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 Turkish scientists discover gene causing progressive kidney disease in kids
A group of Turkish scientists have discovered a gene that causes end-stage kidney disease in children. |
 High-spending Arab tourists flock to Turkey
Dozens of Gulf Arab women in flowing black veils whisk through one of Istanbul´s most luxurious shopping malls, clutching bags of lingerie, shoes and toys, swarms of children in tow. |
 SGK mulls reforms for controversial green card system
The Social Security Institution (SGK) is preparing to introduce a reform package for the use of the green card (Yeşil Kart), a state social scheme that ensures the provision of health services to the disadvantaged, which has been at the core of debate following frequent reports of abuse in the past. |
 ERGO Insurance sponsored Elton John Istanbul concert
Elton John took the Istanbul stage Tuesday night with a memorable concert after 18 years. |
 Petkim, Yapi Kredi, Yapi Kredi Sigorta: Turkey Stocks Preview
The following stocks may be active in Turkey. Symbols are in parentheses and prices are from the last close. |
 Turkey´s Yapi Kredi Bank chairman resigns
Yapi Kredi Bank said its board chairman Tayfun Bayazit, who had been holding this position for more than two years, had resigned and he would be replaced by Mustafa Koc, chief executive officer of Koc Holding. The bank made the statement on the Istanbul Stock Exchange on Wednesday. |
 Lloyd’s upbeat about Turkish market
The insurance market has organised a mission to study the market and possibly will apply for a license. Read more: lloyd´s milli re swiss re munich re |
 Turkey´s GDP up by 11 percent
Turkey’s GDP increased by 11 percent during the year’s first quarter, according to data published Thursday by Turkey’s statistics authority, Turkstat. |
 Turkey vies for top spot in thermal tourism as Europe’s largest center rises in Afyon
Turkey currently ranks seventh among countries with the largest thermal resources with 1,600 springs; thus, it is well poised to become the top thermal holiday destination in its region with a number of prestigious projects under way. |
 President Gul Receives Google Official
Turkish President Abdullah Gul received Tuesday the executive chairman of Google, Eric Schmidt, in Ankara. |
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