November 2016
Governor of the Central Bank of Iran: The Increase in Currency Rates is Not Sustainable
Valiollah Seif, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, stated that the recent increase in the dollar's price is a temporary expectation shock and…
The 500 Million Toman Voice
Salar Aghili, an Iranian singer, has insured his voice for 500 million tomans, a first in Iran's music industry. He highlights the risks singers face,…
Iran Water Resources Company: Rainfall has decreased by 75% at the beginning of the water year
Iran's Water Resources Management Company reports a dramatic 75% decrease in rainfall since the start of the water year, raising concerns about water supply and…
Window: Execution of Four Convicts in Qeshm Island in Public; Deterrent or Promoter of Violence?
In Iran, at least nine executions occurred last week, including four public hangings in Qeshm Island for rape charges. Human rights advocates criticize public executions…
Should a Man Have Jealousy?
The article discusses the cultural concept of jealousy in men and its implications for women's rights, coinciding with the International Day for the Elimination of…
UN Officials: Myanmar is Attempting Ethnic Cleansing of Rohingya
UN officials have accused Myanmar's government of ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya minority, with 300,000 fleeing to Bangladesh amid military assaults. The situation has drawn…
Explosion in Adana, Turkey Leaves 'Two Dead'
An explosion in Adana, Turkey, resulted in at least two deaths and 16 injuries, with indications that it may have been carried out by a…
24% Increase in Iran's Steel Production
Iran's steel production saw a significant increase of 24% in October 2016 compared to the previous year, reaching 1.64 million tons. This growth occurs amidst…
Labor Household Expenses Reach Three Million Tomans; Minimum Wage Set at 812 Thousand Tomans
The cost of living for labor households in Iran has reached over three million tomans, while the minimum wage is set at only 812 thousand…
Death of Over Five Thousand Birds Due to H5N8 Avian Influenza Around Tehran
Iran has reported the death of over 5,600 birds due to the H5N8 avian influenza virus around Tehran, prompting investigations into the outbreak. The Ministry…
Four Months in Prison for Journalist Charged with 'Publishing a Telegram Message'
Journalist Hamed Ataei has been sentenced to four months in prison for publishing a Telegram message about the potential disqualification of Urmia representative Nader Qazipour.…
44 Days of Hunger Strike by Rasoul Razavi in Karaj Prison
Rasoul Razavi, an Azerbaijani activist, is on his 44th day of hunger strike in Karaj Prison, facing severe mistreatment and deprivation of basic needs. His…
The Brightest Supermoon in 70 Years
A supermoon, the largest and brightest in 70 years, occurred on November 14, 2016, when the moon was at its closest point to Earth. NASA…
Concerns Raised Over Drinking Water Supply in Isfahan
The Iranian Ministry of Energy has expressed concerns about the drinking water supply in Isfahan due to ongoing drought and increasing water consumption. Deputy Minister…
Do Women Want 'Love' and Men Want 'Sex'?
The article discusses the differences in how men and women perceive love and sex, featuring insights from philosopher Arash Naraghi and psychologist Nahid Farnoody. They…
Highest Unemployment Rate in 16 Recent Quarters; Unemployment Reaches 12.7%
Iran's unemployment rate has reached 12.7%, the highest in 16 quarters, with over 1.2 million job seekers. President Rouhani acknowledges the need to end internal…
UN: ISIS Has Kidnapped Hundreds of Former Iraqi Soldiers Around Mosul
The UN has reported that ISIS has kidnapped hundreds of former Iraqi soldiers and forcibly relocated thousands of families in the Mosul area. This situation…
Kurdish Peshmerga Forces Launch Attack to Retake the City of Bashiqa
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga forces have launched an operation to retake Bashiqa from the Islamic State, involving around 2,000 fighters. This operation is part of a…
Amnesty International: Hundreds of Sunni Arabs Expelled from Kirkuk Following ISIS Attacks
Amnesty International reported that hundreds of Sunni Arabs were expelled from Kirkuk following clashes with ISIS, with their homes destroyed by local officials. The situation…
Explosion Near Shia Imams' Shrine in Samarra; 10 Iranians Killed
A car explosion near the shrine of Shia Imams in Samarra, Iraq, killed 10 Iranian pilgrims and injured around 60 others, while a suicide bombing…
58 Iranian Researchers' Papers Removed from Scientific Journals 'Due to Fraud'
Springer Nature has removed 58 scientific papers authored by Iranian researchers due to evidence of fraud and plagiarism, including manipulation during the peer review process.…
Four Islamic Scholars and an Architect as Guests of Ayatollah Milani
Ayatollah Seyyed Fazl Hosseini Milani hosted a dinner in London for prominent Islamic scholars and an architect, discussing their contributions to Islamic thought and culture.…
US Military Official: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Losing Control Over ISIS Forces
The US-led coalition claims that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is losing control over his forces amid the ongoing battle for Mosul. An audio message…
Iraqi Forces Enter East Mosul; Street Fighting with ISIS Militants Begins
Iraqi forces have entered Mosul for the first time in two years, initiating street fighting with ISIS militants. The operation aims to cut off ISIS…
German Police Arrest Seven Afghan Refugees on Charges of Raping an Iranian Teenager
German police arrested seven Afghan refugees for allegedly raping a 17-year-old Iranian girl and filming the assault. This incident highlights the challenges and tensions within…
Supreme Court: Initiation of Britain's Exit Negotiations from the EU Must Be Approved by Parliament
The UK Supreme Court ruled that Parliament must approve the initiation of Brexit negotiations, potentially delaying the process. Prime Minister Theresa May's government is determined…
Audio Message Attributed to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Released Following Mosul Operations
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi released an audio message urging ISIS supporters in Mosul to resist Iraqi and coalition forces. He framed the Mosul liberation as a…