» Investigation launched into Russian plane fire at Antalya Airport
25/11/24 04:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities have launched an investigation into a fire that broke out on a Russian passenger plane shortly after it landed at Antalya Airport in southern Türkiye on Nov. 24.
» Asian markets begin week on front foot, bitcoin rally stutters
25/11/24 03:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Asian markets rose Monday following a record close on Wall Street as traders welcomed Donald Trump's pick for Treasury Secretary, while bitcoin's push to $100,000 ran out of steam after coming within a whisker of the mark at the end of l...
» 'Hungary unaffected by Ukrainian gas transit cut thanks to TurkStream pipeline'
25/11/24 03:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hungary is confident it will not be impacted by the impending halt in natural gas transit through Ukraine, thanks to the TurkStream pipeline, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has stated.
» Turkish firm to begin agricultural drone production in US
25/11/24 03:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Baibars Mechatronics Aviation, specializing in developing and supporting civilian rotary-wing drones, will begin production in the United States with financial backing from Japan.
» Climate finance's 'new era' shows new political realities
25/11/24 02:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rich countries' promise of $300 billion a year in climate finance brought fury at talks in Baku from poor nations that found it too paltry, but it also shows a shift in global political realities.
» UN chief slams landmine threat days after US decision to supply Ukraine
25/11/24 01:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.N. Secretary-General on Monday slammed the "renewed threat" of anti-personnel landmines, days after the United States said it would supply the weapons to Ukrainian forces battling Russia's invasion.
» G7 ministers to discuss Mideast, Ukraine
25/11/24 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
G7 foreign ministers on Monday are meeting near Rome for two days of talks with regional counterparts on the Middle East, before turning to Russia and the war in Ukraine.
» Rare Caravaggio shown to public in Rome exhibition
24/11/24 14:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
A rarely seen painting by Italian master Caravaggio, part of a private collection, was put on display on Nov. 23 to the public for the first time in an exhibition in Rome.
» Queen Amastris' city rises again
24/11/24 14:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Restoration work is being carried out to restore an approximately 2,000-year-old stoa structure (colonnaded gallery) from the Roman period, located in the ancient city of Amastris in the northern province of Bartın's Amasra district.
» 45 artifacts returned to Türkiye in 2024
24/11/24 14:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a significant stride against cultural property smuggling, Türkiye successfully repatriated 45 historical artifacts from abroad this year, reaffirming its commitment to preserving its rich heritage.
» Cher ‘shocked’ to discover her legal name
24/11/24 14:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Cher recalls a curious interlude from her rich and many-chaptered history in her new book “Cher: The Memoir, Part One.”
» Efforts underway to save Adıyaman’s rare floating islands
24/11/24 14:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities from the Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry and academics from various disciplines have joined forces to save the floating islands located in the southeastern city of Adıyaman’s Çelikhan Çat Dam in a bid to...
» Türkiye ranks second in number of universities in THE rankings
24/11/24 13:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
In the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025, Türkiye has secured the second position globally for the highest number of universities.
» AI software corrects mistakes in Turkish by foreign learners
24/11/24 13:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Scientists at Istanbul Technical University (İTÜ) have developed artificial intelligence software to identify and address Turkish language usage errors made by foreign learners.
» Two Israeli strikes hit south Beirut
24/11/24 11:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Lebanese state media reported two Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs on Sunday, about an hour after the Israeli military posted evacuation calls online for parts of the Hezbollah bastion.
» AKP sets regular congress for Feb 28
24/11/24 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) will hold its next regular congress on Feb. 28, according to media reports.
» Justice Ministry to introduce family mediation system
24/11/24 06:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is set to launch a family mediation system designed to support families during crises and resolve disputes amicably, Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç announced on Nov. 23.
» Ankara, Istanbul host outstanding educators on Teacher’s Day
24/11/24 06:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Exemplary educators from across Türkiye were invited to take part in special programs in Ankara and Istanbul, where they visited cultural and historical landmarks as part of the Education Ministry’s Teacher’s Day celebrations on Nov. 24.
» Erdoğan hails ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant
24/11/24 05:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has welcomed the recent International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister and former defense chief.
» Erdoğan, Putin discuss relations, regional issues
24/11/24 05:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone conversation with Russian leader Vladimir Putin on Nov. 24 to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments.
» Number of displaced people nears 1.9 mln in Lebanon
24/11/24 05:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
The number of displaced people in Lebanon due to Israel-Hezbollah conflict has surged to nearly 1.9 million since last October, shows a report by the Lebanon's Council of Ministers.
» NATO chief due in Türkiye for his first trip after taking office
24/11/24 05:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will be in Türkiye on Nov. 25 to hold talks with senior Turkish officials, including President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in his first official trip to Ankara after taking office on Oct. 1.
» Türkiye believes US will review its ties with YPG in N Syria
24/11/24 05:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's top diplomat has expressed confidence that the United States will reassess its relationship with the YPG in northern Syria, suggesting that a second Trump administration might even contemplate withdrawing U.S. troops from the a...
» The ultimate list
24/11/24 04:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Tonight, in Paris, the glamorous reception halls of the French Foreign Ministry at 37 Quai d'Orsay will sparkle with elegance. The special occasion is the annual award ceremony and gala dinner of La Liste, a leading world restaurant rati...
» Several cities embrace seaons’s first snowfall
24/11/24 04:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Winter has officially arrived in Türkiye, with residents across the country, including in Istanbul and Ankara, embracing the season's first snowfall, as it drapes the landscape in a pristine blanket of white.
» Philippine VP threatens to have the president assassinated
24/11/24 04:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Nov. 23 she has contracted an assassin to kill the president, his wife and the House of Representatives speaker if she herself is killed, in a brazen public threat that she warned was not a ...
» Mass rape trial sparks protests across France
24/11/24 04:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Tens of thousands demonstrated in major French cities on Nov. 23 against violence targeting women, as campaigners push for the country to learn from a mass rape trial that has shocked the public.
» 82 killed in three days of Pakistan sectarian violence
24/11/24 04:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Three days of bitter sectarian gunfights in northwestern Pakistan have killed at least 82 people and wounded 156 more, a local official said on Nov. 24.
» Call centers employ nearly 170,000 people: Study
24/11/24 04:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
The number of people employed at call centers in Türkiye has reached 167,620, according to a new report.
» EBRD President Renaud-Basso in Türkiye for talks
24/11/24 04:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) President Odile Renaud-Basso has embarked on a four-day visit to Türkiye, where she will engage in high-level meetings in Ankara and Istanbul.
» Türkiye can strengthen Europe’s green energy security: Minister
24/11/24 04:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye will strengthen Europe's energy security not only through natural gas but also by providing green energy, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said, noting Türkiye’s aim to increase installed renewable capacity to 120 gigawatt...
» Trump's mass deportation plan could end up hurting growth
24/11/24 04:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
President-elect Donald Trump's hardline immigration proposals, including a controversial mass deportation plan, could prove economically damaging, analysts say, with U.S. sectors that rely heavily on foreign workers like agriculture and ...
