Rethinking EU restrictive measures     – POLITICO

Are there unintended consequences to European Union sanctions against Russia? While rocked initially by the restrictions, Russia’s economy has shown remarkable resilience. Europe, on the other hand, is facing a year of glacial growth. There are also growing concerns around the legitimacy of some of the embargoes being issued by Brussels, the adverse impact on … Read more

How Cantonese cuisine is being borrowed from around the world – but is it a threat to authenticity?

A growing number of chefs around the world are borrowing techniques, recipes and ingredients from Cantonese cuisine, and using them subtly or overtly in dishes as diverse as Italian, Turkish, German and Japanese. Blue crab dumplings at Gallada, at The Peninsula Istanbul, in Turkey. Photo: Victoria Burrows Chefs taking inspiration from other cultures is, of … Read more

Turkey’s proposal for Gaza security plan faces resistance and suspicion

During the first two months of the Israel-Hamas war, Turkey proposed to several Arab states to develop a security arrangement plan, Kan News’ program “This Morning” reported on Wednesday. According to the report, an Arab diplomat familiar with the matter told Kan News that Turkey offered to present the plan to the United States … Read more

New twist in missing Brit case as family told human remains and wallet have been found near where he vanished in Turkey

THE family of a missing Brit have been told human remains and his wallet have been found near where he vanished. Korhan Berzeg, 83, did not return to his Turkish holiday home after taking his dog for a walk in June last year. 3 Korhan Berzeg, 83, went missing in June last yearCredit: Supplied 3 … Read more

The three Greek islands named the cheapest for package holidays this summer – with pretty beaches and stunning sea views

THREE lesser-known Greek islands have taken the top spots in a check on the cheapest package hol destinations in Europe. Klymnos, near Kos, Thassos and Lefkada are the top go-to value destinations, with the Amalfi coast and Malta faring well in a Which? search of 4,500 package holidays for the first week of August. 4 … Read more

Denver’s best 420 food, drink specials for cannabis cravings

Denver is well known for its green space, but every April it gets even greener with the arrival of 4/20. The signature local event is, of course, the Mile High 420 Fest, which will bring Gucci Mane, Afroman, Big Boss Vette and a smattering of other musicians to Civic Center park. Red Rocks Amphitheatre in … Read more

Iran says it gave warning before attacking Israel, US denies

Turkish, Jordanian and Iraqi officials said on Sunday that Iran gave wide notice days before its drone and missile attack on Israel, but US officials said Tehran did not warn Washington and that it was aiming to cause significant damage. Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles on Saturday in a retaliatory strike after … Read more

China finds foreign support for Xinjiang policies as region seeks to boost economic ties

The event coincided with Eid ul-Fitr, the Muslim festival that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Xinjiang is home to 25.85 million people, 14.93 million of whom are members of ethnic minority groups, including the Muslim Uygurs and Kazakhs. EU sees 200% surge in Xinjiang imports despite human rights concerns Beijing has … Read more

The 4* beachfront resort in Turkey where you can still bag all-inclusive stays from £260pp

WITH more than three million Brits visiting Turkey each year, finding cheap holiday packages isn’t easy. However, we’ve found a four-star hotel on Turkey’s largest yachting marina with budget-friendly stays this spring and summer. 4 Turkey is one of the cheapest destinations for Brits to visitCredit: Getty 4 The Sunbay Park Hotel in Marmaris still … Read more

Mid-air drama as cops storm plane from Manchester Airport after ‘unruly passenger’ forces emergency diversion

A FLIGHT to Turkey was forced to divert due to an “unruly passenger”. The plane jetted off from Manchester Airport around 7.30pm yesterday. 2 A flight to Turkey was forced to divert tonight after a passenger became ‘unruly’Credit: Getty 2 The plane was forced to land in Serbia The Sun Express flight had been set … Read more