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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Turkey Pushes for Peace Talks After Iran Conflict Escalates

Turkey is working with many groups to stop the fighting in Iran and bring back talks, said Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. He also mentioned that Ankara is talking with Oman about the same goal, as the Gulf country shares the aim of ending hostilities. The United States and Israel carried out air s

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

A New Brain Center Opens Its Doors

Cleveland Clinic is building a huge new brain hospital that will open in 2027. The facility will bring together doctors who treat everything from strokes to dementia under one roof, making it easier for patients to get the best care. The 1‑million‑square‑foot building will have 15 floors, but

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Feb 10 2026CRIME

Crime Slows When It Gets Cold in Cleveland

Cleveland’s winter chill is more than a nuisance for pipes and sidewalks; it also seems to keep many offenders inside. Recent studies show that violent crimes—like assaults and robberies—tend to climb during warm months, while they drop when temperatures dip. Data from 2021‑2025 reveal that th

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Feb 08 2026CRYPTO

Tether Holds Half‑Billion Dollars Over Turkish Betting Case

Turkey’s prosecutors seized about €460 million ($544 million) in crypto linked to a suspected illegal online betting and money‑laundering scheme. The funds were traced back to Tether Holdings SA, the issuer of the $185 billion USDT stablecoin. Tether’s CEO said the company acted on information

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Turkey Investigates Flag Burning Amid Border Tensions

Turkey is currently looking into reports of its flag being burned during protests near the Syrian border. These protests happened at the same time as fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria. The Syrian army has been making progress in this area, which was

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Jan 20 2026WEATHER

Cleveland's Big Freeze: What's the Deal with These Extreme Temps?

Cleveland is no stranger to cold weather, but this week's temperatures are pushing the limits. The National Weather Service (NWS) says the city can expect a high of 16 degrees on Tuesday, with lows around 9 degrees. But that's not even the worst of it. Wind chills are expected to drop between -15 an

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

Cleveland Clinic Expands Rehab Services in Erie

Cleveland Clinic is making a comeback in Erie with a fresh physical therapy clinic. The new spot, Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy, kicked off on January 20 at 3266 W. 26th St. This project is a team effort with Physicians Rehab Solutions, aiming to boost rehab services in the area

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Jan 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cleveland's January Entertainment Scene: A Mix of Music, Comedy, and More

Cleveland is buzzing with events this January. Music lovers have plenty to choose from. The Cleveland Orchestra is performing Mozart's Jupiter Symphony. There's also a tribute to Pink Floyd. Plus, a Jimmy Buffett tribute show is happening. Comedy fans can catch shows at Hilarities and Funny Stop. Th

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Cleveland Heights: From Chaos to Calm

Cleveland Heights has seen better days, but things are looking up. After a year of drama and dysfunction, the city is finally getting back on track. It all started when Mayor Kahlil Seren and the city council couldn't agree on the budget. Things got so bad that the council accused Seren of not being

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Dec 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Turkey's Vanishing Ground: Farmers Face Sinking Land

Turkey's central region, known for its fertile farmlands, is now a hotspot for sinkholes. The once stable ground is giving way, creating large holes that swallow up fields. This is happening because of less rain and falling groundwater levels. Experts say climate change is making things worse. The n

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