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Daily Lawlessness and Impunity

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In discussions with local authorities regarding the rampant lawlessness occurring within their jurisdiction, the responses are deeply concerning. Often, officials will either deny that these acts have taken place, labeling victims as liars, or they will admit, without hesitation, their inability to address these grievances or prevent future occurrences. Alternatively, they may question why victims do not report their complaints to the proper authorities.

The Fear of Retaliation

The answer to this question is straightforward: while many do attempt to voice their concerns where they can, fear often silences them. Most individuals understand that complaining is not only futile but could also be perilous. For example, what would be the point of reporting a grievance against Galib Bey of Tamboli to the Kaimakam, who appears nearly as intimidated by Galib Bey as the common people? This reflects a power dynamic that renders the authorities ineffective and leaves the victims i

Systematic Violence and Oppression in the Region

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The ongoing violence and oppression faced by the local population are alarming. Two men from Mishka approached us, sharing that there is not a single day without acts of violence, particularly targeting women. This pervasive atmosphere of fear is emblematic of the broader issues affecting the region.

Inhumane Treatment and Extortion

Near Tatar Bazardjik, we encountered a group of a dozen men tied together in pairs, guarded by three or four zaptiehs. They were being transported to Tatar Bazardjik, where Mr. Schuyler uncovered troubling evidence regarding one Ali Bey. This man, wielding some form of unrecognized authority, was known to arrest wealthy individuals on unfounded charges of belonging to the Insurrectionary Committee. Once imprisoned, these men faced various forms of maltreatment, ultimately being coerced into paying ransoms ranging from fifteen to fifty pounds for their release The Aftermath of Destruction.

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The Aftermath of Destruction

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Total Devastation

In the wake of recent events, the devastation in the village is staggering. There were once 700 houses here, yet not a single one remains standing. The Mudir informed us that only about fifty families are in a position to rebuild their homes or create any substitutes. They are utterly devoid of resources, leaving them to ponder how they will survive the impending winter. This village was primarily engaged in the cultivation of roses and the production of attar of roses, with around 130 to 150 small factories and approximately 500 copper boilers dedicated to distilling rose petals.

Systematic Pillaging

These retorts, each valued at around £10, represented an aggregate capital of £5,000, all of which was confiscated by their Turkish neighbors under the command of the notorious Tassum Bey. The extent of the looting was comprehensive; not only was furniture stolen and livestock driven away, but even the tiles from the roofs were carted off. A

Unveiling the Top Rafting Nations

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Top Rafting Nations A Closer Look

Analyzing the results of the IRF World Championship over the past 5 years, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Russia consistently claim the top three positions. Following closely are Slovakia, Brazil, Italy, and the USA, securing spots in the top five Evolution of Rafting in Turkey. These findings suggest potential wide tourism markets for rafting. Notably, the most prominent rafting enthusiasts in Turkey are from Russia, Germany, and England.

Demographics of Rafting Enthusiasts

Inquiring about the ideal rafting spots in Turkey, experts highlight Karasu River in Erzincan, Mulkis River in Bahcesaray, Van, Firtina Stream in Camlihemsin Istanbul Tour Guides, Rize, Kelkit River in Kelki Valley, and Zap River in Hakkari. However, the looming threat of dam constructions on these rivers neces

The Threat to Yusufeli

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Rafting Paradise in Peril

The Decline of Coruh River Rafting

Qoruh River, renowned for its rafting routes and attracting around 12,000 enthusiasts annually, faces an impending threat due to dam constructions. The district of Yusufeli, a top rafting center in Turkey, is at risk of submersion. Qoruh River, spanning 431 km (410 km within Turkish borders), stands as Turkey’s fastest flowing river and the 10th fastest globally Unveiling the Top Rafting Nations.

