Guardian readers share their most memorable organised challenges, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro and running the Istanbul Marathon. Discover inspiring trips for 2026.
Ahmed Yasin Muse receives aggravated life sentence for the brutal murder of his wife, Ayan Mohomed Dhoba, in a Turkish hotel. Read the full details of the case.
Turkish police have arrested 115 suspects in sweeping counter-terrorism raids amid intelligence that Islamic State was planning attacks on festive celebrations. Read the latest on the global security threat.
Fenerbahce president Sadettin Saran detained in a major Istanbul drug investigation after a positive narcotics test. Read the latest on the widening scandal.
Sadettin Saran, chairman of Turkish giants Fenerbahce, gives testimony in a high-profile drug probe involving media and entertainment figures. Read the latest developments.
A family's cat vanished after a balcony fall in Istanbul. Three weeks later, a call from 55 miles away led to an astonishing reunion. Read the heartwarming story of kindness and hope.
Photos capture the mesmerising Sheb-i Arus ceremonies in Istanbul, where Turkey's whirling dervishes performed to commemorate the 13th-century mystic Jalaladdin Rumi. Explore the spiritual spectacle.
Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee clocks 2:06:38 in Valencia, becoming the second-fastest British marathon runner ever, trailing only Mo Farah. Discover his incredible journey.
Olympic champion Alex Yee ran a stunning personal best of 2:06:38 at the Valencia Marathon, moving to second on the all-time British list. Discover the full results and analysis.
Alex Yee ran a stunning 2:06:38 at the Valencia Marathon 2025, moving to second in the all-time British rankings. John Korir and Joyciline Jepkosgei won the men's and women's races. Read the full results and analysis.
Pope Leo XIV prays at an Armenian Apostolic cathedral in Istanbul, supporting Christian unity and Turkish-Armenian reconciliation efforts. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque, removing his shoes in respect but declining to pray. The Vatican later corrected a statement claiming he had prayed. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on his inaugural foreign trip, continuing a tradition of interfaith dialogue. Read more on this historic gesture.
A German family of four tragically died after exposure to bed bug pesticide in their Istanbul hotel room. Father's desperate plea revealed as investigation continues.
A German family of four died on a trip to Istanbul, with investigators now pointing to a chemical agent in their hotel. Read the latest on this developing story.
A German family of four died on holiday in Istanbul after poisonous gas from a bedbug treatment seeped into their room. Eleven people have been arrested in the ongoing investigation.
A Hamas terrorist who murdered a British woman is living freely in Turkey, raising serious security concerns for millions of UK tourists. Experts warn of rising risks.
A British citizen has died in Istanbul following a hair transplant and dental treatment. An investigation is underway. Get the latest updates on this tragic story.
A 36-year-old British tourist has died in Istanbul just days after undergoing a hair transplant and dental treatment. An investigation is underway into the tragic incident.
Exclusive insight into Manchester City's rigorous training preparations as they face Inter Milan in the Champions League final showdown in Istanbul.
New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge swaps baseball for cheerleading duties as his wife Samantha completes her first marathon in stunning 3:58 finish, showcasing their incredible partnership beyond the diamond.
From Hollywood stars to Olympic champions, discover which celebrities conquered the iconic 26.2-mile course through New York's five boroughs in this year's thrilling marathon spectacle.
Kenya's Benson Kipruto clinched a dramatic victory at the New York City Marathon in one of the closest finishes in the event's history, beating Ethiopia's Mohammed Esa by mere seconds after an epic battle through the five boroughs.
Kenyan athletes delivered a stunning performance at the 2025 New York City Marathon, sweeping both podiums while Hellen Obiri shattered the women's course record in a breathtaking display of East African running supremacy.
Reigning champion Eliud Kipchoge suffers unexpected defeat as Ethiopia's Tamirat Tola claims victory in dramatic New York Marathon showdown. Complete results and race analysis.
Relive the drama and glory of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, where new champions were crowned and over 50,000 runners conquered the iconic five-borough course in spectacular fashion.
Relive the thrilling 2025 New York City Marathon as Kenyan athletes Hellen Obiri and Alexander Mutiso triumph in spectacular fashion, claiming victory in one of the world's most prestigious races with impressive times and record prize money.
At 74 years young, Dave Obelkevich has achieved what most runners can only dream of - completing all 51 New York City Marathons. Discover the incredible story behind the longest consecutive running streak in the event's history.
Marathon legends Eliud Kipchoge and Sifan Hassan prepare for an epic battle at the 2025 New York City Marathon. Discover if the Dutch sensation can challenge the Kenyan maestro in this highly anticipated showdown through the five boroughs.
Discover the incredible story of a marathon runner with autism who shattered expectations and completed the New York City Marathon, transforming perceptions about neurodiversity in sports.