Author: Daily Sabah With DHA

A military helicopter belonging to the Army Aviation School crashed near a fuel station in Keçiborlu district, Isparta, located in southwestern Türkiye. Five people have died, and ambulance and fire brigade teams were dispatched to the scene. Isparta Mayor Şükrü Başdeğirmen stated that they received information about the crash of a military helicopter in Keçiborlu district and that all the municipality’s fire and search-and-rescue teams had been sent to the area. Başdeğirmen also mentioned that the search-and-rescue teams were on their way and awaiting further information. He added that there was no information yet regarding the total number of personnel…

The second phase of restoration work at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque has begun, focusing on vital repairs to the 2nd Bayezid Minaret. The extensive restoration project, launched under the guidance of the Directorate General of Foundations, aims to preserve the iconic structure and ensure its longevity for future generations. The restoration efforts include dismantling and reinforcing parts of the second Bayezid Minaret. One significant aspect of the work involved removing the decorative balcony (şerefe) section of the minaret. This was done to assess the underlying structure and carry out necessary repairs. Associate professor Ahmet Güleç, a member of the scientific…

In Hatay, in southern Türkiye near the Syrian border, the Samandağ pepper, which is produced on 2,347 decares of land and has a Scoville heat rating of 50,000, is considered “Türkiye’s hottest pepper.” While waiting for the harvest, dietitian Izem Zekiye Tum said, “When consumed in appropriate amounts, it provides significant health benefits. Most importantly, it accelerates metabolism and helps with weight loss.” The Samandağ pepper, grown under protective covers on 2,347 decares of land, has begun to ripen. With its 50,000 Scoville heat rating, it holds the distinction of being Türkiye’s hottest pepper. The producers have also applied the…

In Hatay, in southern Türkiye near the Syrian border, the Samandağ pepper, which is produced on 2,347 decares of land and has a Scoville heat rating of 50,000, is considered “Türkiye’s hottest pepper.” While waiting for the harvest, dietitian Izem Zekiye Tum said, “When consumed in appropriate amounts, it provides significant health benefits. Most importantly, it accelerates metabolism and helps with weight loss.” The Samandağ pepper, grown under protective covers on 2,347 decares of land, has begun to ripen. With its 50,000 Scoville heat rating, it holds the distinction of being Türkiye’s hottest pepper. The producers have also applied the…

The Zeugma Mosaic Museum, located in Gaziantep in southeastern Türkiye near the Syrian border, is one of the largest mosaic museums in the world. Since its opening, it has welcomed 3.15 million visitors. Gaziantep Governor Kemal Çeber stated, “Since its establishment, our museum has hosted 3.15 million visitors. We estimate that 25% of our visitors are foreigners.” The museum is famous for the “Gypsy Girl” mosaic, the Mars Statue and villa floor mosaics found during excavations along the Euphrates River. The mosaics in the museum include examples from churches from the late antique period and early Syriac and Christian iconography.…

The lowest temperature in Türkiye was measured at minus 25.3 degrees Celsius (minus 13.5 degrees Fahrenheit) in the Hacıömer Neighborhood of Tekman District, Erzurum, located in the Eastern Anatolia Region. The sight of hot water being thrown into the air, instantly freezing and crystallizing, created a visual spectacle. While the cold in the Eastern Anatolia Region negatively impacted daily life, it also produced beautiful scenes for photography enthusiasts. The hot water thrown into the air by staff at the Manege Area and the Equestrian Coordination Center on the Atatürk University campus created intriguing images as they froze into crystals. Sema…

In Adana, southern Türkiye, known for its cultural richness and history, the country’s most comprehensive digital proverbs dictionary containing over 18,000 proverbs has been created using artificial intelligence. With a target to increase the number of proverbs to 30,000 within a year, project leader professor Engin Çetin, a faculty member at Çukurova University’s (ÇÜ) Department of Turkish Language and Literature, said, “Readers will be able to find all proverbs recorded from our earliest texts, such as the Orkhon Inscriptions, up to the early 20th century. Our project is also a historical study encompassing a 1,200-year period.” Çetin initiated the “Turkish…

In a unique celebration of bitcoin’s dramatic rise, a local agency in Istanbul’s Kadıköy distributed free lokma (a traditional Turkish dessert) to mark the cryptocurrency’s surge towards $100,000. Since the beginning of November, bitcoin has seen a remarkable 136% increase, setting a new record high. An eye-catching banner hung on the lokma distribution vehicle read: “Not dollars, not gold, I am here; 1 bitcoin is $100,000.” The event quickly attracted attention, with a long line forming for the free treats. Speaking to the press, a representative from the agency explained the purpose behind the event. “Bitcoin is almost at $100,000,…

In a unique celebration of bitcoin’s dramatic rise, a local agency in Istanbul’s Kadıköy distributed free lokma (a traditional Turkish dessert) to mark the cryptocurrency’s surge towards $100,000. Since the beginning of November, bitcoin has seen a remarkable 136% increase, setting a new record high. An eye-catching banner hung on the lokma distribution vehicle read: “Not dollars, not gold, I am here; 1 bitcoin is $100,000.” The event quickly attracted attention, with a long line forming for the free treats. Speaking to the press, a representative from the agency explained the purpose behind the event. “Bitcoin is almost at $100,000,…

First lady Emine Erdoğan emphasized the urgent need for collective action in the fight against violence, marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on social media. In her message, she highlighted the profound impact of violence, stating that “the darkness of violence not only wounds a body but also a soul, a future and a generation.” Erdoğan called for a united effort to eradicate the root causes of violence, noting that such progress could only be achieved through the combined efforts of the government, media, civil society organizations and individuals. “Eradicating the root of violence depends…