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Driver Fined for Tying Dog to Motorcycle in Kağıthane, Istanbul

In Istanbul's Kağıthane district, a driver was caught on video making his dog run behind his motorcycle. Police intervened, and although a veterinary...

Building Collapses During Demolition in Güngören, Two Adjacent Buildings Evacuated

A five-story building collapsed during demolition for an urban transformation project in Istanbul's Güngören district on Saturday at approximately 4:00 PM. The incident...

Beşiktaş Takes 1-0 Lead in Basketball Super League Play-off Finals

Beşiktaş defeated Fenerbahçe 88-80 in the first game of the Turkey Sigorta Basketball Super League Play-off Finals, taking a 1-0 lead in the...

Stunning Sunset and Rainbow Over Istanbul After Rain

After a day of heavy rain, Istanbul was treated to a spectacular visual feast as a vibrant rainbow and a stunning sunset graced...

Earthquakes Reported Across Turkey on June 14, 2026: AFAD and Kandilli Latest Data

Several earthquakes were recorded across Turkey on June 14, 2026, according to data from AFAD and Kandilli Observatories. While most were minor, the...

Brawl Erupts at Pendik Marmaray Station, Security Guard Assaulted

A fight between two passengers escalated at Pendik Marmaray station in Istanbul, leading to a physical altercation with security personnel and a cleaning...

Rainbow Appears in Şişli After Rain, Creating Stunning Evening Sky Views

A beautiful rainbow formed in the skies over Şişli, Istanbul, in the evening after rainfall, creating stunning visuals. The phenomenon was visible across...

Swimming Banned in Beykoz Coastal Areas Due to High Waves

Swimming has been banned in the coastal areas of Beykoz, Istanbul, bordering the Black Sea for Saturday, June 13, 2026, due to high...

Istanbul Stock Exchange Closes with Gains Following Peace Statements

The BIST 100 index of the Istanbul Stock Exchange closed the day with a 1.42% gain, reaching 13,938.48 points, driven by positive sentiment...

Eight Suspects Detained in Istanbul for Allegedly Funding ISIS Under “Humanitarian Aid” Guise

Eight suspects were apprehended in Istanbul during an operation targeting individuals allegedly providing financial support to the ISIS terrorist organization by collecting money...

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