Istanbul extends ban on entry to forests

[ad_1] Istanbul executive powers have extended the ban on entry to forests until September 30, Report informs, citing Anadolu Agency. According to sources in the executive authorities, the move aims to restore forests as the national wealth. “Due to hot weather and strong wind, entry to forests and picnics around and inside the forests will… Continue reading Istanbul extends ban on entry to forests

12 Turkish provinces ban entry to forests

[ad_1] The authorities of 12 Turkish provinces have imposed a ban on visiting forests due to the raging forest fires in the country. Report informs that according to the circulars issued by the administrations of the provinces of Istanbul, Canakkale, Balikesir, Kocaeli, Izmir, Bursa, Aydin, Hatay, Konya, Ushak, Kirklareli, and Gaziantep, citizens are prohibited from… Continue reading 12 Turkish provinces ban entry to forests

Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon reelected as head of IOC Ethics Commission

[ad_1] Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon reelected chief of IOC Ethics Commission. Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has been reelected as Chairman of the Ethics Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Report informs citing TASS that it happened during the 138th session of the IOC held in Tokyo on Tuesday. Ban Ki-moon’s candidacy was… Continue reading Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon reelected as head of IOC Ethics Commission

UK welcomes Azerbaijan’s decision to ban single-use plastic tableware

[ad_1] The UK welcomes the ban on the import, production, and sale of single-use plastic mixing rods, forks, knives, spoons, plates, and cups in Azerbaijan from July 1, Report informs, citing the British Embassy in Baku. “Great news! Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste escapes into the oceans. We must collectively protect our… Continue reading UK welcomes Azerbaijan’s decision to ban single-use plastic tableware