October 2015
China Ends Three Decades of One-Child Policy
China has officially ended its one-child policy, allowing couples to have two children. This change is aimed at addressing population imbalances and the aging demographic.…
Paul Ryan Elected as New Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Paul Ryan has been elected as the new Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, succeeding John Boehner. Ryan's election is significant as he is…
Farewell to Ken Taylor, the Savior of American Embassy Employees in Tehran
Ken Taylor, the former Canadian ambassador who sheltered American embassy staff during the 1979 hostage crisis, passed away at 81 due to cancer. His funeral…
The Death Toll from the Earthquake in Afghanistan and Pakistan Reaches 313
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.5 struck Afghanistan and Pakistan, resulting in a rising death toll of 313, with significant destruction reported. The Taliban have offered…
Continued Emission of Greenhouse Gases Makes Southern Iran 'Uninhabitable'
A new study warns that if greenhouse gas emissions continue unchecked, the Persian Gulf region will become uninhabitable by 2070 due to extreme heat. This…
Cheese is 'Addictive'
Recent research suggests that cheese may be addictive due to its processing and the presence of casein, which releases a narcotic-like substance during digestion. This…
Aerotelegraph: Flights from Germany and Austria to Iran Will Increase
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines are set to increase flights to Iran as the country opens up to Western tourism and business. This move reflects a…
Iranian-American Engineer Facing Ten-Year Prison Sentence in the U.S.
Mozafar Khazaei, an Iranian-American engineer, is facing a ten-year prison sentence for sending sensitive military documents to Iran as part of a teaching application. He…
Egyptian Government Closes Shiite Mosque in Cairo on Ashura Day
The Egyptian government has announced the closure of the Hussein mosque in Cairo during the Ashura ceremonies to prevent Shiite practices, claiming they do not…
Two Killed in Sword Attack at School in Sweden
A masked man attacked the Kronan school in Trollhättan, Sweden, killing a teacher and a student, and injuring others. The assailant was shot dead by…
An American Soldier Killed During the Rescue of Iraqi Hostages
An American soldier was killed during a joint operation with Iraqi forces to rescue 70 hostages from ISIS in Iraq, marking the first U.S. military…
Iran Prepares for a 'Tsunami' of Tourists
Iran is preparing for an influx of foreign tourists, with plans to ease visa regulations and attract investment in tourism. The country aims to increase…
Head of Hajj Organization: Over 5,000 Mina Victims Buried in Mecca
The head of Iran's Hajj Organization reported that over 5,000 victims of the Mina tragedy have been buried in Mecca, with difficulties in identifying Iranian…
Municipal Election Candidate in Germany Stabbed
Henriette Reker, a leading candidate for mayor in Cologne, was stabbed during a campaign event by a man opposed to immigration policies. The attack has…
Biden's Advisor Did Not Rule Out His Participation in the Presidential Election
Joe Biden's advisors have indicated he may enter the presidential race, countering speculation that he would not. Ted Kaufman, a close advisor, emphasized Biden's belief…
US Budget Deficit Reduced to Lowest Level in Eight Years
The US budget deficit for fiscal year 2015 has decreased to $439 billion, the lowest in eight years, due to efforts by President Obama to…
29 Iranian Victims of Mina Incident Buried in Saudi Arabia
29 Iranian victims of the Mina incident have been buried, while 36 remain missing. The Iranian government has expressed anger towards Saudi Arabia for the…
The Secret of Elephants' Resistance to Cancer
Researchers have discovered that elephants have a significantly lower incidence of cancer compared to humans, potentially due to their possession of 20 times more cancer-fighting…
Dozens Dead Following Two Explosions in Central Ankara
Two explosions in Ankara have resulted in at least 30 deaths and 126 injuries, occurring during a peace march against the Turkish government's conflict with…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Airstrike on Wedding Ceremony in Yemen
An airstrike on a wedding in Yemen, reportedly conducted by the Saudi-led coalition, has killed at least 13 people and injured 38. The incident highlights…
Clashes Between Palestinians and Israelis; Is the Third Intifada Beginning?
Clashes between Palestinians and Israelis have escalated, leading to speculation about the start of a Third Intifada. Mahmoud Abbas opposes the violence, while Israeli actions,…
2015 Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded to Three Scientists from China, Japan, and the USA
The 2015 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to Youyou Tu, William Campbell, and Satoshi Ōmura for their groundbreaking research on malaria and parasitic diseases.…
Five Points About the Nobel Prizes
The Nobel Committee announces its annual prizes in various fields, with significant details about the nomination process and the history of the awards. Founded by…
Death of at least 9 Médecins Sans Frontières members in Kunduz hospital bombing
At least 9 members of Médecins Sans Frontières were killed in a bombing of a hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, amid ongoing conflict as the Taliban…
Ben Carson: Syrian Refugees Should Be Banned from Entering America
Ben Carson, a Republican presidential candidate, called for a ban on Syrian refugees entering the U.S., citing concerns about jihadist infiltration. His remarks align with…
At least 11 killed in U.S. military plane crash in Afghanistan
A U.S. military C-130 plane crashed in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing at least 11 people, including American military personnel and civilian contractors. The Taliban claimed responsibility…