I was elected mayor of Istanbul, yet I am writing this from prison. Turkish democracy is in serious danger.
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In the midst of anger and hatred, one major question remains: can societies still find empathy? | Keith Magee
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Al Pacino reflects on Dog Day Afternoon at 50: "It resonates even more today than it did back then."
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JD Twitch, the respected Scottish DJ from the duo Optimo, has died at the age of 57.
Scottish DJ and producer JD Twitch, best known as one half of the duo Optimo, has died at the age…
"Something is working": UN climate chief expresses optimism about the green transition.
The UN climate chief has stated that countries embracing the shift to a cleaner economy will see major economic benefits,…