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Red Seaweeds Paint Beaches Red in Çanakkale, Türkiye
The recent lodos caused red seaweeds to drift to the coastal areas in Çanakkale, Türkiye, painting some beaches and shores, such as Yeni Kordon, in red and forming a unique view.
Turkish Military Pilots on 24/7 Standby for Wildfire Response
Türkiye’s Army Aviation Command is on constant alert with helicopter crews ready to combat forest fires, playing a critical role in protecting natural areas. The Turkish Armed Forces (TAF), as part of its "Reserve Force,"…
Flamingos Encolour Drought-Stricken Lake in Türkiye
Ulaş Lake, located in the Ulaş district of Sivas province in Türkiye, where the water level has dropped significantly due to drought in recent years, hosted migrating flamingos, which formed a colorful landscape.
“They actually call it a…
Türkiye’s New Aircraft Carrier Design Advances
Türkiye's ambitious National Aircraft Carrier project, designed to operate as a "floating airport," is progressing steadily. The vessel, planned to be 285 meters long and 72 meters wide, will be able to travel from…
Fire Starts in Türkiye’s Lake Eber
A fire broke out last night in the reed area of Lake Eber, one of Türkiye's largest lakes, within the borders of Afyonkarahisar. While the flames spread over a wide area due to the wind, firefighters and some locals arrived in the area.…
Byzantine Church and Ancient Water System Unearthed in Türkiye
Excavations at the Konuralp Ancient Theater, known as the Türkiye's "Ephesus of the Western Black Sea," have revealed a Byzantine-era church structure and an extensive water system. Unearthed by Düzce Municipality, the…
October Heatwave Draws Beachgoers to Antalya
Despite late October, Antalya's beaches are bustling as temperatures hit 32°C, drawing holidaymakers to the sun-soaked shores. With a sea temperature of 25°C and humidity at a low 14%, tourists, primarily from abroad, took…
Autumn Colors Dazzle Drivers on Highway in Türkiye
The Tokat-Turhal highway in Türkiye transforms into a vibrant autumn display, as poplar trees lining the road reveal a striking contrast of green and golden-yellow leaves. This unique seasonal scenery, with trees on one…
Istanbul’s Marmaray Marks 11 Years, Surpasses 1.2 Billion Passengers
Istanbul's Marmaray rail line, celebrating its 11th anniversary, has transported over 1.2 billion passengers since opening, with 208 million served in just the first 10 months of 2024. The project, connecting Asia and Europe in 4…
Istanbul Airport Celebrates Republic Day
Istanbul Airport marked Türkiye’s 101st Republic Day and its own 6th anniversary with special celebrations and the addition of a new airline, bringing its total to 109. Now one of the world’s leading hubs, the airport hosted a…