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New excavation unearths Roman and Byzantine past at Türkiye's Rabat Castle
Archaeological work at Rabat Castle in southeastern Türkiye is revealing a 2,000-year-old history, with discoveries from Hellenistic to Byzantine eras promising to reshape the region's cultural heritage and tourism potential.
25 December 2025
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2025 archaeological discoveries rewrite human and natural history
From deliberate fire-making 400,000 years ago to the oldest human mummification in Vietnam, archaeological findings in 2025 have reshaped our understanding of prehistory, dinosaur behavior, and ancient civilizations across the globe.
24 December 2025
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Palestinian filmmaker Mohammad Bakri, Jenin documentary director, dies at 72
Palestinian actor and filmmaker Mohammad Bakri, a central figure in Palestinian cinema and political documentary, has died at the age of 72. Known internationally for directing the controversial documentary Jenin, Jenin, Bakri’s work focused on Palestinian memory, displacement and occupation. His death marks the end of a decades-long career spanning more than 40 films as an actor and director.
24 December 2025
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Istanbul's Topkapi Palace opens new gallery for historic Ottoman tiles
A newly opened gallery within Istanbul's Topkapi Palace showcases the evolution of Ottoman tile art, featuring over 250 restored pieces drawn from a collection of more than 2,000 crates preserved for decades.
24 December 2025
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A year of discovery: Türkiye's top archaeological finds of 2025
From Neolithic sculptures to Roman mosaics and Hittite glass, archaeological excavations across Türkiye in 2025 unveiled transformative discoveries, reshaping narratives of early human history and ancient civilizations.
23 December 2025
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Türkiye's Karahantepe named among top archaeological finds of 2025
The Neolithic site of Karahantepe in southeastern Türkiye has been selected by Archaeology Magazine as a top discovery, featuring a unique pillar with a carved human face and artifacts that may form the world's oldest 3D narrative.
23 December 2025
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Touristic Eastern Express launches 2025 season on Ankara Kars route
22 December 2025
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Turkish artists champion film diplomacy at Istanbul conference, cite "Ayla"
At the Film Diplomacy Conference 2025 in Istanbul, artists underscored cinema's historic role in international relations while cautioning against cultural imperialism. The Turkish film "Ayla" was highlighted as a prime example of soft power that strengthened Türkiye's ties with South Korea.
20 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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Over 300 million people now live outside their birth countries: IOM
The International Organization for Migration reports that an estimated 304 million people, roughly 4% of the world's population, currently reside outside their country of birth. The agency highlighted migrants' vital economic contributions through remittances and labor, while also warning of rising internal displacement and perilous journeys on routes like the Mediterranean.
18 December 2025
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Türkiye reclaims rare bronze emperor statue, other artifacts from US
A collection of ancient artifacts, including a monumental bronze statue of a Roman emperor and a Roman-era depiction of Demosthenes, has been officially returned to Türkiye from the United States. The works, now housed in Ankara, mark a significant victory for Türkiye's global campaign to recover its cultural heritage.
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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Türkiye's Troy exhibition heads to Rome's Colosseum in 2026 cultural diplomacy push
Culture Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced a major exhibition on the legendary city of Troy for Italy's Colosseum Archaeological Park. Slated for 2026, the show will feature artifacts from Turkish and Italian museums, highlighted by a performance of the Troy Opera. This marks the third consecutive cultural project from Türkiye to be showcased at the iconic Roman site.
16 December 2025
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Roman bathtub and statue uncovered in ephesus excavation in Türkiye
Archaeological work at the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus in Türkiye has revealed a rare Roman-era marble bathtub and a fragmented male statue reused as paving stone. Officials say the finds, uncovered along Stadium Street, shed new light on domestic life, urban reuse of materials and elite culture in one of Anatolia’s most important ancient cities.
15 December 2025
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Türkiye aims to build global brands from its wealth of regional products
With nearly 1,800 geographically indicated products, Türkiye ranks second globally in such registrations. Officials now seek to transform this heritage into powerful international brands to boost exports, tourism, and producer incomes through targeted training and marketing.
15 December 2025
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Hellenistic goddess statue head discovered in Türkiye's ancient Metropolis
Archaeologists in Izmir have uncovered the marble head of a goddess statue dating back to the Hellenistic period. The discovery at the Metropolis site offers significant insights into the region's ancient sculptural arts and may belong to a known statue of Hestia.
11 December 2025
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Marine pandemic threat pushes sea urchins toward global collapse
A new study warns that a fast-spreading marine disease has wiped out sea urchin populations from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean, triggering sharp ecological shifts. Scientists report that some species have nearly vanished since 2021, raising concerns about long-term impacts on coastal ecosystems and food chains.
11 December 2025
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Archaeologists uncover rare 4th-century mosaics in Türkiye's Hadrianopolis
A team of archaeologists has discovered a remarkably preserved 4th-century reception hall with unique mosaics in the ancient city of Hadrianopolis, in Türkiye's Black Sea region. The find, part of a larger palace complex, includes rare geometric and figurative designs never before recorded in Anatolian archaeology.
11 December 2025
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Türkiye ranks first in Europe, fourth globally in forest area increase
According to UN data, Türkiye has become Europe's leading nation and the world's fourth in expanding its forested areas over the last decade, adding an average of 118,000 hectares annually. China leads the global increase.
10 December 2025
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