February 2016
Bahman Ghobadi: I Have No Plans to Go to Iran
Bahman Ghobadi, an Iranian filmmaker, discussed his recent documentary 'Life on the Border' featuring displaced Kurdish children at the Berlin Film Festival. He confirmed he…
The Presence of Women in the Tenth Parliament; Views of Fatemeh Haqiqatjou and Taghi Rahmani
The article discusses the increase in women's representation in Iran's parliament, highlighting that while global averages have improved, women's representation in Iran remains low at…
Views of Mehdi Fattapour and Mohammad Javad Akbarin on the Change in the Composition of the Parliament and the Assembly of Experts
The reformists have made significant gains in the recent elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly, while key conservative figures are absent from the Assembly of…
Amar Maleki's Assessment of the Exclusion of Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi from the Assembly of Experts
The recent elections for the Assembly of Experts in Tehran have resulted in the exclusion of prominent figures Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi. This development…
New Options for Expressing Emotions on Facebook
Facebook has introduced five new emotional response options—'love', 'haha', 'wow', 'sad', and 'angry'—in addition to the existing 'like' button. This change comes after long-standing pressure…
Views of Akbar Ganji and Taghi Rahmani on the Success of Reformists in Elections
The article discusses the implications of the 'Hope List' led by reformists in Iran's upcoming elections. Akbar Ganji and Taghi Rahmani share their insights on…
Why Mehdi Karroubi Could Not Participate in the Elections?
Mehdi Karroubi was unable to participate in the March 7 elections despite his requests for conditions to be met for his participation. His son, Taghi…
Radio Farda Election Roundtable with Taghi Rahmani and Mehdi Fattahpour
The parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections in Iran commenced on March 7. Radio Farda is providing coverage and analysis through discussions with political experts,…
The Deadline for Election Campaigns Has Ended
The deadline for election campaigns in Iran ended on March 6, with candidates for the Assembly of Experts and the Islamic Consultative Assembly having campaigned…
The Average GPA of High School Students in Iran is 12
The average GPA of high school students in Iran is reported to be 12, with significant disparities between genders and fields of study. Abdolrasoul Emadi…
Why Participate in Non-Competitive Elections; The View of Mohammad Taghi Karroubi
The Karroubi family is urging public participation in the upcoming Iranian elections despite labeling them as non-competitive. This call reflects a desire for reform within…
Factors for Participation and Non-Participation in Elections
The article discusses the factors influencing participation and non-participation in Iranian elections, comparing them to Western democracies. Key figures, including political scientists, analyze the implications…
Attacks in Zainabiyah, Damascus Leave 68 Dead and Dozens Injured
Multiple bomb attacks in Zainabiyah, Damascus, resulted in 68 deaths, including students, with ISIS claiming responsibility. This follows earlier attacks in Homs that killed at…
Construction in the Land of Recession
The housing and construction sector in Iran, crucial for the economy, has been in recession since 2012 and shows no signs of recovery. Experts argue…
Smart Robots: A Threat to Millions of Workers
The article discusses the potential impact of advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics on employment, with experts warning that millions of jobs could be at…
Taghi Rahmani: The People's Vote is the Only Limitation on Power
Taghi Rahmani discusses the nature of elections in Iran, emphasizing that while they are not free, public participation is still crucial. He reflects on the…
American Rapper Kendrick Lamar Dominates 2016 Grammys; Five Awards for 'To Pimp a Butterfly'
Kendrick Lamar won five Grammy Awards at the 2016 ceremony, making him the most awarded artist of the night. His album 'To Pimp a Butterfly'…
Cognitive Games Make the Brains of the Elderly 'Larger'
A recent study reveals that cognitive games can help slow brain decline in the elderly and may even restore some cognitive functions. Dr. Majid Fattouhi…
Quiet Death with High Doses of Medication; The Fate of Rhesus Monkeys in Iran
The article discusses the plight of non-native animals in Iran, particularly Rhesus monkeys, which often face euthanasia due to a lack of rehabilitation facilities. It…
Five Years That Iran Did Not Experience Armageddon
The article reflects on the five-year anniversary of the house arrest of Iranian opposition leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi, Zahra Rahnavard, and Mehdi Karroubi, questioning why…
Eagles Go Hunting for Drones
The Dutch police are training eagles to hunt drones as a creative solution to the rising threat of amateur drone use. This method aims to…
Iran's Oil Reserves Exceed 175 Billion Barrels
Iran's oil reserves have been reported to exceed 175 billion barrels, with significant increases since the 1979 revolution. The report highlights the growth in both…
Three Million Toman Eggs and Eighteen Million Toman Wombs in Iran's 'Black Market' for Infertility
Iran's black market for infertility treatments has seen a significant rise in activity, with brokers profiting from the sale of eggs and rented wombs amid…