Crane topples in Kadıköy, strikes entrance of 11-story building

In Istanbul’s Kadıköy district, a crane set up on the sidewalk for construction work toppled over, striking the entrance of an 11-story building. While the building’s entrance sustained damage, fortunately, there were no deaths or injuries. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Tütüncü Mehmet Efendi Street in the Göztepe neighborhood of Kadıköy. According to […]

Migration stories stretching from Türkiye to Germany

Sixty-five years have passed since the Labor Recruitment Agreement was signed between Turkey and Germany on October 30, 1961. Reflecting on this period, Selim Adanur—who migrated from Türkiye—remarked, “We came here with the intention of saving money. People come here to work and earn a living. Otherwise, our country is truly unique in the world—a […]

38th International Holy Quran Recitation Competition Held in Germany

The 38th International Holy Quran Recitation Competition was held on October 17 at the Bielefeld Stadthalle. The event, which featured young participants from various parts of Europe who qualified for the finals, was attended by guests from across Europe, as well as from Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, and Türkiye. Originally launched approximately 41 years ago as the […]

A retaining wall collapsed in Sultangazi in a matter of seconds

Rainfall that began yesterday morning in Istanbul has negatively impacted daily life in some areas. In the Sultangazi district, a retaining wall collapsed at the Small Industrial Site located in the 50. Yıl neighborhood. As rainwater accumulated in the area, cracking sounds were heard coming from the wall, and small pieces of stone began to […]

Roads in Ayazağa covered in mud; vehicles swept away by the downpour

Heavy rainfall brought life to a standstill in the Ayazağa neighborhood of Sarıyer. While some shops were flooded, vehicles were seen being swept away by the force of the rain. The damage caused to the flooded shops during the night became apparent at daybreak. The rainfall, which had been affecting Istanbul since yesterday morning, paralyzed […]

Türkiye’s first floating production platform, Osmangazi, is being sent off to its operational site

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar stated that Osman Gazi—Turkey’s first floating production platform—is ready to depart for its operational site within the “Blue Homeland” (Mavi Vatan), adding, “We will increase the number of households whose natural gas needs are met through domestic resources from 4 million to 8 million.” As Turkey’s first […]

A Sea of Clouds in Karabük Left Spectators in Awe

A sea of clouds that formed in the higher elevations of Karabük left spectators in awe. The sea of clouds that formed in the higher elevations of the Bolkuş area enchanted onlookers with its breathtaking view. The layer of clouds covering the space between the region’s mountains created a scene reminiscent of the sea. Those […]

Ship drifts and runs aground during storm in Çatalca

A ship sailing in the Black Sea drifted after its tow line snapped due to the storm while it was being towed off the coast of Çatalca. The commercial vessel ran aground on Çilingöz Beach. Following reports of the incident, teams from the Coast Guard and the General Directorate of Coastal Safety were dispatched to […]

Next-generation technologies in the U.S. defense industry were showcased

The 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA)—one of the defense industry’s most significant international events—has kicked off in Washington, D.C. Held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the event has brought together military officials, defense industry representatives, and international delegations from more than 100 countries. Centered […]

Melodies in the Rubble: Gaza’s Music Students Play for Life

Between the tents of displaced families and the rubble of Gaza City’s University College, the sound of musical instruments rises above the noise of war. Here, music is more than just a collection of notes for children and young adults. It is a space to express pain, a bid to reclaim hope, and a fierce […]