In the lead-up to the vote of confidence for the new cabinet in the Maldives, tensions flared among Members of Parliament (MPs), resulting in a physical altercation. The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) decision to withdraw confidence votes for four members of President Mohammed Muizzu’s cabinet triggered a response from the ruling coalition. Lawmakers from […]
Altınorak housing estate in Silivri, Istanbul, faced a second episode of flooding just two months after the initial incident caused by the overflow of the Kula Stream on November 29, 2023. The region’s roads turned into lakes, affecting predominantly summer houses, prompting citizens to take precautions with sandbags to prevent potential flooding. Municipal teams, employing […]
Göynük, renowned as Bolu’s ‘slow city’ district with a rich history and Ottoman architecture, transforms into a winter wonderland as recent snowfall blankets its historical houses. The district, a favorite among locals and international visitors alike, offers a picturesque scene captured by aerial views of snow-covered rooftops. Nature enthusiasts, like Musa Ocak and his […]
Jereed, a traditional equestrian sport with deep roots in Turkish culture, transforms into a winter spectacle in Erzurum, where recent snowfall has provided an opportunity for both villagers and professional athletes to engage in this ancient game. Athletes from Şengel Equestrian Sports Club, champions of the recent Equestrian Jereed Turkish Championship, showcased their skills […]
Numan Kurtulmuş, the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, continued his official engagements in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a visit to the Wahat Al Karama Martyrdom in Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival, he received a military welcome and laid a wreath at the monument, gaining insights into the martyrdom and signing the […]
For over 500 years, Gaocheng District in Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province, China, has been crafting lanterns, famously known as “Palace Lanterns.” Legend has it that these lanterns earned their name due to their exquisite craftsmanship and beautiful appearance, often presented as tribute to the palace. As the Spring Festival approaches, Gaocheng’s lantern artisans, particularly master […]
Borcka Karagöl Nature Park in Türkiye’s Artvin, renowned as one of the country’s hidden paradises, transforms into a winter wonderland with the arrival of snow. The nature park, celebrated for its pristine landscapes, ancient forests, and diverse vegetation, takes on a new allure as snow blankets the region. The frozen Karagöl, adorned with a white […]
The aftermath of the devastating earthquakes centered in Kahramanmaraş on February 6 in Türkiye continues to unfold, with newly revealed images capturing the moment when ‘Sahil’ apartment building in Iskenderun district, Hatay, collapsed. The building, consisting of two 6-floor blocks, tragically claimed the lives of 65 people. The images showcase the severity of the disaster, […]
Farmers in France rallied against government agricultural policies and environmental rules, blocking key highways around Paris with tractors. Despite government concessions on diesel support, farmers persist in opposing EU Green Deal measures and beef import agreements. Over 15,000 police were deployed, urging restraint. Similar protests occurred in Belgium near the EU Parliament.
Erciyes Mountain, one of Türkiye’s important winter tourism centers, broke its own visitor record. Erciyes Ski Resort, which has 112-kilometer runways and 19 mechanical facilities and as cable car lines reaching an altitude of 3,400 meters, hosted over 123,000 local and foreign visitors over the weekend. “We are at Erciyes Ski Resort. A sparkling environment, […]