I saw the news that Manisa’s ‘mesir paste’ gains EU geographical indication I guess I only tried it once. What is Mesir Paste? Mesir paste, also known as mesir macunu in Turkish, is a traditional sweet confection with a rich history and cultural significance in Turkey. Here are the key aspects of mesir paste: Origin … Read more
Remember BeReal? Back in 2022, BeReal took the world by storm as the anti-social media platform. Instead of encouraging filters and edited photos, BeReal encouraged users to take off-the-cuff pictures of their lives. While this was a novel concept though, the reality was that not many people actually cared about sharing their normal lives. It … Read more
In recent days, Syria has witnessed a significant escalation in military activity, particularly in the northwestern region. This surge in conflict represents the most substantial shift in territorial control within Syria’s ongoing civil war in several years[1][2]. Rebel Offensive On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, rebel forces launched a major offensive in northwestern Syria, dubbed “Deterrence … Read more
Last week, Turkey witnessed a significant crackdown on journalists, with multiple arrests and detentions across the country. Here’s a summary of the key events: Mass Detention Operation (November 26-27, 2024) Turkish authorities conducted a large-scale operation targeting individuals suspected of having ties to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) or alleged offshoot organizations[3]. This operation resulted … Read more
I saw the news Probe launched into counterfeit dollar banknotes in Turkish market and i heard that even in the famous Grand Bazaar circles, store owners refrain from trading with cash dollars. The amount is supposed to be big! Recent reports indicate a significant rise in counterfeit U.S. dollar banknotes, particularly $50 and $100 denominations, … Read more
I am glad that there is a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. I am not sure about the details. Israel could not succeed in destroying Hezbollah; the latter will continue to exist. However, the organization lost nearly all its leadership and got humiliating blows. Still, it kept attacking Israeli cities, causing military and economic damage. … Read more
Here are key timestamps linked to significant moments in the video: 00:00:00 – Introduction to The Pirate Bay’s History and Infamy 00:00:31 – Legal Actions Against The Pirate Bay Founders 00:01:03 – Founding of The Pirate Bay 00:02:09 – The Growth of The Pirate Bay 00:03:41 – 2006 Police Raid and Its Backfire 00:06:30 – … Read more
Just finished watching Quo Vadis, Aida?. A heart-wrenching story: Aida is a translator for the UN in the small town of Srebrenica. When the Serbian army takes over the town, her family is among the thousands of citizens looking for shelter in the UN camp. A film, once again, reminding the complicity of international organizations … Read more
The video is in Turkish, but here are key timestamps linked to significant moments in the video: 00:00:01 – Introduction to Esat Kocadağ and the Origin of Espressolab 00:00:32 – Esat’s Early Journey and Connection to Coffee 00:01:35 – Opening the First Espressolab Store 00:04:30 – Transition from Hobby to Business Expansion 00:06:20 – International … Read more
As Turkish celebrities face investigation in illegal betting probe I check the scale of illegal betting in Türkiye: The scale of illegal betting in Turkey is substantial, with significant economic and social implications. Based on recent reports and estimates: Economic Impact The illegal betting sector in Turkey is estimated to generate over $10 billion … Read more
Summary 🎬 Rising Streaming Costs: The video begins with an overview of increasing subscription prices for major streaming services like Disney+, Netflix, and Hulu, which are becoming a burden for many consumers. 💡 Netflix’s Strategy: Netflix’s growth has relied on gaining subscribers and raising prices. However, they faced a slowdown in 2022, leading to initiatives … Read more
It is a pity that Mastodon is not mentioned at all during the current hype for Bluesky. After the last American election, Bluesky has a real chance of taking off. I have created a list of Fact-Checkers and Global Voices Community members who are moving to Bluesky en masse. Turkish users seem to prefer Bluesky … Read more
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and a senior Hamas military leader, Mohammed Deif. This decision, announced on November 21, 2024, stems from allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the events … Read more
There was a protest in İstanbul in front of the Italian embassy: Italy-Turkey Friendship Association supported the students who organized a protest over visa issues and left a black wreath in front of the consulate. Students who say that they are being kept waiting or denied visas even though they have earned the right to … Read more
The death of Ms. Çığ created an instant controversy among social media users. After the praiseful comments about her life, some began to criticize her role in experiments on political prisoners! Check out Baransel Ağca and Özlem Akarsu on X. Here is the translation of Ağca’s X message: … why we have never liked her: … Read more