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 […]
Following the fall of the Assad regime, Syria has introduced a new national emblem—the “Golden Eagle”—marking a symbolic break from the 61-year Baathist rule. The emblem was unveiled during nationwide celebrations, including a major ceremony in Damascus’ Unknown Soldier Square, with fireworks, local dances, and cavalry shows. The new emblem, replacing all state symbols, […]
The Israeli army targeted Palestinians waiting for humanitarian aid at Tahlia Junction in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, killing 16 and injuring 90. According to Palestinian sources, the casualties occurred as civilians queued for food. The injured were taken to Nasser Hospital, and officials warned the death toll may rise. The attack marks another deadly incident […]
Turkmens in Iraq’s Altunköprü district have blocked the Kirkuk-Erbil highway amid ongoing protests over lack of representation in local government. Demonstrators oppose the recent appointment of a municipality manager not from the district and demand inclusion in administrative roles, which they say have excluded Turkmens for two years. Zeki İbrahim of the Iraqi Turkmen Front […]
Malaysia has officially banned plastic waste imports from the United States and other non-signatories of the Basel Convention as of July 1, 2025. The ban, part of Malaysia’s broader effort to curb foreign waste, blocks shipments including electronic plastics. Only countries that have ratified the convention may export waste to Malaysia, under strict pre-inspection and […]
Türkiye has faced a major fire crisis in 2025, with 3,044 fires recorded in the first six months—1,305 in forest areas and 1,739 outside forests. Alarmingly, 624 fires broke out in just the past week. Aerial firefighting teams responded with 16,035 sorties by helicopters and planes to battle the widespread blazes in western Türkiye.
Firefighting teams continue to battle a forest fire in the Yeşilyurt Neighborhood of Muğla’s Menteşe district. Four helicopters and ground crews are intervening in the dense forest area. The cause of the fire remains unknown. Meanwhile, Izmir Governor Süleyman Elban announced that fires in Çeşme and Ödemiş have been largely contained. Visiting the fire zone […]
Amid rising tensions between Russia and Azerbaijan, Azerbaijani community leader in Yekaterinburg, Shahin Shikhlinski, and his son Mutvali were briefly detained by Russian police near Baku Plaza shopping mall on July 1. Footage of the harsh detention circulated widely on social media, sparking public outrage in Azerbaijan. Both were released later that evening after giving […]