» Memorial ceremony held on 32nd anniversary of the Molln tragedy in Germany
24/11/24 02:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
A memorial ceremony was held in Molln in Germany's Schleswig-Holstein state, to commemorate Turkish nationals Bahide Arslan, Yeliz Arslan and Ayşe Yılmaz who were killed in a house set on fire by far-right extremists in 1992.
» Israel halts detention of settlers amid rising West Bank tensions
24/11/24 02:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
A Palestinian rights group said Saturday that a decision by Israel to stop issuing administrative detention against illegal settlers accused of attacking Palestinians in the West Bank "puts them above any legal accountability.”
» Developing nations slam 'paltry' $300 bn climate deal
24/11/24 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The world approved a bitterly negotiated climate deal Sunday but poorer nations most at the mercy of worsening disasters dismissed a $300 billion a year pledge from wealthy historic polluters as insultingly low.
» Trump names hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury chief
23/11/24 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Friday named billionaire Scott Bessent as his Treasury secretary, choosing the hedge fund manager to help execute an agenda promising tax cuts and tariffs.
» Putin vows more tests of nuke-capable missile fired at Ukraine
23/11/24 01:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday promised more combat test-firing of an experimental hypersonic missile launched at Ukraine, as Volodymyr Zelensky appealed for updated air-defense systems to meet the new threat.
» NATO chief Rutte to hold talks in Ankara next week
23/11/24 01:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit Ankara next week for high-level discussions with Turkish officials, the alliance announced in a press release on Friday.
» Osman Hamdi Bey’s painting sold in Paris
23/11/24 01:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Osman Hamdi Bey’s 1879 painting, titled “Gate of the Great Mosque, Bursa,” has been sold for 571,500 euros at an auction in Paris.
» A fresh eatery with timeless appeal
23/11/24 01:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Bardot exudes the very vibe of a trendy restaurant you'd find in New York, Paris, or London, with luxury and style that mirror Beymen’s sophisticated aesthetic, complemented by a thoughtfully curated menu to suit every taste.
» Oldest-known alphabet found
23/11/24 01:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Researchers have discovered evidence of what they say is the world’s oldest alphabet, believed to have existed in the Middle East hundreds of years earlier than other ancient scripts, New York Times has reported.
» Photos of Atatürk’s mourning ceremony in Anatolia unveiled
23/11/24 01:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rare photographs from the official mourning ceremony in Anatolia for modern Türkiye founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, held on Nov. 21, 1938, have surfaced, showcasing the nation's profound collective grief.
» Uludağ restaurant under scrutiny over 1,000-lira soup
23/11/24 01:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
A restaurant in Uludağ, Türkiye’s famous ski resort, is facing backlash after raising the price of its signature soup to 1,000 Turkish Liras ($29) per bowl — double the cost from just last winter.
» Türkiye 'neutralizes' nine PKK members in Iraq, Syria
22/11/24 09:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish forces have neutralized nine PKK members in northern Iraq and northern Syria, the Defense Ministry announced on Nov. 22.
» Türkiye will continue on path to energy independence, Erdoğan vows
22/11/24 08:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has vowed to steer Türkiye toward full energy independence, emphasizing the country’s dedication to harnessing its diverse resources.
» COP29 draft deal proposes rich nations give $250 bln in climate finance
22/11/24 07:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
A new draft deal at U.N. climate talks Friday proposes rich nations commit $250 billion a year to help poorer nations combat global warming in a bid to break the deadlocked negotiations.
» MPs pass reforms on internal security
22/11/24 07:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish parliament has enacted critical reforms addressing internal security, with heightened penalties for carrying unlicensed firearms standing out as a pivotal measure.
» More countries vow to arrest Netanyahu under ICC warrant
22/11/24 07:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Several countries, including France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland and Canada, have announced their intention to adhere to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on c...
» Record 281 aid workers killed in 2024, according to UN
22/11/24 06:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
A staggering 281 aid workers have been killed around the world so far this year, making 2024 the deadliest year for humanitarians, the U.N. aid chief said on Nov. 22.
» Russia says it 'derailed' Kiev's war plans for next year
22/11/24 06:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia said on Nov. 22 it had scuppered Kiev's military objectives for 2025 just after President Vladimir Putin issued a warning to the West by test-firing a new intermediate-range missile at Ukraine.
» Over 47 million foreign tourists visit Türkiye in 10 months
22/11/24 04:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign tourist arrivals in Türkiye increased by 7.03 percent year-on-year in January-October to 47.3 million, according to data from the Culture and Tourism Ministry on Nov. 22.
» Probe launched into journalists Altaylı, Saymaz
22/11/24 04:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into journalists Fatih Altaylı and İsmail Saymaz over their allegations about recent resignations by three lawmakers from the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP).
» Greece pushes green transition on its fragile islands
22/11/24 02:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Greece this week signed a clean energy deal with the EU in a bid to fast-track the green transition on its fragile islands threatened by overtourism and climate change.
» AI firms seek accords with publishing giants to maintain growth
22/11/24 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Publishing giants and generative artificial intelligence companies are striking deals that aim to both protect copyright and provide for the rapidly increasing needs of the AI industry.
» Competition authority launches probe into Mastercard, Visa
22/11/24 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Competition Board has initiated an investigation into global payment giants Mastercard and Visa over allegations of anti-competitive practices in Türkiye.
» Turkish defense company to empower Pakistani army
22/11/24 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish defense industry is set to strengthen Pakistan’s army by establishing production facilities, as a growing number of countries prioritize domestic manufacturing of defense products amid escalating global conflicts.
» Türkiye emerges as top destination for British golfers
22/11/24 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has become a popular destination for British golfers, according to U.K.-based golf tourism agency Par5 Escapes.
» Trump taps loyalist Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws
22/11/24 01:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump tapped Pam Bondi, a staunch ally who helped defend the ex-leader against impeachment, as U.S. attorney general on Thursday following firebrand Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal from the running.
» Rembrandt classic gets makeover
22/11/24 00:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Shielded from the public by glass panels and staring intently through microscopes, a team of specialists has started work restoring Rembrandt's “The Night Watch,” one of the most iconic paintings of the Dutch golden age.
» Headliners of Coachella 2025 announced
22/11/24 00:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Lady Gaga, Green Day and Post Malone will headline 2025's Coachella music and arts festival, organizers said on Nov. 20, while Travis Scott will play a special guest slot.
» Hagia Sophia restoration album republished
22/11/24 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Engravings showing the renovations of the Hagia Sophia Mosque by the Fossati brothers, who were appointed by Sultan Abdülmecid for the restoration, as well as its state before restoration, have been compiled into a book.
» Famed Turkish author Orhan Kemal’s house in Istanbul for sale
22/11/24 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
The house of Orhan Kemal, one of the masters of Turkish literature, located in the metropolis of Istanbul’s Fatih district, has been put on sale by the owner for 10 million Turkish Liras.
