A new book by Croatian journalist Domagoj Margetic exposes a chilling “war tourism” ring during the 1992-1996 Siege of Sarajevo, where wealthy foreigners paid Serbian forces to hunt civilians. Shockingly, these international gun enthusiasts engaged in a morbid competition to see who could kill the “most beautiful women,” paying exorbitant fees that peaked at $72,000 […]
Türkiye’s largest military ship, the TCG Anadolu, and an accompanying submarine have anchored off the coast of Istanbul to mark the launch of SAHA EXPO 2026. Drone footage captured the massive naval platforms set against the city’s iconic skyline, drawing significant attention from both the air and sea. The imposing display is a highlight […]
German appliance giant Bosch has withdrawn its recent Mother’s Day advertisement in Türkiye following severe public backlash over its portrayal of families. While the company’s European campaign featured traditional families with children, the Turkish version notably highlighted women with pets instead. This stark contrast sparked outrage among Turkish citizens, who accused the brand of culturally […]
A sudden landslide has temporarily closed the road leading to the Sarp Border Crossing in northeastern Türkiye. Large rocks tumbled down a steep slope just 500 meters from the customs gate, severely damaging a parked truck. Fortunately, local authorities reported no casualties or injuries following the incident. Highway maintenance crews were quickly dispatched and […]
German biotech giant BioNTech is permanently ceasing its COVID-19 vaccine production, transferring all future manufacturing to its US partner, Pfizer. Driven by plummeting post-pandemic demand and a recent quarterly loss exceeding €500 million, the company is launching a massive restructuring that will cut nearly 2,000 jobs and close several global facilities by 2027. Moving forward, […]
Türkiye’s picturesque Bolu province is experiencing an unexpected return to winter, with unseasonal May snowfall blanketing the famous Sarıalan Plateau. The sudden freeze has transformed the area’s winding river meanders into a stunning, postcard-perfect landscape that is currently drawing in photographers and nature lovers alike. Formed by the convergence of 14 different high-altitude meadows, Sarıalan […]
Spain will allow the Dutch-flagged passenger vessel MV Hondius, stranded off Cape Verde following a deadly hantavirus outbreak, to dock in the Canary Islands. The ship, carrying 147 passengers and crew—including prominent Turkish YouTuber Ruhi Çenet—has been under strict quarantine since early May. Citing moral and legal obligations, Spanish health authorities intervened after the World […]
Turkish Special Representative Serdar Kılıç announced that the Türkiye-Armenia border is nearing its reopening, pending final logistical preparations. Speaking at the Yerevan Dialogue Forum, Kılıç stated, “The border is almost ready to be opened. However, there are still some bureaucratic and technical tasks that need to be completed.” He highlighted Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz’s recent […]
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, in Beijing amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. During the talks, Wang condemned recent U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran as “illegitimate” and called for an urgent, comprehensive ceasefire. He stressed that direct dialogue is now essential to stabilize the […]
The U.S. military has carried out another targeted airstrike against a suspected drug-trafficking boat in the Eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of three alleged narco-terrorists. Led by U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the “Operation Southern Spear” task force authorized the strike after intelligence confirmed the vessel was carrying narcotics and belonged to a designated terrorist […]