The Nevşehir Culture Road Festival is ending with an international balloon event from August 8-11. Forty balloons from 18 countries are participating, forming a vibrant display over Cappadocia’s iconic fairy chimneys. Local and international tourists are enjoying the stunning views, with 60 uniquely shaped balloons from various countries. Governor Ali Fidan highlighted the cultural […]
A bomb-laden vehicle exploded at the Shat Checkpoint in Syria’s Azaz district, resulting in the deaths of 9 people and injuries to 13 others. The blast caused extensive damage, rendering many vehicles unusable. While no group has claimed responsibility for the attack, it is suspected that the terrorist organization PKK/YPG may be behind it.
Amid a week-long water shortage and intense heat in Kosovo’s Prizren region, Turkish soldiers stationed in the area have stepped in to assist the struggling locals. Using hoses connected to their barracks’ security gate, the soldiers are distributing water to residents. Kosovars bring containers and canisters to collect water and transport it back to […]
The Ankara-Tatvan Touristic Train embarked on its second journey, promoting regional tourism and cultural heritage. Departing from Ankara with key stops in Elazığ and Sivas, the 1,262-kilometer journey to Tatvan, Bitlis, lasts 28 hours and accommodates 160 passengers, primarily Istanbul University students. Minister of Transport Abdulkadir Uraloğlu and Bitlis Governor Erol Karaömeroğlu attended the send-off. […]
The death toll has risen to two following the collapse of a hotel near the Moselle River in Kröv, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. Authorities reported that one more person was confirmed dead, bringing the total fatalities to two. Of the seven people trapped in the rubble, five have been rescued. Initial reports indicated that 14 people […]
Ahmet Merih Çelik, a drummer from, Tekirdağ, Türkiye, renowned for his extreme drumming stunts, performed on a pedalo in the Bosphorus. Previously drumming underwater, with a parachute, and on skis, Çelik’s latest act attracted a crowd on the Istanbul coast. He announced plans for even more audacious performances, citing his commando training as inspiration […]
Bruges, a city in northwest Belgium that seems to live in almost medieval times. Often called the “Venice of the North,” Bruges attracts millions of tourists every year. But what is the story of this fascinating city? The name Bruges is thought to derive from an ancient Scandinavian word meaning “scaffolding” or “anchoring.” It also […]
In Türkiye, children swimming in Lake Van, the world’s largest soda lake, experience a surprising change in hair color during the summer. The high soda content and sun exposure cause their hair to turn blond. This effect fades in the winter when they swim less. Prof. Dr. Hatice Uce Özkol from Van Yüzüncü Yıl University […]
Restoration efforts are ongoing at Gök Madrasa in Tokat, known for its blue tiles and Seljuk architecture. Built in 1275, this historical site served as an educational center for Islamic and positive sciences and later functioned as the Tokat City Museum. The project, initiated in 2021 by the General Directorate of Foundations, aims to preserve […]
In Bangladesh, protests have erupted following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and departure from the country. Demonstrators are targeting and destroying statues of Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh and father of the former prime minister. In the past three days, dozens of statues have been torn down by the angry crowds.