» Bodrum underwater museum nominated for top European award
22/11/24 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
The European Museum Forum (EMF) has nominated the southwestern province of Muğla’s Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology for the 2025 European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA), the Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has anno...
» Belarusian twins survive 4 days in Aladağlar by sheltering in tent
22/11/24 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Belarusian mountaineer sisters who went missing during an expedition in the Aladağlar mountain range were found alive after a grueling two-day search.
» New regulations announced for döner and burgers
22/11/24 00:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Trade Ministry has declared that gram weight information should be embedded in the tariff and pricing lists for hamburger, döner and İskender kebab in a bid to deliver customers comprehensive and explicit information.
» UN nuclear watchdog board passes resolution chiding Iran
22/11/24 00:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.N. nuclear watchdog's board of governors passed a resolution chiding Iran's poor cooperation with the agency after hours of heated exchanges, diplomats told AFP late on Thursday—a move Tehran called "politically motivated."
» New proposal awaited in Baku on climate finance deal
22/11/24 00:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Host Azerbaijan was set Friday to put forward a new proposal for a potentially major deal on climate financing, hoping to bridge gaps between rich and developing countries on the official last day of the COP29 talks.
» Putin hints at strikes on West in 'global' Ukraine war
22/11/24 00:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that the conflict in Ukraine had characteristics of a "global" war and did not rule out strikes on Western countries.
» Türkiye welcomes ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu as world leaders split over decision
22/11/24 00:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel and its allies denounced the International Criminal Court's decision to issue an arrest warrant Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as Türkiye—and rights groups—welcomed the move.
» ICC issues arrest warrants for Israeli Premier Netanyahu, Gallant, Deif
21/11/24 07:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a landmark move, the International Criminal Court on Thursday announced it had issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over war crimes it accuses them of carrying o...
» Iran launches efforts to relocate capital
21/11/24 06:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced the commencement of efforts to relocate the country's capital from Tehran to the southern borders, along the shores of the Persian Gulf.
» Türkiye unveils first domestic quantum computer
21/11/24 06:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has introduced its first domestically developed quantum computer, the result of 14 years of research by TOBB University of Economics and Technology in Ankara.
» Central Bank once again keeps interest rate on hold at 50 pct
21/11/24 06:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
As widely expected, the Turkish Central Bank has kept the key interest rate, the one-week repo auction rate, on hold for an eighth straight month at 50 percent.
» Kiev accuses Russia of launching intercontinental ballistic missile attack
21/11/24 06:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Kiev accused Russia of launching an intercontinental ballistic missile attack at Ukraine for the first time on Thursday but without a nuclear warhead in a new escalation of the conflict.
» Workers lock themselves inside mine in Ankara protest
21/11/24 05:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Some 500 workers have barricaded themselves inside their mine in the capital Ankara, staging a protest against the decision to privatize their workplace.
» MİT chief briefs CHP on counterterrorism efforts
21/11/24 05:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
National Intelligence Organization (MİT) chief İbrahim Kalın has briefed Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel and the party’s central executive board on the nation’s counterterrorism strategies.
» Türkiye condemns missile attack on cargo ship by Houthis
21/11/24 05:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has denounced a missile attack targeting a cargo ship in the Red Sea by Yemen's Houthi rebels, saying measures were being taken to prevent any such further incidents.
» Turkish students struggle to secure visas for Italian universities
21/11/24 05:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Around 1,000 Turkish students accepted to Italian universities are unable to attend due to delays and hurdles in their visa processing, local media has reported.
» UN-led global system suffered serious damage due to Israel’s massacres: Fidan
21/11/24 05:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel has killed more than 44,000 civilians in Gaza and left around 2 million Palestinians vulnerable in the face of mounting hunger and infectious diseases, the Turkish top diplomat has said, underlining that serious damage has been do...
» Icelandic village evacuated after new volcanic eruption
21/11/24 05:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
A fishing village and tourist hot spot in southwest Iceland was evacuated late Nov. 20 after a volcano erupted in the region for the seventh time in a year, officials said.
» India warns of 'further damage' to Canada ties
21/11/24 05:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
India warned Canada of "further damage" to already strained ties after Toronto's Globe and Mail newspaper alleged Prime Minister Narendra Modi knew about a purported campaign targeting Sikh activists.
» World still split over money as clock ticks on COP29
21/11/24 05:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
A fresh draft of a climate pact unveiled on Thursday at COP29 failed to break an impasse over money, with time running out for nations to reach a long-sought trillion-dollar finance agreement.
» Turkish households solely powered by wind and solar
21/11/24 04:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Electricity needs of all households in Türkiye are met with the electricity generated only from wind and solar power plants, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said.
» Number of EVs on Türkiye’s roads exceeds 150,000
21/11/24 04:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
The number of electric vehicles on Türkiye’s roads increased significantly in the past 10 months, reaching more than 150,000 as of the end of October.
» Indian billionaire Gautam Adani charged with fraud
21/11/24 02:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Indian businessman who is one of the world’s richest people has been indicted in the U.S. on charges he duped investors in a massive solar energy project in his home country by concealing that it was being facilitated by an alleged br...
» US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale
21/11/24 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. regulators want a federal judge to break up Google to prevent the company from continuing to squash competition through its dominant search engine after a court found it had maintained an abusive monopoly over the past decade.
» Musk outlines plans for mass cuts as Trump 'efficiency' czar
21/11/24 02:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
Elon Musk has outlined plans for his new role as "efficiency" czar, signaling an assault on federal spending and staffing that would be backed by President-elect Donald Trump's executive powers and a conservative Supreme Court.
» Türkiye’s leading startups to take stage at Slush 2024
21/11/24 01:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's leading startup firms will showcase their groundbreaking innovations at the prestigious Slush 2024 event in the Finnish capital Helsinki.
» Hezbollah says Israel 'cannot impose conditions' for truce
21/11/24 01:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hezbollah's leader delivered a defiant speech on Wednesday, saying Israel cannot impose conditions for a truce in Lebanon, as visiting U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein headed to Israel to try to negotiate an end to the war.
» US to allow Ukraine to use American-made anti-personnel mines
21/11/24 01:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced Wednesday that Ukraine would be permitted to use American-made anti-personnel mines to help it slow Russia's advances on the battlefield.
» Syria says 36 killed in Israeli strikes on Palmyra
21/11/24 01:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Syrian defense ministry said 36 people were killed and more than 50 wounded Wednesday in Israeli air strikes on the city of Palmyra, renowned for its ancient ruins.
» At least 88 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes in northern Gaza
21/11/24 01:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 88 Palestinians were killed in two Israeli airstrikes on residential areas in the northern Gaza Strip early Thursday, with ordinary citizens and hospital staff assisting in transporting the injured and dead to hospitals after Is...
» Women from different professions unite to form orchestra
20/11/24 12:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Ankara Women's Orchestra, composed of women from diverse age groups and professions, performs concerts for female audiences, showcasing a rich repertoire spanning various languages and styles.
