1 April
Sentimental Value 🎬 A Quiet Storm of Family, Art, and What We Leave Unsaid 
Turkish Jewish Community lost one of its philanthropists: Rafael Torel (1915-2016)
Known for his contributions to the community in almost every field, Rafael Torel, Honorary Advisor to Chief Rabbinate, a philanthropist who not only had an open mind, but also an open heart, passed away at the age of 101. Torel’s funeral was held at Ulus Jewish Cemetery on April 20.
Born in 1915, Rafael Torel was admired for his tenacity and diligence for most of his life. These qualities put Rafael Torel in charge of a factory with 3000 workers when he was only 20 years old. After a major fire, Torel’s factory was burnt to ground. Torel not succumbing to this catastrophe, founded Derby (shaving supplies manufacturer). In 1962, he became the Chairman of Or-Ahayim Hospital. In 2005, he helped open ‘Allegra Torel Geriatric Ward’ within the hospital facilities. In 2007, his autobiography “Miracles are Possible” was published by Gozlem Publishing.
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22 December
Verbal attack on the Galata tour group
On Sunday, December 21, the Jewish Culture Tour organized on the final day of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah came under a verbal attack by a group of 10–12 people in front of the Galata Tower. The Quincentennial Foundation Museum of Turkish Jews published a statement regarding the incident on the X platform.
17 October
"ANTAKYA: From Past to Present" Exhibition Opened
The Quincentennial Foundation Museum of Turkish Jews in Istanbul opens its doors to a meaningful exhibition.
16 October
Turkish Jewish Community´s Message of Gratitude to President Erdoğan
The Turkish Jewish Community published a message of gratitude to President Erdoğan on the X platform for his great contributions to the Gaza Peace.
26 September
Now it´s time to go to the polls
The Turkish Jewish Chief Rabbi Election will take place on September 28th and 29th.
21 July
JOYBeing: A Guide Full of Hope for Those Lost in the Chaos of Life
JOYBeing by Gila Şeritçioğlu and Ann van Eron, published in English, is on the shelves by Gözlem Kitabevi.
12 June
The Greek Orphanage In Büyükada will Become a Hotel
The Fener Greek Patriarchate decided to convert the historical Greek Orphanage in Büyükada into a hotel.
5 December
New Exhibition from the Museum of the Princes´ Islands
A new photography exhibition, "The Islands Were Here Before Bodrum, Marmaris Came Along!" is opened by the Museum of the Princes´ Islands, at the Historical Ferry Pier in Büyükada.