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Germany Raises Dog Taxes in 2025
Dog taxes across Germany increased in 2025, with some municipalities doubling their rates. In Landshut and Bocholt, taxes jumped from €30–€42 to €60–€84. Cities like Gütersloh now charge up to €120 annually.
The dog tax…
Aerial View Reveals Hidden Canyon in Türkiye
Kazıklı Ali Canyon in Niğde, Türkiye, known for its untouched nature, was captured in stunning aerial footage. Popular among trekkers, climbers, and photographers, the canyon features steep cliffs and a winding valley,…
New Insect Species Named After Turkish Scientist’s Wife
A new insect species was discovered during fieldwork in Kırşehir, Türkiye, and named "Emine" by zoologist Dr. Ersin Demirel after his wife. The insect belongs to the Cixiidae family, known as plant pests that transmit diseases between…
Turkish Couple Travels the World with Income from Farming
A couple from Türkiye’s Şırnak province has traveled to 40 countries across six continents over 16 years, funding their journeys through animal husbandry. Taybet and Feyzullah Artuç, inspired by a newspaper supplement in their…
Desert Dust Storm Hits Türkiye’s Izmir
The desert dust storm traveling from the West African country of Mali covered all structures and vehicles in dust in Türkiye's Izmir province.
Prof. Dr. Doğan Yaşar, who warned those with respiratory conditions such as asthma to wear…
Sheep Flock Passes Through Streets on Their Migration Route in Artvin, Türkiye
Unusual landscapes formed as a farmer's 600 sheep passed through several districts during their 2-month migration journey to reach the Bilbilan Plateau in the Artvin province of Türkiye.
"The migration has started. I have 600 sheep. We…
Safranbolu Hotels Fully Booked for Ramadan Holiday
Hotels in Safranbolu, a UNESCO-listed Ottoman-era town in Türkiye, have reached full occupancy for the Ramadan holiday. Known for its well-preserved historic houses and cobblestone streets, the town is a major cultural tourism…
Young Kickboxer Returns to Syria with Championship Belt
Abdurrahman Ehşeni, a 13-year-old Syrian kickboxer, returned to his homeland from Türkiye through the Cilvegözü Border Gate, carrying the belt he won in an international tournament. After fleeing the war in Syria, Abdurrahman and…
Unexpected Snowfall Extends Ski Season on Erciyes, Türkiye
The snowfall that lasted 3 days amid March has extended the ski season at Erciyes Ski Resort, one of the most popular ski resorts in Türkiye, offering local and foreign ski enthusiasts the opportunity to ski in warm weather.
"It's very…
Largest Mosque of Türkiye’s East Black Sea Nears Completion
The construction of the Hanife Hatun Mosque and Complex in Trabzon, Türkiye, is in its final stages. Built on a 26,000-square-meter site, the mosque will accommodate 15,000 worshippers. Featuring a conference hall, education center,…