» Duo Blanc & Noir continues Türkiye tour
20/11/24 11:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish pianist duo Duo Blanc & Noir will bring the world-famous classical music pieces to the stage tonight in İzmir
» Kestros Fountain in Perge starts flowing after 1,800 years
20/11/24 11:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Kestros Fountain, one of the important structures in the ancient city of Perge, has met with water again after nearly 1,800 years
» Istanbul may see season’s first snowfall this weekend
20/11/24 11:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
A winter chill is expected to sweep across Türkiye this weekend, with temperatures likely to drop and sleet and snow possibly blanketing Istanbul on Nov. 23, giving children the long-awaited chance to engage in snowball fights, sledding ...
» Parliament initiates ‘Children’s Movement’ to tackle challenges facing children
20/11/24 11:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Deputies from various political parties launched the "Children's Movement" through joint efforts in a bid to offer solutions for the issues that children confront.
» Concerns mount over counterfeit dollar bills
20/11/24 11:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish market has been increasingly unsettled in recent weeks by rising concerns over the circulation of counterfeit $50 and $100 bills.
» Two municipal administrators in Ankara suspended
20/11/24 11:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two senior officials from the Ankara Municipality have been temporarily suspended amid an investigation into payments for a public concert.
» Erdoğan warns of ‘new, bigger war’ after US missile decision
20/11/24 07:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
A recent decision by the United States to allow Ukraine to use the long-range American missiles against Russia may trigger a new and bigger war, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has warned, urging all relevant parties to act carefully and ...
» Wealthy nations pledge 'no new coal' at COP29
20/11/24 04:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Twenty-five countries at the COP29 climate summit Wednesday pledged not to build any new unabated coal-power plants, in a push to accelerate the phaseout of the highly polluting fossil fuel.
» Kremlin says US 'doing everything' to prolong 'war' in Ukraine
20/11/24 04:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia on Wednesday accused the U.S. of prolonging the "war in Ukraine" by stepping up weapons deliveries to Kiev ahead of Donald Trump entering the White House.
» Japan ramps up tech ambitions with $65 billion for AI, chips
20/11/24 03:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Japan is readying a $65-billion push in microchips and artificial intelligence aimed at reclaiming its status as a global tech leader and meeting the urgent challenges of its ageing, shrinking population.
» Türkiye hosts 1.7 million cruise passengers in January-October
20/11/24 03:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye hosted 1.7 million cruise passengers in the first 10 months of the year, the Transport and Infrastructure Ministry has announced.
» Ankara, Baku to strengthen green energy cooperation: Azerbaijani minister
20/11/24 03:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
Azerbaijan and Türkiye will take steps to strengthen their cooperation in green energy, the former's energy minister told state-run Anadolu at the U.N. climate change conference COP29 being held in Baku.
» Trump appoints 'Dr. Oz' to key US health post, taps McMahon as education secretary
20/11/24 03:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he was appointing Mehmet Oz, renowned Turkish-American cardiac ex-surgeon and TV celebrity known as "Dr. Oz," to lead the United States' massive public health insurance program as he nominated Linda Mc...
» Trump appoints 'Dr. Oz' to key US health post
20/11/24 03:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he was appointing Mehmet Öz, renowned Turkish-American cardiac ex-surgeon and TV celebrity known as "Dr. Oz," to lead the United States' massive public health insurance program as he nominated Linda Mc...
» 'I have left a legacy': Nadal retires from tennis
20/11/24 02:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup.
» Türkiye aims to boost trade with Africa to $50 billion
20/11/24 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye aims to step up its bilateral trade with the African continent to $50 billion, nearly 10 times the 2003 figure of $5.4 billion, Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has said.
» UN to vote again on Gaza ceasefire, US plans unclear
20/11/24 02:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote on Wednesday on a new draft resolution urging a ceasefire in Gaza, reflecting ongoing efforts to prompt an end to the current conflict.
» Erdoğan urges NATO to address Russia's nuclear policy shift
20/11/24 01:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called on NATO to focus on Russia's recent amendments to its nuclear policy.
» Türkiye's Bayraktar TB3 sets aviation milestone with short deck launch
20/11/24 01:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) achieved a milestone in aviation history by becoming the first drone to take off and land successfully on a short-deck ship.
» 'Sabotage' suspected after two Baltic Sea cables cut
20/11/24 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two telecommunications cables cut in the Baltic Sea in 48 hours prompted European officials to say Tuesday that they suspect "sabotage" and "hybrid warfare" linked to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
» Russia vows response after Ukraine fires long-range US missiles
20/11/24 00:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia warned on Tuesday that it would respond after Ukraine fired longer-range U.S. missiles at its territory for the first time, as President Vladimir Putin issued a nuclear threat on the 1,000th day of the war.
» Italy aims to ease visa process for Turkish students amid delays
20/11/24 00:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Italy is working to increase the number of staff at its consulates to expedite the visa application process, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Tuesday.
» Blinken praises Türkiye's diplomatic efforts to resolve regional conflicts
20/11/24 00:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the sidelines of the G20 conference in Rio de Janeiro, underscoring the importance of Türkiye's role in advancing diplomatic solutions to pressing...
» Anatolian Opera and Ballet Festival launched
19/11/24 23:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Anatolian Opera and Ballet Festival is set to debut on Dec. 7 in the southeastern Anatolian province of Şırnak, Tan Sağtürk, the director general and artistic director of the State Opera and Ballet (DOB), has announced.
» Phone doc details Afghan women's struggle
19/11/24 23:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
A rare inside account of the Taliban authorities' impact on Afghan women hits screens next week with the smartphone-filmed documentary "Bread & Roses."
» Cairo: Timeless tapestry of history and modernity
19/11/24 23:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Cairo, the capital and largest city of Egypt, home to over 25 percent of the country’s population, is a vibrant metropolis blending ancient history, Islamic heritage, and modern energy. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural ...
» Greece may extend fast-track visa for Turkish citizens in 2025
19/11/24 14:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Greek authorities have initiated efforts to extend the visa-on-arrival scheme for Turkish citizens visiting 10 islands, just before the program’s scheduled conclusion at the end of 2024, Turkish media has reported.
» Erdoğan hopes for 'bolder steps' toward peace from US
19/11/24 14:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Tuesday expressed his hope that once in office, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's administration will take "bolder, more prudent, and more supportive steps on the path to peace."
» Bahçeli says 'no disagreement' with Erdoğan
19/11/24 07:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has dismissed speculation about a rift with his alliance partner, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
» 7 MPs face immunity revocation motions
19/11/24 06:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities have submitted motions to the parliamentary presidency seeking the revocation of legislative immunity for seven deputies, including one from the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP).
» Over 200 children killed in Lebanon in under two months
19/11/24 06:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.N. said on Tuesday that over 200 children have been killed in Lebanon in the less than two months since Israel escalated its attacks targeting Hezbollah.
