The US Department of Defense confirmed that Iranian-backed Houthi forces in Yemen targeted two US warships in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Defense spokesperson Major General Pat Ryder reported that the attacks, involving at least eight drones, five anti-ship ballistic missiles, and three cruise missiles, were intercepted without causing damage or casualties. Meanwhile, US Central Command […]
The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that the death toll in Israel’s ongoing Gaza genocide, now in their 403rd day, has surpassed 43,665, with 103,076 people injured since the escalation began on October 7, 2023. In the past 48 hours alone, five Israeli attacks in Gaza have left 62 Palestinians dead and 147 injured. […]
At the World Leaders Climate Action Summit in Baku, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the urgency of climate action, stating that global emissions must decrease by 9% annually to prevent temperatures from rising beyond 1.5°C. Speaking at COP29’s opening at the Baku Olympic Stadium, Guterres highlighted 2024’s record-breaking heat as a stark warning, calling it […]
As autumn sets in, Atatürk Arboretum in Sarıyer has transformed into a vibrant landscape with shades of yellow, red, and green. Known as the “Living Tree Museum,” the arboretum offers a stunning seasonal display, attracting visitors eager to experience the fall foliage. Captured from above, drone footage showcases the arboretum’s diverse tree species and […]
A small plane from Lib Mandy Metropolitano Airport in San Bartolo, Lima, crashed into the sea, injuring the 22-year-old pilot and a passenger. Nearby fishermen and water sports enthusiasts quickly assisted, helping the injured reach the hospital. Authorities reported that the plane was flying at a low altitude and executing risky maneuvers before the crash. […]
The historic Dinkhane factory in Başiskele, Kocaeli, established in 1832 to strengthen the durability of Ottoman fezzes, now stands in ruins. Originally set up under Sultan Mahmud II to process fezzes produced at Istanbul’s Feshane, Dinkhane’s grinding process involved hot water and soap to toughen woolen fabric. Once processing around 500 fezzes daily, Dinkhane […]
In Zhuhai, China, a vehicle drove into a crowd outside the Zhuhai Sports Center, injuring at least 20 people, including children and elderly individuals. Footage captured scenes of panic, with multiple people lying on the ground. The 62-year-old driver attempted to flee but was apprehended by police. Authorities are conducting an ongoing investigation into the […]
In Amsterdam, unidentified individuals armed with sticks and fireworks set a tram ablaze, damaging the vehicle. Police quickly extinguished the flames, and riot police cleared the area. Footage on social media showed fireworks thrown at nearby vehicles, adding to the unrest. Authorities are investigating the incident but have not yet identified those responsible or […]
A Spirit Airlines passenger plane from Florida was attacked while approaching Port-au-Prince, Haiti, resulting in an emergency diversion to Santiago, Dominican Republic. The incident injured one crew member but spared passengers from harm. Social media images reveal a bullet hole near the rear exit door and overhead compartment. Spirit Airlines stated the aircraft is now […]
Elazığ’s unique Coffee Cup Museum in Türkiye, boasting over 6,000 coffee cups, has attracted 300,000 visitors since opening on October 29, 2023. The museum, launched by the Elazığ Tourism, Culture, and Promotion Association on Türkiye’s Republic centenary, features rare cups, including one from 1737 sent to the Ottoman Empire, a cup used by Mustafa Kemal […]