Türkiye launches first quantum computer to boost tech innovation
Thursday, November 21,2024,07:35
Türkiye's first quantum computer, developed by TOBB ETÜ, begins operation today, boosting the country's tech capabilities in areas like AI, cryptography, and defense. The launch aims to foster innovation... Click to continue .. read more..
COP29 draft deal gives less clarity on key issue of financial aid
Thursday, November 21,2024,07:34
The presidency of the U.N. Climate Conference (COP29) unveiled on Thursday a draft deal aimed at determining the financial contributions wealthier countries should make to help poo... .. read more..
Indian billionaire Adani accused of $265M bribery, his empire shaken
Thursday, November 21,2024,06:45
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been indicted by United States prosecutors for his alleged role in a $265 million bribery scheme, plunging his conglomerate deep into crisis for... .. read more..
Bitcoin breaks $95,000 for first time on optimism over Trump crypto plans
Thursday, November 21,2024,04:39
Bitcoin surged past $95,000 for the first time, nearing the $100,000 milestone as optimism about a pro-crypto U.S. administration under President-elect Donald Trump drove investment. Click to continue .. read more..
'Criminal network dismantled': Türkiye’s health minister defends efforts to t...
Wednesday, November 20,2024,17:12
Türkiye's health minister on Tuesday responded to questions on the so-called "newborn gang," saying the government had dismantled the criminal network through coordinated efforts with law enforcement and... Click to continue .. read more..
722 terrorists neutralized in Türkiye in first 10 months of 2024: Interior mi...
Wednesday, November 20,2024,16:36
Turkish security forces conducted more than 40,500 operations in Türkiye and neutralized over 700 PKK/KCK terrorists in first 10 months of 2024, the interior minister said Wednesday. Ali Yerlikaya said... Click to continue .. read more..
Turkish intel dismantles cybercrime network misusing personal data
Wednesday, November 20,2024,13:42
The Turkish National Intelligence Organization (MIT) dismantled a cybercrime network that illicitly obtained and traded personal data for organizational activities. The suspects, linked to international... Click to continue .. read more..
Istanbul, Izmir hike water prices by up to 30%
Wednesday, November 20,2024,13:20
Water prices have been raised in both Istanbul and Izmir. In a recent decision by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Council's ISKI General Assembly, a 17.5% increas... .. read more..
Rescue teams search for 2 Belarusian sisters missing in central Türkiye
Wednesday, November 20,2024,12:11
Search efforts have resumed to find two Belarusian sisters who went missing while climbing in the Aladağlar mountains of central Türkiye. Valentino and Mariao Ivankova, 36-year-old... .. read more..
Influencers face arrest over illegal betting promotions in Istanbul
Wednesday, November 20,2024,11:49
An arrest warrant has been issued for several social media influencers, including Yasin Obuz, Mesut Can Eray, Cenk Pekkan, Ünal Orhan, Özgür Yağan, Kerem Gülsoy and Özcan Acar, as... .. read more..
Social media figures face arrest over illegal betting promotions in Istanbul
Wednesday, November 20,2024,11:49
An arrest warrant has been issued for several social media influencers, including Yasin Obuz, Mesut Can Eray, Cenk Pekkan, Ünal Orhan, Özgür Yağan, Kerem Gülsoy and Özcan Acar, as... .. read more..
Some wealthy nations pledge 'no' to new coal plants at COP29
Wednesday, November 20,2024,10:43
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 phase-out of the highly polluting fo... .. read more..
Türkiye aims for smoke-free society with public support, action
Wednesday, November 20,2024,10:32
Professor Dr. Mustafa Aydın, president of the Türkiye Smoking Prevention Association (TSSD), emphasized the importance of quitting smoking and encouraged individuals to take action... .. read more..
Bank of Spain predicts recent floods to slash 0.2% of GDP in Q4
Wednesday, November 20,2024,10:24
Last month's unprecedented floods in eastern Spain are likely to have a negative impact on the country's economic output in the last quarter of the year, the Bank of Spai... .. read more..
Erdoğan: Biden’s recent missile decision will further escalate Ukraine war
Wednesday, November 20,2024,10:04
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed concern over U.S. President Joe Biden’s decisions regarding Ukraine, stating that such moves risk intensifying the ongoing conflict. Erdoğan underlined that the... Click to continue .. read more..
Research shows up to 10 million children in Türkiye face bullying
Wednesday, November 20,2024,09:57
The Parliamentary Subcommittee on Peer Bullying, established under the Petition Committee, convened under the leadership of Justice and Development Party Istanbul MP Yıldız Konal S... .. read more..
