August 2016
Revival of African Forest Elephants Will Take 100 Years
A study reveals that the revival of African forest elephants will take about 100 years due to extensive poaching and slow reproduction rates. The research…
Suicide Attack on Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan Leaves One Dead
A suicide bombing at the Chinese embassy in Kyrgyzstan resulted in one death and three injuries, with speculation that Uyghur militants may be responsible. The…
First Mosque Led by Women Opens in Denmark
A mosque in Copenhagen, Denmark, led by women, opened for the first time, attracting over 60 female attendees. This initiative challenges traditional patriarchal norms in…
Rio 2016 Ends; Iran Finishes 25th with Eight Medals
Iran finished the Rio 2016 Olympics in 25th place with eight medals, including a historic bronze by female taekwondo athlete Kimia Alizadeh. This performance marks…
New York Times: Trump's Companies are $650 Million in Debt
The New York Times reports that Donald Trump's companies are at least $650 million in debt, significantly more than he has publicly acknowledged. This financial…
Kianoush Rostami Wins Iran's 16th Olympic Gold Medal in History
Kianoush Rostami won Iran's 16th Olympic gold medal by lifting a total of 396 kg in weightlifting, setting new Olympic records. This victory marks a…
Amnesty International: Another Execution of a Minor in Iran, Ignoring Global Covenants
Amnesty International reports the execution of 19-year-old Hassan Afshar in Iran, who was sentenced for a crime committed as a minor. This act highlights Iran's…