May 2023
Author of Illustrated Shahnameh Books for Children: The First Page of the New Book is in Memory of Kian Pirfalak
Arsia Rozegar has published a new illustrated book for children based on the Shahnameh, honoring Kian Pirfalak on its first page. The book aims to…
Filtering Has Not Stopped Iranians' Presence in Cyberspace; Over 50% of People Are Active on Social Media
Despite the filtering of major social media platforms in Iran, millions of users remain active, with significant engagement on Instagram and Twitter. The report highlights…
Rosalynn Carter, Former First Lady of the United States, Diagnosed with Dementia
Rosalynn Carter, the former First Lady, has been diagnosed with dementia and is living at home with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, who is…
Ghazal Safari, Iranian Singer: The People of Iran Are Separate from Their Government
Ghazal Safari, an Iranian singer living in Britain after fleeing Ukraine due to the Russian invasion, emphasizes the distinction between the people of Iran and…
Joe Biden Honors Generations of Fallen American Soldiers on Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, President Joe Biden honored fallen American soldiers and emphasized the importance of remembering their sacrifices for democracy. He linked their legacy to…
Risk of Deportation for Iranian Refugee Filmmaker; Canada: Mahshid Ahangarani Has 'Visited Iran Several Times'
Mahshid Ahangarani Farahani, an Iranian filmmaker and refugee in Canada, is at risk of deportation due to her travels to Iran, where her films are…
Reaching an Initial Agreement on Increasing the U.S. Federal Debt Ceiling
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have reached an initial agreement to raise the U.S. federal debt ceiling, ending a prolonged deadlock. The…
Mehdi Taremi Makes History; Iranian Goal Machine of Porto Becomes Top Scorer in Portuguese Premier League
Mehdi Taremi has become the top scorer in the Portuguese Premier League with 22 goals, leading FC Porto to a second-place finish. His achievement highlights…
The Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival Goes to 'Anatomy of a Fall'
The 76th Cannes Film Festival concluded with 'Anatomy of a Fall' winning the Palme d'Or. Koji Yakusho received the Best Actor award, presented by Iranian…
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Reports Progress in Federal Debt Ceiling Negotiations
Kevin McCarthy announced progress in negotiations with President Biden about raising the federal debt ceiling, with both sides expressing optimism for an agreement. The outcome…
Support from Various Unions in Los Angeles for Striking Writers in Hollywood
Various unions in Los Angeles have rallied in support of striking Hollywood writers who are demanding higher wages and job security. The Writers Guild of…
New Research: 10 Percent of Omicron Patients in the U.S. Suffer from Chronic COVID
A new study reveals that 10% of Americans infected with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 suffer from chronic COVID, a lower rate than previously thought.…
US Reaction to Prisoner Exchange with the Islamic Republic; A Disturbing Example for Advancing Political Goals
The US State Department expressed relief over the release of a Belgian citizen by Iran while condemning the unjust imprisonment of foreign nationals for political…
US National Debt Ceiling Crisis; Biden Says He is Close to Agreement with McCarthy
President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy are negotiating a potential two-year agreement to raise the US debt ceiling, with a deadline approaching. The US…
Continued Uncertainty Surrounding the Situation of Rouhollah Rasouli, 15-Year-Old Detained in Golestan Province
Rouhollah Rasouli, a 15-year-old Baluch boy, has been detained for over two weeks in Golestan Province due to his media activities and alleged collaboration with…
Restoring Real Sensation to Prosthetic Hands; Afghan-Origin Scientist from Lausanne Polytechnic Explains to Voice of America
Dr. Soleiman Shakur and his team at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are developing technology to restore temperature sensation in prosthetic limbs for amputees.…
Two Separate Discoveries; Fossils Reveal the Life of Two Prehistoric Predators
Recent fossil discoveries in South Africa and Spain reveal insights into prehistoric predators, including the Inostranzewia mammal and the Protaetliys dinosaur. These findings enhance our…
Senior Israeli Military Official: Negative Developments in Iran's Nuclear Program Could Lead to 'Action'
Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi of the Israeli military warns that Iran's advancements in uranium enrichment could provoke military action. This statement comes amid failed international…
Complaint by Several Chinese Citizens Against Property Purchase Restrictions in Florida
A group of Chinese citizens in Florida is suing the state over a new law that restricts property purchases for citizens from certain countries, including…
Job Advertisement at Voice of America
Voice of America is advertising for positions of senior multimedia journalist and media manager. This recruitment is significant as it indicates the organization's ongoing efforts…
