Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made an impassioned plea on March 24 for citizens worldwide to pour onto streets and squares in global protest against Russia’s bloody month-old invasion.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will attend the extraordinary NATO leaders’ summit in Brussels on March 24, where he is expected to discuss the latest developments regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine with allies, including U.S. President Joe Biden...

Turkey is taking all the measures against the mines allegedly drifting towards the Turkish coasts and straits, Defense Minister Hulusi Akar has said.

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has allowed Turkish football clubs to sign all Ukrainian and foreign players in Russia on a short-term contract.

Main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu has suggested reconsidering the minimum wage, saying that inflation wipes out the previous gain in wages.

İYİ (Good) Party leader Meral Akşener on March 23 criticized the government’s refugee policy and argued that it paves the way for more arrivals of people fleeing a crisis, while also fueling xenophobia in Turkey.

The impact of the new BA.2 Omicron subvariant of COVID-19 will be observed in Turkey in the next two weeks, according to experts.

Turkey's confirmed cases of the coronavirus increased by 13,081 in the past 24 hours, and 85 more people have died, the Health Ministry announced on Mar. 20.

New details have emerged about a recent bank fraud in which two brothers from the Black Sea province of Samsun embezzled a whopping 16 billion Turkish Liras ($1 billion) from a private Turkish bank through a leak they found in the bank’s digital sy...

The area of the historical fortifications built 2,400 years ago by Mausolos, the ruler of Caria, in today’s resort town of Bodrum will be brought to tourism within the scope of a project.

Taking place in Akaretler Sıraevler in Istanbul, the 6th edition of Artweeks@Akaretler will meet art lovers from March 30 to April 10. The contemporary art event will present works of different disciplines with the participation of galleries, indepe...

Pera Museum Film and Video Programs, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Greece in Istanbul, brings the movie “Maria by Callas: In Her Own Words,” dedicated to the great soprano Maria Callas, to the screen.

Dozens of oysters lie uneaten in a tank at the trendy Chernomorka fish restaurant in Kyiv, a reminder of the city’s booming gastronomic scene before Moscow’s invasion.

The joint Russian winner of last year’s Nobel Peace Prize, Dmitry Muratov, said on March 21 he will donate his medal to help Ukrainian refugees.

Some 1,000 schools in Turkey will be turned into eco-friendly buildings as part of a project, Education Minister Mahmut Özer has said.

Turkey marked World Water Day on March 22, an occasion that aims to raise awareness about the limited resource as a water-stressed country where the growing threat of global warming and environmental pollution to the ecosystem looms, with events that...

Carved decorations in the form of figurative compositions appear on mosques, madrasahs and tombs across Anatolia, but now a book of detailed research features a series of aesthetic images of tombstones from different ethnic cultures that prevailed in...

Turkey will take on Portugal on March 24 in a World Cup qualifying playoff game, seeking its just third-ever appearance at the world football’s showpiece event.

Foreign companies and individuals will be able to open Turkish Lira-denominated time deposit accounts that will be guaranteed by the Turkish Treasury and the Central Bank against foreign exchange fluctuations, according to the Official Gazette publis...

In a rare medical incident ever recorded in Turkey, a Turkish woman from the western province of İzmir experienced double pregnancy, becoming pregnant with two babies conceived about a month apart.

The demand for a prefabricated house has quadrupled amid the pandemic, as the sale of these structures soared by 300 percent in 2021, a sector representative has said.

A Turkish robotics team comprising 18 high school students from Istanbul has earned a prestigious award at the world’s leading robotics tournament, the FIRST Robotics Competition, held in the U.S.

The Michelin Guide launched its 2022 edition on March 22, celebrating an increasingly green and diverse French food scene, as well as its resilience as it emerges from two difficult years of pandemic.

Pink Floyd’s legendary drummer Nick Mason’s band, Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets will perform in Turkey. The band has added Turkey to its European tour’s leg after rescheduling it to 2022 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The concert will ...

The global recorded music market grew by 18.5 percent in 2021, driven by growth in paid subscription streaming, according to IFPI, the organization that represents the recorded music industry worldwide. Figures released today in IFPI’s Global Music...

Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei makes his directorial operatic debut in Rome on March 21 with a new reading of Giacomo Puccini’s final, unfinished opera, “Turandot.”

The annualized unemployment rate in Turkey decreased by 1.1 percentage points to 12 percent in 2021, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) yesterday.

Japanese industrial giant Mitsubishi and Turkey’s Çalık Enerji, a subsidiary of Çalık Holding, have constructed a demo plant of their stand-alone Triple Hybrid Power Generation System “EBLOX“ in Turkey.

