February 2016
UN Secretary-General: The Number of Refugees Worldwide is Unprecedented Since the Korean War
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon highlighted the unprecedented global refugee crisis, with 60 million displaced individuals, during a visit to a refugee camp in Congo. He…
WHO Recommends Genetic Manipulation of Zika Virus-Carrying Mosquitoes
The WHO has recommended the use of genetic manipulation to combat the Zika virus, which is predicted to infect millions in South America next year.…
Turkey Blames Armed Kurds for Ankara Attack
Turkey blames armed Kurdish groups for a deadly attack in Ankara, which killed 28 people. Both the PKK and PYD deny involvement, while Turkey continues…
Valentine's Day; A Need That Is Not Addressed in Customary Forms
The Iranian police have issued restrictions on Valentine's Day celebrations, prohibiting the exchange of gifts and advertising related items, citing a need to combat Western…
Erdogan 'Threatens' to Send Refugees to Europe
Turkish President Erdogan has threatened to send refugees to Europe, asserting Turkey's right to direct them outside its borders. This comes amid increased pressure from…
Police Department: Giving Flowers, Chocolates, and Valentine's Dolls is Prohibited
The Iranian Police Department has issued a directive banning the celebration of Valentine's Day in public places, prohibiting the exchange of gifts like flowers and…
Dozens Killed in Riot and Fire at Prison in Mexico
A deadly riot and fire at Topo Chico prison in Monterrey, Mexico, resulted in approximately 52 deaths and many injuries, occurring just before Pope Francis's…
Café Owners Gather in Protest Against Closure of 150 Cafés in Tabriz
Café owners in Tabriz protested against the closure of 150 cafés by the police, demanding a review of the decision. They claim to have followed…