The new stars of the opera world will rise once more in the Istanbul skies at the 7th Leyla Gencer Voice Competition.  The Leyla Gencer Voice Competition organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) together with Accademia del Teatro alla Scala and sponsored by Doğuş Group and …

The European Network of Female Entrepreneurship Ambassadors will launch its project in Turkey this year, partnering with the Women Entrepreneurs Association of Turkey (KAGİDER), the Businesswomen Entrepreneurs’ and Enhancement Association (ANGİKAD) and Turkey’s Özyeğin University.  

Normal 0 21 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE According to law number 4857, the regular work week is 45 hours. Any worker working over 45 hours works overtime. If a worker did not work over 45 hours per week on average for a period of 2 months but worked …

My generation, born in the late 70s and early 80s, has grown up with daily Brazilian soap operas. Although they were silly stories of love, intrigue and revenge, I remember watching them for a few minutes before starting to study after school. At the time of no internet or social …

One in ten of the companies in Capital 500 has posted record growth over the last five years. These 50 companies have succeeded in growing at least twice as much as their own sectors and left their rivals trailing in their wake. Ağaoğlu İnşaat ranks first with a growth rate …

The Magic Ice Museum which is the first and only ice museum in Turkey opened last year in Istanbul with the ‘Vikings’ exhibit, is now preparing to present a new concept, ‘Turkish and Ottoman History.’ Hundreds of tons of ice have been used to create new sculptures depicting the past.  …

Normal 0 21 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE The ratio of salary raise should be determined in the employment contract or collective contract. If the ratio and period are not determined in the contract, the employer cannot be forced to give a raise. In this case, whether there will …

Have you ever thought of the significance of tea? The simplest pleasure we enjoy all day long as Turks or expats living in Turkey. The stimulant that opens our eyes to start the day fresh. The soothing drink that accompanies us while chatting with friends. Turkish tea is different than …

Are you about to start expat life in Istanbul? You should definitely plan ahead: Istanbul’s hustle and bustle and maze-like structure can massively overwhelm newcomers. Our guide to living in Istanbul helps you prepare, with advice on international schools, health care, housing, and much more. While living in Istanbul, you …

Istanbul, 14 November 2011 – As the Turkish economy continues to grow and the business environment becomes increasingly favourable for international companies, Turkey’s HR professionals face a shortfall in the critical-skills talent* amid increasing competition. (Media-Newswire.com) – Istanbul, 14 November 2011 – As the Turkish economy continues to grow and …