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Ukrainian embassy in Turkey launches aid campaign
An aid campaign has been launched by the Ukrainian Embassy in Ankara after Russia's attack on the country and a total of $10,800, along with 900,000 Turkish Liras, were collected as of late Feb. 26, a statement from the embassy said.
"This money will be used to strengthen the Ukrainian army and the defense of our country, down to the last penny," the embassy tweeted.
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Marine mucilage reappears on Istanbul coast
Marine mucilage, a thick layer of glop that invaded Turkey's Marmara Sea last year, has reappeared off Istanbul's Maltepe coasts, while experts noted that the natural phenomenon may affect the region this summer again.
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High level of air pollution in Istanbul worries experts
Air pollution in several districts of Istanbul has reached "dangerous levels" in recent days, according to official figures, prompting concern among experts.
New regulation caps refugee population at certain level in provinces
As part of plans to keep foreign population at certain levels within local communities, officials are not allowing 16 provinces, including Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir, to admit additional refugees for settlement.
Istanbul Modern’s last days in Beyoğlu
Istanbul Modern is getting ready to leave its temporary space in Beyoğlu. The venue will host its visitors for the last time on Feb 27 and then will move to its new building in Karaköy, bearing the signature of Renzo Piano and is set to open soon.
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Experts warn of risks from growing population density in Istanbul
Istanbul is underprepared for its booming population, and the sustainability of urban life will be at risk if the population continues to increase, experts have warned.
The debates on the sustainability of urban life in Istanbul became headlines again following the announcement of the population data for 2021 by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).
Zorlu PSM to host London X Istanbul
Istanbul's Zorlu PSM will host London X Istanbul, the first special concert series curated by the EFG London Jazz Festival, carrying the current buzz of fresh and innovative sounds booming from the U.K.
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Maiden’s Tower to open in April as restoration nears end
Restoration works at the Maiden's Tower in Istanbul have neared an end as the historical tower is expected to be presented to the public in April, İhlas News Agency has reported.
"The dome is strengthened with carbon fibers, the roof has been raised and fortification walls have emerged," it reported on Feb. 18.
Central Bank to move to Istanbul in Summer
The Turkish Central Bank will move its headquarters from Ankara to Istanbul this summer, according to an internal e-mail notice reported by the local media on Feb. 14.
Last year, Central Bank Governor Şahap Kavcıoğlu told the media about plans to relocate the bank's units to the Istanbul Financial Center (IFC), which is still under construction, within 2022.
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Outcry Grows in Turkey Over Soaring Utility Bills
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