A massive fire broke out in a building material shop in Royal Leamington Spa, England, where a huge plume of smoke covered the skies. Surrounding properties nearby the burning building were evacuated, and the streets were temporarily closed to traffic. Authorities urged anyone living within 70 metres of the site to keep windows and doors […]
China successfully launched a new communication technology experiment satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China’s Sichuan Province on Tuesday. The satellite entered the planned orbit successfully. The launch marked the 386th mission for the Long March series carrier rockets.
Daily life in Afghanistan, where the Taliban forces have taken control, continues despite the tension and the economic hardship caused by the war. Economic problems are affecting the shops and outdoor markets in the capital city of Kabul as few customers visit the places. Tradesmen wish the situation ends soon. Abdul Haq Saljuq
The Ministry of National Defense of Turkey announced that the Turkish Stars Aerobatic Team carried out a stunt flying over Ahlat district of Bitlis as part of the 950th Anniversary Celebrations of the Manzikert Victory.
Despite the chaos at Kabul Airport in Afghanistan 121 Afghan refugees, including 11 children, reached Albania for temporary shelter. Authorities stated that the Afghans were welcomed in tents located in the military area and underwent identity and health checks. Albania will accept 4,000 Afghan refugees.
Last October, 3.5 percent of Kapalı Maraş (Varosha) was opened to visitors in the city of Famagusta, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. More than 200,000 people visited the region, and the entrance is free of charge between 08:00 and 20:00. The visitors are offered the opportunity to enjoy two different beaches, and kiosks as well […]
Lightning struck Mecca Clock Tower during the heavy rain that occurred in different parts of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Cars struggled to move on the streets due to rain puddles.
In the city of Taraz, located in the south of Kazakhstan, 4 killed and 60 people were injured in the explosions due to fire that broke out in an arsenal. It was reported that non-long-range military munitions were stored in the arsenal, and a total of 6 explosions occurred as a result of the fire.
A total of 90 people were killed including 13 US troops, and 150 injured in two suicide bombing attacks near Kabul Airport. According the US officials, the bombings were carried out at the Abbey Gate of the airport, and near the Baron Hotel which is close to the gate. ISIS claimed responsibility for the attacks.
Several NGO members protesting against femicides in Kosovo threw red paint at the prime ministry building. Protesters demanded that violence against women should be treated as a national emergency in the country. Reactions to the government increased after an 18-year-old girl was murdered in the city of Ferizaj. The rally, which started in front of […]