An artificial pond, located near one of the city’s prime recreational areas, has nearly become a public health hazard in Malatya. Sewage and chemical effluents discharged into Beyler Creek, a vital artery of the city, accumulate in the pond, compounding environmental and health concerns.

Bursa Metropolitan Municipality is diligently crafting an Environmental Master Plan that will guide the city until 2050. Ecology advocates emphasize that its successful implementation is just as crucial as its innovative design, viewing the plan as nothing less than the “constitution of the city”

While industrial football has long been driven by profit, the stadiums that captivate fans are now seamlessly blending with urban landscapes and nature. In recent years, new-generation stadiums in Turkey and around the globe have embraced sustainable innovations, redefining the legacy of the game

Elida Zerri’s unwavering conviction has gradually dispelled the initial criticism and enabled her family to embrace her lifestyle: “Those who once dismissed me as crazy have come to respect my choice”

The endemic salamander of Marmaris is facing extinction. Rescuing this serene and gentle creature from the Red List requires safeguarding its habitat against the dual challenges of construction frenzy and climate change

Earthquake survivors who relocated to Ankara are struggling to access the promised aid, a situation that underscores the growing urban poverty in the capital

The growing trend of stubble burning among farmers is causing widespread ecological damage. This practice decimates a myriad of plant species and vital organisms, while leaving the soil parched, stripped of nutrients, and ultimately infertile

Researchers at Van’s public university in eastern Turkey are leading the charge in developing organic and biological substitutes for chemical pesticides. Their work leverages natural processes to enhance efficiency while firmly protecting ecosystems, paving the way for a sustainable future in farming

The Circular Fashion Collective is spearheading waste reduction by offering innovative solutions for repurposing clothing through its workshop programs and reuse swap events, and underscores that sustainable fashion is not merely an option but a vital necessity

Water levels in Adıyaman’s dams have fallen to just 40 percent capacity. Rising temperatures and increased evaporation underscore the persistent drought in the region, while potential water shortages could affect earthquake survivors in temporary shelters.

In Malazgirt, milder winters and delayed snowfall are disrupting traditional migratory routes, forcing thousands of birds to seek refuge in the town during sudden snowstorms.

Savunmasız Canlar is a safe haven located in Gölyazı, Bursa, dedicated to providing a home for dogs who cannot find shelter on the streets. Volunteers come together to share resources and care for hundreds of dogs, with their numbers increasing daily due to recent changes in the legislation

As rivalry between the two nations slowly turn into what some are calling a “Cold War” and formerly friendly relations further sink into memory, the saga has given a vision of another kind of relationship; a vision where the two sides don’t purely see each other through hostility and where people from the two countries can even become “friends”

One country that has been watching the whole situation with glee, however, is North Korea; the country’s state news described the situation as “chaos” and called South Korea a “fascist dictatorship”

The China-US relationship that Nixon and Carter established defined the world for decades. Now, it may soon become just a distant memory

Unethical practices and differing legal regulations in the global surrogacy market—especially along the Turkey-Georgia-Northern Cyprus route—underscore the need for international oversight

Istanbul played a significant role in enabling Baldwin to see himself as a black queer writer. His legacy will undoubtedly contribute to the conversation on how people in Turkey can reimagine their values in the future.

P24 held a panel discussion on press capture and its implications for ensuring journalistic standards in Turkey to mark this year’s World Press Freedom Day