» Türkiye, Italy share sensitivity for Med stability: Italian senator
19/11/24 06:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Italy are aware of the importance of the stability in the Mediterranean, the head of the Italian Senate’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee said on Tuesday.
» Mass looting of aid trucks worsens food crisis in Gaza
19/11/24 06:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United Nations has suffered its worst loss of humanitarian aid in Gaza as desperately needed food was stolen from 98 out of 109 trucks over the weekend, worsening the food crisis in the Palestinian territory.
» Ukraine vows no surrender, Kremlin issues nuke threat on 1,000th day of war
19/11/24 04:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukraine said Tuesday that its forces would never surrender to Russia, 1,000 days after Moscow launched its brutal invasion, while the Kremlin also pledged victory and escalated its nuclear saber-rattling.
» Statements unveil scope of health care fraud as Türkiye follows trial
19/11/24 04:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Health care workers continued to deliver testimonies on the second day of a landmark trial closely followed across Türkiye, with their statements lying bare the harrowing extent of a social security fraud scheme that allegedly led to the...
» Iran slams new EU, UK sanctions as 'unjustified'
19/11/24 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran's foreign ministry on Tuesday slammed the new sanctions by the European Union and Britain against Tehran over its support for Russia's war on Ukraine as unjustified.
» ECB says Trump budget plans could fuel market tensions
19/11/24 02:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
The vice president of the European Central Bank has said that Donald Trump's spending plans risked inflating the U.S. government's budgetary deficit and spreading worries on markets.
» US to call for Google to sell Chrome browser: report
19/11/24 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. will urge a judge to make Google-parent company Alphabet sell its widely used Chrome browser in a major antitrust crackdown on the internet giant, according to a media report.
» Limpet fossil reveals earthquake-prone areas of Istanbul
19/11/24 01:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
A 10-million-year-old Miocene fossil limpet that was discovered some 15 years ago in Istanbul offers insight into the parts of the city that are most vulnerable to a potential large-scale Marmara earthquake, an expert has pointed out.
» Alcoholic beverage sector faces tax scrutiny
19/11/24 01:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Treasury and Finance Ministry is set to tighten its grip on the alcoholic beverage sector through intensified tax inspections.
» Woman adds 230 new words to Turkish Sign Language
19/11/24 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Born to hearing-impaired parents and raised using sign language in Safranbolu, 29-year-old Sibel Kaya, once mistakenly believed to be deaf herself, has transformed communication for Türkiye's hearing-impaired community by adding 230 new ...
» Monumental fountain restored in Sagalassos
19/11/24 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Excavation and restoration efforts are ongoing to restore the 1,892-year-old Hadrian’s Fountain, one of the monumental fountains in the ancient city of Sagalassos, situated in the southern province of Burdur's Ağlasun district.
» Gaziantep Castle will open for visitors at the end of the year
19/11/24 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Gaziantep Castle, severely damaged in the devastating Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes on Feb. 6, 2023, is set to reopen to visitors by the end of the year following extensive reinforcement and restoration efforts.
» Türkiye to invest $80 billion in renewables in next decade
19/11/24 01:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
The total amount of major investment drive for electricity generation from renewable energy will be around $80 billion in the next 11 to 12 years, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said.
» Inflation to decline significantly next year: VP Cevdet Yılmaz
19/11/24 01:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The decline in inflation is expected to continue in the coming period, Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has said, noting that annual inflation has fallen by 27 points in the past four months.
» Türkiye backs Iraq's Development Road project: Trade minister
19/11/24 01:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Trade Minister Ömer Bolat on Monday expressed Türkiye's strong backing for Iraq's Great Development Road Project, a ambitious initiative aimed at revolutionizing regional connectivity.
» EU foreign ministers reject suspension of Israel dialogue
19/11/24 01:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
European Union foreign ministers decided Monday at a meeting in Brussels to reject a proposal by foreign policy chief Josep Borrell to suspend the bloc’s diplomatic dialogue with Israel.
» Trump confirms plan to use military for mass deportation
19/11/24 01:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
President-elect Donald Trump confirmed Monday that he plans to declare a national emergency on border security and use the U.S. military to carry out a mass deportation of undocumented migrants.
» Divided G20 fails to agree on climate, Ukraine
19/11/24 00:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
G20 leaders failed on Monday to break a deadlock in U.N. climate talks at a summit in Rio that was dominated by divergences over the war in Ukraine and Donald Trump's impending return to the White House.
» Kremlin vows 'response' if Ukraine fires US missiles into Russia
19/11/24 00:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Kremlin accused U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday of escalating the 1,000-day-old war in Ukraine, promising a "palpable" response to any use of U.S. long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia.
» Hong Kong court jails 45 democracy campaigners on subversion charges
19/11/24 00:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
A Hong Kong court on Tuesday jailed all 45 defendants convicted in the city's largest trial under its sweeping national security law, with "mastermind" Benny Tai receiving the longest term of 10 years.
» Intel chief to visit main opposition HQs
19/11/24 00:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel has revealed that National Intelligence Organization (MİT) chief İbrahim Kalın will visit the party headquarters this week to deliver a presentation.
» Oath by cadets discredited army: Defense officials
19/11/24 00:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Defense sources have said the contentious oath taken by cadets at a National Defense University (MSÜ) graduation ceremony discredited the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK).
» Erdoğan reiterates call for ceasefire in Gaza at G20 Summit
18/11/24 15:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has reiterated his call for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza during his speech on Nov. 18 at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
» Erdoğan attends G20 in Brazil, plans talks on Mideast
18/11/24 07:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived in Brazil on Nov. 17 to attend the G20 summit, with the Turkish leader set to engage in bilateral talks with several of his counterparts.
» ‘Newborn gang’ goes on trial for Istanbul health care fraud scheme
18/11/24 07:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
In the opening trial on Nov. 18, an Istanbul court heard the testimonies of health workers accused of being part of a gang responsible for the deaths of 10 infants in an alleged scheme to defraud Türkiye’s social security system.
» EU must put pressure on Israel over Gaza: Borrell
18/11/24 06:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
The EU foreign policy chief on Monday stressed the need to “put pressure on the Israeli government” and Hamas to achieve peace in the Middle East and end the war in the Gaza Strip.
» Biden 'fueling' tensions by allowing missile strikes: Kremlin
18/11/24 06:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Kremlin said Monday that U.S. President Joe Biden's outgoing administration will further inflame tensions by allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia.
» Thousands march through Athens to mark student uprising
18/11/24 06:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Around 25,000 people marched through Athens over the weekend in closely watched demonstrations to mark the 51st anniversary of the pro-democracy uprising that helped topple military rule in Greece.
» Ankara denies Hamas move to Türkiye from Qatar
18/11/24 06:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ankara has denied reports from the Israeli media that Hamas political leadership has moved to Türkiye from Qatar.
» India's capital shuts schools because of smog
18/11/24 04:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
India's capital New Delhi switched schools to online classes on Monday until further notice because of worsening toxic smog, the latest bid to ease the sprawling megacity's health crisis.
