Turkey

by Eleanor T West. Originally published by our partner site, World Policy Blog.

The Facebook worldwide takeover continues, and this time it takes form through the invasion of the Turkish music scene. Though these are hilarious, its sad that these desperate attempts at pop glory usually don't end up well for any artist, no matter where you're from. 

Via Wired

"Today, we are attempting to normalize relations with the country which, under the Osman rule, carried out the policy of expulsion and destruction of our people.  The wound of the Genocide has not healed.  But the memory of our ancestors and our future generations demand that we have a stable and strong statehood, a strong and prospering nation.  We believe that one of the most important steps in this direction is the establishment of normal relations with all of our neighbors, including Turkey. Independence requires the will and determination to make important decisions, demands pragmatism and dedicated work toward the