Turkey
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:56:24 ZAnkara presented its views, positions on Syria at talks in US: FM Fidan
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Ankara presented its views on Syria during talks Monday in Washington, DC.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:27:17 ZSyria joins alliance against ISIL after White House talks
Syria is joining the global coalition against the ISIL group, a U.S. official said Monday hours after President Donald Trump welcomed his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa for historic White House talks.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:22:36 ZOver 1,000 Turkish footballers suspended in betting probe
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has suspended 1,024 professional players from all leagues pending a disciplinary review amid an explosive investigation into alleged sports betting and match manipulation that has rocked the nation’s most popul...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:27:19 ZEmployment in construction industry hits all-time high
The number of paid employees in the construction sector reached a record level in August, climbing to 2.01 million, according to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:15:30 ZBrazil's Lula urges 'defeat' of climate deniers as COP30 opens
The United Nations climate conference opened Monday in the Brazilian Amazon with pleas for the world to keep up the fight against global warming, even as the United States turns its back.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:29:18 ZTurkish tech, startup ecosystem showcased at Web Summit in Portugal
Türkiye is showcasing its growing tech and entrepreneurship ecosystem under a pavilion at one of Europe’s largest tech and startup events, Web Summit 2025, held in Lisbon, Portugal.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:19:40 ZTrump threatens $1 billion action as BBC apologises for edit error
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened the BBC with a billion-dollar lawsuit Monday as the broadcaster apologised for editing a speech that gave the impression he urged "violent action" ahead of the 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:24:38 ZTürkiye to launch rural revival grant in 2026 to reverse migration
Türkiye is preparing to launch a new “reverse migration” grant program in 2026, aiming to revitalize rural life as the countryside and villages continue to empty at an alarming rate.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:24:30 ZHundreds gather in Silivri to honor Saint Nektarios with seaside liturgy
A special liturgy was held in Istanbul’s Silivri district on Nov. 9 to commemorate Saint Nektarios, known among Orthodox Christians as the “Last Saint.”
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:13:00 ZTürkiye steps in to resolve Rafah standoff amid US pressure on Israel
Türkiye is engaged in efforts to secure safe passage for some 200 Palestinians trapped in tunnels in the Israeli-controlled Rafah area of the Gaza Strip, Turkish security sources have said, as the United States exerts pressure on Israel over the iss...
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:15:38 ZPolitical leaders honor Atatürk on 87th anniversary of his passing
Top political figures gathered on Nov. 10 to commemorate the 87th anniversary of modern Türkiye founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's death, attending a ceremony at his mausoleum and sharing messages paying tribute to his legacy.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:53:05 ZTurkish top officials to visit Pakistan amid Afghanistan tensions
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced on Sunday that a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Defense Minister Yaşar Güler, and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalın, will travel to Islamabad next week to address escalating ...
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:09:55 ZMan detained after storming TV channel building with toy gun in Istanbul
A man wielding a toy gun on Nov. 10 stormed into the Istanbul office of beIN Sports, one of Türkiye’s leading sports channels, causing panic before police managed to persuade him to surrender and take him into custody.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:24:46 ZAncient harbor discovered underwater in Perinthos
Archaeologists have unearthed submerged port remains off the coast of 5,000-year-old Perinthos in northwestern Türkiye
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:44:09 ZItalian cooking as world heritage
Why can Italian cooking be considered a world heritage? This is a debate yet to be answered. This question will be the title of the talk to be given by Emeritus Professor Massimo Montanari today at the Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts at Ö...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:23:29 ZScent museum opens in Türkiye’s rose capital Isparta
A historic church dating back to the 1750s has found new life as Türkiye’s first fragrance museum in the western province of Isparta, globally renowned for its rose oil that gives perfumes their lasting scent.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:00:44 ZAutomotive stocks show mixed performance in October
Automotive companies listed on Borsa Istanbul recorded mixed results in October, with four firms delivering gains to investors, three posting losses and one remaining flat.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:45:50 ZChina lifts sanctions on US units of South Korea ship giant Hanwha
China said Monday it would suspend sanctions against U.S. subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean, one of South Korea's largest shipbuilders, as a fragile trade truce between Washington and Beijing continued to take shape.
Sun, 09 Nov 2025 09:28:24 ZUkraine scrambles for energy with power generation at 'zero'
Ukraine was scrambling to turn lights and heating back yesterday after Russian attacks targeting energy infrastructure reduced the country's power generating capacity to "zero."
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:36:43 ZUS senators reach deal that could end record shutdown
U.S. senators reached a bipartisan deal Sunday that would resume federal funding and end a shutdown which has stretched to a record 40 days and forced many government operations to grind to a halt.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:00:54 ZChinese businesswoman faces jail after huge UK crypto seizure
She lived a life of luxury that earned her the nickname "goddess of wealth", but Chinese businesswoman Zhimin Qian now faces a long jail sentence after police made the U.K.'s largest-ever cryptocurrency seizure of Bitcoin worth over $6 billion.
Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:21:41 ZFrench FM vows to 'defeat' drug trade on Colombia trip
France's foreign minister has vowed to "defeat" rapidly spreading drug trafficking in Europe, as he spoke to AFP on a trip to Colombia, a major narcotics producer.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:43:54 ZŞanlıurfa Archaeology Museum marks 10th year
The Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, which showcases the story of humanity from prehistoric times to the present through thousands of artifacts, has attracted 1,789,209 visitors since its opening on May 24, 2015.
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...