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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

Known for his close ties to Donald Trump, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has established a new award dubbed the 'FIFA Peace Prize'. This accolade, often referred to as the Nobel Peace Prize of football, will be bestowed annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to peace and brought people together through their exceptional efforts.The inaugural ceremony is set to take place on December 5th at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, coinciding with the World Cup draw. The high-profile event is anticipated to be graced by the presence of Trump himself.

Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York, has sparked controversy with his plan to increase taxes on the city's affluent residents. Rapper 50 Cent criticized Mamdani with a post prepared using artificial intelligence, declaring 'New York is dead.' In response, Mamdani offered a humorous retort: 'Even under threat, I'm still listening to 50 Cent.'

As we approach the year 2026, Turkey, along with numerous other countries, has entered the process of raising the minimum wage. Ireland, known for having the second highest minimum wage in Europe, has sparked curiosity regarding the salaries received by its workers. Ireland, too, will be implementing a raise in the minimum wage in the coming year. In a country that sits at the top tier in terms of prosperity in Europe, there is an ongoing investigation into the state of wages. So, what is the minimum wage in Ireland?

For the past millennium, Iceland, a nation that has rarely engaged in conflicts with its neighbors, is now considering an unprecedented shift in its security policy.According to a report by The Times, the island nation, which hasn't had an army since 1869, hasn't been involved in an armed conflict since the 16th century. Despite being one of the founding members of NATO, its contribution to the alliance has been limited to providing bases and civil support until now.However, the melting glaciers in the Arctic region are reshaping geopolitical conditions, leading to a shift in balances. The increasing presence of Russian and Chinese vessels on northern routes, along with the more frequent sightings of Russian submarines in the North Atlantic, has sparked a debate in Iceland, questioning whether 'militarization is no longer a taboo?'Source: Oxygen

A pivotal decision concerning gold has been made in China, a country that holds a substantial portion of the global gold market. The Chinese Ministry of Finance announced the cancellation of incentives applied to gold sales within the country, effective from November 1st. Consequently, it is anticipated that prices will rise rapidly due to the absence of incentives for all gold bought and sold on the Shanghai Gold Exchange. However, it is suggested that the demand in China may decrease due to the more expensive gold, which could potentially trigger a wave of decline.

As the impact of the Covid19 pandemic continues globally, a concerning announcement has come from the World Health Organization (WHO). This time, the threat is named the 'M flower' virus. In a statement released, the WHO reported that cases of the 'clade 1b variant' of the M flower virus have spread beyond Africa. The WHO informed that the variant has been found in individuals with no recent travel history in Italy, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and the USA.

The ever-controversial US President Donald Trump, known for making headlines with every statement and every move, has once again succeeded in drawing attention to himself. This time, however, it wasn't his comments or decisions about countries that made the news; it was his bathroom and toilet. Trump shared images of his newly renovated bathroom in the White House on his social media account. Naturally, the bathroom, dominated by white, wouldn't be complete without a touch of gold leaf... Here we have Trump's gold-plated flush handle and trash bin...

Following a historic 13-hour session, the Latvian Parliament approved a law proposing the country's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention. Should President Edgars Rinkevics sign the law, Latvia would become the first European Union member state to exit this convention. The decision to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, internationally known as the 'Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence,' has sparked widespread reaction both within the country and abroad.

According to a report by Futurism, a science site based in New York, which cites a NASA official, the astronauts slated to go to the Moon as part of the Artemis 2 mission are currently unable to receive their paychecks. The report also mentions that payments to contracted personnel involved in the Artemis 2 mission are continuing for now. However, it was noted that should the government shutdown persist, this funding could quickly run dry.