Dam Projects on Coruh River

The Ministry of Public Works and Settlement Program is undertaking extensive dam construction on Coruh, with 10 dams planned on the river and an additional 17 on its branches. While Muratli Dam and HEP are already completed and operational, Borcka and Deriner dams are currently under construction. The Council of State annulled the cabinet decree for the construction of Yusufeli Dam in 2005, but an appeal court̵

Evolution of Rafting in Turkey

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From Coruh to the World

Accidental Splash into the Spotlight

In an effort to promote rafting, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism invited the foreign press for an organization. Unexpectedly, Minister Aksu’s boat tipped over, catching the media’s attention and inadvertently intensifying the promotion. The subsequent year saw ProjectRaft, an international institution promoting rafting, supported by the Ministry, organizing the 4th World Rafting Championship on Coruh. Rafters, initially trained on Coruh, later explored Kopruli Canyon in Antalya and Dalaman River in Mugla.

Rafting’s Expansion in Tourist Regions

Rafting’s popularity expanded among tourists visiting beach tourism regions. The kayaking races held in Ispir, Erzurum, have gained international attention The Threat to Yusufeli, evolving into the CoruhExtreme event. The 2nd edition in 2006, sponsored by Ispir Municipality and Ispir

Challenges in Augmenting Language

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Challenges in Augmenting Language Corpora with Syntactic Information: A Focus on Bulgarian Verbs

Introduction

The creation of language corpora enriched with linguistic information occurs in an environment where researchers grapple with the interaction between paradigmatic knowledge representation and the syntagmatic properties of real-life language usage. This challenge becomes particularly evident in the initial stages of developing a syntactic treebank, where morphosyntactic annotation and shallow parsing intersect Highlights from Seventeenth Conference. While much attention has been given to entities like dates, titles, names, and addresses in the context of this interdependence, less research has focused on predicates compared to named entities and nominal objects.

Focus on Verbs in Bulgarian

This paper aims to address the complexities surrounding Bulgarian verbs, specifically two aspects of

Highlights from Seventeenth Conference

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Highlights from the Seventeenth Interparliamentary Conference in Geneva

Mr. Henri Fazy, an esteemed statesman and president of the Swiss State Council, warmly welcomed the delegates, extending greetings on behalf of Geneva and the entire country.

On the first day, two pivotal questions were deliberated. The first question revolved around whether the Union should exclusively consist of members from national parliaments or continue admitting members from certain states within empires, akin to some German states. The debate saw participation from prominent delegates, with differing views on the extent of membership privilege. The matter was conclusively addressed the following day, adopting a proposition from the Union’s council The Seventeenth Interparliamentary Conference at Geneva. It stipulated that only subordinate states with foreign departments, like certain German states, should have rep

The Seventeenth Interparliamentary Conference at Geneva

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The Seventeenth Conference of the Interparliamentary Union took place in Geneva from September 18 to 20. Unfortunately, various factors, including the lateness of the season, impacted the attendance, with only 160 participants, a significant drop from previous conferences that often saw three or four times that number. The United States group had only four representatives, including Senator T. E. Burton Challenges in Augmenting Language, Congressmen Richard Bartholdt, Frank Plumley, and William D. B. Ainey, compared to fifteen or twenty in previous years. The absence of Italian representatives due to the war in Tripoli also contributed to the reduced numbers.

Distinguished delegates

Despite these challenges, the conference proved to be strong and successful. Distinguished delegates included Mr. Beernaert, a Belgian statesman; Baron d’Estournelles de Constant from France; Mr. Louis Franck, Senators La Fontaine and Ho

Seven Lakes

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A Virtual Nature Museum

Discovering Nature’s Masterpiece

Amidst a dense forest that almost blocks out the sunlight, the Seven Lakes unfold across two plateaus 800 meters above sea level. A well-marked road guides you through the national park, revealing the beauty of each lake in just a couple of hours. As you seek these lakes, adorned with names reflecting their unique charm, nature accompanies you with blackberries, mushrooms, and the soothing rustle of leaves underfoot. Even after glimpsing the lakes, surprises continue, as if walking through a tree tunnel protecting against the chill winds.

A Journey Through History

The ruins at Koyyeri hint at a Byzantine settlement, adding a historical touch to the natural wonder. The region, sloping from north to south, boasts diverse elevations, with Egrikiris Tepesi hill at 488 meters as the highest point and Kirazcati at 465 meters as the lowest. Home to one of Anatolia’s enchanting mixed fores

Harput

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