» Short-term external debt at $176 billion as of September
18/11/24 03:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s short-term external debt stock inched up 0.1 percent from the end of 2023 to $176.4 billion as of September, the Central Bank has said.
» Problems in Europe spell troubles for Turkish carmakers
18/11/24 03:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
Troubles in the European auto market are posing risks to Turkish carmakers, according to Cengiz Eroldu, the president of the Automotive Manufacturers’ Association.
» Home prices down 15 percent in real terms in October: Data
18/11/24 03:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
The residential property price index (RPPI) rose by 26.8 percent annually in nominal terms in October, but home prices declined by 14.7 percent year-on-year in real terms, data from the Central Bank has shown.
» In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlight on Israeli hostages
04/11/23 03:34 from The Times of Israel
From around the country, artists come to city's museum square to paint victims held in Gaza, in the hopes of drumming up support -- and one day gifting portraits to their owners The post In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlig...
» 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-Palestinian rally in London
04/11/23 03:16 from The Times of Israel
Prosecutors say there's reasonable suspicion the suspects are supporters of Hamas terror group; UK's PM Sunak slams plan for pro-Palestinian protest on Remembrance Day The post 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-P...
» Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts as troops push into Gaza
04/11/23 02:17 from The Times of Israel
Fortified structure has molecular lab, air-filtration system to let staff work even during chemical or biological warfare, safe room to shield against severe missile threats The post Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts...
» As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitism, some non-Jews put them up
04/11/23 00:29 from The Times of Israel
'This is the most beautiful thing anybody has ever said to me,' California rabbi says of offer by neighbors to affix mezuzahs, calls the one at his home 'the security system' The post As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitis...
» NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance on Israel-Hamas war criticized
03/11/23 23:11 from The Times of Israel
Facing potential primary, Jamaal Bowman invites constituents to sit-down on antisemitism that rabbi says no one will attend: 'The relationship with him has hit rock bottom' The post NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance o...
» IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza as offensive pushes ahead
03/11/23 22:28 from The Times of Israel
Israel has ‘significantly refined’ battle plans against Hamas, says Biden official * Blinken to meet with Arab FMs in Amman * IDF death toll in ground op at 24 The post IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza ...
» Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘serious humanitarian situation’ in Gaza
03/11/23 22:12 from The Times of Israel
Despite move, which follows protests by several other Latin American nations, Honduran FM says ties with Israel stable and that diplomats and staff remain at embassy in Jerusalem The post Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘...
» German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the river to the sea’ post
03/11/23 21:36 from The Times of Israel
Mainz gives boot to Anwar El Ghazi as prosecutors investigate him for 'disturbing public peace by condoning criminal acts in conjunction with incitement to hatred' The post German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the rive...
» Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US official
03/11/23 21:03 from The Times of Israel
Israeli officials say inspectors uncovered oxygen concentrators for tunnels used by Palestinian terror groups inside truck carrying aid to Strip The post Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US officia...
» Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising antisemitism worldwide
03/11/23 19:29 from The Times of Israel
National Security Council calls on citizens to 'weigh the essentiality' of planned trips before departing, avoid outward displays of their Jewish and Israeli identities The post Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising an...
» In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her traumatic Indigenous past
03/11/23 19:13 from The Times of Israel
Airing weekly in the US through Nov. 16, the show draws on the experiences of co-creator Jennifer Podemski, a victim of the 'Sixties Scoop' torn from her mother's arms The post In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her tra...
» Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return
03/11/23 17:42 from The Times of Israel
Rally included display of an empty Shabbat table, dolls awaiting captive children and protesters wearing red eye coverings The post Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return appeared first on The T...
» IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terror operatives, destroys tunnels
03/11/23 16:33 from The Times of Israel
Military says it struck ambulance carrying Hamas cell: 'They transfer terror operatives and weapons in ambulances'; WHO 'shocked' as footage shows dead civilians The post IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terr...
» Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike nearby may have caused debris
03/11/23 16:21 from The Times of Israel
French news agency's eight staff had evacuated south and so the bureau was empty when explosive projectile smashed in, apparently moving horizontally from east to west The post Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike near...
» Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip
03/11/23 15:44 from The Times of Israel
Israel was slowly increasing number of Gazans with work permits in recent months, a strategy shattered by the Hamas massacres The post Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip appeared first on The Times ...
» First in Israel: Mastectomy performed completely by 'hands' of a robot
17/11/21 04:38 from JPost.com - Front Page
A robot-assisted surgery was completed in Israel using the Da Vinci surgical system, by which the surgeon sits at a console and controls the robot.
» Vietnam police summon noodle seller after 'Salt Bae' parody video
17/11/21 04:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Last week, Gokce uploaded a video of himself feeding Vietnam's Minister of Public Security, To Lam, gold leaf encrusted steak at his London restaurant.
» US envoy visits Saudi Arabia, Bahrain for talks on Iran, Yemen
17/11/21 04:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
US Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking will discuss concerns over Iran and peace efforts for Yemen with the Iran-aligned Houthi movement.
» Nefesh B’Nefesh inaugurates new aliyah campus in Jerusalem
17/11/21 04:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
The central motif of the structure’s design is the desire to highlight the significance of modern Zionism and Aliyah, while serving as a welcoming environment for those being hosted in the building.
» Oil pipeline explodes in Iranian village - report
17/11/21 02:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
The pipeline in southern Iran exploded due to old infrastructure and wear and tear. It is currently unknown whether there are any casualties.
» US signs $1 billion deal for COVID-19 antibody drug
17/11/21 02:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
The treament, developed by GSK and Vir Biotechnology, has shown to cut the risk of hospitalization or death by 79% in adults with mild-to-moderate COVID-19.
» West Bank outpost evacuated, three arrested in protests
17/11/21 01:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
Some 50 right-wing protesters, mostly settlers, attempted to impede the evacuation of Geulat Zion.
» Israel To Build First Tech Park for Arab Sector
17/11/21 00:45 from JPost.com - Front Page
About $6.8 million will be invested in the park in Nazareth as part of efforts to increase the number of Israeli Arabs working in the country’s booming tech industry
» Netflix’s ‘The Club’ offers a rare portrait of Turkish Jews
16/11/21 23:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
It’s not just Jews who are watching either, as the show has become popular across a large swath of Turkish society.
» Welfare Ministry data shows increase in reports of domestic violence
16/11/21 23:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
In honor of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women released their annual data of domestic violence.
» EU, Peres Center, Frontier RNG hold roundtable on desertification
16/11/21 22:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The topic in question is especially relevant, as desertification has worsened in recent years due to climate change reducing rainfall and making air hotter and drier.
» 5 things moms can do to stay calm when parenting gets rough
16/11/21 22:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
How can we not go crazy? Here’s advice for moms on really challenging days.
