{:en} Melda Sherman: Hello, can you tell us a little about yourself? What is your name?     Sitki Gulergun: I was known as the “artist" in my town since I was a little boy. I left Turkey to study Art in Oxford, England, when I was 17 years old for 4 years. I then continued my studies by completing 3 Masters programs in London at St Martins School of Design. Please refer to the articles for more information & details. My name is Sitki Gulergun. Melda Sherman: Where are you from? Sitki Gulergun: I am originally from Mersin, a city in southern Turkey.  I grew up surrounded by my family's lemon...

{:en} “Youth is wasted on the young.” – George Bernard Shaw Is youth really wasted on the young? Or do we, as we grow older, begin to speak to the young with a tone that carries a hint of complaint, a sigh beneath the surface? As if an unspoken sentence lingers in the background: “We struggled… now it’s your turn.” Or that familiar refrain: “You’ll understand when you’re our age… though by then, it will be too late.” this phrase is not really about the young at all, but about life’s peculiar sense of timing. The one thing that, once gone, is truly gone: time itself. The...

{:en} On July 4, 1776, the adoption of the Declaration of Independence marked one of the most significant milestones in the founding of the United States. Today, Independence Day is celebrated across the nation as a symbol of freedom, democracy, and shared values. At ARTTMODERNMIAMI GAZETTE, we extend our warmest wishes to all our readers on this Independence Day and celebrate the unifying power of art, culture, and free expression. Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 ARTTMODERNMIAMI GAZETTE The Contemporary Voice of Art, Culture & Life {:}{:tr} 4 Temmuz 1776’da kabul edilen Bağımsızlık Bildirgesi, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin kuruluş sürecindeki en önemli dönüm noktalarından biri olarak tarihe geçti. Bugün, ülke genelinde kutlanan Bağımsızlık Günü; özgürlük, demokrasi ve ortak...

{:en} “If the mind is the kite, the breath is its rope.” I would like to start with this word that one ofmy dear teachers told me one day. The word Prana, which means breath, vital energy, vital force, comes from Sanskrit. “ayama” in the word pranayama means stretching, expanding, growing, extending/sustaining, and controlling. So “pranayama” can mean controlling the breath by extending and shortening it. The consciousness of 21st century people is so far away from realizing the perfect functioning of our body that we are not aware of what is going on inside our body. We think that our body will always work without even dwelling on...

{:en} Years passed.... Time slowly transformed everything. After all those hardships, Süreyya and Cem finally became American citizens. From the outside, life seemed to have finally fallen into place.Haluk, meanwhile, became a respected doctor at a hospital in New York. No one who sees him today could imagine that he once drove a taxi, or understand the conditions under which he arrived in America, or the struggles he endured. He had become a name people respected: Dr. Haluk Saygıner. Süreyya was still a smiling woman. But there are some smiles… that are only what appears on the surface. She had learned to hide everything she had lived through behind...

{:en} Dear readers, has arrived, and we are continuing with our weekly horoscope analysis. I would like to discuss the current astrological influences taking place between November 3rd and 9th. The general atmosphere of the week suggests that old patterns are beginning to lose their function, while the energy for restructuring and liberation is strong. With the Venus–Jupiter square forming on November 2nd, relationship tests related to dissatisfaction may arise. ♈ Aries Rising This week, the theme of action and innovation is strong for you. You may feel the urge to change some habits, especially in your work or daily routine. Mars is still active, so your energy is high —...

{:en} is a natural phase of life, bringing physical and emotional changes due to hormonal shifts. Hot flashes, sleep disruptions, joint and muscle aches, or sudden mood swings are common experiences for many women. Embracing regular exercise and yoga can be a powerful way to support your body, restore balance, and reconnect with your inner strength.Cardiovascular activities like walking, swimming, or light jogging strengthen your heart and boost your metabolism. Yoga and flexibility exercises create balance for both body and mind. Simple yoga poses and breathing practices enhance joint mobility, ease back and neck tension, and help reduce stress and anxiety. For example, Tadasana (Mountain Pose)...

{:en} Depression is a mental illness that occurs with a frequency of 4-7.1% in all countries, is associated with biological and environmental factors, and can be recurrent or chronic. Depression affects every area from a person's productivity to his social life and negatively impacts physical health. Gender, socioeconomic status, genetic factors, social support, alcohol and drug use, medical diseases, inflammation, and diet may increase the risk of depression. There is a two-way relationship between food and depression. Mood can affect which food individuals consume, and the foods consumed can affect mood. Depression can cause an unplanned increase or decrease in body weight. In studies, the strongest relationship between...