Turkey

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:34:39 Z
Cabinet to review next steps in fund repayments
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is due to chair a Cabinet meeting on Oct. 26 to review preparations for interim payments to investors in troubled funds following parliament’s approval of legislation governing their liquidation.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:26:29 Z
Türkiye hosts talks to unify Libya’s rival forces
Türkiye hosted talks between representatives of Libya’s rival military forces on Oct. 23, with proposals for a joint command in Sirte forming part of efforts to unify the country’s armed forces.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:11:32 Z
Chinese carmakers lose ground in Türkiye as Europe drives growth
Chinese automotive brands, which have been among the main drivers of growth in the European market, suffered sharp declines in Türkiye amid additional customs duties and stricter import requirements.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:59:19 Z
Investors brace for tech earnings, central bank decisions
Investors are gearing up for a crucial run of central bank decisions and tech earnings this week.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:35:48 Z
Berlin police consider transfers as Left Party seeks coalition
Dozens of Berlin police officers are considering transfers to other German states as the Left Party seeks to form a government with plans to reduce police staffing and powers, according to Focus.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:13:04 Z
Renewables account for 63 percent of Türkiye’s installed power capacity
Türkiye’s total installed electricity generation capacity reached 127,355 megawatts (MW) as of the end of September, according to a statement by the Energy and Natural Resources Ministry.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:33:43 Z
Türkiye expands automation in tax services
Türkiye’s Revenue Administration (GİB) has used automated systems to prepare and send more than 200,000 official letters without staff intervention, according to the Treasury and Finance Ministry.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:43:07 Z
Türkiye converts food waste into animal feed in 74 provinces
Food waste collected from public institutions and large-scale catering facilities is being converted into animal feed in 74 of Türkiye’s 81 provinces, with daily production reaching 31,274 kilograms, according to Interior Ministry sources.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:43:17 Z
TTK to host 20th Turkish History Congress in Ankara
The capital Ankara is set to host the 20th Turkish History Congress from Oct. 26 to 30 at the Atatürk Supreme Council for Culture, Language and History campus, Turkish Historical Society (TTK) President Professor Dr. Haluk Selvi has announced.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:03:00 Z
Türkiye plans sweeping security measures for COP31 in Antalya
Türkiye is stepping up security measures ahead of the U.N.’s annual climate summit, COP31, which will be held in Antalya next month, with 26,000 security personnel expected to be deployed on the ground, Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi has said.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:04:00 Z
Yemen FM meets Fidan, hails Türkiye’s regional role
Yemen’s foreign minister praised Türkiye’s regional role and longstanding bilateral ties on Oct. 24, saying Ankara’s diplomatic efforts were important for maintaining regional security amid renewed fighting in Yemen and growing threats to inte...

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:15:00 Z
Court sentences organized crime leader to 15 years in prison
A Turkish court has sentenced Coşkun Necati Arabacı, identified as the leader of the Hells Angels organized crime group, to 15 years and six months in prison in a case heard in the western province of İzmir.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:01:00 Z
Türkiye advances joint restoration project of historic bridge on Armenian border
Türkiye has completed the tender process for the reconstruction of the historic Ani Bridge on the Turkish-Armenian border, Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said on Oct. 25.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:43:27 Z
Green light shining on Mount Olympos
The U.N. climate conference (COP31), which will be held in Antalya this November, has been making headlines lately. I’ve been spending more time in Antalya due to a small assignment I’ve taken on. While the climate summit may not be on many peopl...

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:56:52 Z
US says helped Gulf nations export 1.5 bln barrels of oil through Hormuz
U.S. Central Command has said it helped Gulf countries export 1.5 billion barrels of oil via the Strait of Hormuz since summer, bypassing an Iranian blockade.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:05:02 Z
France's debt woes in focus as ECB meets
France's deteriorating public finances will take center stage when the European Central Bank meets this week, but policymakers are not expected to throw a lifeline to the eurozone's second-biggest economy just yet.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:01:34 Z
First international flight takes off from new Sydney airport
The first international flight took off on Oct. 26 from a new, multi-billion-dollar airport in the fast-growing western suburbs of Sydney.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:42:14 Z
Lula wins fourth term as Bolsonaro rejects result
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won a fourth presidential term in the Oct. 25 runoff, while his right-wing challenger, Flávio Bolsonaro, refused to concede and vowed to seek the election’s annulment.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:25:00 Z
Iran says resumption of war would not change its stances
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Oct. 25 that a potential resumption of war with Israel and the United States would not change his country’s positions.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:26:00 Z
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu ahead of vote
Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv late on Oct. 24 for a large anti-government demonstration, three days ahead of a general election widely viewed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:37:35 Z
Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ linked to July 1889 sky
A new study by South Korean researchers suggests Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting “The Starry Night” may have been inspired by an actual sky he observed in France around July 22, 1889, a month later than the date traditionally assigned to the...

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:10:00 Z
Edirne unveils major library and restored Ottoman-era lodge
A new public library with a capacity of 160,000 books has opened in Edirne, alongside the reopening of the city’s nearly 500-year-old Muradiye Mevlevi Lodge as a cultural and arts center

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 Z
Five 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.  ...

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 10:08:00 Z
Cappadocia 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 Z
10 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 Z
A 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 Z
Seven 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 Z
Most 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 Z
Istanbul’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 Z
Riveting 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 Z
Stockbreeders 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 Z
First 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 Z
Enchanting 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 Z
Color 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 Z
Most 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 Z
Turkish 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 Z
11 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 Z
Butterfly 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 Z
Beyoncé, 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 Z
The 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 Z
Handwritten '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 Z
Aizanoi, 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 Z
Top 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 Z
16 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 Z
5 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 Z
Top 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 Z
World’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 Z
Academics 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 Z
Ceremonial 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 Z
5 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 Z
Top 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 Z
Top 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 Z
22 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 Z
Top 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 Z
Turkey’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 Z
Turkish 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 Z
Most 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 Z
Best 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 Z
Top 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 Z
Top 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 Z
Top 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 Z
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:43:00 Z
15 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 Z
Top 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...

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