Portugal Funicular Crash Death Toll Rises To 16

  The death toll from the Gloria Funicular accident in Lisbon has climbed to 16 after one of the injured died overnight, hospital officials confirmed. Another 22 people remain hospitalized, some in serious condition. Authorities have not released the identities or nationalities of the victims, though local media reported foreign nationals were among the dead. […]

California Wildfires Burn 13,000 Acres After Lightning Strikes

  Wildfires sparked by lightning in California have scorched 13,000 acres across 20 locations since Tuesday, forcing evacuations in Tuolumne, Calaveras, and Chinese Camp. More than 600 firefighters are battling the flames, which have destroyed homes and historic sites. CalFire said two historic buildings and a cemetery were lost, though nearby landmarks, including an 1854 […]

Gun Scare Triggers Lockdown At US University

Thousands of students at the University of Massachusetts Lowell were ordered to stay indoors after a man with a gun was spotted near a dormitory. Police launched a large-scale search but found no active shooter or evidence of gunfire. The lockdown lasted about two and a half hours before being lifted. Authorities said they will […]

Portugal Funicular Crash Kills 15 In Lisbon

The death toll from the Gloria Funicular accident in Lisbon has risen to 15, with 18 others injured, including a child. Officials said five remain in critical condition and confirmed foreign nationals were among the victims. Eyewitnesses reported the funicular’s brakes failed, causing it to derail and crash into a building. Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas […]

Israel Announces Second Phase Of Gaza Invasion

Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir declared the launch of the second phase of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, aimed at expanding and solidifying Israel’s occupation of the Gaza Strip. During a visit to Gaza City, Zamir said the operation’s goals include defeating Hamas and securing the release of Israeli hostages, calling it both a “moral and […]

Russia Launches 500 Strikes On Ukraine After Putin’s China Visit

  Russian forces launched more than 500 drones and missiles across Ukraine, hitting infrastructure in 14 locations and injuring five people, including four railway workers. Ukraine’s rail operator reported major delays after facilities in the Kirovohrad region were damaged. Explosions were reported in nine regions, with power cuts in Chernihiv, transport disruptions in Khmelnytskyi, and […]

Türkiye Delivers 300,000th Home In Quake Zone

  Türkiye is rapidly rebuilding cities hit by the February 2023 earthquakes, with 300,000 homes now completed. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Minister Murat Kurum will hand over the keys at a ceremony in Malatya on September 6. The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change said over 304,000 independent units, including residences, workplaces, and […]

Tourists Flock To Malta’s Historic Capital Valletta

  Malta, one of the world’s smallest countries with just 316 square kilometers, is overwhelmed by tourists arriving on cruise ships and flights. The island’s capital, Valletta, dazzles visitors with centuries-old architecture, Mediterranean charm, and a lively cultural scene. The Paceville district in St. Julian’s is a hub for nightlife and festivals, while world-class concerts, […]

Kazakh Cellist Captivates Istanbul With Turkish TV Themes

Kazakh cellist Bagjan Oktyabr, known as his country’s cultural ambassador, enchanted audiences in Istanbul during his “Ruh Terapisi” world tour. Performing at the Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theater, he received a standing ovation for his renditions of music from popular Turkish TV series such as Aşk-ı Memnu, Kara Sevda, Yalı Çapkını, and Yaprak Dökümü. […]