Police raid Turkeys pro-Kurdish HDP HQ detaining leaders and MPs

Police raid Turkeys pro-Kurdish HDP HQ detaining leaders and MPs

Turkish police have raided the Pro-Kurdish People’s Democratic Party headquarters (HDP) on 3 November, detaining its leaders and 11 MPs. They were arrested over reluctance to give testimony for crimes linked to terrorist propaganda, are part of the government’s crackdown on its opponents in the wake of the failed coup on 15 July. Nov 4, 2016
Scientology: What you need to know about the religion that promises spiritual certainty

Scientology: What you need to know about the religion that promises spiritual certainty

On 10 October Louis Therouxs debut film My Scientology had its general release in the UK. The documentary maker has had a long running fascination with the subject, and the film takes an in-depth and controversial look at the religion. Scientology is a relatively new religion founded by Ron Hubbard in 1954. The film is controversial as often the subject is avoided for fear of retribution by Scientologys followers. Scientology claims to offers a precise path leading to a complete and certain understanding of one’s true spiritual nature and one’s relationship to self, family, groups, mankind, all life forms, the material universe and the spiritual universe. Oct 18, 2016
Syrian rebels backed by Turkey capture Isis stronghold of Dabiq

Syrian rebels backed by Turkey capture Isis stronghold of Dabiq

Syrian rebels have reportedly recaptured Dabiq in northern Syria from Islamic State. The rebels were supported by Turkish tanks and planes.The victory is of symbolic importance.IS had promised for its final battle with the West to take part in Dabiq. It also named its main propaganda publication after the village. Oct 16, 2016