Stunning Shelf Cloud Appeared Over Istanbul After Rain

  Following a bout of rain in Istanbul, captivating aerial images emerged showcasing a shelf cloud against the backdrop of a sunset. The unique scene, captured in Beylikdüzü and Büyükçekmece districts, resembled a scene from a sci-fi movie, with the sky divided between darkness and the vibrant hues of the setting sun. The images captured […]

Chad to Elect New President After Being Governed by Junta for 3 Years

The presidential election has begun in Chad, which has been ruled by the junta since April 2021, when Idriss Deby, who ruled the country for 30 years, was killed in a conflict. A total of 8.5 million registered voters were called to the voting station between 07.00 and 17.00 local time. Interim President Mahamat Idriss […]

Fire Injures 7 at Historic Qaysari Bazaar in Erbil, Iraq

A fire erupted in Erbil city’s historic Qaysari  Bazaar within the Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), injuring seven individuals overnight. The blaze, which occurred in the bazaar’s center, was brought under control by emergency teams by morning. Shop owners, concerned about potential thefts, remained vigilant outside the bazaar, known for its numerous jewelry shops. Erbil […]

Panama Elects Jose Raul Mulino as New President

Jose Raul Mulino, member of the centre-right party Realizing Gaols, won the presidential race in Panama. According to the results published after 92% of the votes were counted, he superseded his main rival with 9 points by receiving around 35% of the votes. The 64-year-old previously served as the country’s minister of public security, minister […]

Thailand Heatwave Claims 38 Lives

  Thailand has witnessed at least 38 deaths attributed to a prolonged heatwave, surpassing seasonal norms. The country’s Deputy Ministry of Health, Dr. Atthapol Kaewsamrit, highlighted that most victims were outdoor workers, individuals with health conditions, and the elderly. With temperatures soaring above 40 degrees in several provinces, authorities from Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention […]

Heights of Gümüşhane Covered in Snow Amid May

Snowfall formed a fascinating sight around the Limni Lake Nature Park, located at an altitude of 2,024 meters above sea level in Türkiye’s Gümüşhane despite the nearing of the summer season. “Such snowfall occurs in the higher parts of Gümüşhane and Lake Limni every year. It happened happened again. Tourists can see the beautiful view […]

Turkish-German Business Meet in Düsseldorf

  The İs Dünyası (Business World) in Türkiye magazine recently convened Turkish and German business figures in Düsseldorf for the third consecutive year. This gathering, aimed at fostering business and investment ties between the two nations, showcased the magazine’s influence as a pivotal resource in economic journalism. The event, spearheaded by the World Turkish Business […]

Russia’s Kharkiv Attack Injures at least 14

The Russian army carried out a glide bomb attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv city yesterday. According to the Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor’s Office’s report, at least 14 people in the area were injured. Several residential buildings were hit in the attack.

Fine Issued for Picking Protected Water Lilies in Türkiye

Authorities in Türkiye’s Biga district are imposing fines of 387,141 TL  ($12,000) on those caught picking protected water lilies in Nilüfer Lake, located in the village of Kalafat. This measure aims to prevent damage to the area’s biodiversity. Nilüfer Lake, covering 2 acres in Kalafat village, is famous for its water lilies, also known as […]

Hıdırellez and Kakava Festival Celebrated in Edirne

Thousands of locals and tourists gathered in Edirne due to the Romani traditioniol festival Kakava and the Muslim seasonal holiday Hıdırellez. The celebrations, which started yesterday with the lighting of the Kakava fire, continued throughout the night. Some headed to the Tunca River before dawn and threw the papers on which they wrote their wishes […]