Çiler Kocaman, a mother of three living in Bilecik, regularly visits the public library to read Braille books despite being blind from birth. “The Braille alphabet makes our lives much easier and is indispensable for us,” Kocaman said, noting that it allows visually impaired people to read, take notes, and use digital screens independently. […]
A crane collapsed onto vehicles at a highway construction site in Samut Sakhon province, west of Bangkok, Thailand, killing two people and injuring five others. The victims were trapped under the crane and construction columns, while the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. The accident came a day after a similar crane collapse in […]
Ayder Plateau, a world-famous tourist destination in Rize, northeastern Türkiye, has been blanketed in snow following heavy snowfall. Located in the Çamlıhemşin district, the plateau offered striking winter scenery as forests and slopes turned white. Known for its lush green landscape in summer, Ayder also attracts visitors with its winter beauty. Snow-covered views of […]
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s last shah, outlined his vision for Iran in the event of a regime change, pledging immediate recognition of Israel. In a social media statement, Pahlavi said a free Iran would act as a force for regional stability and become a reliable energy supplier for the global market. He […]
Ukraine’s parliament has approved President Volodymyr Zelensky’s appointment of Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister. Fedorov received 277 votes in the 450-seat legislature and outlined plans to modernize the army through digitalization, drones, and artificial intelligence. He said outdated military structures must be replaced to reduce casualties and improve transparency. Fedorov previously served as deputy […]
A 74-year-old retired bus driver from Bursa, western Türkiye, traveled to Mecca for Umrah by converting his van into a campervan and driving through Syria, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. Osman Nuri Özgür completed the roughly 2,600-kilometer journey in 2.5 days after departing from İnegöl on January 4. Özgür said he decided to travel by […]
As protests and internal unrest continue in Iran, Iranian tourists entering Türkiye through the Kapıköy Border Crossing said the death toll may be higher than official figures. Visitors staying briefly in Van reported internet outages and limited access to television in Iran, but avoided detailed public comments due to security concerns. Many said they […]
Heavy snowfall has blanketed the historic Harput neighborhood in Elazığ, eastern Türkiye, following meteorological warnings. Located about 1,200 meters above sea level, Harput’s historic landmarks were covered in snow, creating striking winter views. Key sites such as Harput Castle and the tilted minaret of the Ulu Mosque stood out under the snowfall. The area, […]
US-based Bloomberg reported that US President Donald Trump’s Special Representative Steve Witkoff and senior adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner may travel to Moscow this month to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. The report, citing unnamed sources, said the talks could focus on a draft peace proposal on Ukraine, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction. The […]
France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said, amid tensions over US President Donald Trump’s statements on annexing the island. Barrot said the move was planned last year and criticized pressure on Greenland. Denmark and Greenland have rejected Trump’s remarks, stressing that Greenland is not for sale […]