Serbia to Hold Local Elections on June 2

Serbia, where alleged unfair conditions in the previous elections significantly divided political parties, is preparing for the local and municipal elections to be held on June 2. Due to the previous allegations, the elections will be observed by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe to ensure compliance with democratic standards.  

NATO Ministers Meet in Prague

  Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan joined NATO foreign ministers in Prague to discuss key issues ahead of the NATO Leaders Summit in Washington this July. Topics included support for Ukraine, strengthening NATO’s defense strategies, and enhancing cooperation with Asia-Pacific partners. Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky highlighted the need for a unified strategy to counter […]

The Colorful Tradition of Ox and Bull Racing in Pakistan

Punjab, Pakistan, is home to ox and bull racing, an event that attracts farmers, local residents, and enthusiasts from across the province. ‘Racing Giants’ delves into one of the fascinating and colorful aspects of Punjab. From time immemorial, the popular and energetic activity of ox and bull racing has been a staple of the summer […]

Vetch Field in Bolu Blooms into Scenic Masterpiece

  A field of Hungarian vetch planted in October has transformed into a picturesque scene in Bolu’s Mudurnu district in Türkiye. Following May rains, purple flowers bloomed amidst the green fields, forming a unique and stunning view. The field, located on the road to Sarıyar village, has become a favorite spot for local photographers. Mehmet […]

NASA to Initiate First Crewed Flight with Starliner Spacecraft

National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Boeing are ready for the Boeing Crew Flight Test, in which the first crewed flight of the Boeing CFT-100 Starliner spacecraft will be initiated. The spacecraft, which will take NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station, will be launched on a United Launch Alliance […]

Türkiye Defeats Serbia 3-1 in Nations League

  The Turkish National Women’s Volleyball Team triumphed over Serbia with a 3-1 win in the Nations League match. This victory marks their fourth win in the Nations League, currently hosted in Arlington. The Turkish team, known as the “Sultans of the Net,” will next face South Korea and the USA in the remaining matches […]

New Spotted Salamander Subspecies Found in Türkiye’s Tunceli

A new subspecies of salamander, ‘Neurergus Strauchii Munzurensis’, was discovered in Türkiye’s Tunceli province. The creature, which has vibrant yellow spots on its dark skin, was found and photographed by Director Caner Canerik and Lawyer Banu Çuhadar Yılmaz. “As we travel in nature, we look differently and try to discover new species. We do this […]

Extreme Temperatures Claim 15 Lives in India

Record heats of up to 53 degrees resulted in deaths in India. At least 15 people died due to heatstroke in the last 24 hours in the states of Bihar and Odisha. Odisha government has banned outdoor events between 11.00-15.00 due to extreme heat. Authorities said that the death toll may increase once the causes […]

Cylinder Explosion Claims 2 in Pakistan

A severe gas cylinder explosion occurred at a liquid petroleum gas cylinder filling shop in the the Paretabad area of Hyderabad in Pakistan. Two children died and 50 others, many of them children, were injured, said authorities. Some of the casualties were reported to be heavily injured.

Amasra Emerges as Top Destination for Russian Tourists

Amasra, a district in Bartın once described by the Ottoman Sultan Fatih Mehmed as “Çeşm-i Cihan” (the apple of the world’s eye), has become a favored spot for Russian tourists. Since being introduced to the cruise line in August 2022, Amasra has welcomed 49,483 Russian tourists through 43 cruise voyages over 23 months. The Astoria […]