Poland has launched temporary border checks at 65 locations along its frontiers with Germany and Lithuania to curb illegal migration. The operation, running from July 7 to August 5, involves 52 checkpoints on the German border and 13 on the Lithuanian side, supported by 5,000 soldiers, police, and drones. Interior Minister Tomasz Siemoniak said […]
Yusufeli Dam, Türkiye’s tallest dam and the fifth highest in the world, has generated 3.1 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity since 2024, contributing approximately 8.4 billion liras to the national economy. Built on the Çoruh River in Artvin with local engineering, the 275-meter-high dam supports renewable energy, reduces energy imports, and supplies power to around […]
US President Donald Trump announced a 10% increase in customs duties on countries aligning with BRICS, calling the bloc’s policies “anti-US.” The statement followed the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, hosted by Brazil. Trump said, “There will be no exceptions to this policy.” His remarks came in response to a BRICS joint statement […]
In Antalya’s Manavgat district, a male lion named Zeus escaped from an animal park and seriously injured a 53-year-old farmer sleeping in a pistachio field. The incident occurred around 03:30 near the D-400 Highway in Ilıca. Police and gendarmerie teams intervened by firing into the air to rescue the victim, Süleyman Kır, who was […]
Lake Tuz, one of Türkiye’s largest salt lakes, drew crowds over the weekend with its striking white salt layer and scenic landscape. Located between Ankara, Konya, and Aksaray, the lake is a major attraction for both nature lovers and photographers. Visitors enjoyed walking barefoot on the salt-covered surface, citing its natural healing effects. The […]
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Representing President Erdoğan, Fidan discussed regional developments and Iran’s nuclear talks. He emphasized Türkiye’s support for resolving regional issues through diplomacy, stating, “We will provide all kinds of support to the steps to be […]
Typhoon Danas has led to the evacuation of 2,853 residents in Taiwan, mostly from mountainous areas near Kaohsiung, as strong winds and heavy rains swept through the island. At least 28 people sustained minor injuries, and landslides and floods were reported in multiple regions. Schools and workplaces in central and southern Taiwan were shut […]
Rice is more than just a staple food in Taiwan—it is a deeply embedded part of the island’s culture, history, and identity. From lush terraced paddies in the east to flat fields in the western plains, rice has shaped the landscape and the lives of generations of Taiwanese people. Especially in eastern Taiwan once you […]
The 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) convened in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, with the participation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other regional leaders. Hosted by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, the summit brought together heads of state and government from Iran, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus […]
A powerful explosion at a gas station in eastern Rome injured more than 20 people, including eight police officers and a firefighter. The blast, which occurred after a truck reportedly damaged a pipeline, triggered a fire that spread to a nearby warehouse and caused damage to surrounding buildings. Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri stated that […]