Baba

A now-iconic picture of a Turkish riot policeman using tear gas against "the woman in red," at an anti-government demonstration in Taksim Square, in the heart of Istanbul.

You think American politics is a mess? Check out Turkey

Global Politics

Turkey has democratic institutions, but they aren’t working well at the moment. There is a corruption scandal, popular protests and concerns about an increasingly authoritarian government. Turkish author Elif Shafak says the problem is that Turks are conditioned to seek a strong father figure who can save them.

Last respects for Indian spiritual leader

Arts, Culture & Media

Millions Mourn Indian Guru Sathya Sai Baba