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NEWS

Edited by Jan Claire

* The British press reported that a 25-year-old Turkish
woman living in London has been identified as one of
the victims of the bombings there.
  The family of Ms. Gamze Gunoral reported that they
have been officially informed of her death, though
they have not been asked to identify her body.
  They were interviewed by a news correspondent and
said they are currently working to receive her body
after the examinations are completed.
  Gamze's handbag was recovered under the train where
it was blown by the explosion.

* As reported by the Turkish daily Hurriyet, Turkish
Prime Minister Erdogan has strongly condemned two of
the World's larger news agencies - Reuters and the BBC
for calling the Kurdistan Workers Party a "militia" and
not a terrorist organization.
  He went on to say that he believes terrorism is
against humanity and can be overcome by joint
international struggle.
  In his discussion with the media, Erdogan reminded
those present that Turkey has lost 40,000 people to
terrorism. "We have been monitoring the recent
developments and we have no intention of stepping
back." he said.
  Early Saturday we received the news that a bomb
exploded in the western Turkish resort town of
Kusadasi. News agencies are reporting that 5 people are
dead. Kurdistan Workers Party is thought to be behind
the blast.

* On Wednesday night, Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan
appeared on a CNN Turk interview program and was asked
if he will be a candidate for the presidency of Turkey.
  He stated there's no such issue on the agenda at
present, and he said, "There are two more years
before the presidential election and we have locked
ourselves on course to carry Turkey to a better level
and status."
  As an example he said that Turkish per-capita income
is will soon reach equivalent of $10,000. "When our
party came in to power," he added, "The per capita
income in Turkey was the equivalent of $2,100 U.S.
Dollars.
  Currently the average Turk earns $4,300, which he
said will go up in his second term.

* In a report from the Foreign Affairs Committee
meeting in the European Union Parliament held Tuesday,
Turkish press is reporting that British Foreign
Secretary Jack Straw stressed the strategic importance
of Turkey's European Union membership and said that
European Union should keep its promises.
  Mr. Straw said that Turkey should remain within the
framework of the European Union, noting that Turkey
will join the European Union when it has met the
"Copenhagen Criteria".
  Mr. Straw added that Turkey has a major, strategic
importance and that Turkey's accession into the
European Union would help solve the Cyprus question, as
well.
  The Italian Foreign Minister Gianfranco Fini echoed
Straw's sentiments when he said, "I believe that a
democratic, modern Turkey, which has a high living
standard and sharing values of Europe is in the best
interest of the European Union."

* Turkish Daily News is on the story of the United
States releasing a third of its pledged $30.5-million
assistance package to Turkish Cypriots, launching a
project to help them improve their business and banking
services.
  In another development to further help end the
isolation of Turkish Northern Cypress, a private
airline from Azerbaijan said they would start regular
flights to Turkish Cyprus, becoming the first
non-Turkish carrier to fly direct to the Turkish
Republic of Northern Cyprus.

* Turkish media are carrying the ongoing story of Mr.
Cem Uzan, the Young Party leader, and former
businessman who is now facing charges of establishing a
crime network and carrying out criminal offenses in
violation of Turkish banking laws.  He testified in
court, where 34 co-defendants are also on trial.
  The Anatolian News Agency reported yesterday that Mr.
Uzan claimed he had not been granted a fair trial,
and that telephone tapping records submitted as
evidence were obtained illegally. He also alleged that
prosecutors had described Mr. Uzan's family home as a
"safe house," and he disputed that description
strongly. He also told the court, "I believe you will
realize that we did not establish a gang to commit
crimes. I believe you will set us free."
  Other suspects on trial have dismissed involvement in
the crimes specified in the indictments that claim
the Uzan company made them sign documents and carry out
transactions on behalf of the company - against their
will. If found guilty, the defendants could face prison
for between 12 and 45 years!
  Uzan family empire had been ordered by US courts to
pay back $4.3 billion to Motorola and another $1.7
billion to Nokia in July 2003. Last year Turkish
authorities seized the assets of the Uzan empire.
Senior members of the family are on the run.

* On Thursday, a leading finance magazine, "Euromoney,"
selected the Turkish bank, Akbank, as the "best bank in
Turkey". It is the seventh time Akbank has been given
the honor.
  In another story on the Turkish banking industry, the
Spanish BBVA Bank, one of the largest in the World,
is saying that Turkey is among several markets in the
World where they are targeting business expansion.
  According to a Zaman news item quoting a BBVA press
release, the research on purchasing a bank in Turkey
continues but the company has not yet reached a
concrete solution.
  Many sources have noted that Turkey is an attractive
candidate for BBVA's expansion plans.