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on March 22 inaugurated a $2.5 billion fertilizer plant with which Africa’s most populous country hopes to contribute to the global supply amid the impact of increasing prices in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukrai...

The Turkish central government’s gross debt stock hit 2.95 trillion Turkish Liras (about $209 billion) as of the end of February, according to official figures released by the Treasury and Finance Ministry on March 21.

For Marat, a Russian businessman based in Shanghai, sanctions on his home country have heralded an unexpected opportunity in China as companies struggle to keep their supply chains open.

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on March 21 inaugurated a new international airport for Mexico City - one of his flagship projects - but so far many airlines are hesitant to use it.

The search area was expanded on Mar. 24 for the second black box from a China Eastern passenger jet that crashed in southern China with 132 people on board earlier this week, state broadcaster CCTV said.

The company behind a COVID-19 vaccine touted as a key tool for the developing world has sent tens of millions of doses to wealthy nations but provided none yet to the U.N.-backed effort to supply poorer countries, a sign that inequity persists in the...

North Korea fired at least one suspected ballistic missile toward the sea on Mar. 24, its neighbors’ militaries said, apparently extending its barrage of weapons tests that may culminate with a flight of its biggest-yet intercontinental ballistic m...

The search for clues into why a Chinese commercial jetliner dove suddenly and crashed into a mountain in southern China was suspended on Mar. 23 as rain slickened the debris field and filled the red-dirt gash formed by the plane’s fiery impact.

The Taliban ordered secondary girls schools in Afghanistan to shut on Mar. 23 just hours after they reopened, an official confirmed, sparking confusion over the policy reversal by the hardline Islamist group.

A tornado tore through parts of New Orleans and its suburbs on Mar. 22 night, flipping cars, ripping roofs off homes and killing at least one person in a region that was pummeled by Hurricane Katrina 17 years ago.

Pera Museum Film and Video Programs, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Greece in Istanbul, brings the movie “Maria by Callas: In Her Own Words,” dedicated to the great soprano Maria Callas, to the screen.

World-famous French actor Gérard Depardieu has decided to move away from his hometown and spend more time in Turkey and Dubai in an endeavor to live a life full of peace, which he hopes to find by sailing among the waves.

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 Roman periods.  ...

Balık Lake, Turkey's highest lake with an altitude of 2,241 meters, offers enchanting scenery during spring. (AA Photo)

As winter tightens its grip in Turkey, Cappadocia's beautiful scenery under a blanket of new pristine snow mesmerizes visitors. (IHA Photo)

The ancient city of Patara in Antalya’s Kaş District will be highlighted in the coming days as the Culture and Tourism Ministry declared 2020 as the Year of Patara. Works have been initiated for the promotional activities

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 every year in...

Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia Museum remained Turkey’s most visited tourist attraction in 2019, according to data released by the Culture and Tourism Ministry. (Alamy Photo)

Turkey’s first underwater museum takes scuba divers into a mystical journey with over 115 sculptures.

Turkey, with its abundant cultural heritage, was home to many ancient and archaic civilizations and empires. The patterns and remains of this rich history and culture are still evident in the ancient sites of Anatolian lands. Click through this photo...

As the weather gets colder and Mother Nature gently spreads its autumn colors, destinations for fall getaways become more popular among the world’s tourists. Turkey, with its abundant natural heritage, offers budget-friendly and romantic destinatio...

World's second deepest canyon located in Turkey's Black Sea province of Kastamonu attracts visitors. (Source: Anadolu Agency)

Anatolia is home to a rich array of natural attractions, including unique geography, climate, location and biodiversity, to explore. Here are nine natural wonders to add to your Turkey must-see bucket list

From seeing a black cat to breaking a mirror, Turkish culture embodies many superstitions that are quite unique. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, to find out the most bizarre Turkish superstitions - which will definitely su...

The Mental Health Association, a Turkish-based non-governmental organization, has found the Maiden Tower in Istanbul is where the users of a smartphone application found the most romantic place in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city.

Facing threats of drawdown and desertification, Lake Burdur still enchants visitors with its mesmerizing sights during sunset. (Source: Demirören News Agency)

A photographer from Turkey shot riveting time-lapse photos of the night sky from eastern Bingöl and Elazığ provinces.

Istanbul enchants visitors and residents with its mesmerizing sights during sunrise. (DHA Photo)

Stockbreeders are seen with their flock at a countryside following snowfall during winter season in Van, Turkey on Jan. 27. (Source: Anadolu Agency)

Adnan Çelebi, who has been a craftsman for 30 years in Avanos district of Cappadocia, has been making the world’s smallest jugs for 15 years.

