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Kumköy Dam in Türkiye’s Çanakkale Completely Dries Up
The dam in Kumköy village in Çanakkale's Eceabat district, renowned for its fertile lands, has completely dried up. The situation was revealed through drone footage. Lower-than-expected winter rainfall led to the dam failing…
Dam Levels Reach Nine-Year Low amid Heatwave in Istanbul
Istanbul is experiencing severe drought conditions due to a heatwave from Africa, with dam occupancy rates dropping to 36.71 percent. According to the Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration (İSKİ), occupancy rates…
‘British bride’ leaves her country and career for her lover in Türkiye
The extraordinary life story of Sarah Durrant, who came to Türkiye from England for her Turkish husband and started husbandry, astonishes those who hear it. During her visit to Türkiye's Fethiye district of Muğla for a birthday holiday with…
Mount Ararat welcomes foreign climbers
Mount Ararat, which is Türkiye's tallest mountain and is considered sacred in many religions, hosted a group of foreign tourists this time. The climbing group took a break at an altitude of 4,200 meters on the first day and reached the…
Izmir Metro Strike Ends with New Pay Deal, Services Resume
A two-day strike in Izmir, impacting metro and tram services, resulted in transport difficulties and increased traffic for the city's residents. Mayor Tunç Soyer announced on social media that the strike was over after an agreement was…
red full moon appears over lake van
The red full moon created fascinating moments over Lake Van, Türkiye's largest lake. The enchanting view of the full moon's reflection on the lake created sparkles as well. Despite the dark weather, citizens sailed by boats to enjoyed the…
Yusufeli Dam Prepares for Power Generation, Set to Boost Turkish Economy
The Yusufeli Dam, located on the Çoruh River in Artvin, is set to begin electricity generation with its water level exceeding 185 meters. The dam is one of the world's tallest, and test electricity generation is…
supermoon recorded over türkiye’s bosphorus
The Supermoon, a phase where the Moon appears brighter and larger than usual, was observed in Istanbul, Türkiye, alongside landmarks such as the Bosphorus Bridge and Çamlıca Mosque. Appearing 30 percent brighter and about 14 percent larger…
Full Moon Illuminates Yüksekova, Mesmerizes Locals
The full moon's exceptional beauty enhanced the evening sky of Hakkari, Türkiye captivating all who saw it. Local resident Nevzat Alter praised the uniqueness of the spectacle, comparing it favorably to views from Mount Nemrut…
severe fire spreads to 10 factories in türkiye’s bursa
The fire that broke out in a yarn factory in the İnegöl district of Türkiye's Bursa province yesterday and spread to a total of 10 factories still continues. Fourteen people have been injured by the incident. Almost all of the factories…