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Hagia Sophia: From Church to Mosque and Back Again
Hagia Sophia, initially built as a church in 537 AD, later transformed into a mosque in 1453, and currently functions as a mosque with its lower level serving as a museum, stands as a symbol of cultural confluence and historical significance in Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia: From Church to Mosque and Back Again
Hagia Sophia, initially built as a church in 537 AD, later transformed into a mosque in 1453, and currently functions as a mosque with its lower level serving as a museum, stands as a symbol of cultural confluence and historical significance in Istanbul.
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20% Bias Score
Abdülhamid Bey's Response and the Psychology of Self-Esteem
Abdülhamid Bey's dignified response to allegations is contrasted with a discussion of Maslow's hierarchy of needs and the prevalence of low self-esteem leading to 'yalakalık' (fawning) behaviors in relationships, particularly among those lacking self-confidence and resorting to self-protective measu...
Abdülhamid Bey's Response and the Psychology of Self-Esteem
Abdülhamid Bey's dignified response to allegations is contrasted with a discussion of Maslow's hierarchy of needs and the prevalence of low self-esteem leading to 'yalakalık' (fawning) behaviors in relationships, particularly among those lacking self-confidence and resorting to self-protective measu...
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40% Bias Score
Smyrna Consular Documents (1833-1912): Unveiling the History of Asia Minor's Greek Community
A new publication, "ΓΕΝΙΚΟΝ ΠΡΟΞΕΝΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ ΕΝ ΣΜΥΡΝΗ," presents consular documents (1833-1912) from Smyrna, revealing the socio-political and economic roles of Greeks in the Ottoman Empire, particularly the shift from consular affairs to political influence by the 20th century, culminating b...
Smyrna Consular Documents (1833-1912): Unveiling the History of Asia Minor's Greek Community
A new publication, "ΓΕΝΙΚΟΝ ΠΡΟΞΕΝΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ ΕΝ ΣΜΥΡΝΗ," presents consular documents (1833-1912) from Smyrna, revealing the socio-political and economic roles of Greeks in the Ottoman Empire, particularly the shift from consular affairs to political influence by the 20th century, culminating b...
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44% Bias Score
Fall of Constantinople: End of an Empire, Dawn of a New Era
The Ottoman conquest of Constantinople on May 29, 1453, ended the Byzantine Empire, significantly impacted military tactics due to the use of gunpowder, and triggered the Renaissance in Europe by bringing Greek scholars and texts to the West.
Fall of Constantinople: End of an Empire, Dawn of a New Era
The Ottoman conquest of Constantinople on May 29, 1453, ended the Byzantine Empire, significantly impacted military tactics due to the use of gunpowder, and triggered the Renaissance in Europe by bringing Greek scholars and texts to the West.
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52% Bias Score
Hurrem Sultan: A Powerful Ottoman Consort's Contested Legacy
Hurrem Sultan, Suleiman the Magnificent's consort, ascended from slavery to unprecedented power in the 16th-century Ottoman court, initiating the "sultanate of women" era, while her origins—whether Ruthenian, Italian, or otherwise—remain a subject of ongoing scholarly debate.
Hurrem Sultan: A Powerful Ottoman Consort's Contested Legacy
Hurrem Sultan, Suleiman the Magnificent's consort, ascended from slavery to unprecedented power in the 16th-century Ottoman court, initiating the "sultanate of women" era, while her origins—whether Ruthenian, Italian, or otherwise—remain a subject of ongoing scholarly debate.
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56% Bias Score
Turkey's Denial of Armenian Genocide: Reparations, Identity, and Lack of Freedom
Turkish historian Taner Akçam attributes Turkey's non-recognition of the Armenian Genocide to fears of reparations and damage to national identity, citing the lack of democratic freedom for open discussion as a critical barrier.
Turkey's Denial of Armenian Genocide: Reparations, Identity, and Lack of Freedom
Turkish historian Taner Akçam attributes Turkey's non-recognition of the Armenian Genocide to fears of reparations and damage to national identity, citing the lack of democratic freedom for open discussion as a critical barrier.
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36% Bias Score
Barbosa, From Pirate to Ottoman Admiral
Hayreddin Barbarossa, initially a privateer, rose to become a key commander of the Ottoman Navy, impacting Mediterranean power dynamics in the 16th century through strategic alliances and naval victories against European powers.
Barbosa, From Pirate to Ottoman Admiral
Hayreddin Barbarossa, initially a privateer, rose to become a key commander of the Ottoman Navy, impacting Mediterranean power dynamics in the 16th century through strategic alliances and naval victories against European powers.
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36% Bias Score
US Ambassador's Syria Policy Shift Sparks Debate in Turkey
US Ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria, Thomas Barrack, has generated controversy with statements advocating for a unified Syria under Damascus, criticizing Western intervention, and referencing the Ottoman millet system; this shift in US policy aligns with Turkey's stance but faces cri...
US Ambassador's Syria Policy Shift Sparks Debate in Turkey
US Ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria, Thomas Barrack, has generated controversy with statements advocating for a unified Syria under Damascus, criticizing Western intervention, and referencing the Ottoman millet system; this shift in US policy aligns with Turkey's stance but faces cri...
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40% Bias Score
The Culinary Fusion Behind Turkey's Beloved Menemen
The Turkish dish menemen, popularized in the early 20th century, originated from a culinary fusion of Greek and Menemen cooking styles in Turkey, evolving from a stewed tomato and meat dish to a simpler egg and onion version, now a beloved nationwide breakfast.
The Culinary Fusion Behind Turkey's Beloved Menemen
The Turkish dish menemen, popularized in the early 20th century, originated from a culinary fusion of Greek and Menemen cooking styles in Turkey, evolving from a stewed tomato and meat dish to a simpler egg and onion version, now a beloved nationwide breakfast.
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36% Bias Score
Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Restoration to Prevent Earthquake Damage
Architect Hasan Fırat Diker is overseeing extensive restoration of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, focusing on earthquake-proofing its dome and supporting structures, highlighting the global significance of preserving this nearly 1,500-year-old building.
Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Restoration to Prevent Earthquake Damage
Architect Hasan Fırat Diker is overseeing extensive restoration of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, focusing on earthquake-proofing its dome and supporting structures, highlighting the global significance of preserving this nearly 1,500-year-old building.
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24% Bias Score
Hürrem Sultan: From Slave to Powerful Ottoman Empress
Hürrem Sultan, a woman of uncertain origin (possibly Ruthenia or Italy), rose from slavery to become the influential wife of Suleiman the Magnificent, fundamentally changing Ottoman court politics in the 16th century, marking the beginning of the 'Sultanate of Women'.
Hürrem Sultan: From Slave to Powerful Ottoman Empress
Hürrem Sultan, a woman of uncertain origin (possibly Ruthenia or Italy), rose from slavery to become the influential wife of Suleiman the Magnificent, fundamentally changing Ottoman court politics in the 16th century, marking the beginning of the 'Sultanate of Women'.
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44% Bias Score
Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Earthquake Reinforcement
Turkey is undertaking extensive seismic reinforcement of the Hagia Sophia's domes in Istanbul, replacing lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework using a newly installed tower crane, representing the most significant intervention in over 150 years, amid heightened earthquake concerns followi...
Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Earthquake Reinforcement
Turkey is undertaking extensive seismic reinforcement of the Hagia Sophia's domes in Istanbul, replacing lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework using a newly installed tower crane, representing the most significant intervention in over 150 years, amid heightened earthquake concerns followi...
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36% Bias Score
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