October 2024

"A solemn "Republican Cortege" was held in Lefkosa in honor of the 101st anniversary of the Republic of Turkey. The march, organized by the Ministry of Education, was attended by students of Lefkoşa schools, President Ersin Tatar, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel, Turkish Ambassador Yasin Ekrem Serim, representatives of the Security Forces and other officials. The motorcade with the flags of Turkey, the TRNC...

Diwali is also a festival of lights. In India, it is customary to light lanterns and candles as a symbol of the victory of good over evil. In London, concerts and fairs are held in honor of Diwali. This year, the festival was attended by the mayor of the city, Sadiq Khan. He has Pakistani roots, and he tries to unite the different communities of the city. Guest of the festival: "London has always been and...

The Ministry of National Defense of Turkey (MSB) has announced a large-scale music program in honor of Republic Day, which will be held on October 29. Brass band concerts are planned in several cities in Turkey, as well as in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). In a message from the ministry posted on social media, citizens and visitors to the country are invited to join the festivities,...

The 7th NTD International Piano Competition kicked off in New York at the Kaufmann Music Center. 16 participants from nine countries gathered here to show their skills. Everyone submits two selected works based on the requirements of the competition committee. They should include compositions by classical composers such as Bach and Paganini. The young participants also showed impressive skills. Wei Wu had...

The new Aston Martin Vanquish will make its debut in Venice. It is the fastest and most powerful production car of the British brand and its flagship. The two-seater hypercar is equipped with a gasoline power unit. There will be no hybrids or electric versions. The name of the model means "to win". Marco Mattiacci, Aston Martin employee: "This is the most iconic car in our lineup. It's a brand new flagship...

From October 25 to 27, 2024, a grand event will take place in the picturesque regions of Kyrenia, Serdarli, Tirmen and Ergenekon, the Kyrenia Rally, organized by the Tourism and Automobile Association of Northern Cyprus. This exciting event promises to give viewers and participants a lot of positive emotions and vivid impressions! A special stage of the race (rally show) will be held on Kordonboyu Street...

The Famagusta City Orchestra once again delighted the audience at the "Unforgettable Love Songs" concert organized by the local municipality. The evening, which took place in Namık Kemal Square, was not only a musical event, but also an action of solidarity, drawing attention to the case of Isias. A special moment of the concert was the performance of the guest artist Dervish Işgüzar together with the...

Cinderella, spider and hot dogs - there is a lot to see in Tompkins Square Park in New York today. Dozens of dogs with their owners participate in a costume parade dedicated to Halloween. The owners tried to come up with the most amazing outfits for shaggy pets. Among the participants are both music lovers and sports fans. In the owner of the dog: "His name is Gremlin. He is wearing a T-shirt of (former...

In Rio de Janeiro, 2,000 runners helped collect food for the poor. There are still two months before Christmas, and everyone is already preparing for the holiday. A race was dedicated to the upcoming celebration, and a charity one. Citizen Action, a local non-profit organization, is raising money for groceries for low-income Brazilian families. According to statistics, last year, 64 million Brazilians...

Yesterday, President Ersin Tatar visited the lively Arasta district of Lefkoşa, where he met with local merchants and residents. His visit was an important event for the district, because such meetings strengthen ties between the authorities and society. Traders shared their thoughts and ideas with the president, as well as discussed topical issues related to improving the business environment. The...

If a tourist in Rome wants to make a wish and come back here again, then he just needs to throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain. As the legend goes, you need to do this while standing with your back to the fountain and throwing a coin over your left shoulder. Millions of tourists do this every year. But where does all this money go? For more than 15 years, thanks to an agreement with Rome, the Catholic...

The 9th International Competition "Top Model of Northern Cyprus" was held on the territory of the Grand Sapphire Resort, impressing with the high level of organization. The winner of the competition was Hayat Gökel, representing the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the second place was taken by Evelie Maria from Canada, and the third place was taken by Athena Podsevalova from France. The title of...

Two rescued southern sea otters make their debut at the New York Aquarium. These orphaned females were found off the coast of California when they were still cubs. They decided to take the sea otters. At first, marine predators lived in different zoos. Now their permanent home will be the New York Aquarium. Southern sea otters live on the coast of California. Once the population of these animals was in...

On October 16, a seminar dedicated to World Food Day was held in the conference hall of the Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Industry (KTSO). The event, organized jointly with the Chamber of Food Engineers, was devoted to the issues of "Food Security – One Health" and "Innovative Approaches in Food Packaging". The seminar opened with speeches by Best Oymen, Chairman of the Chamber of Food Engineers, Erçin...

During the hot summer months, cities heat up to unprecedented temperatures. Due to the lack of greenery, so-called "heat islands" are formed there, which are much hotter than in rural areas. Now German inventors have created special oases that will help reduce the temperature. A Frankfurt-based startup has developed an architectural solution for urban landscaping. Its vertical landscaping system includes...

