Author: Daily Sabah With AA

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent his well wishes to members of the Jewish community on the occasion of Hanukkah. In his message issued for Hanukkah, Erdoğan said, “I congratulate our Jewish community members on the occasion of Hanukkah and wish them well-being.” Hanukkah is celebrated by Jews worldwide for eight days and nights and falls on the 25th day of the Jewish month of Kislev, which coincides with late November to late December on the secular calendar. In Hebrew, Hanukkah means “dedication,” as the holiday celebrates the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem following the Jewish victory against the Seleucid…

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent his well wishes to members of the Jewish community on the occasion of Hanukkah. In his message issued for Hanukkah, Erdoğan said, “I congratulate our Jewish community members on the occasion of Hanukkah and wish them well-being.” Hanukkah is celebrated by Jews worldwide for eight days and nights and falls on the 25th day of the Jewish month of Kislev, which coincides with late November to late December on the secular calendar. In Hebrew, Hanukkah means “dedication,” as the holiday celebrates the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem following the Jewish victory against the Seleucid…

The trial of the mother of 2-year-old Sıla, who died in a hospital in Tekirdağ, northwestern Türkiye, after being sexually abused and beaten, has begun. The trial includes the mother, her partner, the father of one of the children involved, and the two minors who are charged in the case. At the Tekirdağ 2nd High Criminal Court, the closed hearing was attended by the mother’s partner, S.Ö., and the father of one of the children involved, K.A. Other defendants joined the session via the Audio and Video Information System (SEGBIS) from their respective prisons. The trial began with the consolidation…

The cat named “Reis,” who travels with its owner through Istanbul’s historical and tourist landmarks and streets, also takes rides on the nostalgic tram and ferry, exploring the city like a true wanderer. Fitness trainer Hakan Emrah has been exploring Istanbul’s historical and tourist sites, such as the Maiden’s Tower, Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, the Blue Mosque and Taksim Square, with his cat, Reis, for nearly three years. Reis, who observes the surroundings from his owner’s shoulder seems to truly enjoy discovering Istanbul. He roams the city like a traveler, visiting many places with his owner. While walking on the…

Türkiye’s cycling scene is gaining momentum, with Kahramanmaraş recently unveiling its first professional mountain biking team, MCT NOX, aiming to secure Olympic medals. Yusuf Alperen Ayar, Vice President of the Turkish Cycling Federation’s Mountain Biking Branch, highlighted the growing global interest in the sport during a promotional event for the team. Ayar emphasized that Turkish youth’s physical attributes make them well-suited for cycling success, particularly in mountain biking. “The reason we’re in Kahramanmaraş is because of the rising interest here. The city’s first professional mountain biking team has been established, and our goal is to win medals at the Olympics…

The second hearing has begun in the trial of four defendants held in custody, charged with aggravated life imprisonment for the murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran in Diyarbakır, southeastern Türkiye. For the hearing at the 8th High Criminal Court, the detained defendants were brought to Diyarbakır Courthouse from Diyarbakır Penitentiary Campus under strict security measures using prison transfer vehicles. Police barriers were placed in front of the Diyarbakır Courthouse as part of the security measures. Those attending the hearing were admitted to the courtroom after undergoing searches at two separate points inside and outside the courthouse. The defendants in custody,…

Türkiye Underwater Federation’s newly elected President Kadir Sağlam is setting ambitious goals for 2025, targeting top rankings across multiple disciplines. Speaking to Anadolu Agency (AA) after his election, following his appointment as the trustee in 2024, Sağlam outlined his vision for the federation. Despite facing significant challenges, he proudly acknowledged the federation’s successful year. “We inherited a federation in disarray, with no access to athlete or coach data. We built everything from scratch, revamping files, archives and working closely with the team,” he said. Sağlam highlighted several standout achievements for Turkish underwater athletes in 2024. Most notably, the spear-fishing team…

The second half of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague kicks off on Thursday, with thrilling matchups featuring Türkiye’s Anadolu Efes and Fenerbahçe in the 18th round of the competition. Anadolu Efes, currently in seventh place with 10 wins, will look to extend their winning streak after three consecutive victories. They’ll face Monaco away at the Gaston Medecin Arena, with tip-off set for 9:00 p.m. – Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe, fifth in the standings with 10 wins, aims to bounce back from two consecutive losses. They will travel to Belgrade to challenge Partizan at the Belgrade Arena on Friday. Match schedule: Dec. 26: 9:00…

In the first 17 weeks of Süper Lig, teams found their scoring rhythm predominantly in the second half of matches, with a clear trend toward late goals. The league, which concluded its first phase with the 17th-week fixtures, has seen a total of 439 goals scored across 153 games by 19 teams. Of these, 192 goals came in the first half, while 247 were netted after the break. Late-game surge The majority of goals came in the second half, with 73 scored in the opening 15 minutes. Breaking down the match minutes, the peak came between the 46th and 60th…

Turkish legend İlhan Mansız’s unforgettable golden goal in the 2002 World Cup continues to shine as football fans relive the iconic moments at FIFA’s Museum, where history comes to life. Located in Zurich, Switzerland, the FIFA Museum offers football fans an unparalleled opportunity to relive the sport’s most iconic moments. From signed jerseys by Maradona and Pele to Johan Cruyff’s legendary dribble, the museum immerses visitors in the unforgettable history of the World Cup and football’s greatest feats. Opened on Feb. 28, 2016, by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the museum spans 3,000 square meters and houses over a thousand rare…