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Abandoned Turkish Village Offers Unique Backdrop for Film Industry
Emirhan village, near Sivas in Türkiye, is gaining attention for its cinematic landscape and 400-year history. Abandoned 46 years ago due to harsh winter conditions, the village, now in ruins, features stone structures and…
Ancient Athlete Inscription Discovered in Türkiye
Archaeologists excavating the ancient city of Anemurium in Mersin, Türkiye, have uncovered a 2,000-year-old inscription honoring a wrestling athlete. The 13-line inscription, found in the Liman Hamam area, names the…
Waterspout Forms off Zonguldak Coast
A waterspout formed in the morning hours off the coast of Zonguldak, Türkiye, causing panic among locals. Luckily, the waterspout lost its power before reaching the shore and did not cause any material damage or injuries.
Experts stated…
Dense Fog Forms Beautiful Landscapes over Istanbul
Heavy fog covered many districts of Istanbul, Türkiye in the morning hours. The thick fog layer, which resembled a due to its density, formed fascinating views over the Bosphorus, Çamlıca Mosque and Galata Tower.
Newsreader Caught on Air During Earthquake in Türkiye
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Kale district of Malatya, Türkiye, as confirmed by the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD). During the quake, a newsreader broadcasting live was visibly panicked and unsure of…
5.9-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Malatya and Nearby Provinces in Türkiye
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake occurred in the Kale district of Malatya province in Türkiye at 10:07 local time. The jolt, which occurred at a depth of 10.07 kilometers below ground, caused great fear and panic in Malatya and the surrounding…
Moment Drunk Driver Crashes on Step Street
A drunk driver in Izmir's Konak district crashed into a parked car and damaged buildings after losing control. The driver, Ayberk T., veered onto a street with stairs, causing the accident. He was treated for minor injuries, and…
Photographer Reflects on 32 Years of Capturing Mount Nemrut’s Beauty
Photographer Adem Sönmez, one of the first to photograph Mount Nemrut in Türkiye, reflects on 32 years of documenting its natural and cultural significance. Sönmez first visited Nemrut, located in Bitlis' Tatvan district, in 1983,…
Amasra Becomes Top Destination for Russian Cruise Tourists
The number of visitors to Amasra, Bartın, from the Astoria Grande cruise ship, which operates between Russia and Türkiye, has surpassed 68,000. The scenic port town is favored by Russian tourists for its natural beauty,…
Turkish Forces Seize Weapons Belonging to PKK Terrorists
Turkish soldiers continue successful operations in the Claw-Lock region, targeting PKK terrorist strongholds. The Ministry of National Defense announced that a large stockpile of weapons, ammunition, and supplies was seized during…