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RGB Mew from Pokémon are three special Mew cards from Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Anniversary Collection.

RGB stands for Red, Green, Blue. There is a red, green, and blue Mew, numbered R/RGB, G/RGB, and B/RGB respectively. The theme refers both to the original Pokémon games Red, Green, and Blue and to the three primary colors of light in the RGB color model.

See: RGB

iPhone Duo is the name of the first foldable phone of Apple. It will cost 1999 dollars in the US.

Burgas is situated in Bulgaria. It will be the city that will host the Eurovision, 2027 edition.

If you’ve come across videos of people playing the bağlama (saz), singing with emotion, or gathering in a circle for what looks like a spiritual dance, there’s a good chance you’ve just seen a glimpse of Turkish Alevi culture.

So what is it, really?

At its core, being Alevi is about a way of life. It’s a cultural and spiritual tradition within Turkey that focuses less on strict rules and more on values such as love, respect, equality, and inner understanding. Alevis place a strong emphasis on being a good human being above all else.

One of the most important ideas in Alevi belief is eline, beline, diline sahip ol, which roughly means to control your hands so you do not harm, your desires so you remain respectful, and your tongue so you speak kindly. That alone says a lot about what matters.

Alevi identity is not just about belief; it is deeply tied to culture, music, poetry, and community. Gatherings called cem ceremonies bring people together not only to worship, but to connect, reflect, and share.

Men and women participate side by side, which already makes it stand out compared to more traditional structures. There is a strong sense of equality and mutual respect.

The bağlama, often called saz, is not just background music. It holds a special, almost sacred place in Alevi life. Through it, stories are told, history is preserved, and spiritual feelings are expressed.

The person playing it is not just a musician; they are carrying tradition, memory, and meaning.

Alevis have historically valued knowledge, questioning, and understanding. Instead of focusing only on external practices, there is a strong focus on inner growth, becoming a better person, treating others fairly, and recognizing the divine in humanity itself.

Alevi culture is a reminder that spirituality does not always look the same. It can be music instead of silence, community instead of isolation, and questions instead of rigid answers.

It is about connection, between people, within yourself, and with something greater.

And if you have seen it online and felt something, that is kind of the point. Especially in the past week, Arda Umurhan has gained a lot of attention. While his style may differ from the traditional way Alevi culture is usually expressed, the emotion and spirit he carries remain the same.

Mosslax is a unique form of Snorlax that appears in Pokémon Pokopia. Instead of its usual appearance, this Snorlax is covered in a dense coat of green moss, with a small flower growing from the top of its head that moves softly as it rests. Its overgrown, plant-like look developed after remaining asleep in the same spot for an extremely long time.

In my opinion, Alysa Liu is the winner and face of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026. Adorable and magnificent performances. Absolutely enjoyed it.

Shaqueel van Persie is the son of Robin van Persie, who is currently the head coach of Feyenoord. Yesterday, he was brought in by his dad and he almost saved him by scoring two beautiful goals, but eventually lost 4-3 against Sparta Rotterdam in the derby.

Even though I am not a fan of Robin van Persie, it was a joy to see his son scoring twice and the quick smile on Robin’s face when he did. He must have been amazingly proud as a dad.