In the name of the father
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Most ordinary Turks continue to regard Kemal Ataturk positively. They see him as having played a key role in securing the country's independence and in preventing partition. However, he is often seen less positively outside Turkey, as reflected in controversy prompted by plans to make a film of his life. Actor Antonio Banderas, who was to have played Ataturk, received hate-mail from Greek and Armenian Americans, and has now withdrawn from the project. There is now a trend among younger Turks towards demystifying Ataturk and removing his image from politics.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1998
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The royal game
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Court tennis, also known as royal or 'real' tennis, is much more complicated than regular tennis. It also requires special courts that are very expensive to build. One UK school that has a real tennis court is attracting many students.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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