growth of 5.2% Between 2000 and 2005 [Press Release] Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance - Dec 05 1:00 AM
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of Datamonitor's new report: Cat Care in Turkey to 2010 to their offering.Leave EU door open for Turkey: Italian PM TurkishPress.com - Dec 04 4:22 PM
ATHENS - Italy's Prime Minister Romano Prodi called on Monday for Europe to "leave the door open" for Turkey to join the EU despite the partial suspension of talks due to Turkey's refusal to open its ports to Cyprus.New EU deadline for Turkey sought Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Dec 04 10:52 AM
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - France and Germany plan to jointly urge the European Union to set a new deadline for Turkey to open its ports to Cyprus or face a harsher blow to its membership bid, despite a plea from the EU's enlargement chief.Pope's Turkey Trip Defies Expectations and is Hailed as Major Success Catholic Times - Dec 04 3:59 PM
By Gerry O'Connell in Turkey: Pope Benedict's visit to Turkey was an enormous success as he extended the hand of friendship, dialogue and peace to the Turkish state and its majority Muslim population, developed closer relations with the Orthodox Church, and gave new heart to the country's tiny Catholic and Christian communities.EU risks 'strategic' error over Turkey: US official TurkishPress.com - Dec 04 4:21 PM
BRUSSELS - The European Union would be making a "major strategic miscalculation" in closing the door on accession negotiations with Turkey, a top official of the US State Department warned here Monday.Conspiracy Museum temporarily closing AP via Yahoo! News - Dec 05 5:34 PM
Surely an institution that floats the idea of two Lee Harvey Oswalds can blame its closure on a more complex plot than making way for turkey subs.Gerrard misses Turkey trip TurkishPress.com - Dec 04 4:23 PM
ISTANBUL - Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will miss his side's Champions League clash at Galatasaray on Tuesday. Gerrard has not travelled to Turkey with the rest of the Liverpool squad because manager Rafa Benitez wants to rest the England midfielder.Merkel, Chirac unite against Turkey UPI - 22 minutes ago
BRUSSELS, Dec. 5 (UPI) -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Jacques Chirac are taking a united hard line on Turkish admission to the European Union.Pope Offers Thanks to Turkey Zaman Online - Dec 04 2:10 PM
The spiritual leader of the Catholic world Pope Benedict the 16th who has recently paid a visit to Turkey, has said that he hoped his visit would be instrumental in maintaining a more fruitful dialogue with the Muslim believers.Eureka Encounters Oil Shows at Koyunlu-1 in Turkey Rigzone - Dec 04 1:08 PM
Eureka reports that the Koyunlu-1 well, located onshore South Eastern Turkey, had reached a depth of 1,252 meters. Since November 27th, casing was run and cemented at 1,215 meters and 32 meters were drilled to present depth of 1,252 meters.UK PRESS: Tougher EU Entry Conditions For Turkey Sought Nasdaq - Dec 04 6:53 AM
NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Germany and France will demand on Tuesday tougher conditions for Turkey's European Union membership bid, the Financial Times reported on its Web site Monday.Turkey hopes to cash in on Pope's visit Middle East Times - Dec 04 7:21 AM
ANKARA -- Turkey hopes that the success of Pope Benedict XVI's high-profile visit last week will help turn around its tourism industry that was hit by a series of domestic crises this year that scared visitors away.Turkey urges EU not to make "historic mistake" on its membership bid People's Daily - Dec 05 4:53 PM
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan Tuesday urged the European Union (EU) not to make "a historical mistake" on his country's EU membership bid at the next week's EU summit, local media reported.Europe made impasse with Turkey inevitable Financial Times - Dec 05 11:58 AM
So the long-expected upset in Turkish-European Union talks has happened. It is one that will surprise few people.TURKEY PREPARES TO CANCEL ATTACK COPTER BID Middle East Newsline - Dec 04 9:54 AM
ANKARA [MENL] -- Turkey appears prepared to cancel a multi-billion-dollar attack helicopter program. Officials said the General Staff and Defense Industry Undersecretariat, or SSM, cannot agree on the army's next helicopter.Move to force Turkey's hand The Scotsman - Dec 04 5:30 PM
THE French president, Jacques Chirac, and the German chancellor, Angela Merkel, will today discuss setting a new deadline for Turkey to open its ports to Cyprus, or face a harsher blow to its application to join the EU.Feasibility study for Romania-Turkey submarine cable link will cost EUR 1,5 M Nine O'Clock - Dec 04 1:41 PM
