Turkey
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:06:00 ZCargo ship with 10 crew sinks off Istanbul: maritime authorities
A cargo ship sank in the Marmara Sea near Istanbul after colliding with a second vessel, with rescuers hunting 10 people who were on board, Turkish officials said on Sept. 2.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:27:25 ZRenewed US-Iran attacks spread across Gulf
The United States and Iran exchanged their heaviest attacks in weeks on Sept. 1, ending a month-long lull as Washington struck Iranian military sites and Tehran launched missiles and drones toward U.S. facilities across the region.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:25:00 ZErdoğan wraps up SCO summit with bilateral talks
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan concluded his visit to Kyrgyzstan on Sept. 1 after attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, which ended with the approval of 28 documents and a series of bilateral meetings.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:37:38 ZOil rally lifts bond yields, weighs on gold
A renewed surge in oil prices pushed government bond yields higher and weighed on global stocks and gold as fresh U.S.-Iran fighting revived concerns over prolonged disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:30:00 ZPossible Kyrenia ferry wreck located at 550 meters
A Turkish Navy vessel has detected an object believed to be the wreckage of the Filo Jet passenger ferry at a depth of about 550 meters off Kyrenia, as efforts continue to find 20 people still missing from the disaster.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:39:34 ZTurkish carriers halt Russia services as Black Sea attacks intensify
Turkish container carrier Akkon Lines has suspended calls at all Russian ports, while Arkas has also halted Russia-bound services, industry reports said, as attacks on commercial shipping intensify in the Black Sea.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:32:09 Z11 EU states push to curb foreign policy vetoes
Eleven European Union countries have called for limits on national vetoes in foreign policy, urging EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas to explore greater use of qualified-majority voting.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:19:55 ZGlobal headwinds threaten Türkiye’s rate-cut path
Türkiye’s economy has spent the past three years pursuing a deceptively simple but difficult goal: Bringing down inflation, lowering interest rates and returning growth to a more sustainable path.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:09:22 ZTurkish kitchen makers expand across Americas
Turkish commercial kitchen equipment exports to the Americas have risen nearly 40 percent over the past five years as producers increasingly turn to the region for growth, according to industry figures.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:28:09 ZNew judicial year begins after 6-week recess
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has said the government’s “terror-free Türkiye” initiative aims to permanently remove the issue of terrorism from the country’s agenda, as he marked the beginning of the new judicial year.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:30:00 ZTürkiye, Georgia step up cooperation on organized crime
Türkiye and Georgia will further strengthen operational cooperation against increasingly sophisticated organized crime networks operating across borders, Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi said on Sept. 1, during an official visit to Tbilisi...
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:39:53 ZIstanbul sunflower harvest expected to surge 25 percent
Heavy rainfall is driving expectations for a 20 to 25 percent surge in Istanbul’s sunflower harvest this year.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:40:35 ZEco-project in İzmİr turns mussel waste into marine habitat
An İzmir entrepreneur is turning discarded mussel shells into artificial reefs, with an octopus becoming the first recorded resident of the new underwater habitats in Seferihisar
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:40:14 ZUludağ to introduce artificial snow as warmer winters threaten ski season
Türkiye’s Uludağ, one of the country’s best-known winter tourism destinations in the northwest, is preparing to introduce artificial snow as delayed snowfall and increasingly mild winters threaten the length and reliability of the ski season.
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:10:14 ZDAHA: One more!
Antalya’s famous 7 Mehmet restaurant was the most talked-about spot this summer, but not in its hometown; instead, at its new location in Bodrum.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:41:19 ZNew paved road smooths journey to historic Engüzekkapı Castle
Rising high above the Tortum Stream in eastern Türkiye, the medieval Engüzekkapı Castle now welcomes hundreds of daily tourists via a newly paved 1,200-meter asphalt road
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:28:07 ZFive Turkish defense firms rank among world’s top 100
Five Turkish companies were included in the 2026 Defense News Top 100 list, recording combined defense revenue of $14.9 billion in 2025.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:56:20 ZTürkiye eyes $200 billion energy transition investment by 2035
Türkiye plans to allocate approximately $200 billion toward expanding electrification infrastructure and developing its wind, solar and nuclear power sectors as part of its 2035 targets.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:58:32 ZManufacturing PMI at highest in three months
Although the headline Istanbul Chamber of Industry Türkiye Manufacturing PMI remained below the 50 no-change mark again in August at 48.1, the latest reading was up from July’s 47.7 and the highest in three months.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:35:16 ZBank of America vice president killed in Times Square stabbing
A Bank of America vice president was killed and a 68-year-old man wounded in a stabbing in New York’s Times Square on Aug. 31, before police shot dead the suspected attacker.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:11:54 ZRussian finance minister’s G20 return draws European protest
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov attended a G20 meeting in person for the first time since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022, drawing objections from European officials.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:59:50 ZSyria wants diplomatic solution with Israel despite attacks: FM
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said on Sept. 1 that his country was working towards a "diplomatic solution" with Israel, with U.S. mediation, despite ongoing Israeli attacks.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:40:53 ZTroy exhibition at Colosseum draws over 2 mln visitors
A major exhibition exploring the historical and mythological links between Troy and Rome has attracted more than 2 million visitors at Rome’s Colosseum, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced.
Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 ZFive must-see ancient theatres in Turkey
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.
