February 2017
Human Rights Campaign: Arrest of Several Civil and Political Activists and a Journalist
Majid Asadi, a former political prisoner, has been arrested again, along with journalist Tahereh Riahi and activist Farzaneh Jalali. Their arrests highlight ongoing repression of…
Exploitation of Vast Natural Heat Resources Underground in China
Sinopec is shifting focus to geothermal energy in China, drilling wells for heating despite initial oil exploration failures. This move aims to reduce coal dependency…
Car Attack on Pedestrians in Heidelberg; Police Stop Attacker with Gunfire
A car attack in Heidelberg, Germany, injured three pedestrians and resulted in the death of a 73-year-old man. The 35-year-old German attacker was shot by…
Iraqi Military Forces on the Verge of Attacking Mosul Airport
Iraqi military forces are intensifying their operations against ISIS in Mosul, preparing for a final assault on Mosul Airport while claiming no foreign troops are…
NASA Sends Explorer Robots to Antarctica
NASA is sending explorer robots to Antarctica to search for signs of extraterrestrial life, focusing on the Erebus volcano as a testing ground. This research…
Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Withdraws
Andrew Puzder, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Labor, has withdrawn his nomination amid allegations of past misconduct and lack of support from Senate Republicans.…
Tamarez, the Sole Representative of Iranian Cinema at Berlin
The film "Tamarez" represents Iranian cinema at the Berlin International Film Festival, showcasing a formalistic narrative style. Directed by Abd Abest, it explores themes of…
The film 'The Salesman' to be screened in Trafalgar Square, London
The film 'The Salesman' will be screened for free in Trafalgar Square, London, on the day of the Oscars, as part of London's support for…
Bodies of Two Victims of Qom Metro Collapse Retrieved
Two workers died in a collapse at the Qom Metro site, with ongoing efforts to find others trapped. The incident has drawn attention from local…
British Parliament Votes to Begin Process of Leaving the European Union
The British Parliament has approved a bill allowing Prime Minister Theresa May to start formal negotiations for leaving the EU, with a significant majority voting…