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Natural Gas Explosion Leaves 1 Dead in Istanbul
A natural gas explosion on the ground floor of a 14-storey building in the Beylikdüzü district of Istanbul, Türkiye, left 1 person dead and 3 people injured. Following the incident, many ambulances and police teams arrived at the scene.
Dog Becomes School Mascot in Türkiye
A dog named Fındık (Hazelnut,) adopted by a school in Kayseri six years ago, has become a beloved mascot at a high school. Originally a stray, Fındık followed students to the school and was embraced by the administration and…
Fog Envelops Diyarbakır’s Historic Sites
Thick fog in Türkiye's Diyarbakır, particularly in the central Sur district, reduced visibility to as low as 30 meters in some areas, prompting cautious driving. While transportation remained unaffected, drivers used…
Heavy Fog Forms Dazzling View in Turkish Capital
The dense fog layer that formed in the Turkish capital, Ankara, early this morning created a fascinating view with the first rays of the sun.
Turkish Police Detains 12 ISIS Suspects in Istanbul
Istanbul police detained 12 individuals suspected of acting on behalf of the terrorist organization ISIS. The suspects, believed to be planning attacks, were apprehended in coordinated operations involving special forces at multiple…
Japanese Crown Prince Visit Hagia Sophia
Crown Prince Akishino Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko of Japan visited the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque in Istanbul as part of their trip to mark the 100th anniversary of Türkiye-Japan relations.
Accompanied by Turkish…
Millions of Years Old Fairy Chimney Collapses in Cappadocia
A fairy chimney in the world-famous Cappadocia region of Nevşehir province of Türkiye collapsed, making loud noises and scattering around as giant rock pieces in the middle of the night. Authorities say that the chimney was probably too…
Dazzling Night View Captured From Hot Springs in Türkiye
Budaklı hot springs, surrounded by mountains and accessible to people at different times of the year in the Güroymak district of Bitlis, Türkiye, offered a visual feast under stars twinkling in the crystal clear sky at night.
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Turkish Knife Maker Crafts Sword from Damascus Steel
Sivas knife maker Emre Göçeri has made a handcrafted sword from Damascus steel, completing the intricate piece in 11 days. The sword, known for its veined appearance, sharpness, and flexibility, is priced at 110,000 TL ($3100.)
Forged…
Ancient Artifacts Unearthed in Türkiye’s Tavşanlı Mound
Excavations at Tavşanlı Mound in Kütahya, Türkiye, have uncovered 3,200-year-old artifacts, including a stone bull-shaped pendant, a piercing tool, and bronze tweezers.
The discoveries, preserved due to fire exposure, offer…