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Sat, 01 Feb 2020 10:08:00 ZCappadocia under snow: A winter fairy tale
As winter tightens its grip in Turkey, Cappadocia's beautiful scenery under a blanket of new pristine snow mesmerizes visitors. (IHA Photo)
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:02:00 Z10 hidden beauties of Turkey for an isolated vacation
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...
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:00:00 ZA magical journey into the sea: Turkey’s underwater museum
Turkey’s first underwater museum takes scuba divers into a mystical journey with over 115 sculptures.
Sat, 29 Jun 2019 06:00:00 ZSeven must-see ancient cities in Turkey
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...
Tue, 22 Oct 2019 21:05:00 ZMost budget-friendly destinations for a fall getaway in Turkey
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...
Fri, 31 Jan 2020 10:03:00 ZIstanbul’s emotion map revealed
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.
Thu, 09 Jan 2020 09:28:00 ZRiveting time-lapse photos of the night sky from east Turkey
A photographer from Turkey shot riveting time-lapse photos of the night sky from eastern Bingöl and Elazığ provinces.
Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:35:59 ZStockbreeders life in Turkey's Van
Stockbreeders are seen with their flock at a countryside following snowfall during winter season in Van, Turkey on Jan. 27. (Source: Anadolu Agency)
Mon, 10 Feb 2020 14:12:00 ZFirst supermoon of 2020 brightens up Edirne skies
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)
Sat, 05 Oct 2019 11:58:00 ZEnchanting sunset at Mount Nemrut
Visitors snap photos of massive stone heads that stare down on them from the summit of Mount Nemrut. (Source: The Associated Press)
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 06:15:00 ZColor fest in autumn in Kazdağları
Chestnut forests in the Kazdağları, surrounded by yellow and red tones and autumn outfits, attract photographers and outdoor sports enthusiasts.
Thu, 11 Jul 2019 08:19:00 ZMost bizarre Turkish superstitions that will surprise you
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...
Fri, 16 Aug 2019 21:05:00 ZTurkish women who made history
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...
Wed, 08 May 2019 14:38:00 Z11 prominent Turkish painters of 20th century
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...
Mon, 09 Sep 2019 21:05:00 ZButterfly garden in Central Anatolia draws 1.5 mln visitors in 5 years
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.
Sun, 19 Apr 2020 08:56:00 ZBeyoncé, Gaga offer hope at all-star event fighting COVID-19
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...
Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:01:00 ZThe life of Whitney Houston to be made into feature film
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.
Sun, 12 Apr 2020 08:39:16 ZHandwritten 'Hey Jude' lyrics sell for $910,000
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.
Sat, 10 Aug 2019 06:00:00 ZAizanoi, the second Ephesus of Turkey
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)
Sat, 22 Jun 2019 07:00:00 ZTop 10 sites for camping in Turkey
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...
Thu, 03 Jan 2019 09:03:00 Z16 astonishing UNESCO sites you probably didn’t know were in Turkey
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...
Thu, 23 May 2019 07:41:00 Z5 hidden exotic paradises of Turkey
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...
Sat, 22 Sep 2018 09:24:00 ZTop 15 exciting places and activities in Turkey
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...
Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:27:30 ZWorld’s top 20 beautiful cities list has one Turkish metropolis
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)
Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:01:00 ZAcademics spending more than 30 years in ancient excavation area
As 2020 was declared the Year of Patara, interest increased in the ancient city, located between the resort districts of Kaş and Fethiye
Tue, 13 Aug 2019 13:56:00 ZCeremonial Hall, the most spectacular room of Dolmabahçe
Dolmabahçe Palace has been astonishing visitors with its stunning architecture and breathtaking designs but the most astounding room it houses is the Ceremonial Hall.
Tue, 12 Nov 2019 21:17:00 Z5 must-visit Turkish villages
Turkey is one of the most extraordinary countries to visit. Here, we list the 5 unmissable villages in the country.
Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:26:00 ZTop 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey, selected by Hürriyet jury
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 ...
Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:23:02 ZTop 5 best treks near Istanbul
Love the outdoors and exploring on foot? Here are some of the best hiking trails in near Istanbul!
Thu, 30 Aug 2018 10:42:00 Z22 unique experiences in Turkey, from petting stray cats to oil wrestling
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...
Wed, 29 Aug 2018 13:14:00 ZTop 10 natural marvels in Turkey selected by Hürriyet’s jury
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...
Thu, 06 Sep 2018 07:23:00 ZTurkey’s top 50 female CEOs
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:
Thu, 28 Jun 2018 10:20:00 ZTurkish doctors become social media influencers
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...
Wed, 03 Oct 2018 07:59:00 ZMost popular Turkish pilot on social media changes job
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...
Mon, 20 Aug 2018 10:02:00 ZBest restaurants in Istanbul, ranked by Turkey's Pearly Gastronomy Guide
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...
Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:48:00 ZTop 10 boutique hotels in Turkey
Daily Hürriyet’s travel supplement, Seyahat, has listed the top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey. Click through for the story in photos...
Wed, 08 Aug 2018 08:46:00 ZTop 29 must-try Turkish street foods
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...
Fri, 17 Aug 2018 09:08:00 ZTop 20 museums in Turkey
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...
Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:54:05 ZBest souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:43:00 Z15 best hotels of Turkey in 2018, according to Tripadvisor
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.
Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:08:00 ZTop 9 places in Turkey for vacation in September
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...