The Ekşisu Marshes in Erzincan, Türkiye, serve as a crucial stopover for nearly 300 bird species on their migratory route between Africa and Asia. Declared a national wetland 17 years ago, this protected area supports hundreds of species, including cranes, storks, pelicans, and geese, providing a haven for rest and rejuvenation. With its diverse […]
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held high-level discussions in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan’s capital, during his visit for the 11th Summit of the Turkic States Organization. Welcomed with an official ceremony by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Caparov, the leaders conducted a private meeting followed by the 6th Türkiye-Kyrgyzstan High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council session. Nineteen agreements were signed, aimed […]
Pro-Western opposition parties in Georgia continue to protest the results of the October 26 parliamentary elections, alleging fraud and calling for new elections. Demonstrators gathered outside the parliament in Tbilisi, led by Nika Melia of the Coalition for Change, who urged daily demonstrations across the city. Melia stated, “We will not step back until […]
In an Israeli attack on a home in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, at least 20 civilians were reported killed and numerous others injured. According to Palestinian media, rescue efforts are underway to save civilians trapped under rubble. Earlier, another strike on two houses in Beit Lahia resulted in seven more deaths and multiple injuries.
SpaceX successfully launched its 31st commercial resupply mission (CRS-31) to the International Space Station (ISS) for NASA. The Dragon spacecraft, carrying 2.7 tons of supplies including food and scientific equipment, lifted off from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center at 21:30 local time. Following launch, the Falcon 9’s reusable first stage was scheduled to return to Cape […]
Severe rainfall in Catalonia, Spain, flooded Barcelona International Airport, submerging the passenger terminal, runway, and parking areas. Numerous flights were canceled, and rail access was halted, while airport authorities established a crisis desk and began water drainage efforts. To assist passengers, barriers were cleared to facilitate exits. Catalonia’s government issued a red alert for Barcelona, […]
The Eastern Express, a 24-hour rail journey from Kars to Ankara, continues to draw both local and international tourists, thanks in part to social media buzz. Departing each morning from Kars, the train travels through Erzurum, Erzincan, Sivas, Kayseri, and Kırıkkale, offering passengers breathtaking views along the way. Passengers, like Murat Talan from Izmir, […]
Istanbul’s Marmaray rail line, easing traffic between Europe and Asia, has transported over 1.2 billion passengers since opening. Now marking its 11th anniversary, Marmaray recorded 208 million passengers in the first 10 months of 2024 alone, with 287 daily trips providing swift, 4-minute cross-Bosphorus transit. Initially delayed by 4.5 years due to archaeological discoveries and […]
A 17-year-old in Austria has died following a tragic accident during a video stunt on a moving train. The incident, involving four youths aged 13-18, occurred on October 29 near Vienna’s Schönbrunn Station. As two of them stood up while the train neared a pedestrian bridge, one friend shouted warnings, but both struck their heads […]
Manisa’s Mesir Macunu (Paste), central to one of Türkiye’s oldest festivals, has become the 28th Turkish product to receive the European Union Geographical Indication (GI), marking international recognition. The application, finalized after three years, will help promote Mesir Paste globally. According to Ufuk Tanık, President of the Manisa and Mesir Promotion and Tourism Association, […]