May 2015
32% Decline in Construction Statistics in Farvardin 94
The Tehran housing market experienced a 32% decline in apartment transactions in Farvardin 94 compared to the previous year, indicating ongoing recessionary trends. Despite this…
Unveiling of Turkmen President's Statue Covered in 24-Carat Gold
A golden statue of Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov was unveiled in the capital, symbolizing a return to the cult of personality in Turkmenistan. This is…
45% Decrease in Construction in Iran
Construction in Iran has seen a dramatic decline, with a 45% drop in building permits compared to the previous year. This downturn reflects ongoing economic…
The Oldest Layers of Ice in Antarctica Will Melt by 2020
A NASA report indicates that the Larsen B ice shelf in Antarctica is rapidly melting and may completely dissolve by 2020, contributing to rising global…
Death of at least 43 Shia Muslims in bus attack in Pakistan
At least 43 Shia Muslims were killed in a bus attack in Karachi, Pakistan, marking the second such attack this year. The incident highlights the…
Evin Prison Through Time
A report on Evin Prison highlights the contrast between available amenities and the harsh realities faced by prisoners, particularly political ones. Reza Alijani, a former…
The Death Toll from the Nepal Earthquake Exceeds 6,000
A devastating earthquake in Nepal has resulted in over 6,200 deaths and nearly 14,000 injuries, with significant damage reported in Kathmandu and remote areas. Rescue…