‘Çelebi’ ready its world premiere

Artifacts recovered from black market on display

44th Istanbul Film Festival kicks off

Medusa Mosaic in Kibyra reopens

White Lotus: Amazing Thailand!

Scarlett Johansson to star at Cannes as festival unveils line-up

Oscars to add stunt design award for its 100th ceremony

After many years of impassioned calls for an Oscar recognizing the art of the stunt, the film academy has decided to give it an official award.

Universal to build first European theme park

Universal has chosen the homeland of Harry Potter to build its first theme park and resort in Europe, the entertainment company and U.K. officials announced on April 9.

Two fish restaurants on two opposite sides of Istanbul

On opposite sides of Istanbul, Paraliaki and Del Mare offer two distinct fish dining experiences — one a fresh newcomer, the other a seasoned classic — both honoring the sea with simplicity, skill and soul

Sakıp Sabancı awards celebrate scholarly excellence in rethinking global values

The Sakıp Sabancı International Research Awards commemorated the 21st anniversary of Turkish businessman and philanthropist Sakıp Sabancı's passing by honoring distinguished scholars and emerging researchers tackling some of today's most pressing global challenges on April 10 in Istanbul.

Exhibition shines a light on women’s artistry

The exhibition "Behind the Shadow," by painter and academic Professor Hüsamettin Koçan, opened on April 8 at Istanbul's Merkür Gallery in Piyalepaşa, celebrating women's labor and creativity while showcasing traditional art elements that highlight the contributions of women from Bayburt to the artistic landscape.

Herd of animal puppets treks from Africa to Europe

A wildebeest, a gorilla and a giraffe were among the life-size puppets began a 20,000-kilometer trek across the globe on April 9 from the DR Congo capital, to raise awareness about migration due to climate change.

Frankfurt Turkish Theater Festival to open in May

The 12th edition of the Frankfurt Turkish Theater Festival, organized by Tiyatro Frankfurt, is set to welcome art enthusiasts starting May 26.

Moon's far side drier than the near side facing Earth

Soil and rocks returned from the moon’s mysterious far side suggest it may be drier than the side constantly facing Earth, Chinese scientists reported on April 9.

Historic fountains of Mardin under restoration

The historic fountains on the streets of the eastern province of Mardin, a city that serves as an open-air museum with its rich historical and cultural heritage, are being restored true to their original designs.

US-based team to launch excavation in Eastern Türkiye

A team of researchers from California-based Noah’s Ark Scans is preparing to launch an archaeological project at the Durupınar Formation in eastern Türkiye, an intriguing, 160-meter-long, boat-shaped formation located just 30 kilometers from Mount Ağrı, the country’s highest peak in the east.

Emerging artists to come together at CI Bloom

The fourth edition of the CI Bloom contemporary art fair will take place from April 16 to 20, starting with a preview on April 16 and featuring 25 contemporary art galleries

Italy watchdog slams ticket hoarding at Colosseum

Italy's competition watchdog said on April 8 it has fined the firm handling tickets for Rome's Colosseum and six tour operators "almost 20 million euros" for hoarding tickets, which forced tourists to pay more.