Museum of Islamic Civilizations blends heritage and technology

Sean Penn wins supporting actor Oscar, skips ceremony

Troy’s legacy meets international audiences in Malta

Mimar Sinan’s first chief architect mosque in Istanbul

Akra Jazz Festival to take place in June

'Snow White,' 'War of the Worlds' top Razzies

Tulip exhibition brings together rich legacy of traditional arts

The traditional arts exhibition “Tulip: Timeless Flow,” which is on view at the Istanbul Tulip Museum, aims to bring together the deep-rooted legacy of traditional arts during Ramadan.

Pink Floyd guitar 'Black Strat' sells at auction for record $14.6 mln

A guitar used by Pink Floyd's David Gilmour on some of the British progressive rock band's best-loved albums has sold for a record $14.6 million, auction house Christie's said.

Serendipity in mountains

Barcelona is one of the major tourist destinations in Spain, but few people think of the city as a gateway to the mighty mountains and ski resorts during the winter season.

Ukraine's sculpture rescued from frontline tours Europe

An "Origami Deer" statue rescued from a Ukrainian city destroyed and occupied by Moscow's army is touring six European countries before featuring at the 61st Venice Biennale, which has sparked outrage over the inclusion of Russian artists.

'One Battle After Another' dominates Oscars

"One Battle After Another" triumphed at the Oscars on Sunday, winning six awards, including the coveted best picture statuette, besting "Sinners" in a thrilling finale to one of the most competitive awards seasons in recent years.

Kars, Ardahan attract winter tourism

Nestled in Türkiye’s far east, the border provinces of Kars and Ardahan attract visitors during the winter months with their rich history, cultural heritage and natural beauty.  

Question behind Noma controversy

The controversy surrounding Noma has sparked a wider debate about power, kitchen culture and unpaid labor in fine dining, as the gastronomic world begins questioning the ‘god-chef’ myth built around figures such as René Redzepi.

CSO to premiere ‘Çanakkale Symphonic Poem’

The Presidential Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is preparing to stage the world premiere of “Çanakkale Symphonic Poem,” a new work composed by award-winning young composer Cem Esen for the March 18 Çanakkale Victory.

Shakira says career still beginning after three decades

Shakira says she feels like her career is only beginning, even as she marks more than three decades in music and earns a nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Students help revive historic stones of Stratonikeia

Students receiving part of their education through fieldwork at the ancient city of Stratonikeia in the Yatağan district of Muğla are helping preserve cultural heritage by restoring historical artifacts uncovered during excavations in a stone workshop known as the “stone hospital.”

King penguins temporarily benefit from warming world

While climate change often disrupts species interactions, king penguins are an unusual exception. Researchers studying 19,000 birds on a sub-Antarctic island found breeding now begins 19 days earlier than in 2000, boosting success rates by 40 percent, according to Science Advances.

'Legendary' Barbra Streisand to receive Honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes

Hollywood and Broadway legend Barbra Streisand will be awarded an Honorary Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival, organizers announced on March 11, honoring a career that has spanned more than six decades.