November 2024
Biden: We are following up on threats against Trump’s nominees and lawmakers with the FBI
President Biden announced that his administration is collaborating with the FBI to address threats made against lawmakers and nominees for the upcoming Trump administration. This…
Threats Against 5 Democratic Congress Members in the United States
Five Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. reported receiving bomb threats at their homes, coinciding with similar threats against Trump nominees. The FBI is investigating these…
Price Tags Attached to Girls' School Uniforms in Hamadan
In Hamadan, education officials have been criticized for tying up schoolgirls and attaching price tags to them, seen as a misogynistic act linked to an…
Smuggling of Historical Tombstones from Qeshm Cemeteries to Unknown Destinations
Local residents of Qeshm Island reported the smuggling of 50 ancient tombstones to a museum in Qatar. The director of cultural heritage in Qeshm acknowledged…
Sexist Reactions and Online Attacks on the World's 100th Female Astronaut
Emily Calandrelli became the 100th woman astronaut during a flight by Blue Origin, sparking both support and sexist backlash online. Her emotional reaction to seeing…
Special Prosecutor Requests Dismissal of Two Legal Cases Against Trump
Jack Smith, the special prosecutor, has requested the dismissal of legal cases against Donald Trump related to election interference and classified documents, citing presidential immunity.…
Increased Interest in Coffee in Iran; Imports Have Grown by 70%
Coffee consumption in Iran has surged, with imports increasing by 70% due to changing tastes among Iranians. The rise in popularity is linked to a…
Atifeh Rangriz, women's rights activist, sentenced to an additional seven years in prison while on medical leave
Atifeh Rangriz, a political prisoner and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison while on medical leave for health issues.…
Warning About Increased Alcohol Consumption and Mortality in the U.S.
New research shows a continued rise in alcohol consumption and related deaths in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic, with significant increases in both heavy…
Erdogan's Government Dismisses Mayors of Two More Kurdish Cities in Turkey
The Turkish government has dismissed the mayors of Tunceli and Ovacik, replacing them with appointed officials, citing 'terrorist' crimes. This action continues a pattern of…
Stroke Incidence: Stronger Links Between Certain Factors and Severe Strokes
A new study reveals that high blood pressure, smoking, and irregular heartbeat are strongly linked to severe strokes. In Iran, stroke incidence is significantly higher…
Air Pollution Causes Approximately 50,000 Annual Deaths in Iran
Air pollution in Iran is responsible for approximately 50,000 deaths annually, making up about 12% of total mortality. Mohammad Sadegh Hasanvand from Tehran University highlights…
Prices of Some Domestic Cars Reach Billion-Toman Mark
Domestic car prices in Iran have surged past the billion-toman mark after a government-approved price increase of over 30%. Experts predict further increases due to…
A Human Rights Organization: The Situation of Children in Iran is Critical
The Iran Human Rights Campaign has reported a critical situation for children's rights in Iran, highlighting issues such as child marriage, child labor, and the…
General Strike in Greece Protests Rising Cost of Living
A one-day general strike in Greece on November 30 saw thousands protesting against the rising cost of living, with significant participation from various labor unions.…
Reports of 'Iranian Plot to Assassinate Former Canadian Prosecutor'; Tehran Denies
Reports emerged alleging a plot by Iranian agents to assassinate Irwin Cotler, a former Canadian prosecutor and critic of the Iranian regime, which Iran has…
Biden Becomes the First Sitting U.S. President to Visit the Amazon
President Joe Biden visited the Amazon rainforest, marking the first time a sitting U.S. president has done so, to highlight the importance of protecting this…
The 'Miraculous' Return of the 'Virgin and Child' Statue to Notre-Dame in Paris
The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is set to reopen on December 7, five years after a devastating fire. The reopening will feature the return of…
Knife Attack at School in China Leaves 8 Dead
A knife attack at a vocational school in eastern China resulted in eight deaths and 17 injuries. The suspect, a 21-year-old former student, reportedly returned…
Caroline Levitt Appointed as White House Press Secretary in Trump's New Administration
Caroline Levitt has been appointed as the new White House Press Secretary by Donald Trump, making her the youngest to hold the position. This appointment…
Living on the Edge of Darkness
Cafe Farda humorously discusses various topics including news from Iran, interpretations of a popular song, stress relief advice, a novel by Steve Toltz, and football…
The Majority of the U.S. House of Representatives is Also Held by Republicans
Republicans have secured a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, achieving their goal of 218 seats, while also maintaining control of the Senate. This…
Education Ministry Grants Curriculum License to Schools with 'Quran-Centric Approach'
The Iranian Education Ministry has approved a new 'Quran-Centric Schools Plan' aimed at expanding Quranic education in private schools, despite the lack of educational resources…
Re-examination of Sharifeh Mohammadi's Case by the Son of the Judge Who Issued the Death Sentence
Sharifeh Mohammadi's case is being re-examined by the son of the judge who originally sentenced her to death. This raises concerns about the impartiality of…
Continued Violence in Amsterdam; Dutch Riot Police Arrest Several Individuals
Violence erupted in Amsterdam following a football match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, leading to arrests by riot police. Dutch officials condemned the attacks…
Hojjat Tavakoli, Documentarian of Voice of America, Joins Jury of New York Festival
Hojjat Tavakoli, a prominent documentarian for Voice of America, has been appointed to the jury of the New York International Film and Television Festival. He…
Father of Arzu Khavari: My Daughter Committed Suicide After the School Principal Denied Her Entry to Class
Arzu Khavari, a 16-year-old Afghan girl in Iran, committed suicide after being denied entry to class by her school principal, who had a history of…
Israelis Concerned About the Safety of Sports Teams Abroad
Israeli sports fans were attacked in Amsterdam after a football match, raising concerns about their safety abroad. Dutch and Israeli officials condemned the violence, which…
Visitor Numbers at Pompeii, Ancient City of Italy, to Be Limited
Italian officials will limit daily visitors to Pompeii to 20,000 to protect its archaeological sites. This decision comes after record visitor numbers exceeded four million…
Widespread Fire in Northwest Los Angeles; Over 100 Structures Burned
A large fire in Northwest Los Angeles has burned over 132 structures and forced 10,000 people to evacuate since November 7. Meteorologists cite dry winds…
An Impossible Mission?
