2024

Environmental Group Discovers Location of Historic St. Anthony's Gate in Famagusta The environmental and cultural heritage group "Always Friends of Nature" has announced a revolutionary discovery concerning the ancient walls of Famagusta. Their study allows us to determine the location of one of the four historical gates of the city - the Gate of St. Anthony. In a written statement, the group's chairman,...

Merit Hotels hosted students of the Lefkoşa Special Education and Vocational Training School at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel within the scope of social projects. The event, organized with the aim of sharing the joy of the New Year and helping children create happy memories, gave students an unforgettable day at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel. As part of the annual traditional event held at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel, students...

Gazimagusa Mayor Suleyman Uluçay said that work is underway to renovate 35 parks across the city. In a statement made through the press office of the Gazimagusa Municipality, Mayor Uluçay provided the following information on the progress of the work: "There are a total of 35 parks within the boundaries of the municipality of Gazimagusa. This week, playgrounds were installed in 7 parks, shortcomings were...

In Tokyo, light installations and holiday shows fill the city with Christmas cheer, despite the lack of religious connection to the holiday. In Taipei, a Christmas tree has been erected near Taipei 101 and an entertainment city has been organized, and in Nairobi, shopping malls are already sparkling with Christmas lights. In Dubai, Christmas markets and a giant Santa add to the festive flavor. European...

Under the auspices of the presidency and the leadership of the wife of President Ersin Tatar, Sibel Tatar, the presentation of the "Keçada" brand took place. The event was held at the Concorde Tower Hotel in Nicosia with the participation of President Ersin Tatar, his wife, as well as a married couple of the Turkish ambassador to Nicosia and other high-ranking guests. The solemn part included a video...

Christmas lights were lit in London. On the square near the Covent Garden shopping center, there is an 18-meter Christmas tree. She was raised in the UK. 30,000 light bulbs sparkle among the branches. The building itself is also decorated with garlands. And inside, giant bells froze under the ceiling, as if they were about to ring. The mall is always crowded. Tourists are attracted by the luxury shops,...

In his speech at the evening, Lefkoşa Mayor Mehmet Harmanci spoke about the policies and projects they have implemented since he came to power to improve the living standards of people with special needs, their social adaptation, access to transportation, education and employment opportunities. Harmanji recalled that in 2014, an important decision was made for society when Celen Chagansoy, a person with...

Celebration in Paris. The huge word "Thank you" shines at Notre Dame Cathedral. This is a message to everyone who helped revive the iconic landmark after the fire. And now, five years later, Notre Dame is open again. As world leaders, including Donald Trump, gathered inside, hundreds of Parisians came to watch the opening outside. : "I wanted to hear the bells. Notre Dame's life is encapsulated in the...

On December 5, an event dedicated to "World Turkish Coffee Day" was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Nicosia. The organizer was Sevim Çağla Serim, the wife of Ambassador Yassin Ekrem Serim. The event was attended by high-ranking guests, including Sibel Tatar, wife of President Ersin Tatar, and Zerrin Ustel, wife of Prime Minister Unal Ustel. The participants learned about the history of...

One village in Hungary has now received its own gingerbread copy. The locals created it for Christmas. Agnes Kelemen, deputy head of the dance ensemble: "We use 70 kg of flour, 20 kg of powdered sugar, 20 kg of honey, 220 eggs and two large boxes of gingerbread spices." Everything turned out to be like in the real world: about 100 houses, enterprises, churches and a town hall. The windows glow comfortably,...

President Ersin Tatar participated in the Ülker Lefkoşa Marathon organized by Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB). According to the information provided by the presidential administration, Tatar, in his address to the press at the event, congratulated all those who contributed to the Lefkošiė Marathon, which has become a tradition. Drawing attention to the importance of the marathon, the funds from which will...

Flickering lights adorn the trees and buildings in Zagreb's historic center. The 15th annual Advent festival has started here. The mayor of the city opens the event, lighting a candle at the city fountain. Advent lasts four weeks before Christmas. Last year, it attracted more than 120,000 foreign visitors to Zagreb. In this, according to the city tourism department, hotels and other accommodation are...

The Chancellery of the Consular Department of the Russian Embassy in the Republic of Cyprus has provided assistance to more than 15 thousand Russians during the year of work in the north of the island. According to the Russian diplomatic mission in Nicosia, since its opening in August 2023, the office has received over 15 thousand visitors. Previously, consular services were provided in the difficult...

Estonian artist Marianna Seiman crochets flowers, mushrooms and shells. The products are very realistic with small details. Marianne learned to crochet as a child. With age, she mastered various crafts: felting, sewing and making jewelry from polymer clay. But, in the end, the woman returned to crocheting. First I knitted brooches, then mushrooms, marine life and flowers. "The flowers became larger, I...

Under the leadership of Nazenin Ruso Kandemir, a lecturer at the Faculty of Tourism and Chairman of the Center for Public Sensitivity (TDM) of the Eastern Mediterranean University (DAÜ), in cooperation with the Touring Club, an event was organized on the theme of olive harvesting and olive oil production with the slogan "The olive begins on the branch, culture lives at the table." According to a statement...

