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Pollution surges in Antarctica amid booming tourism: Scientists
Sabah
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August 21, 2025
Soaring numbers of tourists and expanding research projects are increasingly polluting Antarctica, scientists warned Wednesday, a fresh blow for one of Earth's most pristine environments already threatened by human-driven climate change. In...
Turkish Platform Next Sosyal Surpasses 1M Users
MENAFN
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August 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Next Sosyal, a rising Turkish social media platform, has officially surpassed 1 million users, according to Selçuk Bayraktar, Chairman of the TEKNOFEST Executive Board and head of the Türkiye Technology Team Foundation (T3 Foundation)....
Wood awarded contract for Turkey’s largest polypropylene plant
Chemical Engineering
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August 22, 2025
Wood is deploying over 70 project management experts to support the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) phase for the polypropylene plant, as well as the engineering and procurement for the terminal facility under contracts valued at...
With waters at 32C, Mediterranean tropicalisation shifts into high gear
TerraDaily
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With waters at 32C, Mediterranean tropicalisation shifts into high gear By R�mi BANET Istanbul (AFP) Aug 15, 2025 When Murat Draman went scuba diving off the coast of the southern Turkish province of Antalya and saw the temperature in the depths...
Green shopping online: Tips to spot real sustainability
Sabah
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August 22, 2025
One way to be climate-friendly: Shop sustainably. But figuring out which products count as "sustainable” can be hard, especially when buying online. As ordering with a computer or phone becomes more ubiquitous, the number of online products...
Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) Prices Q2 2025: Trends, Index & Forecast Insights
MENAFN
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August 25, 2025
(MENAFN- IMARC Group) Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) Prices Outlook Q2 2025 USA: US$ 943/MT China: US$ 641/MT Japan: US$ 586/MT Germany: US$ 713/MT Turkey: US$ 736/MT Regional Prices Movement: USA: The purified terephthalic acid (PTA) price...
Turkey plans October 5G spectrum auction
GCN
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August 20, 2025
Turkey’s announcement of its October 5G spectrum auction represents a critical milestone in the country’s digital transformation strategy, positioning the nation to compete with European counterparts in next-generation telecommunications...
Climate Crisis and Tourism: Wildfires Change Holidays in Turkey
Tornos News
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August 20, 2025
Demand Shifts North – Bookings Drop by Up to 20% in August in Southern Regions The climate crisis is starting to shape new trends in Turkey’s tourism, as heatwaves and devastating wildfires hit traditional summer destinations on the country’s...
Chocolaterie Robert expands green energy investment with hybrid power system in Madagascar
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 25, 2025
MADAGASCAR – Madagascar’s leading cocoa and chocolate manufacturer, Chocolaterie Robert, has announced a major investment in renewable energy through the installation of a hybrid power system. The initiative is designed to enhance sustainability,...
Turkish Airlines says offer to buy stake in Air Europa accepted
New Age Bangladesh
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Agence France-Presse . Istanbul 20 August, 2025, 23:46 Turkish Airlines on Tuesday said Air Europa had accepted its 300-million-euro ($350 million) offer to purchase a minority stake in the indebted Spanish airline. In a statement to the Istanbul...
Wood bags PMC contract for Turkey's largest polypropylene plant
Indian Chemical News
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Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, is providing project management consultancy (PMC) services to develop Turkey’s largest polypropylene plant and associated terminal facility as part of the Ceyhan project. Wood is deploying over...
Turkish Airlines says bid for Spain's Air Europa stake accepted
Sabah
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August 19, 2025
National flag carrier Turkish Airlines (THY) announced Tuesday that Air Europa accepted its offer for the acquisition of a minority stake in Spanish airline. The Turkish carrier disclosed in June that it was holding non-binding talks over a...
13 Places In Indiana Every Hoosier Should Visit At Least Once
WIBC 93.1 FM - Indiana
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August 25, 2025
Being a Hoosier means knowing what makes this state truly special — beyond basketball, racing, and those legendary pork tenderloins.It’s about embracing the charm, history, and hidden gems that make Indiana one of a kind.Whether you’re planning a...
48 baby turtles hatch, reach sea in western Türkiye
Sabah
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August 25, 2025
In Aydın, in western Türkiye, 48 baby turtles emerged from their nest on the beach and made their way to the sea. According to a statement from the Association for the Protection of Ecosystems and Nature Lovers, the caretta caretta nest at Sevgi...
Turkish scientists monitor Arctic ecosystems to track climate change
Sabah
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August 20, 2025
Turkish scientists have conducted extensive and systematic monitoring studies in the Arctic Ocean to investigate the effects of climate change on the region’s ecosystems, utilizing a combination of biological, chemical and physical data. The 5th...
Turkish Airlines says offer to buy stake in Spain's Air Europa accepted
ETInfra.com
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August 20, 2025
The airline submitted its binding offer on Tuesday to Globalia, the Spanish tourism group which holds an 80-percent stake in Air Europa.Turkish Airlines on Tuesday said Air Europa had accepted its 300-million-euro ($350 million) offer to purchase...
EXPLORING MICHIGAN: Visit a unique wildlife center with rare species, conservation classes
The CW 46 - Michigan
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CLARE, Mich.— If you've ever dreamed of going on a safari or hunting in the Rocky Mountains, a place in Clare has it all. Jay's and Webber Wildlife and Education Center in Clare has hundreds of preserved and mounted animals like lions, bison, and...
Turkish fishermen gear up to return to sea after seasonal break
Hurriyet Daily News
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August 20, 2025
TEKİRDAĞ Fishermen along Türkiye’s coast are preparing to set sail as the nationwide fishing ban comes to an end on Sept. 1, with high hopes for an abundant bonito season. In the northwestern city of Tekirdağ, crews have spent the summer repairing...
Turkey’s underground reserves worth trillions remain unexploited
MENAFN
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s vast underground reserves, valued at an estimated $3.5 trillion, remain largely unexploited, though experts suggest they could significantly reduce the country’s large trade deficit, which surpasses $60 billion annually. In the...
It's entirely possible to make housing construction more environmentally friendly
ScienceNorway
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August 21, 2025
Residential construction requires large amounts of energy and materials. But there is significant potential for savings. Researcher Şahin Akın and colleagues at NTNU have taken a closer look at resource use in the housing sector in West Asia and...