January 2019
Pelosi: No Funding for Trump's Wall in Border Security Negotiations
Nancy Pelosi announced that there will be no funding for Trump's border wall in ongoing bipartisan negotiations on border security. The discussions aim to resolve…
Polar Cold Grips Parts of America; At Least 12 People Have Died
A severe polar cold front has hit parts of the U.S., leading to at least 12 deaths and significant disruptions, including thousands of flight cancellations…
Trump Announces Federal Government Reopening for Three Weeks
President Trump announced a temporary reopening of the federal government for three weeks following a Congressional agreement, while emphasizing the need for negotiations on the…
Senate Rejects Two Proposals to Reopen the U.S. Government
The U.S. Senate rejected two proposals to end the government shutdown, one from Trump seeking funding for a border wall and another from Democrats without…
Average Apartment Price in Tehran Reaches Approximately 10 Million Tomans per Square Meter
The average price of residential apartments in Tehran has surged to nearly 10 million tomans per square meter, reflecting a 90% increase from last year.…
Inflation Rate for December Announced at 39.6%
Iran's inflation rate for December is reported at 39.6%, the highest since June 2013, with significant increases in food prices, particularly meat. The Central Bank…
Imported Cars Stuck in Customs in Iran
The Iranian government allowed the clearance of 13,000 imported cars stuck in customs, but opposition from the Central Bank has stalled the process. This situation…
Infringement on the Sphinx's Territory in Egypt
Construction violations near the Sphinx in Egypt have raised concerns about the preservation of historical sites. An American archaeological team is set to begin operations…
In the Good and Evil of Monarchy
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Iran about the merits and drawbacks of monarchy, four decades after its official end. Supporters of monarchy argue…
Germany Calls on Moscow to Uphold Nuclear Treaty with the U.S.
Germany's Foreign Minister Heiko Maas urged Russia to comply with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty during his visit to Moscow, while Russia denied any violations.…
Shooting at UN Convoy; Head of Ceasefire Monitoring Team in Hodeidah Safe
A UN convoy in Hodeidah, Yemen, was shot at, but the head of the monitoring team, Patrick Cammaert, is safe. Both Houthi militants and Yemeni…
Saturn's Rings Formed Between 10 to 100 Million Years Ago
Recent research indicates that Saturn's rings formed between 10 to 100 million years ago, much later than the planet itself, which formed 4.5 billion years…
The $100 Million Bribe: Notorious Drug Trafficker to Former President of Mexico
Joaquín Guzmán, known as El Chapo, allegedly bribed former Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto with $100 million, according to testimony from a former associate. This…
Pompeo: Iran is Seeking Threatening Advanced Missile Capabilities
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized Iran's satellite launch, claiming it indicates Iran's pursuit of advanced missile capabilities that threaten global security. Israeli Prime…
Could the Iranian Satellite Launch Vehicle Target the U.S.?
Iran attempted to launch a satellite, but the effort failed despite initial success in the first two stages. The U.S. criticized the launch as a…
Turkey's Reaction to Trump's Warning About Attacking Kurds: We Are Not Afraid of Threats
Turkey's Foreign Minister responded defiantly to Trump's warning about economic consequences if Turkey attacks Kurdish militants, asserting Turkey's lack of fear towards such threats. The…
Trump Warns That the U.S. Government Shutdown May Continue
President Trump has warned that the ongoing government shutdown may continue until Democrats return from their break, emphasizing a humanitarian crisis at the southern border.…
Thailand Immigration Police: Saudi Asylum-Seeking Girl Heads to Canada
Rahaf Mohammed al-Qunun, an 18-year-old Saudi asylum seeker, has received asylum in Canada after fleeing to Thailand due to fears for her life from her…
Which Overthrow?
Four political organizations in Iran have issued a statement calling for regime change while opposing the return of the monarchy. This comes amidst recent protests…
Reza Pahlavi: I Do Not Justify Seeking Financial Aid from Foreign Governments
Reza Pahlavi has publicly distanced himself from an open letter requesting financial support from the U.S. for Iranian opposition groups, stating he does not find…
Trump Warns Congress About Declaring a National Emergency for Border Wall Construction
President Trump warned Congress that he may declare a national emergency to secure funding for the border wall if an agreement isn't reached, leading to…
The Start of Nicolas Maduro's Second Presidential Term Amidst Intensifying Crisis in Venezuela
Nicolas Maduro has officially started his second presidential term amidst international calls for his resignation and severe economic crisis in Venezuela. Despite declining popularity and…
Opposition Leader Wins Election in Congo; Rival Candidate Calls it a 'Coup'
Felix Tshisekedi has been declared the winner of the Democratic Republic of Congo's presidential election, but rival Martin Fayulu has denounced the results as a…
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Appeal from Last Surviving Star of 'Gone with the Wind'
The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from Olivia de Havilland regarding her lawsuit against FX over the portrayal of her in the series…
Trump Emphasizes Need for Border Wall; Democratic Leaders Call for Government Reopening
President Trump reiterated the need for a $5.7 billion border wall during a televised speech, while Democratic leaders criticized him and called for the reopening…
How Will Youth Unemployment Be Affected During Sanctions?
The youth unemployment rate in Iran has reached 27%, with over 40% of the unemployed being university graduates. Economic growth has declined significantly, leading to…
Arrest of Two Iranians and a British National in Connection with Migrants Crossing the English Channel
British police arrested an Iranian and a British citizen for allegedly facilitating illegal migrant crossings from France to the UK via the English Channel. This…
Continued Shutdown of the U.S. Government; Trump Invites Congressional Leaders to the White House
The U.S. government remains shut down due to budget disagreements over funding for a border wall. President Trump has invited congressional leaders to discuss border…