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Couple of 74 Years Die on Same Day in Ordu, Türkiye
A couple married for 74 years lost their lives on the same day in the İkizce district of Ordu province of Türkiye. Ninety-three-year-old Ayşe Teke passed away yesterday morning at around 03:30 local time. Following her death, his…
School Fire Causes Panic in Istanbul
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…
Forest Fire Breaks Out in Çanakkale, Türkiye
A fire broke out in a forest area in the Biga district of Çanakkale province in Türkiye at around 13:00 local time, covering the sky with black smoke. Upon notification by locals, Çanakkale Forestry Regional Directorate teams were alarmed.…
Autumn Colors Paint Türkiye’s Domaniç Mountains
The Domaniç Mountains, spanning Kütahya and Bursa provinces in Türkiye, display vibrant autumn colors, with green, yellow, and pink tones transforming the landscape into a scenic masterpiece. Captured from the air by…
Chinese Couple Have Wedding Photos Taken in Türkiye’s Taksim Square
A Chinese couple about to get married chose Taksim Square in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Türkiye's most popular city, to have their wedding photos taken. The couple, who posed with the tram that has become the iconic symbol of the…
Akkoyunlu-Era Cemetery Discovered in Türkiye
A cemetery dating back to the Akkoyunlu period has been uncovered in Muş’s Bulanık district in Türkiye. Following examinations by the Provincial Gendarmerie’s Environment and Nature Protection Team, steps are underway to…
Salördek Village in Tunceli, Türkiye, Embraces Autumn
The dense forests of walnut, poplar and oak trees in the Salördek village of Tunceli province in Türkiye turned into shades of yellow with the arrival of autumn, creating a lovely view.
Türkiye’s First Maternity Hospital Opened in 1892 Now a Museum
In 1892, Türkiye's first maternity hospital, Demirkapı Viladethanesi, was established in Istanbul's Gülhane Park. Medical historian Prof. Dr. Ayten Altıntaş explains that until then, Ottoman women gave birth at home with…
Turkish Forces Guard Borders with High-Tech Surveillance
In Hakkari's Yüksekova district near the Iraqi border, Turkish forces, known as "border eagles," are vigilant at the Gevanakurki Base Area, a strategic post at 1,860 meters altitude. Equipped with advanced weapons, thermal…
Muradiye Waterfall Attracts Autumn Visitors with Stunning Colors
Muradiye Waterfall in Van, Türkiye, captivates nature enthusiasts each autumn with its scenic beauty. Located 90 kilometers from the city center, the waterfall transforms with the seasons—freezing in winter and lush green…