{:en} A Life on the Other Side of the World By Melda Sherman — reporting from Boston In this story, I’ll quite literally take you to the other side of the globe — to the Southern Hemisphere, to Sydney, Australia. My guest, Buket Behçet Balaban, speaks candidly about not only what life is like in Sydney, but also how migration shapes a person’s outlook, resilience, and sense of belonging. This interview feels especially meaningful to me, as Buket is also a reader of my book Migratory Birds. I’d like to take this chance to thank her once again for our warm and heartfelt exchange. Buket Behcet BALABAN/ Sydney From Izmir to Sydney:...

{:en} I'm starting the first article of 2023 with Walt Disney's words "If you can dream it, you can do it"... We started 2023 with a new page, a new beginning and new hopes.  Every year, while some people achieve their dreams, others keep their hopes for the next year with a weak hope after dozens of disappointments… We are determined.  Our newspaper is full of hope and has just been born.  You will observe that knowledge, energy and joy overflow from the writings of our authors.  Together, we will set a stone on the path to happiness.  As the Great Leader Atatürk said, "A healthy mind resides...

{:en} When evaluating nutritional status, it should be taken into consideration that each individual's metabolism is different and that their body may react differently to different foods. Genetic, environmental, socio-economic conditions, intestinal barrier integrity, presence of dysbiosis, exercise, hormone levels, stress, etc. Many factors can cause foods to be perceived as friend or foe by the body. Food intolerance or non-allergic food sensitivity is the term used for various physiological responses associated with compounds found in foods. Although a food, beverage, food additive or a compound found in food may cause symptoms in one or more organs and systems, we cannot talk about true food allergy here....

{:en} We start the week with the Sun-Pluto sextile (positive). There will be situations such as receiving support from authority figures, advancing in the career field, and increasing self-confidence. Mars-Pluto sextile angle will occur on November 22. In this respect, we may feel powerful, but if we use this power negatively, it will be inevitable for us to be defeated. On November 22, the Sun moves into Sagittarius. Happy birthday, dear Sagittarius. The periods when the Sun moves into Sagittarius are generally suitable times to receive education, specialize in a subject, learn a foreign language and go on travels. Venus-Chiron opposition will occur on November 22. There...

{:en} Dear ReadersI wish everyone a wonderful week.Here are the daily influences for all rising signs for the week of November 24–30. ARIES RISINGThe week begins with the Virgo Moon, bringing structure to your work and health routines. The Moon–Saturn trine adds discipline, while the Moon–Neptune opposition may create confusion. The Libra Moon on November 26–27 brings relationship confrontations, and the Moon–Pluto square may reveal an important truth. The Scorpio Moon on November 28–29 triggers a key conversation about money, inheritance, or hidden emotions. The Sagittarius Moon on November 30 expands your vision and leads to a new decision.Avoid making hasty decisions this week—especially regarding money and partnerships....

{:en} It was June. While I was thinking about a different itinerary, Dublin was calling me! I was ready to fly to Dublin of the Vikings, the capital and most historically important city of Ireland! I had already landed at the airport for Dublin, the subject of James Joyce's Ulysses and mentioned in Radiohead's "How to disappear completely" song "I float down the Liffey! Dublin, a city of art, culture, and natural beauty, is a combination of the Irish words Dubh and Linn, meaning 'black pond'. On the way from the airport to the city center, I realized that planning to see all the major tourist attractions would...

{:en} In  the last ten years, meditation has grown from a purely spiritual practice into something that fascinates scientists too. Neuroscientific studies reveal that consistent meditation has the power to reshape how the brain works and even its physical structure. Research shows that meditation can positively change our brains, strengthening areas responsible for thinking, memory, and emotional control. As a result, we handle stress better, think more clearly, and focus more effectively. Consistent meditation also helps quiet the mind and sharpen attention. In addition, meditation may increase gray matter in the brain, which could help slow age-related decline in memory and cognition, providing advantages for both the young...

{:en} Take a moment to think about the last time you felt joy. Did you smile broadly, laugh out loud, or quietly savor the moment? The answer likely depends on where you are from. In Latin America or people with Latin cultures, emotions are often expressed openly. Joy is loud, grief is shared, and anger can be temperamental but fleeting. This openness comes from a collective culture, where emotional expression strengthens bonds. In contrast, in East Asia, emotions are more covered or more silent. Societies like Japan and China value harmony, often prioritizing emotional restraint to maintain social balance. A Japanese person might feel the same joy...