General

Swimmer Aysu Turkoglu to battle Cook Strait crossing

Open sea swimmer Aysu Türkoğlu is travelling to New Zealand for her new goal, the “Cook Strait” crossing. Speaking at a press conference held at a hotel in Bodrum before the crossing in the capital Wellington on 23-27 March, 23-year-old Aysu Türkoğlu said that she will go to New Zealand on Wednesday 13 March. Stating…

Read More
Triple Delight for Realty World’s Team

Realty World has received three positive testimonials from happy clients in the last few weeks confirming that they are one of the best teams to work with when it comes to selling or buying your home. Help you at every step The agency, which is the sister company of Voices Newspaper, was highlighted by Barry.…

Read More
Plogging in Didim Report

By Anne Baxter-Cooper 9 hardy ploggers braved the bracing breeze on a bright, fresh February morning. Thank you to the Belediye for inviting us to join with Fevzi Pasa Akbuk primary school and the Marine Litter Watch group at Uslu Sitesi. It was a pleasure to see the children who are doing a project on…

Read More
Glenn Maffia – “A Good Friend With a Wicked Sense of Humour”

In memory of Glenn Maffia, the Voices columnist, who passed away on January 10 at the age of 66, Voices has compiled some reflections from friends and family. His brother Brian said: “Glenn was a wonderful brother and will be missed so much.” A cremation service will be held on Wednesday January 31, at 15.00…

Read More
28 Irregular Migrants Apprehended Off Bodrum Coast

A total of 28 irregular migrants attempting to leave the country illegally were apprehended off the coast of Bodrum. The Coast Guard Command said teams patrolling the waters off Bodrum intercepted a rubber boat in transit. It contained 28 irregular migrants attempting to travel abroad illegally. Following due process, the migrants were handed over to…

Read More
Surprising Turkish Superstitions

Breaking an Object Made of Glass: Most Turks associate breaking an object made of glass with the disappearance of negative energy or the evil eye. Breaking glass signifies getting rid of bad energy, a form of purification.   Ringing in the Ears: The ringing of the ears is a belief held by some individuals that…

Read More
Two bodies found on beach

In Bodrum district, two bodies, thought to be immigrants, were found on a beach and in the sea. Citizens walking on the beach in Mazı District noticed there was a motionless person on the beach. After the situation was reported to the 112 Emergency Call Center, gendarmerie, health and coast guard teams attended. No identification…

Read More
British army officer awarded for work in Turkey

A COLCHESTER-based Army officer has been recognised for his “truly pioneering” work helping people affected by the earthquake in Turkey. Captain Richard Ainsworth-Masiello has been awarded Associate of the Royal Red Cross (ARCC) by King Charles in the latest Operational Honours and Awards List. The award is in recognition of Richard’s role as a Mental…

Read More
House sales reverse long decline in July

Housing sales in Türkiye rebounded in July after five consecutive back-to-back declines, according to official data that also showed purchases by foreigners maintained a downward trend. Some 109,548 residential properties exchanged hands last month, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) said, marking a 16.7% year-over-year increase, driven in part by the low base effect. Property sales…

Read More
Summer concert creates major interest

A summer concert” was organized by Didim Culture and Art Association (DIKSAD) with the contributions of Didim Municipality and brought art lovers together with music. The concert, prepared by DİKSAD for the 100th Anniversary of the Republic, was held at the Nurullah Kocabıyık Cultural Center of the Didim Chamber of Commerce. Didim Garrison Commander Colonel…

Read More