December 2014
Being Different (8); Our Birth is Not a Mistake
The article features Gray Arnold, president of the Little People of America association, discussing his experiences with dwarfism and advocating for a change in societal…
Approximately 400 People Visit Tehran Emergency Services in One Day Due to Pollution
On December 29, nearly 400 patients in Tehran sought emergency medical treatment due to severe air pollution, reflecting a significant increase in respiratory and heart-related…
Statues for Slaves Underwater
The Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada aims to educate visitors about underwater life and honors the memory of slaves who perished during their journey to…
NATO's Combat Mission in Afghanistan Officially Ended
NATO officially ended its combat mission in Afghanistan, transitioning to a training and support role amidst ongoing Taliban threats. General John Campbell emphasized the mission's…
Vietnam's Efforts to Capture the Caviar Market
Vietnam is making significant strides in the caviar market by cultivating sturgeon and aiming to compete with traditional producers like Russia and Iran. The Vietnamese…
Dog Follows Ambulance to Stay with Its Sick Owner
A touching incident in Brazil where a dog followed an ambulance to stay with its sick homeless owner has gone viral on social media. The…
Iran Denies Ayatollah Khomeini's Connection to Assassination Attempt on Pope John Paul II
Iran's embassy in Belgrade has denied any connection between Ayatollah Khomeini and the 1981 assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II, following claims made by…
Pregnancy Allowance for Fourth Child and Beyond
The Iranian Social Security Organization has announced the cancellation of restrictions on pregnancy allowances for families having fourth children and beyond, aligning with government policies…
Erdogan: Efforts to Control Turkey's Population are Treason
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned population control efforts as treason, insisting that a growing young population is essential for Turkey's future. His remarks come…
An 88-Year-Old Secular Politician Becomes President of Tunisia
Beji Caid Essebsi, an 88-year-old secular politician, has been elected president of Tunisia, winning over 55% of the votes against interim president Moncef Marzouki. This…
Monthly Living Costs in Tehran Amount to 2.28 Million Tomans
Tehran has the highest living costs in Iran at 2.28 million tomans per household, while the minimum wage is only 609,000 tomans. This disparity highlights…
We Are Ashamed of the Situation of Afghan Children in Iran; Is This All?
Four Afghan students were reportedly punished in a humiliating manner by a teacher in Iran, sparking outrage and sympathy from the Iranian public. This incident…
Bronze Statue of Ronaldo Unveiled in His Hometown
Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled a bronze statue of himself in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira, expressing pride and gratitude for the honor. The statue, designed by…
Tunisian Secular Candidate Claims Victory in Presidential Election
Mohamed Beji Caid Essebsi claims victory in Tunisia's first free presidential election, while current president Moncef Marzouki refuses to concede until official results are announced.…
Holding Free Presidential Elections in Tunisia
Tunisia held its second round of presidential elections on December 30, marking the first free election since its independence in 1956. The main candidates are…
Attack by assailant shouting Allahu Akbar injures three police officers in France
A 20-year-old man attacked three police officers in France while shouting Allahu Akbar, injuring them before being shot dead by police. The assailant was identified…
The Academy of Persian Language: Ups and Downs
The article discusses the history and challenges faced by the Academy of Persian Language and Literature, highlighting its ongoing struggle to promote Persian vocabulary amidst…
Interview with Azita Ghahreman: Self-Censorship and the Erasure of Women's Individuality in Poetry
Azita Ghahreman discusses her latest poetry collection 'Hypnosis in Dr. Caligari's Office', exploring themes of self-censorship, gender identity, and the narrative techniques in her work.…
White House Does Not Rule Out Raul Castro's Visit to the U.S.
The White House has not ruled out the possibility of Raul Castro visiting the U.S. following the announcement of normalized relations between the U.S. and…
Members of Boko Haram Kidnap at Least 185 Women and Children in Nigeria
Boko Haram militants kidnapped 185 women and children and killed 35 in northeastern Nigeria, raising concerns about security forces' effectiveness. The attack reflects the ongoing…
Prosthetic Hand Controlled by Brain Signals Successfully Tested
A new prosthetic hand that can be controlled by brain signals has been successfully tested on a woman with quadriplegia. This innovation represents a significant…
Significant Events in US-Cuba Relations After the 1959 Revolution
The US and Cuba announced their readiness to normalize diplomatic relations after decades of hostility, marking a significant shift in their relationship. This decision comes…
Hostage Situation at 'Lindt Cafe' in Sydney Ends with Police Assault
A hostage situation at the Lindt Cafe in Sydney ended with a police assault that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including the hostage-taker,…
The Controversy Surrounding Hafez Nazeri and the Grammy Award: Politics or Competition?
The debate over Hafez Nazeri's participation in the Grammy Awards has sparked controversy, with accusations of dishonesty regarding the album's nomination. This situation highlights the…
John Kerry: The World Faces a 'Tragedy' from Climate Change
John Kerry emphasized the urgent need for global action against climate change at a UN conference in Lima, warning that failure to act could lead…
Nobel Prize Ceremony in Sweden and Norway
On December 10, Sweden and Norway celebrate the Nobel Prize ceremony, where winners receive prestigious awards including a gold medal and diploma. This event is…
NASA's Curiosity Rover Discovers Lake Features on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered evidence of a lake in a volcanic crater on Mars, suggesting that the planet may have once had conditions suitable…
Latest in the British Music Market
This week in the British music market features new releases from Paul McCartney, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Sam Smith. McCartney's single aims to connect with…
Stomach Cancer is the 'Most Common' Cancer Among Iranian Men
At an international congress on gastrointestinal cancers in Iran, experts highlighted stomach cancer as the most prevalent cancer among Iranian men, urging for preventive measures.…
Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology States User Identity Verification is a Priority
Iran's Minister of Communications announced that verifying internet users' identities is a priority for the government, indicating a future where all users must have identifiable…
Identification of Internet Users' Identity Declared a Priority by the Ministry of Communications
The Iranian government is prioritizing the identification of internet users, stating that no user will be allowed to access the internet without an established identity.…
Ashton Carter Nominated as U.S. Secretary of Defense
President Obama has nominated Ashton Carter as the new Secretary of Defense, succeeding Chuck Hagel. Carter, currently the Deputy Secretary of Defense, is expected to…
The British Embassy in Iran Will Reopen by the End of 2014
The Iranian parliament's friendship group with Britain predicts the British embassy in Tehran will reopen by the end of 2014, contingent on resolving visa issues.…
An American Female Teacher Murdered in Abu Dhabi
An American teacher was murdered in a shopping center in Abu Dhabi by an unknown assailant wielding a sharp object. The police are investigating the…
UN Resolution: Israel Should Join the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution urging Israel to join the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and place its nuclear facilities under international oversight, with significant…
No Significant Security Threat for Closing Canadian Embassy in Tehran
A recent CBC report reveals that the Canadian embassy in Tehran was not facing significant security threats when it was closed two years ago, contradicting…