Belarusian twin sisters Valentina and Maria Ivankova disappeared after setting out to climb the summit of the Taurus Mountains in Türkiye’s Niğde province on November 16. Upon notification, teams of the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) and gendarmerie started searching the area with land and aerial vehicles. It was reported that the siblings came […]
Cappadocia, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Türkiye, continues to captivate visitors with its ancient underground cities, attracting 1.33 million tourists in the first ten months of 2024. These subterranean marvels, originally built during the Hittite period and expanded during Roman and Byzantine times, were designed for temporary shelter and feature interconnected rooms, churches, […]
A dazzling view formed in Türkiye’s Amasya province, where Harşena Mountain and Pontus King Rock Tombs, which are on the UNESCO Temporary World Heritage List, Yalıboyu Houses from the Ottoman-era and a stunning river are located, with the arrival of autumn. “I invite our local and foreign guests to discover Amasya, which takes on a […]
The Kestros Fountain in the ancient city of Perge, Antalya, believed to date back to the 2nd century and the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian, has been restored to flow once more after 1,800 years. Located 17 kilometers east of Antalya, Perge was a prominent city in the Pamphylia region during the Hellenistic period. […]
Heavy rain triggered high tide floods in coastal area of Indonesia’s Jakarta, covering roads in water and damaging many buildings. Rescue workers from Jakarta’s Regional Disaster Management Agency dispatched to the region to carry out search and rescue work.
Swarms of jellyfish have inundated Istanbul’s strait due to pollution and wind, covering the waters near historical mansions. Aerial footage revealed the extent of the invasion, sparking concerns over marine pollution. Zafer Murat Çetintaş, Secretary General of the Istanbul Environment Council, highlighted the link between jellyfish proliferation and pollution, stating, “Jellyfish thrive in dirty environments, […]
Turkish coffee cooked in Çankırı’s famous rock salt is drawing significant attention for its unique flavor. Prepared using salt extracted from a Hittite-era salt cave, this coffee is roasted in a sand-salt mixture heated to 350°C, making a distinct taste compared to traditional methods. Ahmet Uçar, the business owner behind this innovation, stated, “Cooking […]
Yesterday, Israel once again targeted the city of Jibaliya in the northern Gaza Strip, killing at least 12 people, injuring many people, including children, and trapping over 10 people under the rubble. Stating that the attacks on the Sabra and Tel al-Hawa neighborhoods near Gaza continue, the Palestinian Civil Defense Organization announced that rescue teams […]
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Israeli soldiers stationed at the Netzarim Corridor, which divides the Gaza Strip, amid ongoing military operations. Wearing a helmet and bulletproof vest, Netanyahu announced a $5 million reward for rescuing Israeli prisoners from Gaza, promising safe passage for them and their families. Accompanied by Defense Minister Israel Katz, Netanyahu […]
Israelis in the West Bank attacked the village of Mazra’a al-Gharbiya near Ramallah, setting several vehicles on fire. Israelis in the West Bank frequently use violence against Palestinians and their property.