May 2018
The Secret of Nasser Malek-Motiei's Decades of Popularity
Nasser Malek-Motiei, a legendary actor of pre-revolutionary Iranian cinema, passed away recently, sparking renewed interest in his contributions to the film industry. His portrayal of…
Protests Transported by Trucks
The article discusses the recent protests and strikes by truck drivers in Iran, highlighting their economic implications and related news events. It also touches on…
Clashes Over Water Transfer Plan in Yasouj; 15 Protest Representatives Arrested
A protest against a water transfer project in Yasouj led to clashes with officials and the arrest of 15 protest representatives. The project aims to…
Sexual Abuse of Several Students at a High School in West Tehran
An official at a boys' middle school in Tehran has been arrested for sexually abusing students, with reports indicating that 16 out of 17 evaluated…
Proposal to Ban Certain Plastic Products in the European Union
The European Union has proposed a ban on certain plastic products to reduce marine waste and prevent significant environmental damage. The plan targets 10 specific…
Saudi Arabia Detains Several Women's Rights Activists
Saudi Arabia has detained several women's rights activists, including prominent figures, amid promises to allow women to drive starting in July. This crackdown raises concerns…
Over 100 People Killed in Plane Crash in Cuba
A Boeing 737 crashed near Havana, Cuba, killing over 100 people, with only three survivors who are critically injured. The plane was on a flight…
WHO Warns of Urban Ebola Outbreak in Congo
The WHO has raised the alert level for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 'high' after confirming a death in the urban…
Gina Haspel Confirmed as Head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate
Gina Haspel has been confirmed as the head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate despite opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans. Her confirmation…
Delivery of Pre-sold Coins Adjusts Coin Prices
The early delivery of pre-sold gold coins in Iran has led to a decrease in the price of full coins to below two million tomans,…
CIA Nominee: I Will Not Use 'Enhanced Interrogation' Techniques
Gina Haspel, the acting head of the CIA, stated she would not use enhanced interrogation techniques if confirmed as director, despite her controversial past involving…
U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to North Korea
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has traveled to North Korea to meet with leader Kim Jong-un, with discussions potentially leading to the release of…
Oliver North, a defendant in the Iran-Contra case, elected as President of the National Rifle Association
Oliver North, a controversial figure from the Iran-Contra affair, has been elected as the new president of the NRA. His appointment comes amid rising protests…
Following Sexual Scandals, Nobel Prize in Literature Postponed to Next Year
The Swedish Academy has postponed the 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature to next year due to a decline in public trust following sexual assault allegations…
US Emphasizes Commitment to Complete Destruction of North Korean Weapons of Mass Destruction
The US Secretary of State has reiterated America's commitment to the complete destruction of North Korea's weapons of mass destruction as negotiations for denuclearization progress.…
Amnesty International: Iran Must Halt Imminent Execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi
Amnesty International is calling on Iran to stop the imminent execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi, a Kurdish Iranian sentenced to death after an unfair trial.…
Trump Criticizes Reports on Possible Questions from Special Counsel
Donald Trump criticized media reports about potential questions from special counsel Robert Mueller regarding Russian interference in the U.S. elections, claiming there was no collusion.…