Stories from Istanbul · Turkey

Fraudsters are reportedly selling unripe or spoiled raisins by using a 'fountain trick' to enhance their color and shine. This deceptive practice has resurfaced and gained attention due to images published on social media platforms.

The Turkish Lira has reached a new level of 15,000 points against the dollar. This increase is noted to strengthen the market and its psychological impact.

A change has occurred in a proposal aimed at reducing taxes on manufacturing and agricultural activities.

The nature of the 'random' establishment was not further specified by the source.

A director's performance garnered interest, with the individual being likened to the late Turkish singer Barış Manço.

17,000 tickets for a festival in a small park sold out within minutes due to high demand. Approximately 10,000 people were on a waiting list for tickets.

An issue related to the cancellation of the People's Party's board of directors was reported.

A report indicates that funds are being transferred to QMB Mobile accounts without the account holder's knowledge.

An operation against the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality was announced during the morning hours. Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Oktay Özel was released under judicial supervision, pending seven criminal cases. Investigations are ongoing for 22 defendants.

Sharif Bitlis, a former deputy to the generals, has submitted a request to the public prosecutor to reopen his case. Bitlis died in a plane crash in 1993. The head of the interest investigation department requested the prosecutor to reconsider the file.