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ChatGPT adoption ranking surprises, Türkiye outpaces US and Europe
The AI storm is affecting the entire world, and the latest report on adoption rates has shattered expectations. Countries known as the birthplace of the technology have been left behind, while European giants are nowhere to be seen. The top spot on this global list, where Türkiye finds its rightful place, reveals a very different picture in terms of user habits. Here are the countries that have embraced AI the most, and the surprising results...
13 January 2026
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Karabük snowfall disrupts travel as key mountain pass turns white
Heavy snowfall has blanketed the northwestern Turkish province of Karabük, transforming its high-altitude landscapes and causing significant travel disruptions, with authorities implementing strict road controls for safety.
12 January 2026
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Young Palestinian uses tire pump to keep his mother alive amid war
In a stark image of desperation emerging from the conflict, a young Palestinian man is using a simple bicycle tire pump in a life-or-death attempt to keep his mother breathing. With medical facilities destroyed or inaccessible and a crippling shortage of supplies, families are resorting to extreme improvisation to survive.
08 January 2026
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Population maps have changed! The world's 20 most populous cities have been announced: Istanbul's position on the list stands out.
The United Nations has published its list of 'The World's Most Populous Cities'. While many cities from New York to Tokyo are included in the list, Istanbul's position stood out. Here are the 20 most populous cities in the world and Istanbul's place on that list...
07 January 2026
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Seddülbahir Castle nominated for european museum of the year award 2026
Turkey's historic Seddülbahir Castle in Çanakkale has been nominated for the prestigious European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2026. Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy stated the nomination reflects international recognition of Turkey's vision in preserving cultural heritage through contemporary museology.
05 January 2026
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Aerial views capture Mardin's historic beauty under winter snow
The ancient city of Mardin in southeastern Türkiye has been transformed into a stunning winter landscape after a recent snowfall. Aerial photographs reveal its iconic stone architecture and cultural landmarks beautifully blanketed in white.
30 December 2025
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Snowbound herders rescued after road clearance in Bitlis, Türkiye
A successful rescue operation in eastern Türkiye has freed three cattle herders and their livestock who were stranded in a remote hamlet after heavy snow blocked their passage. Teams from the Hizan District Governorate cleared the road following an urgent call for help.
29 December 2025
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Flamingos skip migration, make Türkiye's Adana lagoons their year-round home
Flamingos in Türkiye's southern Adana province have abandoned their migratory patterns, becoming permanent residents of the Akyatan and Yumurtalık lagoons. The birds adapt to winter conditions, showcasing the wetlands' ecological health.
26 December 2025
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Palestinians protest for prefab housing in Gaza as buildings risk collapse
Displaced Palestinians and Civil Defense crews in Gaza's Sheikh Ridwan neighborhood protested on the rubble of a recently collapsed building, demanding the entry of prefabricated houses. They warned that children face severe cold and life-threatening conditions amid worsening winter weather.
25 December 2025
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Touristic Eastern Express launches 2025 season on Ankara Kars route
22 December 2025
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Alhambra Palace: A Testament to Islamic Heritage and Architectural Brilliance in Spain
The Alhambra Palace in Granada stands as a monumental symbol of Islamic civilization in Europe. This 13th-century Nasrid citadel, renowned for its intricate Islamic art and engineering, showcases a cultural zenith. As a top UNESCO site, it underscores the enduring historical and artistic legacy of Al-Andalus, attracting global visitors to this key Spanish landmark.
19 December 2025
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Aid groups serve hot meals as Gaza's displacement crisis worsens
Humanitarian organizations are distributing hot meals to displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza's al-Mawasi area near Khan Younis. This effort comes amid a severe and deteriorating food shortage across the Gaza Strip, where limited aid deliveries fail to meet basic needs, forcing countless residents to rely on soup kitchens for survival.
18 December 2025
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Hudson River freezes near Kingston as bitter cold grips US east coast
An intense cold wave moving across the eastern United States has caused sections of the Hudson River in upstate New York to freeze over. Ice has formed around the historic Rondout Lighthouse in Kingston due to temperatures falling well below seasonal averages.
17 December 2025
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First photos from Epstein's private Island reveal dental chair and phones
Previously unreleased photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's private island have been leaked, showing peculiar details like a dental chair and telephones labeled for offices. The images offer a rare glimpse into the secluded property at the center of a global sex trafficking scandal involving high-profile figures.
05 December 2025
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Wild goats silhouette against full moon on Türkiye's Mount Erek
A striking scene was captured in eastern Türkiye as a herd of wild mountain goats stood silhouetted on the rocky ridges of Mount Erek during the rise of the full moon, highlighting the region's unique wildlife.
04 December 2025
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Daily struggle for survival in Gaza's Nuseirat Camp amid ruins
In the central Gaza Strip, Palestinians in Nuseirat Camp navigate a shattered landscape of rubble and debris from ongoing Israeli military operations. With basic infrastructure destroyed, families now live in makeshift tents, facing severe shortages of essential supplies like
03 December 2025
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Submerged village mosque visited by kayak in Türkiye's Yusufeli
In a striking visual record of a landscape transformed by a major infrastructure project, a submerged village mosque in northeastern Türkiye has been visited and filmed by a content creator using a kayak. The mosque, located in the former Çeltikdüzü (Göcek) village in Artvin province, became partially visible after water levels receded in the reservoir of the Yusufeli Dam. Professional swimmer and videographer Serhat İnce paddled into the structure through a window to document its waterlogged interior, creating an archive of the communities displaced by the dam's construction.
02 December 2025
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Ancient mosaic depicting mythological figures unearthed in Türkiye's Iznik
Archaeologists in northwestern Türkiye have fully revealed a stunning 3rd-century floor mosaic in Iznik, featuring intricate depictions including a personification of Lake İznik. The discovery, first spotted over a decade ago, provides new insights into the region's rich Roman-era artistic heritage.
01 December 2025
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Bazda Caves: Türkiye's 2,000-year-old underground marvel in Şanlıurfa
The ancient Bazda Caves in Şanlıurfa's Harran district, featured on UNESCO's World Heritage Tentative List, continue to captivate visitors with their impressive chambers and mysterious history. This remarkable underground complex, dating back approximately 2,000 years, features numerous squares, tunnels and galleries carved through solid rock.
28 November 2025
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