In a shocking turn of events, a family of four from Germany met a tragic end during their holiday in Istanbul. The initial investigation suggests that the cause of their deaths might be linked to pesticide exposure at their hotel. The family, who had been enjoying their vacation, suddenly fell ill. They sought medical help, but their condition worsened. Sadly, the t...
Pope Leo is set to make his first international trip as the leader of the Catholic Church, visiting Turkey and Lebanon from November 27 to December 2. This journey is significant not only because it's his first overseas visit but also because it highlights his focus on peace and unity among different Christian denominations. In Turkey, Pope Leo will join Patriarch B...
Turkish President Erdogan is set to have a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. The main topics will be peace efforts in Ukraine and the Black Sea grain deal. Turkey is in a unique position. It's a NATO member but has good relations with both Ukraine and Russia. This has allowed it to play a role in peace talks. Turkey hosted three rou...
Jamal Khashoggi was a brave man who spoke out against his government. He came from a well-known family in Saudi Arabia but left his home in 2017. He was not allowed to use Twitter anymore. He started writing for The Washington Post. He talked about how he was scared to speak up before. He did not want to lose his job or freedom. He did not want to put his family in d...
Ukraine is trying hard to get a big prisoner exchange going with Russia. They want to bring home 1, 200 Ukrainians who are being held captive. President Zelenskiy and his top security advisor have been talking about this a lot lately. The security chief, Rustem Umerov, just got back from meetings in Turkey and the UAE. He said these talks were all about getting the ...
Turkey and Egypt are planning to have a big talk about Gaza. Their foreign ministers will meet in Ankara to discuss the ceasefire and what comes next. Turkey has been very vocal against Israel's actions in Gaza, even calling it a genocide. Israel, of course, disagrees. Turkey, along with Egypt and Qatar, has been helping to keep the peace in Gaza. They want to make ...
A family from Germany was on a dream holiday in Istanbul. They were enjoying the sights and sounds of the city. They decided to try some local street food. This is something many tourists do. But this time, it ended in tragedy. The family of four ate at a popular spot in Ortakoy. This is a waterside neighborhood under a famous bridge. They tried several dishes. Thes...
In a shocking turn of events, authorities have made several arrests linked to a supposed Halloween terror scheme. The FBI claims to have stopped this ISIS-inspired plan. Three young men from Michigan and two from New Jersey are now facing serious charges. The Michigan group, including Ayob Nasser, his brother Mohmed Ali, and Majed Mahmoud, are accused of planning a ...
In a series of groundbreaking wins, Democrats have shattered glass ceilings and set new precedents in recent elections. These victories represent significant milestones in American politics, showcasing diversity and progress. One standout achievement was the election of the first female governor in Virginia. Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA officer and congresswoman...
In the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, living with HIV comes with a heavy burden. Stigma is a constant companion, making life harder for those affected. Between December 2021 and June 2022, a study shed light on how this stigma impacts their daily lives. The study involved 33 participants from Ilala Municipality. They shared their experiences in focus group discussi...