ARTS AND CULTURE

Edited by Hayal Koc

* The annual "Adalar (Islands) Festival" begins this
weekend on Prince Island of Istanbul on Sunday, July
17th.
  The festival includes a wide array of musical
performances, arts & crafts, film, and theater from
around the World, as well as Turkey.
  There will be a total of over 18 concerts, 10 musical
and dance performances, 6 film screenings, and
several unique art galleries open to the public until
the 24th of July.
  Several different countries will be represented,
including Greece, Germany, and Belgium.
  Prince Islands, an archipelago that consists of nine
islands, are just a few miles from Asian Istanbul in
the Marmara Sea. It is less than an hour by ferry from
the center of the city. The islands are free of cars
and have many beautiful wooden houses, have a resort
atmosphere and offer peace and quiet in a natural
environment.
  Walks or tours with horse-drawn carriages through the
streets of the islands, restaurants or cafes in this
peaceful atmosphere are among the simple joys to be
found on these islands.

* Marc Levy, the famous romance author originally from
Izmir, Turkey, will proudly bring his latest novel,
"Just like Heaven" to the big screen.
  The movie will be produced by Steven Spielberg and
financed by Dreamworks Productions.
  The romantic comedy will star Reese Witherspoon and
Marc Ruffalo and is set to arrive to theaters near
you later this year. Don't miss it!

* In the latest archeology news, the lead archeologist
at Catalhoyuk, the World's oldest urban civilization,
has determined that the ancient community who lived
there practiced an egalitarian lifestyle.
  Dr. Ian Hodder and his team of over 100 international
archeologists found evidence of a real camaraderie
and equality among the 5,000, to 10,000 settlers of the
ancient city.
  Examples of this can be found in the communal
religious structures, cemeteries and community
terraces. Hodder noted that such a finding was indeed
rare, as most ancient societies were structured around
a key leader figure, such as a king or emperor.
  Hodder also emphasized the need for continued funding
of the archeological project underway to unearth and
preserve historical artifacts and boost tourism to the
ancient city.
  The Turkish government has already taken the first
step by placing the area under government protection
and funding research efforts.

* After a successful run, the Istanbul International
Jazz Festival ends this weekend, with three final
performances by The Three Guitars, The Paris Combo, and
the DMC Jazz Performers. The closing party will be held
Sunday night in the newly renovated "French Street" in
Taksim, Istanbul.
  http://www.iksv.org/caz/english/

EXCHANGE RATE

EXCHANGE RATE for the U.S. dollar in New Turkish Liras:  1.33

WEATHER

High and Low Temperatures in Degrees F, Weather

 Ankara, in central Turkey----------:  73/64 Showers
 Antalya, on the Mediterranean------:  82/73 Showers
 Istanbul, in northwestern Turkey---:  81/70 Showers
 Izmir, on the Aegean---------------:  88/73 Partly Cloudy
 Trabzon, on the Black Sea----------:  81/72 Showers

SPORTS

Edited by Mark Nowak

Soccer
  
* Turkish midfielder Emre has completed his transfer from Italian side Inter
Milan to English Premier League club Newcastle United.

* Besiktas have transferred right back Fatih Sonkaya to Portuguese club FC
Porto, in a deal worth 1.5 million euros.

* Trabzonspor acquired the services of Brazilian keeper Jefferson Oliviera de
Galvao from Cruzeiro EC.

Basketball

* Reports not immediately confirmed by the club claimed that Ulkerspor has
signed power forward Mirsad Turkcan.

* Turkey's basketball phenomenon Ibrahim Kutluay is really busy on these days.
Star player will sign most important contract of his life as getting married
with his long term girlfriend, an ex-model, Demet Sener in Istanbul today,
wondering where he's going to play next year. 
  After a loss of time in NBA with Seattle Supersonics and a mid-season move to
Panathinaikos, the rumor is Ibrahim thinking about the possibility of returning
Turkey. Ulker who send Serkan Erdogan to Spanish side Tau Ceramica, looking for
a replacement, insisting to bring back Ibrahim. There are no more details about
transfer but as it seems there won't be a lot surprise to see Ibo back in Ulker
roster again. 

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