This year, the 14th Festival-Competition of Sand Sculptures of the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) took place. The event took place on Sunday, October 13, from 10.00 to 18.00 on the territory of the Marine Structures of the EMU. The organizers of this traditional event were the Faculty of Architecture of EMU, the Department of Interior Architecture and the Design Club under the Department of Social...

Tatarov and Christodoulides will meet in New York for talks on the Cyprus issue as part of the ongoing efforts by the United Nations to find a solution to the protracted conflict. Discussions will focus on resolving the issue of the division of Cyprus, which has remained unresolved since 1974, when the island was split between the Greek Cypriot south and the Turkish Cypriot north. The meeting is taking...

In Hong Kong, the number of pandas tripled thanks to the birth of two cubs, brother and sister, on August 15. Before that, only two pandas lived in the city, which did not give offspring. The new addition was the first panda birth in Hong Kong, which aroused great interest among locals. The mother of the cubs, 19-year-old Ying Ying, and her partner Le Le were donated by China in 2007. Ying Ying became...

Three universities of the TRNC were included in the prestigious ranking of the British edition of Times Higher Education, which was a significant achievement for the education system of the region. Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Near East University (NEU) and Cyprus International University (CIU) have been included in the group of 601-800 best universities in the world for 2025 according to the...

This hairdressing salon in Brisbane, Australia, is made for people with very curly hair. Here they can easily cope even with such hair as Africans. Hairdresser and stylist Pat has been specializing in curly hair for 13 years. The choice is understandable, since she herself has such hair. Pat's career began in Brazil. Last year, the woman moved to Australia. Pat Dionyzio, hairdresser-stylist: "When I...

Frenchman Com Girardot jumped into the water from a cliff 44 meters high. At the same time, the speed of the fall reached 106 kilometers per hour. So the athlete set a new world record for "jumps of death". This is a very dangerous trick, and it cannot be performed without special training. Girardot made a jump near the city of Aldeaquemada in Spanish Andalusia. Next to the rock is the Simbarra...

Famagusta Metropolitan Municipality announces new initiatives aimed at improving road order and strengthening urban well-being. From Monday, October 14, measures will come into force that will help maintain road safety for all residents and guests of the city. Fines for improper parking will be imposed by the relevant unit of the municipality, as well as by traffic police officers. The fixed fine for...

An enchanting performance played out in the sky over Finnish Lapland. It seemed to be covered with a huge curtain in the form of the northern lights. This atmospheric phenomenon was captured by a photographer from the town of Sodankylä. At the same time, it was possible to capture a bright red glow, which is rare. It could be seen at about midnight local time. The aurora borealis began as soon as it...

Fatma Nida Toko became the first TRNC winner to win a gymnastics medal abroad. She placed 3rd in the women's individual category at the 2024 Turkish Championships. Her outstanding performance brought a historic victory for the country. Another athlete, Asli Asli, finished the championship in 16th place. In the category where athletes born in 2015 competed in their age groups, Fatma Nida Toko became the...

It was still October, and snowflakes swirled on Regent Street in London. So far, this is not real snow, but winter, and therefore Christmas, is coming. At least, that's what Hamleys, the world's oldest toy store, thinks. Keane Herman, General Store Manager: "It's never too early for Christmas. We start talking about Christmas in January. As soon as one Christmas is over, we are already thinking about...

This Saturday, the "1st Meeting of Cultures" Festival, organized by Erenköy-Karpaz Municipality, will be held in the central square of the village of Dipkarpaz, promising a whole day of bright celebrations and cultural exchanges The events will begin in the morning, and a rich program will delight guests throughout the day. Visitors will enjoy: performances of folk dance groups, a competition of local...

Expressing his gratitude to Selçuk Bayraktaram, a member of the Board of Directors of TEKNOFEST and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Turkish Technology Development Foundation, Tatar said: "TEKNOFEST is a large and significant organization that makes a noticeable impression in the world. Thanks to the important initiatives of Mr. Selcuk Bayraktar, Turkey has received a significant impetus in the...

Thousands of lights flash and soon go out in the night sky over Seoul. The city hosts the International Fireworks Festival. Teams of the best pyrotechnicians from South Korea, Japan and the United States staged a grandiose light show. A few hours before the performance, the audience took the best seats in the city park overlooking the Hangang River. Each team of pyrotechnicians has prepared its own show,...

It has long been known that dolphins love to play. They chase each other, perform acrobatic stunts in the water and jump over its surface. And now Italian scientists have found out that dolphins can also smile. Of course, these sea creatures do not have such lively facial expressions as, for example, dogs or monkeys. Dolphins simply open their mouths, or, as it is also called, their beaks. Scientists...

On September 25, 2024, the 22nd Annual Northern Cyprus International Music Festival started. World-famous virtuosos and leading artists of the country will perform in the hall of the Bellapais Abbey. The festival brings together music of different styles - from baroque to rock, classical and jazz, opera and symphony, folk and ethnic motifs. The festival is supported by the TRNC Ministry of Tourism and...