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New Zigana Tunnel: Türkiye’s Longest One
The New Zigana Tunnel on the Trabzon-Gümüşhane highway, hailed as Türkiye's and Europe's longest and the world's third-longest tunnel, has facilitated seamless transportation over the past year since its inauguration, with over 4…
Istanbul Police Seize 565 Exotic Animals
In a recent crackdown on smuggling operations, Istanbul police seized 565 exotic animals, including baby crocodiles, monkeys, and snakes, whose trade is banned. The operation resulted in the arrest of 36…
Down Syndrome Man’s First Birthday Celebration Brings Joy
Ramazan, a 23-year-old with Down syndrome from Türkiye's Adana, experienced his first-ever birthday celebration, moving his mother Feride Elçiçek to tears of joy. The Elçiçek family, facing financial challenges…
Dash Camera Captures Lightning Strike on Road
Lightning struck a highway where vehicles were passing during the rain last evening in Türkiye's Elazığ province.
The rain started yesterday afternoon and continued at night, and gave drivers in traffic hard time moving forward. Some…
Hidden Ottoman Era Structure Uncovered After Earthquake
Recent earthquakes in Tokat's Sulusaray district revealed a historical gem hidden within the old Quran course belonging to the District Mufti's Office. The removal of plaster following the tremors exposed a structure dating back to the…
Heavy Rain Turns Ankara Streets Into Lakes
The Ankara Governorship issued a cautionary notice regarding anticipated intense showers and thunderstorms across the city. As forecasted, heavy rain descended in the evening, transforming several streets and avenues into waterlogged areas…
May 1 Gatherings in Istanbul: Police Intervene Amid Ban
Police intervened as union members gathered in Saraçhane, Istanbul, for May 1 Labor and Solidarity Day despite the ban on Taksim. The groups shouted slogans and attempted to overcome barriers with flag…
Seddülbahir Castle’s Restoration Nominated for Architizer A+ Awards
The recently restored Seddülbahir Castle, a significant site on the Historical Gallipoli Peninsula of Türkiye, has garnered global recognition by reaching the finals of the prestigious Architizer A+…
Niğde’s Glass Observation Terrace Become Tourist Hotspot
The management of the Glass Observation Terrace in Yeşilburç village of Niğde in Türkiye, is under scrutiny. This comes as part of efforts to boost tourism in the area, with initiatives like a new walking…
World’s 2nd Largest Canyon Valley Awaits Visitors
Ihlara Valley, the world's second largest canyon valley, and the fascinating Melendiz Stream flowing through it, which were formed after the volcanic eruption, awaits all nature lovers at the foot of Hasan Mountain in Türkiye's Aksaray…