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Alperen Uslu, an amateur angler off the coast of Antalya’s Manavgat district in Türkiye, captured footage of a 15-meter sperm whale 10 miles from Side Harbor. Uslu, who often shares his encounters on social media, described how they…

National swimmer Bengisu Avcı has made history as the first Turkish swimmer and the 38th globally to complete the "Ocean's 7" course, which consists of seven of the world’s toughest marathon swims. Speaking from Tokyo, Avcı…

Sivas carpets, a traditional handicraft from Türkiye, are renowned for their intricate designs, high loop count, and use of natural materials. These carpets, often priced at around $1,800 per square meter, require significant time…

Hasanşeyh Reservoir, located in the Reşadiye district of Tokat, has become a top destination for nature lovers with its stunning landscapes, cool air, and serene atmosphere. Surrounded by pine forests and offering recreational areas and a…

A devastating forest fire in Türkiye’s Bursa province reduced 100 hectares to ash, but one garden in Gürsu’s Karahıdır village remained untouched. Despite the destruction, Halil Kiraz’s 25-acre nectar orchard stood green and…

Musa Çelikkılıç, a Turkish expatriate living in Germany, returned to Türkiye for vacation and criticized the discrimination immigrant families face in Europe. Speaking at the border crossing on his way to his hometown Uşak,…

A massive forest fire in the Gürsu district of Bursa, Türkiye, has left behind severe destruction, marking one of the region’s worst disasters. The fire, which raged for four days, blackened the foothills of Katırlı Mountain and destroyed…

Expatriates from countries like Germany and France continue to arrive in Türkiye via the Kapıkule Border Gate for their annual leave. Despite the long journey, many say the excitement of returning home makes it worthwhile. Numan…

In Türkiye's Bursa province, Karaoğlan Village in the Mustafakemalpaşa district now hosts the highest number of stork nests in the region, boasting 32 nests—eight times more than the famous Eskikaraağaç "Stork Village." Located on…

In Antalya, a shuttle driver resting in the shade was shocked to find a snake above him attempting to swallow a mouse. Mustafa Çiftçi had pulled over to rest before an airport transfer. While sitting under a tree, he heard a strange noise…