August 2024
Afghan Female Athlete Wins First Medal for Refugee Team at Paralympic Games
Zakia Khodadadi, an Afghan para-taekwondo athlete, won the first medal for the refugee team at the Paralympic Games, marking a historic achievement for Afghan athletes.…
Ali Rafiei's Memory of Reza Qotbi When He Became the Director of City Theater at His Request
Ali Rafiei reflects on his relationship with Reza Qotbi, who recently passed away, detailing their collaboration in the Iranian theater scene. Qotbi's modern and responsible…
Group of Lebanese Depositors Attack Several Banks in Beirut
On September 8, Lebanese depositors attacked banks in Beirut following social media calls for protest against the unresolved banking crisis. The Lebanese banking sector has…
Paris Hosts the First Paralympic Games Starting Today
The 17th Paralympic Games commence in Paris today, featuring 4,400 athletes from 184 countries. The event is significant for showcasing the values of inclusivity and…
Mehdi Yarrahi Reflects on the Anniversary of His Arrest: 'When You Get Whipped, You Are Filled with Freedom'
Mehdi Yarrahi, an Iranian singer, marked the anniversary of his arrest for singing a protest song against the mandatory hijab law. His arrest and subsequent…
Death toll from armed attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan exceeds 70
Armed attacks by separatist militants in Pakistan's Balochistan province have resulted in at least 73 deaths, including civilians and security personnel. The Balochistan Liberation Army…
Macron Calls Explosion Near Synagogue in Southern France a 'Terrorist Act'
An explosion near a synagogue in Mott, France, injured a police officer and is being investigated as a terrorist act. President Macron condemned the attack…
New Research; One Quarter of Patients in Coma Are Aware
A new study reveals that about 25% of patients in a coma may have some level of awareness when exposed to stimuli, despite being unable…
New Taliban Restrictions: Women's 'Tempting' Voices Must Not Be Heard in Public Places
The Taliban has announced new laws restricting women's voices in public, mandating hijab, and enforcing strict moral codes. These measures, which include prohibitions on music…
Artificial Night Lights Negatively Affect Leaf Quality and Insect Nutrition
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that artificial nighttime lighting negatively impacts the quality of tree leaves, leading to reduced insect nutrition and…
Zelensky on the Front Line: We Captured Another Settlement from Russia
Ukrainian President Zelensky announced the capture of another settlement from Russia during a visit to the front line, while Russia reported capturing a village in…
At least 28 people killed in the overturning of a bus carrying Pakistani pilgrims in Yazd
A tragic bus accident in Yazd province killed at least 28 Pakistani pilgrims heading to the Arbaeen ceremony, with reports indicating the death toll could…
An 'Arab-Israeli' Man Shot Dead in Istanbul
An Arab-Israeli businessman named Abdul Qadir Ans was shot dead in Istanbul, with two others injured. Initial speculation suggested possible Israeli involvement, but police later…
Suspension of Central Bank of Libya's Activities After Abduction of an Official
The Central Bank of Libya has suspended its operations after the abduction of IT head Musab Muslim in Tripoli. This incident follows protests against the…
A Student Dies After Falling from a Building While Working in Chabahar
A 19-year-old student, Zahid Parandakh, died after falling from a construction site in Chabahar due to a lack of safety equipment. The incident highlights ongoing…
Intense Battle Continues Between Russia and Ukraine on Russian Soil
Ukraine is intensifying its drone attacks on Russian territory, claiming to advance deeper into Russia, while Russia reports significant drone losses. This marks a pivotal…
Third Anniversary of Taliban Rule: Women's Situation 'Bad and Worse' and 12 Million Facing Food Insecurity
On the third anniversary of the Taliban's rule, human rights organizations report worsening conditions for women and widespread food insecurity affecting over 12 million Afghans.…
Greece Requests EU Assistance as Wildfires Spread in the Country
Greece is facing severe wildfires near Athens, prompting the government to seek assistance from the EU as hundreds evacuate. The fire is unprecedented in scale…
Paris Olympics: A Celebration That Is 'Not for Everyone'
As the Paris Olympics approach, the plight of hundreds of refugees and homeless individuals in the city has worsened, with reports of social cleansing efforts…
Russia's Attack on a Supermarket in Eastern Ukraine Leaves 14 Dead
A Russian missile strike on a supermarket in Kostiantynivka, Ukraine, resulted in 14 deaths and 43 injuries, highlighting the ongoing violence in the region. Ukrainian…
Shining Night for Iranian Girls at the Olympics; Nahid Kiani Wins Silver, Kimia Alizadeh Takes Bronze
Kimia Alizadeh won a bronze medal and Nahid Kiani won a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, highlighting the achievements of Iranian athletes despite…
Kamala Harris Selects Tim Walz, Governor of Minnesota, as Vice Presidential Candidate
Kamala Harris has selected Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, as her vice presidential candidate for the upcoming U.S. elections. This selection aims to strengthen…
Son of Former U.S. President Becomes Head of 'United Against a Nuclear Iran'
Jeb Bush has been appointed as the new head of 'United Against a Nuclear Iran', succeeding the late Joseph Lieberman. This organization aims to prevent…
37 Women Prisoners in Evin Banned from Visits Following Protest Against Death Sentence for Pakhshan Azizi
37 women prisoners in Evin prison have been banned from visits after protesting the death sentence of Kurdish activist Pakhshan Azizi. This protest highlights ongoing…
Continued Unrest in Britain; Eight Arrested in Sunderland
Unrest in Britain has escalated following a stabbing attack that killed three children, leading to violent protests in Sunderland where eight were arrested. The incident…
Russian Forces Advance in Donetsk Province of Ukraine
Russian forces are advancing in Donetsk province, particularly around Pokrovsk, leading to civilian evacuations and significant destruction. Survivors recount harrowing experiences as the city becomes…