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The European Union recently imposed restrictions on the sale of wet wipes made from non-biodegradable, plastic-containing materials in member countries. It has been alleged that the Ministry of Trade in Turkey is also considering a similar measure. With the Ministry's new regulation, the sale of wet wipes in supermarkets will be banned in Turkey, which is among the countries with the highest consumption of wet wipes worldwide.Source: Sözcü

A new development has unfolded concerning Jeffrey Epstein, who lost his life in prison while being tried on charges of human trafficking, child abuse, and sexual assault. Despite all objections from US President Donald Trump, a bill that will ensure all information held by the Department of Justice about Epstein is disclosed to the public passed through the US House of Representatives with a vote of 427 to 1. Following approval from the US Senate and the signature of President Donald Trump, the bill will come into effect.

Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani, who emerged victorious in the mayoral elections held in New York, made a pointed reference to the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. He emphatically stated, 'If he sets foot in New York, he will be arrested.'

In a statement, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warned that Russia could potentially launch an attack on Europe by the summer of 2028, and experts have expressed their concerns, stating, 'We believe we are living through our last peaceful summer.' In response to the German minister's remarks, Maria Zaharova, the spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, retorted, 'Now, everyone knows who the real aggressor is.'

Following a stabbing incident involving a Turkish citizen in Montenegro, the situation escalated into racially motivated attacks targeted at Turkish citizens. Consequently, the Montenegrin government announced the cancellation of visa-free travel rights for Turkish nationals. Montenegro's Foreign Minister, Ervin İbrahimovic, expressed his belief that the suspension of the visa-free travel agreement with Turkey could be lifted within 10-15 days.

American YouTube sensation, Jack Doherty, was taken into custody in Miami, facing allegations of drug possession and resistance to arrest. Known for his provocative videos where he stirs up the average Joe, Doherty boasts a following that runs into millions.

A 22-year-old youth in the city of Koropi, Greece, nearly lost his life while joking around with friends. The young man was rushed to the hospital after swallowing a whole hamburger without chewing it. It was revealed that he was without breath for two minutes and was subsequently intubated.

The Economist has released its traditional 'year' cover. As with every year, the cover for 2026, which was recently published, contains hidden messages. These covers released by The Economist are referred to as 'what will happen in 2026'. The hidden messages in the cover are being analyzed by experts and conspiracy theorists. So, what will happen in the world in 2026? Here is The Economist's 2026 cover with its hidden meanings.

The Böcek family, who were staying at a hotel in Fatih, Istanbul, experienced a tragedy when they were rushed to the hospital under suspicion of poisoning. Six-year-old Kadir, three-year-old Masal, and their mother Çiğdem Böcek, who had traveled from Germany to Istanbul for a vacation, lost their lives. Meanwhile, the father, Servet Böcek, is currently undergoing treatment in intensive care. An investigation is ongoing into the suspicion that the family was poisoned after consuming baked potatoes, mussels, a type of Turkish wrap called tantuni, and sausage during the day.

Municipal workers in the town of Bannewitz, near Dresden in Germany, stumbled upon ten small gold bars while mowing the grass. The gold, worth a total of 30,000 Euros (approximately 1.5 million TL), was handed over to the police. Authorities are now on the hunt for the owner of the discovered gold.

Once valued at over a billion dollars, Sonder, a former partner of the hospitality giant Marriott, abruptly declared bankruptcy. Known as a competitor to Airbnb, Sonder offered short-term rental and boutique hotel services in over 40 locations worldwide, from Amsterdam to Dubai. The sudden bankruptcy came in the wake of Marriott International terminating their licensing agreement with Sonder. Following the abrupt decision of Sonder Holdings to file for bankruptcy, hundreds of guests staying at these hotels were hastily evicted. Some guests were shocked to discover their belongings either stuffed into plastic bags or left in the hallways upon returning to their rooms.

Democratic Party representatives in the US have released emails sent by billionaire pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The emails between Epstein and US President Donald Trump have become a hot topic. It also emerged that Tom Barrack, the US Ambassador to Turkey and Special Representative to Syria, was on Epstein's mailing list. In an email sent by Epstein to Barrack, it was seen that he wrote, 'Send a picture with the child, it will make me smile.'

There has been a tragic development regarding Huriye Helvacı and her son, who have been missing for 10 days in Kastamonu. The lifeless body of 5-year-old Osman has been found. The search for mother Huriye Helvacı continues.More details to follow...

Ibrahim Hacıosmanoğlu, the President of the Turkish Football Federation, has made statements regarding a betting scandal in football, following which the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office initiated an investigation. The Prosecutor's Office announced a few days ago that arrest warrants had been issued for 21 individuals. According to allegations, after the referees, it's now the footballers' turn in the betting scandal. As part of the investigation, which also involves Interpol, statements will be taken from 600 footballers in relation to the betting issue.Source: Sözcü

The unusually high temperatures observed in November have sparked concerns of 'Will it snow?' While boots and coats are still tucked away in closets, there's growing curiosity about when winter will make its arrival in the country. In recent years, the western part of the country has been yearning for the characteristic winter season. The sight of snowflakes gently falling has become almost a dream. However, a critical statement has been made by Meteorology Expert Prof. Dr. Orhan Şen. Orhan Şen has disclosed how this winter season will unfold.

Iranian President Mesud Pezeshkian has highlighted the country's serious threat of drought. Stressing that rainfall in Tehran has dipped below critical levels, Pezeshkian warned, 'If rain doesn't fall soon, we will be compelled to evacuate the capital.' The President, noting the rapid depletion of water resources across Iran, cautioned that if urgent measures are not taken, a major humanitarian crisis could ensue.

It has come to light that Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York, is one of the shareholders of Real Oviedo, a team from Spain's La Liga.At 34, Mamdani, who has been the youngest mayor of the city since 1892, had previously disclosed that he bought a share from the team, known for nurturing players like Michu and Santi Cazorla, back in 2012.A post made by Mamdani in 2012 on X (formerly known as Twitter) has resurfaced. In that post, he stated, 'Just bought a share, I'm probably the first Oviedo shareholder living in Maine.'Following the post going viral once again, the club responded with the message: 'Congratulations on your victory. New York has now taken on a much more Oviedo blue hue.'Source: BBC