Istanbul

In Istanbul, an escalator caught fire at Yenikapı station on the Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line, filling the station with smoke and prompting an evacuation. Passengers experienced panic and breathing difficulties due to the heavy smoke, and…

As autumn sets in, Atatürk Arboretum in Sarıyer has transformed into a vibrant landscape with shades of yellow, red, and green. Known as the "Living Tree Museum," the arboretum offers a stunning seasonal display,…

The Ayios Nikolaos Church in Istanbul’s Topkapı district, originally built in honor of St. Nicholas, was restored during Sultan Mahmud II's reign thanks to donations from the local Muslim community. Historian Zafer Bilgi…

A public transport vehicle carrying passengers crashed into the barriers while approaching a bus stop in the Kadıköy district of Istanbul, resulting in the barrier going into the bus for about 10 meters. No one was killed or injured in the…

Istanbul's Fatih Sultan Mehmet and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridges were illuminated in orange for Children with Leukemia Week, observed from November 2-8. Organized by the Foundation for Children with Leukemia (LÖSEV), the…

Istanbul’s dam levels have dropped to critical lows, with overall occupancy at 30.18%, according to İSKİ data. The Alibey Dam, a key water source for the city, has reached its lowest point in a decade, now at only 6.07% capacity.…

A fire broke out on the exterior of the El Maarif International Schools in the Bahçelievler district of Istanbul, Türkiye, causing great panic at the school and the private high school next to it. Firefighters and health teams were…

Istanbul’s Marmaray rail line, easing traffic between Europe and Asia, has transported over 1.2 billion passengers since opening. Now marking its 11th anniversary, Marmaray recorded 208 million passengers in the first 10 months of 2024…