» Buy this Catskills bungalow colony and own a piece of the Borscht Belt
16/11/21 22:03 from JPost.com - Front Page
Hasidic and yeshivish Jews are known to spend their summers
» Budapest’s new $30m Holocaust museum sits in limbo
16/11/21 21:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
The story of the museum, whose temporary name is the House of Fates, underlines how the legacy of the Holocaust keeps Jews from being fully integrated into Hungarian society.
» SPCA Israel seeks funds to replace X-ray machine in 24/7 vet clinic
16/11/21 21:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The X-ray machine has broken down after being in use for 23 years. A replacement costs around NIS 110,000.
» The Sephardic Spice Girls helped me connect with my Jewish roots
16/11/21 21:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sharon and Rachel, aka the Sephardic Spice Girls (@sephardicspicegirls), are a cooking duo who run an Instagram account by the same name.
» On This Day: COVID-19 patient zero reportedly diagnosed in China in 2019
16/11/21 20:33 from JPost.com - Front Page
According to this report, which was widely cited by other media outlets though never independently confirmed, the first COVID-19 patient was an unidentified 55-year-old from China's Hubei province.
» ‘Chess4Solidarity’ chess tournament celebrated by Lapid, UNESCO
16/11/21 19:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Over 500 people from all around the globe participated in the tournament, which was held virtually.
» Lithuania halts construction of bike path near Holocaust mass grave
16/11/21 19:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
In Šiauliai, which was home to Lithuania’s second-largest Jewish population before the Holocaust, the future of the bike path is uncertain.
» Israel fires missiles towards building south of Damascus - report
16/11/21 19:09 from JPost.com - Front Page
One of the missiles was shot down and no losses were reportedly caused.
» Chaim Walder's books removed from Eichler's over rape allegations
16/11/21 18:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
Women have alleged that ultra-Orthodox author Chaim Walder would regularly rape them at ages 12 and 15.
» Dianna Feinstein could be 1st Jew to be 3rd in line for US presidency
16/11/21 18:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The retirement of Patrick Leahy sets the stage for Feinstein's election to be president pro tempore of the US Senate.
» Plaques give context to Dutch cemetery where Nazis buried near WWII victims
16/11/21 18:35 from JPost.com - Front Page
New plaques were unveiled, acknowledging that it is the burial place of war criminals.
» Man threatens to burn down Queens bagel shop over Israeli flags
16/11/21 17:53 from JPost.com - Front Page
Queens is home to an estimated 200,000 of New York City’s staggering 1.1 million Jewish residents.
» Pfizer files for US authorization of COVID-19 pill
16/11/21 17:13 from JPost.com - Front Page
The oral drug could be a promising new weapon in the fight against the pandemic, as it can be taken as an early at-home treatment.
» Second suspect arrested in espionage case in Sweden - report
16/11/21 16:52 from JPost.com - Front Page
A second suspect was arrested in a case concerning espionage in Sweden, with the first suspect being a state official working in security.
» Poland's police arrest 3 in connection to antisemitic book burning rally
16/11/21 16:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yair Lapid: “The horrific antisemitic incident in Poland reminds every Jew in the world of the strength of hatred that exists in the world.”
» 86-year-old crowned 'Miss Holocaust Survivor' in Israeli pageant
16/11/21 14:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
Ten contestants - ranging in age from 79 to 90 - trod the catwalk at a museum in the city of Haifa an annual Israeli beauty pageant designed to honor women who endured the horrors of the Nazis.
» Photos of IDF officials meeting with Arab nation counterparts are important - editorial
16/11/21 14:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israeli Air Force commander Mag.-Gen. Amikam Norkin was photographed at the Dubai Air Show with the commander of the UAE Air Force.
» Sudan's future is entangled in their connection with Israel - opinion
16/11/21 14:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
Blinken asked Israel to encourage the Sudanese military to restore the country to stability after the Sudanese coup.
» Biden, Xi discuss how to 'align' stances on Iran nuclear issue
16/11/21 14:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
The US-Iranian talks are indirect, with officials from the other nations shuttling between them, because Iran refuses direct contact with US officials.
» UNRWA chief: We face collapse from political attacks and lack of funds
16/11/21 13:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
To date, UNRWA services 5.7 million Palestinian refugees in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Gaza, the West Bank and east Jerusalem.
» US ambassador to UN visits Gaza, Lebanon borders
16/11/21 12:55 from JPost.com - Front Page
Erdan said he thinks that next time the US ambassador has to speak about Israel in the UN Security Council, she will surely remember this trip.
» When leaks harm prosecution of Netanyahu - analysis
16/11/21 12:34 from JPost.com - Front Page
Even if leaks are bad in general, there is some history and basis for leaks to the media to prevent the most powerful authorities of a nation from covering up their allegedly illegal activities.
» Iran restarts nuke parts production at facility Mossad accused of blowing up - report
16/11/21 12:27 from JPost.com - Front Page
Centrifuges enrich uranium for potentially making a nuclear weapon, and some of Iran's more advanced models can speed up that process by a rate of four to five times compared to older models.
» UK Labour leader denounces ‘anti-Zionist antisemitism’
16/11/21 12:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Opposition and British Labour leader says party is opposed to BDS, denounces anti-Zionism as ‘antithesis of Labour tradition’
» Iranian president claims country's frozen assets abroad were released
16/11/21 11:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi announced that the country's resources in other countries had been unblocked.
» Unvaccinated relatives eligible to enter for weddings - in principle
16/11/21 11:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
While the change in regulations is a positive development, the problems persist, according to former MK Dov Lipman.
» New Knesset subcommittee to address impact of environment on public health
16/11/21 10:39 from JPost.com - Front Page
The subcommittee will be headed by MK Prof. Alon Tal, a long-term climate advocate and will operate under the Health Committee headed by Idit Silman.
» ‘Kosher’ cellphone service faces day of reckoning
16/11/21 10:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Rabbinically supervised cellphone services have created a control mechanism used for societal purposes and commercial interests which Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel seeks to break up.
» Dismay in Jerusalem as Turkish interior minister calls Israeli couple spies
16/11/21 10:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
Consuls bring them supplies as prosecution prepares case for trial during 20-day remand.
» Sandbar sharks travel furthest than ever tracked
16/11/21 09:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sandbar sharks are known to have traveled to Cyprus and Egypt, but they were recently tracked in Sicily.
» Bennett: No matter what happens with Iran talks, we'll defend ourselves
16/11/21 09:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
PM Naftali Bennett and DM Benny Gantz stressed that Israel will defend itself, no matter what happens between Iran and the world powers.
» No matter how old you are, two shots of Pfizer vaccine don’t last – study
16/11/21 09:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
People’s ages had no effect on the vaccine’s waning, meaning that the vaccine waned for everyone and not just older people.
» Haskell proposes legalizing poker in Israel
16/11/21 08:50 from JPost.com - Front Page
The Education Committee head said children need to learn more about the Holy site.
