Restored Macedonian Tower reopens to visitors

Neanderthals, modern humans shared cultural traditions in Türkiye

Bosphorus Open Air Metal Fest to return to Istanbul in September

Iraq’s film industry sees slow revival

Gold rings found during dig at Thailand archaeological site

Chanel brings dark fairy tale to life in Blazy’s second couture show

Glass terrace boosts tourism in Ihlara Valley

The Ihlara Glass Terrace, an observation deck overlooking the dramatic landscape of Ihlara Valley in the Central Anatolian province of Aksaray, has drawn strong interest from both domestic and international tourists during the first half of 2026, welcoming a total of 202,000 visitors.

Harry Styles sets record with 12-night Wembley run

British pop superstar Harry Styles set a new record when he wrapped up his sold-out 12-night residency at London’s Wembley Stadium on a high.

West Bank arts festival kicks off for first time since Gaza war

Ramallah’s Contemporary Arts Festival, one of the largest in the West Bank, started on July 6 for the first time since the war in Gaza shut down most cultural activities in the Israeli-occupied territory.

AI actress Tilly Norwood to star in feature film

Virtual actress Tilly Norwood, who hasn’t been cast in a film since her career was launched in fall 2025, may finally be getting her breakthrough role despite Hollywood’s disdain.

NASCAR uses youngest drivers for Rolling Stones collaboration

The first Rolling Stones album was released in 1964.

Tunceli Museum nominated for DASA

Marking a major milestone for the region’s cultural heritage, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced that eastern Türkiye’s Tunceli Museum has been nominated for the 2026 DASA Award — one of Europe’s most esteemed museum honors.

Sümela Monastery draws over 2 mln visitors in five years

Nestled in the Black Sea province of Trabzon’s Maçka district, the historic Sümela Monastery has welcomed more than 2 million domestic and international visitors over the past five years following the completion of its restoration on July 1, 2021.

Cappadocia opens heritage sites after dark

As part of a visionary effort to transform Türkiye’s nocturnal museum landscape, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced that advanced projection mapping and lighting systems have been deployed across Cappadocia’s major sites of Göreme, Paşabağları, Zelve and Erdemli Valley to create an unprecedented evening visitor experience

Jewelry worth millions stolen in French museum burglary

Burglars stole millions of euros’ worth of jewelry from the museum of French luxury glassmaker Lalique in a daring early-morning raid on July 5, just months after a stunning gem heist at the Louvre in Paris.

Protected Angora rabbits receive special care in Ankara

Endemic Angora rabbits, a breed native to Ankara that later spread around the world, are being bred under protection at the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality’s Atatürk Children’s and Wildlife Park.

Veteran Turkish actor Zihni Göktay dies aged 81

Veteran Turkish actor Zihni Göktay died on July 5 at the age of 81 after being hospitalized following a decline in his health.

Australian PM apologizes over Minogue remarks

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologized after sparking controversy with comments about pop star Kylie Minogue during a comedy podcast.