Türkiye reportedly taps exporter group to help enforce Israel trade ban
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:56
The Turkish government has requested assistance from one of the country's top export associations to help enforce a ban on trade with Israel, which has led to a slowdown in go... .. read more..
Ships docked, transport disrupted as Greeks strike for higher pay
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:50
Ships docked at Greek ports, and railway and bus services were disrupted on Wednesday as workers from different branches, from transport and construction to hospital physicians and... .. read more..
Morning congestion disrupts Istanbul’s major roads, public transport
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:47
Severe and frustrating traffic congestion was experienced on the morning of Nov. 20 on several main roads and thoroughfares in Istanbul, particularly during peak hours for public t... .. read more..
Türkiye, Australia locked in 2026 UN climate summit hosting standoff
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:42
Türkiye and Australia are locked in a standoff over hosting rights for the United Nations climate change talks in 2026, with both countries unwilling to withdraw their bids. Both... .. read more..
Turkish intelligence nabs PKK-linked terrorist
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:40
Türkiye's National Intelligence Organization (MIT) captured Kadir Celik, a member of the Maoist Communist Party (MKP) linked to the PKK, in a Middle Eastern country. Celik, wanted for planning attacks... Click to continue .. read more..
Turkish prosecutors seek prison for Denizbank CEO in football stars scam case
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:34
Turkish prosecutors have prepared an indictment seeking a prison term of 72 to 240 years for the chief executive of private lender Denizbank for the alleged fraud of numerous footb... .. read more..
Trump picks Wall St veteran Howard Lutnick to be Commerce Secretary
Wednesday, November 20,2024,08:17
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump nominated veteran Wall Street financier Howard Lutnick on Tuesday to become the head of the Commerce Department, the agency that has become the U.... .. read more..
UK inflation up more than expected in October on energy bills rise
Wednesday, November 20,2024,07:59
The annual inflation rate in the U.K. jumped more than expected in October to swing back above the Bank of England's (BoE) target and hit a six-month high as households and bu... .. read more..
Top tips for keeping blood sugar levels low
Wednesday, November 20,2024,07:57
The word 'diabetes' can be intimidating, especially for those who haven't yet encountered someone affected by the condition. As a diabetic myself, I understand how confusing i... .. read more..
Roketsan showcases advanced defense systems at IDEAS 2024 in Pakistan
Wednesday, November 20,2024,06:41
Roketsan is showcasing its advanced missile and defense systems at the IDEAS 2024 exhibition in Karachi, Pakistan, including cutting-edge smart munitions, anti-tank systems, and air defense technologies.... Click to continue .. read more..
Bayraktar TB3 makes history as first UAV to land on short-deck ship
Wednesday, November 20,2024,06:34
The Bayraktar TB3 UAV has made history as the first unmanned aerial vehicle to successfully take off and land on a short-deck ship, completing its flight tests aboard the TCG Anadolu. This milestone marks... Click to continue .. read more..
Roketsan showcases its cutting-edge systems at IDEAS
Tuesday, November 19,2024,23:06
Roketsan, which develops rocket and missile systems, is showcasing its cutting-edge technologies at the IDEAS International Defense Exhibition and Seminar held in Karachi, Pakistan. Click to continue .. read more..
Türkiye's Bayraktar TB3 drone makes history with short-deck launch
Tuesday, November 19,2024,22:08
"The Bayraktar TB3 has made history as the first unmanned aerial vehicle to successfully take off and land on the short-runway carrier TCG Anadolu," said producer Baykar. Click to continue .. read more..
Azerbaijan, Türkiye to strengthen green energy cooperation: Azerbaijani minister
Tuesday, November 19,2024,17:29
Azerbaijan and Türkiye will take steps to strengthen their cooperation in green energy, the Azerbaijani energy minister told Anadolu at the UN climate change conference COP29 being held in Baku. Parviz... Click to continue .. read more..
Erdoğan: History will not forgive those who remain silent in the face of Isra...
Tuesday, November 19,2024,17:19
"Israel is committing crimes against humanity. We all witness the suffering of children under heavy bombardment. Over 50,000 Palestinians, 70% of whom are women and children, have been killed in Israeli... Click to continue .. read more..
Iran offers to limit uranium stock to avoid IAEA resolution
Tuesday, November 19,2024,16:18
The U.N. nuclear watchdog reported in confidential documents to member states on Tuesday that Iran has pledged to halt any increase in its uranium stock enriched to 60% purity, whi... .. read more..
Turkish President Erdoğan attends session on sustainable development at G20
Tuesday, November 19,2024,15:36
Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Tuesday attended a session titled Sustainable Development and Energy Transition on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' summit in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro city. The... Click to continue .. read more..