A supermoon is seen over Turkey's northwestern Edirne province on Feb. 9, 2020. The astronomical event occurs when the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit, making it appear much larger and brighter than usual. (AA Photo)

Lake Gökpınar, dubbed a “natural aquarium,” enchants visitors as fall colors merge with its crystal-clear turquoise-hued waters.

Visitors snap photos of massive stone heads that stare down on them from the summit of Mount Nemrut. (Source: The Associated Press)

With the birth of the Turkish Republic, many rights have been granted to women, marking a milestone in the history of both the country and the world. The modern republic’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his sweeping reforms have aimed to crea...

Chestnut forests in the Kazdağları, surrounded by yellow and red tones and autumn outfits, attract photographers and outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Don’t let the 150-year history of modern Turkish painting fool you; it is only the tip of the iceberg. Rooted in the 500-year history of traditional Ottoman miniaturization, the art of painting evolved in these lands when the society was released f...

From seeing a black cat to breaking a mirror, Turkish culture embodies many superstitions that are quite unique. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, to find out the most bizarre Turkish superstitions - which will definitely su...

Turkish cuisine is one of the richest in the world when it comes to soups. Most Turks prefer to begin their lunches and dinners with soup, which is why you can find an incredible variety and depth in this culinary area. Click through for the top 10 s...

With the birth of the Turkish Republic, many rights have been granted to women, marking a milestone in the history of both the country and the world. The modern republic’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his sweeping reforms have aimed to crea...

Forbes magazine has announced the top 25 highest grossing Turkish TV series of the year. Click through for the full list...

Don’t let the 150-year history of modern Turkish painting fool you; it is only the tip of the iceberg. Rooted in the 500-year history of traditional Ottoman miniaturization, the art of painting evolved in these lands when the society was released f...

Istanbul presents unique experiences for those who want to escape from the intense week day into the weekend in the world’s only intercontinental city. Click through for the top five suggestions from Hürriyet Travel:

The Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden is the only place in Turkey where one can observe every phase of metamorphosis, from small larvae to colorful butterflies.

Turkey’s National Intelligence Organization (MİT) has opened an online museum dedicated to the history of espionage on its website. From Turkish intelligence reports on Lawrence of Arabia to curious gadgets for espionage, you can click through for...

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 virus has disp...

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.

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.    

Normally they make tutus and elaborate costumes for some of the greatest opera and ballet stars in the world.     

Scientists have observed the biggest supernova - stellar explosion - ever detected, the violent death of a huge star up to 100 times more massive than our sun in a faraway galaxy.

Gut-wrenching World War I epic “1917” was the big winner at the British Academy Film Awards, winning seven prizes including best picture and best director.

Aizanoi, located in the western province of Kütahya’s Çavdarhisar district and on the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage, is home to the best-protected temple in Anatolia: The Temple of Zeus. (Photos: Alamy)

With the winter approaching, the demand for seats on the Eastern Express, a train service that links the capital Ankara with the eastern province of Kars, has surged again, as the number of tickets sold so far for the winter months reached 10,000. Cl...

From the Black Sea region to the serene beauty of the Aegean and the Mediterranean, Turkey offers picturesque camping sites for those seeking a budget-friendly holiday in the wilderness. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, inc...

Being the capital of three empires, Istanbul hosts 82 different museums. The Hürriyet jury, composed of eminent historians, travelers and journalists, has picked the top 10 museums in Istanbul. Click through for the full list...

Turkey has been the host to many ancient civilizations and empires for ages. Its heritage can be seen in its preserved sites, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Some of them remain largely undiscovered, though. Click through for our list, p...

Street food is one of the most delicious ways to get to know a country and its culture. Hürriyet’s Gastronomy Jury has ranked the best street food venues in Turkey. Click through for the best of the best...

Crystal clear waters, golden beaches and abundant natural heritages, along with thousands of artifacts and ruins from ancient times, the Anatolian lands intrigue many guests from overseas. But for those looking for a calmer journey in Turkey, the cou...

The Princes’ Islands in the Marmara Sea present a unique opportunity for a short escape from Istanbul. Our jury has picked nine awesome activities that you can do on the islands. Click through for the story in photos...

For lovers of adrenaline sports and wildlife activities, Turkey presents a number of breathtaking options. Click through for the full list with a bonus in the end...

Being the capital of three empires, Istanbul hosts 82 different museums. The Hürriyet jury, composed of eminent historians, travelers and journalists, has picked the top 10 museums in Istanbul. Click through for the full list...

Turkey’s metropolis Istanbul has been ranked 17th in the list of the most beautiful cities in the world by online travel agency Flight Network. Click through for the top 20 most beautiful cities in photos… (Photos: Alamy)

As 2020 was declared the Year of Patara, interest increased in the ancient city, located between the resort districts of Kaş and Fethiye

Dolmabahçe Palace has been astonishing visitors with its stunning architecture and breathtaking designs but the most astounding room it houses is the Ceremonial Hall.

