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The fire at Bolu Kartalkaya hotel resort has devastated us all. The death toll has now reached 66, a figure
Unbelievable things are happening in Ankara. Many valuable buildings from the early Republican period, which witnessed the founding years of the...
For more than two decades, Russia has used its energy resources as a tool to exert pressure on Eastern Europe. As part of this strategy, President...
In the Christian tradition, Jubilee Years are deeply meaningful as times of spiritual renewal and forgiveness. Declared sacred by the Catholic...
Last night, despite heavy rain and Ankara’s notorious traffic, we managed to arrive on time for the 2025 New Year’s Concert by the Presidential...
Orthodox Christians traditionally exchange gifts on St. Nicholas Day (19 December) or during the New Year celebrations. While they use the...
Büyükada, the largest of Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, is witnessing the long-awaited restoration of Rizzo Palas, located at Kadıyoran 29....
Invading or annexing Syria is neither a moral nor a strategically sound course of action. Such a move would provoke widespread international...
Vladimir Putin’s strategic gambit in Ukraine produced results far different from what he anticipated. Ukraine, intended as bait in Russia’s...
The Ukraine war has significantly influenced Turkey’s energy security policies and its relations with Russia. Turkey relies on Russia for...
It has been announced that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled the country and sought asylum in Moscow, where he has obtained a residence permit....
Notre Dame de Paris, located on the Île de la Cité island in the 4th district of Paris, is a medieval Catholic cathedral considered one of the...
Recent political and military developments in Syria suggest a potential shift in regional power dynamics. Reports citing Kremlin sources claim that...
Around 40% of Turkey’s annual natural gas demand of 56 billion cubic metres is supplied by Russia. However, payment disruptions caused by the...
For many years, metro investments were neglected in Ankara. The AKP administrations viewed metro projects as solutions typically associated with...
A friend of mine, who spends summers on the Princes’ Islands, is a descendant of Sephardic Jews who fled the Spanish Inquisition in 1492 and...
Throughout human history, writing has not only served as a means of communication but also as the most effective tool for immortalizing thoughts...
In Turkish domestic tenders, many Chinese companies continue to secure projects by leveraging Chinese Eximbank project financing support and...
Nothing is permanent. The transformative and consuming power of time gradually erases or alters everything. In this transient world, even the...
Turkey’s energy sector has witnessed remarkable growth as of 2024. According to data released by the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources,...
Following the US sanctions on Gazprombank, Turkey’s request for an exemption from these sanctions to continue importing natural gas from Russia...
The COP29 Climate Conference, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, aimed to strengthen global collaboration in addressing climate change. Despite its noble...
After serving as Germany’s chancellor for four terms, Angela Merkel stepped down due to health reasons, retreating from the public eye and leading...
Last night, we had the pleasure of watching Alexander Borodin’s timeless masterpiece, Prince Igor, at the Ankara Opera. The production captivated...
The U.S. presidency is a demanding and exhausting role. To succeed, it requires a skilled and experienced team. However, the new cabinet members...
Turkey lacks the authority to halt oil shipments from Azerbaijan to Israel without a UN sanctions resolution. At most, Turkey can request or advise...
The 2024 U.S. presidential election has sparked many discussions on the evolving political landscape and the key issues that influenced voters....
As the U.S. presidential election on November 5 approaches, the policy differences between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are becoming increasingly...
The Pentagon has confirmed that approximately 10,000 North Korean soldiers have been deployed to eastern Russia, ostensibly to undergo military...
Amidst the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, both sides have outlined their respective paths to either victory or peace. Ukrainian...
The attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) headquarters in Ankara Kahramankazan on October 23, 2024, was seen as a serious threat to...
The outcome of the Ukraine-Russia war hinges on a complex mix of military strategy, diplomatic negotiations, and the endurance of each side’s...
These are extremely challenging times. If Israel decides to expand the conflict by striking Iranian facilities, it could spark a major crisis in...
In the 1960s, Germany sought to replenish its post-WWII labor force by recruiting workers from countries like Turkey, Italy, Greece, and former...
On February 6 and 10, 2011, two separate landslides occurred at the Çöllolar Coal Mine, which supplies coal for the Afşin-Elbistan B Thermal...
The alleged corruption scandal that has erupted in New York surrounding Mayor Eric Adams is a state-level incident cannot be overlooked....
Blue cruises around Kekova Island, departing from Kaş and Üçağız ports in southern Turkey, have long been a popular activity. This region is a...
The Çayırhan Thermal Power Plant (A), a coal-fired power station with a capacity of 3×210 MWe, began operations in Ankara in 1987. In 2000, the...
BBC reports that Trump has announced he will not participate in any further debates with Harris as both candidates continue their visits to key...
The recent incident in the Turkish Parliament, where an aggressor walked up to speaker MP Ahmet Şık and grabbed his shoulder during a speech,...
The Arena AquaChallenge swimming competition, open to athletes of all ages, was held at the Heybeliada Water Sports Club on Saturday and Sunday,...
We previously examined the situation surrounding the auction of the thermal power plant—its value, budget, and current status. Today, we will turn...
In recent years, there has been a growing trend of installing swimming pools in the gardens of private homes on the Prince Islands. While this is...
The Surp Asdvadzadzin Verapokhum Church, also known as the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, is a historic Armenian Catholic church...
The incidents of fighting, physical altercations, injuries, and violence against women that occurred yesterday in the Turkish Grand National...
Istanbul, one of Turkey’s largest and most significant cities, also faces substantial geological risks. Experts have long warned that an...
Globally, athletes who achieve top ranks in sports tournaments and the Olympics are celebrated upon their return to their home countries, often...
Throughout history, humanity has often faced unexpected and devastating consequences when interfering with the natural order. Two striking examples...
The refugee problem is a significant issue that almost every country faces today. Millions of people flee their countries due to war, economic...