Sweden investigates alleged sabotage of Baltic Sea cables
Tuesday, November 19,2024,15:10
Sweden's prosecution office said it launched a probe into 'sabotage' over damage to two undersea Baltic Sea cables, connecting Lithuania and Sweden and Finland and Germany. '... .. read more..
KADEM summit reveals 7 essential steps to bridge gender gap in AI
Tuesday, November 19,2024,12:33
The 6th International Women and Justice Summit, organized by the Women and Democracy Association (KADEM), convened global leaders, policymakers and experts to explore the intersect... .. read more..
Türkiye hails growing Africa trade as Lesotho PM visits Ankara
Tuesday, November 19,2024,12:25
Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz highlighted Tuesday Türkiye's growing trade relations with African countries as he held a joint news conference with Lesotho's Prime Minister... .. read more..
Türkiye neutralizes 3 PKK terrorists in Northern Iraq airstrike
Tuesday, November 19,2024,11:37
Three PKK terrorists were neutralized in a swift airstrike in northern Iraq's Pençe-Kilit Operation area, Türkiye's Ministry of National Defense reported, vowing that Turkish forces will relentlessly pursue... Click to continue .. read more..
Green energy next main focus of Türkiye-Azerbaijan co-op: Minister
Tuesday, November 19,2024,11:33
Azerbaijan’s Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov on Tuesday said green energy would form the next frontier in the deepening energy partnership between Ankara and Baku. Shahbazov’s re... .. read more..
China, Russia should strengthen BRICS: Top Chinese diplomat
Tuesday, November 19,2024,11:02
Chinese and Russian foreign ministers Wang Yi and Sergey Lavrov, meeting at the G20 Summit, pledged to strengthen BRICS and promote global multipolarity. They discussed implementing the outcomes of the... Click to continue .. read more..
Inflation will cease to be Türkiye's major concern by mid-2025: VP
Tuesday, November 19,2024,11:00
Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz on Monday reiterated the government’s optimism, forecasting a significant easing of inflation by the middle of next year. 'By the middle to late autum... .. read more..
Türkiye plans IPOs for state energy companies, minister says
Tuesday, November 19,2024,10:45
Türkiye intends to launch initial public offerings (IPOs) for state-owned energy companies to enhance their institutional structures, the energy minister announced late Monday. St... .. read more..
British farmers mass in London to protest inheritance tax change
Tuesday, November 19,2024,10:40
British farmers descended into London on Tuesday as they commenced protests against controversial government plans to change inheritance tax rules for land ownership, which they cl... .. read more..
Damage to Baltic undersea data cables likely sabotage, Germany says
Tuesday, November 19,2024,10:27
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said on Tuesday that officials had to assume damage to two data cables under the Baltic Sea, one of which ends in Germany, was likel... .. read more..
Investors flock to safe-haven currencies after Kremlin nuclear doctrine
Tuesday, November 19,2024,10:26
Investors flocked to safe-haven currencies such as the U.S. dollar, Swiss franc and the Japanese yen on Monday following a warning from Russia about its revised nuclear doctrine.... .. read more..
Thyssenkrupp records $1B impairment on steel unit amid challenges
Tuesday, November 19,2024,09:24
German industrial major Thyssenkrupp took a fresh 1-billion-euro ($1.06-billion) impairment on its struggling steel division, citing the 'challenging market environment' as weak de... .. read more..
Türkiye's climate strategy at COP29 focuses on emissions, energy, waste
Tuesday, November 19,2024,09:01
Experts stated that Türkiye has set important and realistic targets in critical areas such as emission reduction, renewable energy, agriculture and waste management with its Long-T... .. read more..
IBB investigates escalator, elevator issues in Istanbul's rail system
Tuesday, November 19,2024,08:57
The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) has begun investigating the increasing malfunctions of escalators and elevators in the city's rail system. The Inspection Board ha... .. read more..
Türkiye's tech Minister highlights youth's ole in nation's innovation drive
Tuesday, November 19,2024,08:55
Türkiye's Industry and Technology Minister Kaçır stressed the pivotal role of Turkish youth and the TEKNOFEST generation in driving the country's technological independence, during a "Youth Meeting" at... Click to continue .. read more..
Visa rejections hinder Turkish students' Italian university plans
Tuesday, November 19,2024,08:42
Italian experts have stated that the situation of Turkish students who, despite being accepted into universities in Italy, have been unable to obtain visas and thus cannot travel t... .. read more..
Kazakhstan's Aktau becomes cultural capital of Turkic world 2025
Tuesday, November 19,2024,07:54
Kazakhstan's Caspian Sea coastal city of Aktau has been named the 'Cultural Capital of the Turkic World 2025.' According to a statement from the Kazakh Ministry of Culture an... .. read more..