Trees on the Champs-Elysees in Paris turned into sparkling diamonds. Christmas garlands were solemnly lit here. The famous street was temporarily blocked for cars. In total, 400 trees are decorated with garlands. Now the entire two-kilometer street from the Place de la Concorde to the Place de l'Étoile, where the Arc de Triomphe rises, shines with lights. Tourist from India: "Great, wonderful. We come...

MÜSİAD EXPO, where the TRNC is also represented, opened its doors in Istanbul today. The event, held at the TÜYAP Exhibition and Congress Center, was attended by Turkish Deputy President Cevdet Yilmaz, TRNC Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Culture, Youth and Environment Fikri Ataoğlu, Turkish Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek, Turkish Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat, as well...

Five days a week, Athena Powell turns her garage in Perth into a temporary food warehouse to help those in need. Everything is free here. Athena Powell, Perth resident: "The movement has grown a lot, so many volunteers and so many people in need of help." It was her personal experience that prompted the Australian to start helping the people of Perth. Fresh products come from supermarkets and from...

Iskele Metropolitan Municipality entered into a twinning agreement with Yenişehir Metropolitan Municipality, which became its 11th sister city. The protocol was signed at a ceremony held in the building of the Iskele municipality. Mayor of Iskele Hasan Sadıkoğlu and Mayor of Yenişehir Abdullah Özyğit emphasized that the friendship between the cities began long before the official formalization of...

The Christmas market at St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest has been recognized as the best in Europe more than once. Here you can not only buy handicrafts, but also make a gastronomic journey. This year, almost 200 types of food and drinks are offered here. The official culinary curator of the fair is the famous Hungarian chef Lazar Kovács. He visits the market every day and goes around the stalls where...

The 50th anniversary of Net Holding, which makes a significant contribution to the tourism and economy of many countries, including Turkey and Northern Cyprus, was celebrated with a grand gala evening at the Merit Royal Diamond Hotel. The 50th anniversary of the Cyprus Gala, which began with an opening speech by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Net Holding, Besim Tibuk, brought together the...

Medical experts agree that walking is the easiest way to improve physical and mental health, strengthen the body, and prevent various diseases. While this isn't the only type of exercise you should do, it's the first step to living a healthy life. As recommended by American doctors, adults should engage in moderate intensity physical activity for at least 2.5 hours a week. It helps reduce the risk of heart...

President Ersin Tatar received congratulations on the occasion of Republic Day celebrated on November 15. The ceremony at the Presidential Palace was attended by Deputy President of Turkey Cevdet Yilmaz, who represented President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Speaker of the Parliament Ziya Öztürkler, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel, President of the Supreme Court Bertan Özerdağ, Turkish Ambassador to...

Egyptian Omar Nok has become a social media celebrity as he has been posting stages of his unique journey from Egypt to Japan. He decided to get to the Land of the Rising Sun by any means, but not by plane. In the course of his journey, he used boats, trains, camels, and even hitchhiking. More than 750 thousand people have subscribed to his page on the social network during this time. Omar Nok,...

!️Important: The deadline for paying taxes for those who have a permit, but do not have an individual title, has been extended for another 60 working days from 12.11 to 06.02.25. If you need the help of a lawyer, since you are not on the island or for any other reasons, Veles lawyers are always in touch and ready to help. Contact the numbers: +90 548 833 38 48 +90 542 875 04...

The first solo exhibition of artist Feza Aygın Sanyvar entitled "From Nature to Paper" opened at Ercan Airport. The exhibition consists of works created by hand from recycled paper and plant materials. The basis for the works were leaves, natural plants and a unique processing technique that reflects the author's style. Feza Aigyn Sanyvar expressed gratitude for the opportunity to present her works at the...

Age is not an obstacle to surfing - this is what the Brazilians decided to prove. 300 surfers over 50 years old gathered on the beach in Santos, in the state of São Paulo. Many of them became interested in this sport just a few years ago. The participants of the event also tried to break the world record for the number of people surfing at the same time. It was not possible to achieve the goal, since only...

A commemoration ceremony was held in Lefkoş on the occasion of the 86th anniversary of the death of the founder of the Republic of Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. High-ranking officials, military officials, students and citizens gathered at the Atatürk Cultural Center to honor his contribution to the development of the country. The event began with a minute of silence and the performance of the...

These cute Christmas mice are just one of the products that stores hope will encourage shoppers to spend money this holiday season. From trinkets, wreaths and garlands to luxurious scented candles: companies showcase the latest trends at London's Spirit of Christmas fair. More than 600 retailers gathered here. Many expect that the upcoming holidays will bring more profit. Last year's holiday season was...

In cooperation with Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB) and the Solidarity Association of Patients with Kidney and Dialysis Diseases, seedlings were planted in the "Dr. Zerrin Akalin" Park in the Lefkoşa district of Ortakoy. Planting of seedlings was carried out in Dr. Zerrin Akalın Park in the Lefkoşa district of Ortaköy with the assistance of Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB) and the Solidarity Association of...