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Child Labor Plagues Adana’s Agricultural Sector
In Adana, where seasonal agricultural work attracts workers from other regions of Türkiye, children of agricultural laborers are missing out on education due to field work. Families from Şanlıurfa migrate to Adana for agricultural jobs,…
Desert Dust Covers Türkiye’s Thrace
Dust clouds that rose from the Libyan deserts have been covering Türkiye's Thrace region for 3 days. Experts say the incident is expected to continue for a while and that mud rains may occur.
Apart from reducing visibility, dust clouds…
Judas Trees Paint Istanbul with Spring Colors
The blooming Judas trees are turning Istanbul into a picturesque scene, blending green, blue, and pink hues along the Bosphorus. These trees, known as spring's heralds, are adorning the city with their…
Desert Dust from Africa Triggers Health Concerns in Istanbul
The influx of desert dust and heat waves from Africa is causing health issues, particularly for children and the elderly, in Türkiye. Experts advise wearing masks and keeping windows closed to minimize exposure.…
Landslide Captured on Video
A landslide in Gümüşhane's Kürtün district in Türkiye caused panic as tons of soil moved, blocking access roads to several villages. Citizens recorded the frightening event with their mobile phones, capturing…
Hürmetçi Marshes: Nature’s Oasis in Kayseri, Türkiye
Nestled in Kayseri, Türkiye, at 1,073 meters above sea level along a major bird migration path spanning Europe, Asia, and Africa, Hürmetçi Marshes unveils its scenic beauty as temperatures rise. This wetland, acclaimed internationally, sits…
Turish State Officials Mark April 23 at Anıtkabir
State officials gathered at Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, to mark April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day alongside the Turkish Grand National Assembly's 104th anniversary. The…
Paragliding Competition Held in Türkiye’s Alanya
The Turkish Paragliding Mediterranean Region Target Competition was held in the Alanya district of Antalya. A total of 60 competitors, 41 of whom were local, took off from Hıdrellez Mevkii and tried to land on the area established at…
Turkish Assembly Marks Children’s Day with Special Session
The Turkish Grand National Assembly commemorated the 104th anniversary of its opening and April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day with a special session titled "April 23 Children's Special Session." Led…
Drunk Passenger Attacks Police on Flight from Edinburgh to Antalya
A drunken Scottish passenger on a flight from Edinburgh to Antalya caused chaos by attacking a police officer who intervened. The incident occurred last Saturday and led to the passenger's arrest and subsequent…