Inspired by ‘The Matrix,’ researchers turn body heat into electricity
Researchers at Sivas University of Science and Technology in Türkiye's eastern city of Sivas are developing a homegrown project that converts waste heat – including heat…
2025-12-17
2025-12-16
Harsh winter conditions affect daily life in Türkiye's Kars
A prolonged period of heavy snowfall and plunging temperatures across eastern Türkiye’s Kars province has triggered significant seasonal changes in both wildlife behavio…
2025-12-16
Turkish man overcomes 12-year addiction with Yeşilay support
A man in central Türkiye’s Kayseri province who began using drugs at age 18 after being influenced by co-workers at a part-time job has overcome a 12-year addiction foll…
2025-12-16
Former Üsküdar mayor claims official vehicle now serves mayor’s dog
Hilmi Türkmen, a member of the Justice and Development Party’s (AK Party) Central Executive Board (MKYK) and mayor of Üsküdar from 2014 to 2024, on Friday shared allegat…
2025-12-16
Türkiye plays leading role in regional climate action: UNDP
Türkiye plays an increasingly active and leading role in regional and global climate action under its international climate commitments, a senior United Nations Developm…
2025-12-16
Turkish woman crafts handmade dolls to make orphans smile
In Yozgat, central Türkiye, 52-year-old Zehra Bağcı has been knitting handmade dolls to support children living without family care, delivering nearly 300 dolls to child…
2025-12-15
Marrakech hosts Islamic world youth talks on peace, democracy
Young people from across the Islamic world gathered in Morocco’s historic city of Marrakech on Saturday as part of the closing events of Marrakech 2025, Capital of Youth…
2025-12-15
President Erdoğan extends Hanukkah greetings to Jewish community
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his greetings to citizens of the Jewish faith on the occasion of Hanukkah. In a message marking the holiday, Erdoğan said he cong…
2025-12-15
Türkiye’s human rights body documents Assad-era war crimes in Syria
A report released by the Human Rights and Equality Institution of Türkiye (TIHEK) says the former Bashar Assad regime committed widespread war crimes and crimes against …
2025-12-15
Türkiye moves to globalize geographically indicated products
The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) aims to increase the international visibility and added value of Türkiye’s products, as the country ranks second wor…
2025-12-15
Baby born with half heart recovers after treatment in Istanbul
A baby born in Van, eastern Türkiye, almost seven months ago with an underdeveloped right side of the heart, has regained health following advanced treatment administere…
2025-12-15
Türkiye’s Sapanca Lake water level drops below critical limit
The water level at Sapanca Lake, one of the Marmara Region’s key freshwater sources, has recently dropped to 28.54 meters (93.64 feet), falling below the critical thresh…
2025-12-15
Kızılay delivers 100 tons of aid to Sudan as crisis deepens
The Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay), in cooperation with the Sudanese Red Crescent, is providing 100 tons of humanitarian aid to help ease the crisis caused by the ongoin…
2025-12-14
Türkiye returns 24 suspects wanted on Red Notices from abroad
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Sunday that 24 fugitives wanted on international and national warrants have been returned to Türkiye from Georgia, Germany, …
2025-12-14
Ankara Hardens Its Stance as SDF and Israel Challenge Syria Policy
Tension over Syria is rising in Ankara on two interconnected levels. One is the military pressure Israel is exerting on the Ahmed al-Shara administration and on Syria’s …
2025-12-14
Istanbul film festival highlights short films on humanitarian crises
The TRT Humanitarian Film Festival was held on Saturday in Istanbul, marking its seventh edition with an awards ceremony recognizing short films that address global huma…
2025-12-14
Emine Erdoğan continues to promote reuse to cut waste nationwide
First lady Emine Erdoğan on Sunday opened the “Artsın Eksilmesin Transformation Market,” organized by the Social Development Center Education and Social Solidarity Assoc…
2025-12-14
Türkiye begins pilot of digital system to monitor pesticide use
Türkiye will begin piloting a new digital system to monitor pesticide use from farm to table in January 2026, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumakli said Satu…
2025-12-13
Türkiye dispatches 19th ship carrying 1,300 tons of aid to Gaza
Türkiye’s Red Crescent has dispatched its 19th Goodness Ship, carrying nearly 1,300 tons of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Stirp from the southern Mersin Port, officials s…
2025-12-13
After eight years of silence, it is talking time in Cyprus
Cyprus has seen countless diplomatic moments that promised more than they delivered. The island has lived through phases of hope, disappointment, silence and outright de…
2025-12-12
IBB council approves up to 62% hike in ISPARK parking fees
The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Council on Friday approved a proposal to raise parking fees at facilities operated by its subsidiary ISPARK, with increases …
2025-12-12
Diyarbakır home museum captures 60 years of Turkish public duty
A 92-year-old retired public servant in Diyarbakır, southeastern Türkiye, has transformed one room of his home into a living archive, preserving more than six decades of…
2025-12-12
TIKA delivers humanitarian aid to flood victims in Sri Lanka
The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has provided emergency humanitarian assistance to communities affected by severe flooding in Sri Lanka, supporting…
2025-12-12
Donkey becomes guide for visually impaired man in Türkiye
Despite losing his eyesight at a young age, 82-year-old Raif Kurt, who lives in Manisa, continues to lead an independent life by traveling alone on a donkey between his …
2025-12-11
Istanbul fire claims 3 children as investigation intensifies
A devastating overnight fire in Istanbul’s Pendik district resulted in the deaths of three children, while one remains in critical condition, prompting a multi-agency in…
2025-12-11
New livestock program strengthens Türkiye’s red meat supply chain
Türkiye is advancing its long-term strategy to expand domestic red meat production, as Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı announced that livestock deliver…
2025-12-11
AFAD sends ‘kindness train’ to Afghanistan with humanitarian aid
Türkiye has delivered a new wave of humanitarian support to Afghanistan, as the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) announced that the 24th 'Kindness Trai…
2025-12-11
Istanbul study shows maintenance fee rise in central districts
A new study by the Association of Professional Facility Managers (PTYD) reveals sharp differences in residential maintenance fees across Istanbul, with central districts…
2025-12-11
Türkiye reports sharp decline in November rainfall across regions
Türkiye’s hydrological landscape showed significant stress in November as nationwide precipitation fell well below both historical norms and last year’s levels, accordin…
2025-12-10
KÜME Foundation’s project redefines design as cultural infrastructure
In alignment with its ecosystem-building mandate, the Culture and Civilization Foundation's (KÜME) Alan platform is set to deliver its second signature design encounter,…