» Shin Bet head Ronen Bar met with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah
16/11/21 05:30 from JPost.com - Front Page
Shin Bet head Ronen Bar reportedly visited Ramallah last week in order to discuss Hamas' attempt to deepen its influence and destabilize the region, two months after a similar visit by Gantz.
» Seleucid fortress destroyed by Hasmonean army revealed ahead of Hanukkah
16/11/21 04:12 from JPost.com - Front Page
The remains of a Hellenistic building were found in Israel’s Shephelah region.
» Israel’s next-gen robots could replace ground troops on front lines
16/11/21 03:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Elbit Systems and Roboteam have released the ROOK UGV, which will support infantry in a number of frontline roles.
» Israel's Energy Minister says UAE oil pipeline deal should be scrapped
16/11/21 02:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Energy Minister Karin Elharrar said on Tuesday that the deal with partners from the UAE to transport oil from the Gulf to Europe via Israel should be canceled due to environmental concerns.
» Satellites, ships in crosshairs: Are Russia, China running circles around US? - analysis
16/11/21 02:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Russia is carrying out missile tests on satellites and China has built mock US aircraft carriers for target practice. Are these threats to the US?
» Palestinian killed during clashes with IDF in West Bank
16/11/21 02:01 from JPost.com - Front Page
The PIJ and Hamas both claimed that the killed Palestinian was a member of their movements.
» Michael Flynn calls for US to have only 'one religion'
15/11/21 21:26 from JPost.com - Front Page
ADL and AJC have joined numerous groups and individuals in condemning the call by Michael Flynn.
» Could wormholes be used for future space travel? A new study explains
15/11/21 18:50 from JPost.com - Front Page
A theory proposed in a new study suggests wormholes, if they exist, might be more stable than previously thought.
» Can Israel's vaccine end the COVID-19 pandemic?
15/11/21 13:29 from JPost.com - Front Page
Brilife is a vector-based vaccine. The vaccine takes the vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) and genetically engineers to express the spike protein of the novel coronavirus on its envelope.
» Russia puts ISS at risk with debris generated by anti-satellite missile
15/11/21 12:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The US State Department expressed outrage after a Russian anti-satellite missile test generated debris which put the ISS at risk.
» Why does Israel keep on screwing up COVID travel rules? – analysis
15/11/21 11:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
A travel rules blunder involving the Sputnik vaccine just highlights how much the country does not appear interested in learning its lessons.
» The Hess-7 complex: Your doorstep to Jerusalem bliss
15/11/21 03:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
» Opposition responsible for toxic Knesset discourse, physical threats on MKs - opinion
14/11/21 14:36 from JPost.com - Front Page
The Jewish opposition (excluding the Joint List) is by far much more to blame than the coalition for escalating threats and attacks on MKs.
» Lackluster COP26 deal shows Israel can 'continue to falter'
14/11/21 12:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
The last-minute changes made to the Glasgow Climate Pact have Israeli activists worried as Israel continues to make insufficient climate progress.
» Oh deer! Archaeologists reveal culinary taste of prehistoric Israelis
14/11/21 11:09 from JPost.com - Front Page
New research on animal remains in Qesem Cave suggests that early humans selected their hunting grounds based on their gastronomic preferences and need for specific supplies.
» Israeli tech helps diabetics manage sugar levels, eat what they want
14/11/21 07:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
An Israeli company developed a system that uses artificial intelligence to predict people with diabetes' blood sugar response to foods, enabling them to manage their sugar levels more efficiently.
» Archaeologists discover 'slave room' at Pompeii
13/11/21 22:16 from JPost.com - Front Page
Pompeii is famous historically for being an ancient city that was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It was reportedly home to about 13,000 people.
» Birds' bodies in Amazon Rainforest change due to climate change - study
13/11/21 19:05 from JPost.com - Front Page
The study included data on more than 15,000 individual birds over a large range of the rainforest that was analyzed, weighed, captured, and later released bank into the wild.
» Is Iran downplaying Iranian helicopter buzzing a US naval ship?
13/11/21 13:59 from JPost.com - Front Page
A recent video lasting 42 seconds shows an Iranian helicopter flying close to a US ship.
» Shuli Rand's marriage of additional wife highlights inequality - women's orgs
13/11/21 10:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
"Women refused a get (Jewish divorce document) don't have a magical permit that allows for a second marriage if the husband refuses to let go."
» Here is what the future holds for Israel-Egypt relations - opinion
13/11/21 09:26 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israeli-Egyptian relations withstood several crises resulting from regional storms since they signed the peace agreement.
» UNRWA - the worst thing that ever happened to Palestinians - opinion
13/11/21 09:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
UNRWA still remains possibly the most human rights abusing institution funded by the international community.
» Israel can also be Climate Innovation Nation - opinion
13/11/21 09:01 from JPost.com - Front Page
The challenge facing us is how to deliver cuts in emissions and simultaneously deliver economic incentives for everyone involved.
» New COVID variant found in France: Reason for panic or not quite yet?
13/11/21 06:14 from JPost.com - Front Page
The spike protein of the variant known as B.1.640 has some unprecedented mutations.
» 5 things you need to know about olive oil
13/11/21 04:07 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yes, it's healthy, but what don't you know about excellent extra virgin olive oil?
» Harvey's BBQ in downtown Jerusalem is incomparable
11/11/21 13:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
Harvey, who ran Gabriel on nearby Shimon ben Shetah Street for a dozen years before turning it into Harvey’s, says he’s pleased with the new location – and on the night we went, it was buzzing!
» Shalem Tower - a peaceful oasis in the heart of Jerusalem
10/11/21 13:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
» Five must-see ancient theatres in Turkey
06/08/21 00:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
As the lands of Turkey hosted numerous civilizations and empires for thousands of years, the country still carries traces of history. There are more than 50 unearthed ancient theaters in Anatolian lands, remaining from the Greek and Roma...
» 10 hidden beauties of Turkey for an isolated vacation
09/07/20 00:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey, with its abundance of natural and cultural heritages, is a place where tourists from all over the world can spend their holiday, whether it is an adventurous one or a calm one. While the Anatolian lands host millions of tourists ...
» Academics spending more than 30 years in ancient excavation area
30/04/20 00:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
As 2020 was declared the Year of Patara, interest increased in the ancient city, located between the resort districts of Kaş and Fethiye
» The life of Whitney Houston to be made into feature film
24/04/20 00:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Oscar-nominated screenwriter behind “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “The Two Popes” has been lined up to write and co-produce a new feature film on the life of Whitney Houston, U.S. media reported April 22.
» Beyoncé, Gaga offer hope at all-star event fighting COVID-19
19/04/20 04:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, Shawn Mendes and others sang classic songs brimmed with messages of hope and change during a TV special aimed at fighting the coronavirus, while Beyoncé and Alicia Keys spoke passionately about how the vi...
» Handwritten 'Hey Jude' lyrics sell for $910,000
12/04/20 04:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
A sheet of paper bearing Paul McCartney's handwritten lyrics to "Hey Jude" sold for $910,000 in an online auction held on April 10 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' historic split.