BUCHAREST The feasibility study for the submarine cable link that will connect Turkey to Romania will cost EUR 1,5 M and will be conducted by Transelectrica and a privately owned Turkish company, Transelectrica CEO Stelian Gal told the Money Channel.TURKEY VISIT 'UNFORGETTABLE': POPE New York Post - Dec 04 2:37 AM
VATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict said yesterday that his recent trip to Turkey was an "unforgettable" experience that he hoped would lead to dialogue with Muslims. However, some Islamic leaders said the pope had not sufficiently made amends for his...Turkey New Base for Spanish Kitchen Giant Zaman Online - Dec 05 2:12 PM
Fagor, the Spanish industrial kitchen giant, is preparing plans to construct its second 10-million-euro plant in Gebze, near Istanbul, in early January.Erdogan: Turkey neutral in Tehran-Washington relations Islamic Republic News Agency - Dec 04 5:56 AM
Iran - Turkey - Erdogan Turkey has nothing to do with Tehran-Washington relations and believes that any party expecting Turkish mediation, should clarify its own desire to the Ankara government, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said upon his departure from Tehran late Sunday.Pontiff finishes visit to Turkey Coos Bay World Link - Dec 04 10:06 AM
ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) - Pope Benedict XVI was greeted in Turkey with a lecture on how the Christian West scorns Islam. He left Friday with Istanbul's chief Islamic cleric speaking lyrically of better days ahead between the faiths.One dead in lynch mob violence CNN.com - Dec 05 5:45 AM
ISTANBUL, Turkey (Reuters) -- One man was shot dead and nearly 100 people were injured in clashes in eastern Turkey between security forces and an armed mob trying to lynch a confessed child rapist, authorities said on Tuesday.Correction New York Times - 2 hours, 25 minutes ago
An article on Nov. 8 about cooking turkey misstated the likelihood of bacterial contamination in certain types of poultry. Studies have found that poultry raised in pasture is at least as likely to be contaminated as poultry raised in large-scale operations in close confinement. It is not less likely to be contaminated.Investigators look into cause of turkey farm fire WOOD TV 8 Grand Rapids - Dec 04 4:53 AM
Investigators will be in Allegan County Monday to look into what caused a fire at a turkey farm.Norway regards suspension of Turkey's EU entry talks as mistake People's Daily - Dec 04 3:37 AM
Visiting Norwegian Parliament President Thorbjorn Jagland said on Monday that suspension of Turkey's talks for entry into the EU would be a mistake.Otto Completes Seismic Survey in Turkey Rigzone - Dec 05 12:08 PM
Otto reports that the 2006 Edirne seismic survey has identified several leads and drilling prospects. The 2006 Edirne Seismic survey completed acquisition on November 24th and final processing and interpretation is continuing.Talking turkey Los Angeles Daily News - Dec 05 2:07 PM
Thanksgiving Day, just around the corner on Nov. 23, can be celebrated by the family as a hotel brunch, a sit-down restaurant dinner or a hotel buffet dinner.TURKEY Mgr Franceschini: Turks are missing Pope Asia News AsiaNews.it - Dec 04 6:40 AM
Asia News TURKEY Mgr Franceschini: Turks are missing Pope TURKEY vatican PAPAL VISIT POPE BENEDICT xvi REACTIONS The president of the Turkey s bishops conference told how after Ephesus, Benedict XVI could at last be a religious leader through and through and how he won people s hearts. Pope's Historic Turkey Visit Worth Billions of Dollars Turks.US - Dec 04 4:37 AM
The historic visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Turkey is worth billions of dollars according to tourism pundits. Almost every instant of the momentous visit, the pontiff's first-ever visit to a Muslim country, were broadcast live worldwide.Meth lab found in Turkey area Sampson Independent - Dec 04 5:40 AM
TURKEY Even as the need for continued awareness of methamphetamine was being preached across the state and country as part of National Meth Awareness Day on Thursday, Sampson County Sheriff s authorities were investigating a meth lab discovered in the county, the 13th such lab this year.VATICAN - TURKEY Benedict and Bartholomew to meet next year in Ravenna Asia News AsiaNews.it - Dec 04 6:25 AM
Asia News VATICAN - TURKEY Benedict and Bartholomew to meet next year in Ravenna VATICAN TURKEY pope benedict xvi patriarch ecumenic ravenna joint commission petrine primacy The possibility that Pope and Patriarch may preside over the opening of the next meeting of the Joint Theological Commission studying ways to solve Catholic-Orthodox divisions is under examination.