A rare natural phenomenon was observed yesterday in Türkiye’s Sivas province. In Tepeköy, which is 17 kilometers away from the town of Zara, a tornado occurred between two clouds after the heavy rain yesterday at noon. The tornado disappeared shortly after it emerged and caused no damage. Onur Erden
The Berlin Culture Festival, which has been held every year since 1996 in Berlin, Germany, started with street festivals after a 3-year break due to the pandemic. During the four-day festival, groups from different nationalities and cultures living in the city had the opportunity to present their cultural richness. Food, beverages, handicrafts, colorful clothes, and […]
The exciting “Vivid Sydney Festival” has kicked off in the beautiful city of Sydney, Australia. This highly anticipated annual event showcases a brilliant fusion of light, sound, and ideas. The entire city has been transformed into a dazzling wonderland, as vibrant colors and images illuminate iconic historical and tourist landmarks, with the breathtaking Sydney Opera […]
Palu district, located in the Upper Euphrates section of the Türkiye’s Eastern Anatolia Region, recently welcomed its first visitors of the season. With a rich history spanning approximately 7 thousand years, Palu has served as a cultural crossroads for numerous civilizations. From the Sumerians, Hurrians, and Hittites to the Assyrians, Urartians, and Persians, the district […]
Russia’s ongoing assault on Ukraine took a devastating turn as a psychology clinic and a veterinary clinic in Dnipro became targets of a missile attack. The Ukrainian Emergency Situations Service reported 1 fatality and 23 injuries, including 2 children. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack as a crime against humanity, while the Ministry of […]
Heavy rains in western Azerbaijan caused the Ganja River to overflow, leading to devastating floods in Goygol province. Two people were killed in the village of Topalhasanlı, and three injured individuals were rescued. Search and rescue teams recovered the bodies of the victims. The flood resulted in significant damage to infrastructure, including highways, gas lines, […]
In Sivas, the 4 Eylul Dam, previously plagued by drought, has made a remarkable turnaround as it brims with water once again following recent heavy rains. Situated near the village of Kolca and 4 Eylül Village at the heart of Sivas, the dam had experienced a near-complete depletion due to insufficient rainfall and drought last […]
A passenger aboard an Asiana Airlines flight departing from Jeju Island, South Korea, alarmed fellow travelers by opening the emergency exit door as the plane neared landing. Despite the unsettling incident, the aircraft safely landed at Daegu International Airport with the door still open. Authorities have reported that several passengers among the 194 on board […]
Restoration work continues in Selimiye Mosque, Mimar Sinan’s masterpiece built in 1568 during Ottoman era, listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Initiated in November 2021, the restoration involves a team of 115 professionals. Using 3D technology, the team meticulously works on the main dome, minarets, courtyard, fountain, tiles, and gardens, aiming to restore them […]
Sierra Leone’s iconic cotton tree, representing freedom and history, has toppled due to a powerful storm. President Julius Maada Bio mourns the nation’s significant loss and pledges to plant a replacement at the site. The 400-year-old, 70-meter-high tree, featured on banknotes, held great cultural significance for Sierra Leoneans.