Discoveries at Boncuklu Tarla in the southeastern province of Mardin are around 1,000 years older than those in Göbeklitepe

Masks, which were estimated to be 2,200 years old and were engraved on marble blocks of the mythology gods of that period, are seen after being unearthed at Ancient City of Stratonikeia, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Centre - Tentati...

Hotels in the southeastern province of Adıyaman are enjoying a 100 percent occupancy rate thanks to a flock of domestic visitors wanting to spend their upcoming nine-day Eid al-Fitr holiday, along with the increasing number of foreign visitors wanti...

Turkey is one of the most extraordinary countries to visit. Here, we list the 5 unmissable villages in the country.

Hamam, or Turkish bath, is one of the defining features of Turkish culture. A culture passed down over history, the baths, besides being a place to get pampered, is a spot for socializing and entertainment. Hürriyet’s jury have chosen the best tra...

Whether it is the gorgeous Bosphorus or the biblical River Euphrates, Turkey provides many options for those who would like to dine at a waterfront venue. Click through for the top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey selected by Hürriyet Travel’s ...

Only one percent of the ancient city of Aigai in the Yunuslar district of the western Turkish province of Manisa has been unearthed so far in the excavations that started back in 2004. Click through for the story in photos...

Love the outdoors and exploring on foot? Here are some of the best hiking trails in near Istanbul!

Music and dance lovers can find something interesting for themselves this year, whether they like jazz or rock, latin or folk and whether they go to western or eastern Turkey... Click through for the 2018-2019 calendar for music and dance festivals ...

If you come to Turkey, you should not leave without experiencing at least some of its uniqueness. See, hear, feel, eat, travel, have fun and love in Turkish style. Click through our list of unique experiences that you can only have in Turkey...

The mayor of the western Turkish town of İznik, which is a key venue in the history of Christianity, has launched a campaign against those who paint the historic city walls with graffiti despite repeated warnings. Click through for the story in phot...

The Anatolian geography with its climate, unique location and biodiversity is home to several unique natural beauties. Lakes in the green valleys, mountain plains, unique rock formations, rivers, valleys and beaches… Hürriyet Travel has compiled t...

As a historic home to great civilizations like the Roman and Ottoman empires, Turkey has some of the world’s best museums. Click through for our top 20...

Turkish business magazines Capital and Ekonomist have selected the “50 Powerful Female CEOs” of Turkey. Here is the full list announced at a ceremony in Istanbul on Sept. 5, 2018:

A recent trend on social media in Turkey is the increasing influence of a group of good-looking Turkish doctors. Click through for the photo story by Hürriyet reporter Kübra Genç...

Ebru Ünsal, who has been described as the most popular Turkish pilot on social media, has switched jobs. Click through for the story in photos...

The district of Kadıköy on Istanbul’s Asian side has been hailed as one of the top 50 coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out magazine. Click through for the story in photos...

The Croesus (Karun) Treasures with 432 pieces of priceless artifacts including two-time stolen winged seahorse brochure are displayed in Turkey's western Uşak province. Click through for the story in photos...

A street lamp has fallen on the head of a passerby in Istanbul, injuring the man.

The Hürriyet newspaper's jury of experts has created the "Pearly Gastronomy Guide" to rank Turkey's best restaurants. Click through for the top 20 restaurants in Istanbul, according to the 2018 guide...

Daily Hürriyet’s travel supplement, Seyahat, has listed the top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey. Click through for the story in photos...

Turkey is frequently described as a paradise when it comes to cuisine. Along with that, it also has hidden treasures in its streets as well. Click through for the top 29 Turkish street foods from "wet" hamburger to roasted chestnut, selected by the g...

As a historic home to great civilizations like the Roman and Ottoman empires, Turkey has some of the world’s best museums. Click through for our top 20...

As a historic home to great civilizations like the Roman and Ottoman empires, Turkey has some of the world’s best museums. Click through for our top 20...

Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey

Tripadvisor’s annual list of best hotels has been published. Click through for the top 15 hotels in Turkey that won Travellers’ Choice 2018 awards with the votes of the website’s users.

Those who have not been able to go on vacation over the summer or those who wish to extend their vacation can check Hürriyet Travel’s list for the best holiday destinations in Turkey in the month of September. Click through for the story in photos...

Turkey’s longest-running traditional sports event, Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling competition, has started in the northwestern province of Edirne. The annual event, which is organized for the 657th time this year, attracts thousands of people. Click thr...