İstanbul Kültür Sanat Vakfı (İKSV) tarafından düzenlenen 33. İstanbul Caz Festivali, caz dünyasının önemli eserlerini ve müzisyenlerini dinleyicilerle buluşturuyor. Festival kapsamında yayımlanan arşiv kayıtları ve canlı performans seçkileri arasında, efsanevi caz sanatçısı Miles Davis'in 1981 yılına ait ikonik performansları da cazseverlerin beğenisine sunuluyor.
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Scientists from the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Istanbul Technical University (ITU) have published new research regarding the characterization and application potential of a robust recombinant laccase enzyme, designated as rTpLcc3. Located at the Maslak campus, the faculty's findings contribute to advancements in biotechnology and environmental application potentials for enzymatic processes.
Source: Nature
A specialized plane carrying humanitarian aid, alongside search and rescue teams, has departed from Istanbul Atatürk Airport bound for Venezuela. The mission, which took off on June 26, 2026, forms part of Turkey's international disaster relief efforts and humanitarian aid operations to assist foreign nations in times of crisis.
Source: Reuters Connect
A high-level diplomatic meeting has commenced in Istanbul, focusing on economic and commercial diplomacy. Diplomats gathered to review trade performance, align regional priorities, and strengthen bilateral economic frameworks. The strategic sessions aim to bolster economic growth and enhance market access between Turkey, the Middle East, and the European Union.
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Istanbul is hosting the Global Muslim Content (GMC) Summit, an international event dedicated to digital media and broadcasting. The summit serves as a collaborative hub, bringing together Muslim content creators, media professionals, and key industry leaders. The event aims to foster networking, align media production standards, and discuss emerging trends in content creation tailored to global Muslim audiences.
Source: Yenisafak English
An Istanbul court has convicted a hotel owner and three pest control workers following the fatal poisoning of a German-Turkish family. The victims were poisoned by lethal insecticides used to treat a reported bedbug infestation at a hotel in Istanbul.
The Çağlayan Court convicted the hotel owner, Hakan Oglak, along with three pest control operators, on charges of causing multiple deaths through negligence. The court handed down long prison sentences to the four individuals involved, concluding a high-profile trial surrounding safety violations in the hospitality and pest control sectors.
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The WN Istanbul'26 gaming industry conference has concluded, drawing 510 representatives from various international and local game development and publishing companies. The business-to-business (B2B) event featured participation from notable industry entities, including employees from PlaySide Studios and Rovio Entertainment, focusing on networking, partnership opportunities, and market insights within the gaming sector.
Source: Game World Observer
Labels: Istanbul, Gaming Industry, Business, WN Conference
