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The Independent Communication Network (BİA) is the centre piece of the IPSCommunication Foundation. BİA is an ongoing project trying to accomplish theaim of strengthening the "independent media" by four main activity areas. Eventhough our news site is well-known in Turkey and even more widely known internationally, BİA targets to change the entire communication process beyond its daily news production.

Erdoğan’s advisor denies rift with nationalist ally Bahçeli over Öcalan remarks The advisor has rejected the claims tha...
15/11/2024

Erdoğan’s advisor denies rift with nationalist ally Bahçeli over Öcalan remarks

The advisor has rejected the claims that Erdoğan had no prior knowledge of Bahçeli’s call for Öcalan to speak in the parliament to declare the dissolution of the PKK militant group.

The advisor has rejected the claims that Erdoğan had no prior knowledge of Bahçeli’s call for Öcalan to speak in the parliament to declare the dissolution of the PKK militant group.

Two million children in Turkey in ‘absolute poverty’This figure means that about one in every 10 children in the country...
15/11/2024

Two million children in Turkey in ‘absolute poverty’

This figure means that about one in every 10 children in the country lives in a state of absolute poverty, according to a TEPAV study.

This figure means that about one in every 10 children in the country lives in a state of absolute poverty, according to a TEPAV study.

N**e painting mistaken for Picasso seized in art trafficking raid, later censoredNews about an “18th century painting da...
14/11/2024

N**e painting mistaken for Picasso seized in art trafficking raid, later censored

News about an “18th century painting dated 1875 by Picasso,” who was born in 1881, rapidly circulated in Turkish media following the raid. In the photos of the seized items released by authorities after the raid, the n**e painting was seen blurred.

Online information indicates that the painting closely resembles “Bather,” a painting by Russian artist Andrei Frantsevich Belloli

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News about an “18th century painting by Picasso” dated 1875 rapidly circulated in Turkish media following the raid.

Journalism group calls for withdrawal of ‘agents of influence’ bill targeting journalists
12/11/2024

Journalism group calls for withdrawal of ‘agents of influence’ bill targeting journalists

The Press Council warns that the proposed offense, with its vague and broad definition, could result in journalists who report critically on government actions being prosecuted.

MP raises concerns over growing access to fi****ms in Turkey
12/11/2024

MP raises concerns over growing access to fi****ms in Turkey

The use of fi****ms in routine situations show that it’s being normalized in the country, MP Gürer warns.

Five children killed in İzmir house fireThe children’s mother was reportedly out collecting recyclables to sell at the t...
12/11/2024

Five children killed in İzmir house fire

The children’s mother was reportedly out collecting recyclables to sell at the time of the incident.

The children’s mother was reportedly out collecting recyclables to sell at the time of the incident.

Former Ankaragücü club president sentenced over post-match attack on referee
11/11/2024

Former Ankaragücü club president sentenced over post-match attack on referee

Faruk Koca and three other defendants have received suspended prison sentences ranging from 15 months to over five years.

Journalist Furkan Karabay remanded in custody over reporting, social media posts about municipal takeoversKarabay was de...
11/11/2024

Journalist Furkan Karabay remanded in custody over reporting, social media posts about municipal takeovers

Karabay was detained in a raid on his home after he criticized İstanbul’s chief prosecutor on social media for his involvement in the arrest of an opposition mayor

Karabay had criticized İstanbul's chief prosecutor over the recent arrest and removal of an opposition mayor.

Açık Radyo returns online after license revocationTurkey’s media regulators had blocked the radio station’s terrestrial ...
11/11/2024

Açık Radyo returns online after license revocation

Turkey’s media regulators had blocked the radio station’s terrestrial license last month over remarks on the Armenian genocide.

The independent radio collective that has been broadcasting for 30 years has changed its name to “Apaçık Radyo.”

Turkey’s media regulators had blocked the radio station’s terrestrial license last month over remarks on the Armenian genocide.

MUBI Fest İstanbul canceled after last-minute ban on opening film ‘Queer’
07/11/2024

MUBI Fest İstanbul canceled after last-minute ban on opening film ‘Queer’

The authorities justified the ban on the grounds that the film could “jeopardize public peace.”

Ecology and Climate Reporting Workshop by Atölye BİA
07/11/2024

Ecology and Climate Reporting Workshop by Atölye BİA

The workshop, held on Nov 4-5, covered the foundational principles and scope of climate and ecology reporting.

Court rejects appeal of arrested Esenyurt mayor Ahmet Özer, trustee appointment upheld
07/11/2024

Court rejects appeal of arrested Esenyurt mayor Ahmet Özer, trustee appointment upheld

Özer’s lawyers argued in a 40-page petition that the “PKK membership” allegation was unfounded, emphasizing that he has served as a public figure for nearly 40 years.

İrfan Alış, lead singer of Peyk and rights advocate, dies at 53
05/11/2024

İrfan Alış, lead singer of Peyk and rights advocate, dies at 53

Throughout his decades-long career, Alış worked for solidarity among musicians.

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