Kurdish Return to Serekaniye: About 700 displaced Kurdish families are reportedly returning to Serekaniye in northern Syria, after years of flight following Turkey’s 2019 “Peace Spring” operation; the shift is linked to a reconciliation and integration deal as the SDF is dissolved and Syria moves toward greater unity. US-Iran Sanctions With Turkey in the Mix: The US Treasury imposed sweeping new sanctions on Iran’s aviation sector, targeting Mahan Air and “all remaining Iranian airlines,” and naming firms in Turkey and other countries accused of helping Tehran move weapons, personnel and cargo. Anyma Istanbul Cancelled, Appeal Filed: The promoter of Anyma’s ÆDEN show in Istanbul says authorities cancelled the Sept. 12 performance after “satanic” claims tied to AI-altered visuals; the promoter is appealing, arguing the narrative was manufactured. Greece Golden Visa Demand From Turks: Greek data show Turkish citizens hold thousands of Golden Visa permits, with a sharp one-year jump, as property investment demand concentrates in areas like Thessaloniki and the Aegean. Istanbul Sports & Culture: Liverpool’s record shirt deal with Turkish Airlines is set to replace Standard Chartered from 2027, while Istanbul’s arts scene also faces controversy over the Anyma cancellation. Education Watch: A new PISA report says reading, maths and science skills continue to fall worldwide after Covid, raising concerns about critical thinking in the AI age.