Istanbul

The nation celebrated the 101st anniversary of the Turkish Republic's founding on Oct. 29, with festivities held in cities across the country.

In the capital Ankara, streets and squares were adorned with Turkish flags, and citizens paid homage to modern Türkiye founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk by visiting Anıtkabir, his mausoleum.

The country's northern and central regions are expected to witness foggy weather, while temperatures are predicted to remain stable nationwide, according to the Turkish State Meteorological Service's weekly report.

In the 2024-2025 academic year, approximately 394,000 of the roughly 1.74 million students enrolled in Turkish higher education institutions have chosen Istanbul, highlighting the city's appeal as a vibrant center for education.

The nation is commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Turkish Republic with celebratory events across the country, paying tribute to the country's founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

Commemorations are spread across major cities, bringing citizens together for concerts, parades and public gatherings.

The Turkish Environment Agency (TÜÇA), affiliated with the Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry, has begun sea cleaning efforts in Istanbul's coastal areas to tackle marine pollution.

The 19th edition of Contemporary Istanbul, which brings together galleries, artists and art lovers from all around the world in Istanbul, opened on Oct. 22.

The printed volumes of Reşad Ekrem Koçu's "Istanbul Encyclopedia" and thousands of related archival sources have been digitized and are now online.

The railway project on the Third Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, also called the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, as a part of the Development Road project that aims to connect Asia to Europe, is gaining traction among international lenders.

The Istanbul leg of the fifth Presidential International Yacht Races will commence on Oct. 26, organizers have announced.

As Istanbul's rental market continues to surge, even the most rundown homes are attracting high prices, leaving many potential tenants shocked by the living conditions on offer.

Basement homes without daylight, damp walls, broken cabinets and unsanitary kitchens and bathrooms are being listed for as much as 10,000 Turkish Liras (around $290).