Tragic Loss for Turkish Music: Legendary Muazzez Abacı Dies at 78

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Muazzez Abacı, the legendary name of Turkish Classical Music (Türk Sanat Müziği), passed away on her 78th birthday in the U.S., where she had traveled to visit her daughter, Saba Abacı

Heart Attack and Intensive Care Treatment

Last week, the powerful voice of Turkish music, Muazzez Abacı, suffered a heart attack while staying with her daughter in the United States and was rushed to the hospital.

• It was later reported that the famous artist had developed kidney problems a week ago and was undergoing intensive care treatment.

A Farewell on Her Birthday

The tragic news that plunged her fans into mourning came on her 78th birthday. Muazzez Abacı, the celebrated singer, passed away at the hospital where she was receiving treatment.

Her passing has caused immense sorrow across the Turkish arts community and among her devoted admirers.

Ardahan newspaper

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Fire Incident in Ardahan's Açıkyazı Village: Quick Response Prevents Major Disaster

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A fire that broke out in a barn in Açıkyazı village, Ardahan, caused extensive material damage, rendering two tractors, a grain silo, and a baler unusable. However, the swift intervention of the villagers brought the fire under control, preventing a much larger catastrophe

Agricultural Equipment Destroyed

The incident occurred in a barn in Açıkyazı village, Ardahan, starting from an unknown cause. The flames quickly spread, damaging valuable agricultural equipment stored inside. As a result of the fire, the following were rendered unusable:

• Two tractors,

• The grain silo (tahıl ambarı),

• A baler (balya makinesi)

This significant material loss has caused distress among the village residents

Villagers Act as One to Control the Blaze

Facing the rapid spread of the fire, the villagers did not panic but quickly mobilized before the fire department arrived. The swift and organized intervention of the locals prevented the fire from spreading outside the barn to nearby houses or other buildings.

• The villagers' fight against the flames using their own means averted a greater disaster.

• Upon the arrival of the fire crews, the blaze was completely brought under control and extinguished.

A detailed investigation into the incident has been launched to determine the cause of the fire. This event in Açıkyazı village once again highlighted the vital importance of community solidarity and prompt action in rural areas.

Ardahan newspaper

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The "Brand Village" Carrying the Traces of History: Ardahan's Kora Village (Bayramoğlu)

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ARDAHAN, Turkey - Kora Village, a settlement in the Hoçvan Region of Ardahan Merkez, stands out with its deep history. While officially named Bayramoğlu, the village continues to be known as "Kora" by locals and in the media. Due to its popularity in media and on the internet since 1998, the village is officially designated as a "Brand Village."

Name Diversity and the Branding Process

Kora Village has retained its original name but has also been known by different names over time, including Bayramoğluköyü and, for a period, Mehmetaliarslan Köyü. Despite Bayramoğlu being its official name today, local residents and the regional population predominantly use the name Kora.

The village's recognition as a "Brand Village" is largely due to the pioneering digital media work of journalist and author Mehmet Ali Arslan, a native of the village. In 1995, Arslan achieved a first for the region by ensuring that the villages of Ardahan, Kars, Iğdır, and Hoçvan were published on digital platforms. He played a leading role in promoting the region in digital media, particularly through the promotional platform Mehmetaliarslan.Kora, which he created specifically for the Hoçvan Region. The initial publications regarding the Hoçvan villages were made through Mehmet Ali Arslan's websites dedicated to Kora Village.

Crossroads of Civilizations: A Rich Cultural Heritage

Located in a border region, Kora Village has hosted numerous important civilizations throughout its history. Bearing the marks of various cultures, including the Urartians, Medes, Persians, Byzantines, Georgians, and Ottomans, the village boasts a rich cultural diversity.

Furthermore, the village's cultural and economic structure was deeply affected by the long-term Russian occupation. Traces of that period, including ruins left by the Armenians, can be found in the area. These remnants highlight the multilayered and turbulent period of the village's past.

With both its historical depth and its early digital media popularity, Kora Village stands as one of the significant settlements in Ardahan.

The Internet History of Kora Village and Hoçvan

Hoçvan is one of the first places in the world to be introduced to the Internet.

Journalist and Author Mehmet Ali Arslan established platforms in 1995 where the villages of Ardahan, Kars, Iğdır, and Hoçvan were first published in digital media. He undertook a pioneering role for the region by creating Mehmetaliarslan.Kora, a separate promotional platform specifically for the Hoçvan Region. The villages of Hoçvan were first published on the websites belonging to Mehmet Ali Arslan's own Kora Village. The first pictures, news, videos, and similar publications of Hoçvan and all its villages were served to the world from the markaköy kora and MehmetAliArslan kora platforms

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