Deadly alcohol poisoning strikes Istanbul as 30 people lose their lives and 65 are hospitalized due to tainted alcohol. Authorities in Turkey are cracking down on illegal alcohol sales after the recent increase in methanol poisonings.
More and more colleges and universities are setting goals for sustainable food, and a meat-free cafeteria is one of them. Not everyone agrees, but the trend seems irreversible.
Olympic athletes must choose between a damaged medal with emotional value or a shiny new replacement with no sentiment. The organization announced that returned medals will be destroyed and replaced with identical ones, creating doubts among athletes about preserving memories of their iconic achievements.
UN Coordinator Sigrid Kaag warns that despite the relief of a ceasefire in Gaza, a massive aid operation is necessary to help the people who have lost everything and calls on the international community to provide support in the form of donations or loans. The question of who should govern Gaza remains a complicated issue, with suggestions for a new political collaboration as the current authorities may not be the best option.
Family of late actor urges for privacy during difficult time, remembering him for his optimistic outlook on life.
Cabinet extensively criticized in House debate over handling of conclusions of parliamentary inquiry into government fraud policy, little action after year and most recommendations ignored, also concerns over complex legislation and social regulations.