Cafe Farda aims to provide a humorous perspective on current events, discussing topics such as U.S. presidential elections and cultural events in Iran. The program…
Voting to Lift Abortion Ban; 7 U.S. States Voted in Favor
In a recent referendum during the U.S. presidential elections, voters in seven states approved amendments to lift abortion bans, while three states voted to maintain…
The Fate of the U.S. House of Representatives Seats Remains Unclear
The Republican Party has gained a majority in the U.S. Senate, but the outcome of the House of Representatives elections remains uncertain. Key victories in…
Stephanie Bice, Iranian-American Woman, Returns to U.S. Congress
Stephanie Bice, an Iranian-American Republican, has won re-election to represent Oklahoma's 5th congressional district in the U.S. Congress. She is notable for being the first…
Republicans Gain Majority in the U.S. Senate
The Republican Party has secured a majority in the U.S. Senate with 52 seats, while the Democrats hold 42. This shift indicates a growing dissatisfaction…
Donald Trump Elected as the 47th President of the United States
Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, securing 277 electoral votes against Kamala Harris's 224. His victory was confirmed…
Kamal Dawood After Receiving the Goncourt Prize: The Character of My Novel Embodies the 'Girl of Science and Research'
Kamal Dawood, an Algerian writer, received the prestigious Goncourt Prize for his novel 'Hooris,' which addresses women's struggles in Algeria and references the protests in…
Results of the Abortion Referendum in 10 U.S. States; From Illegality to Changes in Law
In a series of referendums across 10 U.S. states, voters addressed the legality of abortion following the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn 'Roe v.…
US Elections Push Dollar Above 70,000 Tomans
The recent US presidential election results, with Donald Trump declaring victory, have caused the dollar's value in Tehran to rise above 70,000 tomans. This shift…
Donald Trump Declares Victory in the 2024 Presidential Election
Donald Trump has declared victory in the 2024 presidential election, emphasizing a strong mandate for his administration and a commitment to healing the country. He…
Republicans Gain Majority in the Senate
Republicans have regained the Senate majority for the first time in four years after winning key states like Ohio and West Virginia. This shift in…
The Future Composition of Congress Will Be Determined on Tuesday Alongside the Presidential Election
On Tuesday, the U.S. will determine the future composition of Congress alongside the presidential election, which will significantly impact legislative proposals. All 435 House seats…
2024 U.S. Presidential Election
The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is underway, with Donald Trump leading in electoral votes but Kamala Harris narrowing the gap after victories in key states.…
Deputy Medicalian: 31,000 Villages in Iran Have Become Abandoned
Iran's Deputy President revealed that 31,000 out of 69,000 villages are abandoned, highlighting a significant rural-urban migration trend. Contributing factors include job scarcity, declining living…
Death Toll from Deadly Floods in Spain Reaches 211
Severe flooding in Valencia, Spain, has resulted in a death toll of 211, with many still missing. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has mobilized military forces…
How the 'Greatest Natural Disaster in Contemporary Spanish History' Occurred?
A devastating flood in eastern Spain has resulted in at least 211 deaths, prompting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to deploy 10,000 troops for rescue efforts.…
From Hitler's Bathtub to 'Martyrdom' with Vaccines
Cafe Farda is a program that aims to entertain listeners with a humorous take on various news topics, including animal welfare, unusual photography, and sports…
The Death Toll from Floods in Spain Reaches 158
Spain is experiencing a devastating flood that has resulted in at least 158 deaths, primarily in Valencia. Rescue operations are ongoing as officials fear the…