Increase in Child Marriage in Iran; Over 27,000 Cases of Child Marriage Registered in One Year
The Iranian Statistical Center reported over 27,000 cases of child marriage involving girls under 15 in the past year, reversing a previous decline. This issue…
Poll After Greek Elections; No Party Achieves Absolute Majority
A recent poll indicates that Greece's ruling party, New Democracy, is leading but may not achieve an absolute majority in the elections. If confirmed, this…
Award Given to Zahra Amirabrahimi at Cannes Festival; Cate Blanchett Supports Iranian Women
Cate Blanchett showed solidarity with Iranian women by attending the Cannes Film Festival barefoot and presenting an award to Zahra Amirabrahimi, who spoke out against…
Life Sentence for Sayfullo Saipov, Attacker of the New York Terrorist Incident
Sayfullo Saipov has been sentenced to life in prison for a 2017 terrorist attack in New York that killed eight people. The court heard from…
Kılıçdaroğlu Criticizes the Presence of 10 Million 'Illegal Migrants' in Turkey
Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu criticized Erdoğan's government for allowing 10 million illegal migrants into Turkey, reflecting a nationalist shift ahead of the second round of elections. Kılıçdaroğlu,…
Taghi Rahmani: Iranians Abroad Should Continue to Be the Voice of the People Inside
Taghi Rahmani emphasizes the importance of Iranians abroad continuing to amplify the voices of protesters inside Iran. He advocates for increased support for political prisoners…
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia; 'Always Together, United in Diversity'
May 17 marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, with global leaders emphasizing the importance of diversity and equality for LGBTQ+ individuals. In…
The Animation 'Our Uniform' by Yeganeh Moghadam Wins Two Awards at the 'Animayo' Festival in Spain
Yeganeh Moghadam's animation 'Our Uniform' won two awards at the prestigious Animayo festival in Spain, including the Grand Jury Prize for Best International Short Animation.…
Russia's Claim of Destroying a Patriot System; Ukraine: It's Empty Propaganda
Ukraine denies Russia's claim of destroying a Patriot missile defense system, labeling it as propaganda. American officials suggest that while one system may have been…
New Findings from the Pompeii Ruins; Earthquakes Also Contributed to the Deaths
New archaeological findings reveal that the eruption of Mount Vesuvius was accompanied by significant earthquakes that contributed to the fatalities in Pompeii. Experts discovered two…
Turkey's Presidential Election Heads to Second Round; Erdogan's Coalition Retains Parliamentary Majority
Turkey's presidential election will proceed to a second round as no candidate secured over 50% of the votes. Recep Tayyip Erdogan leads with 49.39% against…
American Fighters Intercept Six Russian Aircraft Near Alaska
American fighters intercepted six Russian aircraft near Alaska, including bombers and fighters, in what NORAD described as a routine operation. This incident highlights ongoing military…
Turkey Elections; Twitter Rhetoric of Main Rivals as Vote Counting Nears Completion
The Turkish presidential elections have concluded, with Recep Tayyip Erdogan leading against Kemal Kilicdaroglu as votes are counted. Both candidates have taken to Twitter to…
Zelensky's Meeting with Pope Francis in Vatican; Support for Ukraine's Peace Plan
Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Pope Francis in the Vatican to seek support for Ukraine's peace plan and assistance in returning abducted children. The meeting…
Increase in Sugar Prices and Market Fluctuations
The Iranian Sugar and Sugarcane Industry Association announced a price increase for sugar to 25,500 tomans per kilogram due to market needs. This follows a…
UNESCO Honors Maryam Mirzakhani; Her Name Reminds Us of Women's Abilities
UNESCO honored Iranian mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani on her birthday, highlighting her legacy and the achievements of women. Mirzakhani was the first woman to win the…
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Warns Illegal Immigrants
The U.S. has ended Title 42, which previously allowed for the expulsion of migrants due to COVID-19. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned that strict immigration laws…
Fact-Checking | Putin: The Victimhood of a War Criminal Under Pursuit
Vladimir Putin characterized Russia as a victim in the Ukraine war during a Victory Day speech, despite ongoing war crimes accusations against him. Analysts suggest…
Johnny Depp Takes the Director's Chair; Al Pacino to Star in 'Modigliani'
Johnny Depp has confirmed that Al Pacino will star in his upcoming film 'Modigliani', which portrays the life of Italian painter Amedeo Modigliani. This marks…
30% Increase in Textbook Prices in Iranian Schools
The Iranian government has announced a 30% increase in textbook prices for the upcoming academic year, attributed to rising raw material costs. This increase follows…
Dairy Farmers' Association: Milk at 15,000 Tomans Per Kilogram is Not Profitable
The head of the Iranian Dairy Farmers' Association warns that the current price of milk at 15,000 tomans per kilogram is unsustainable, leading to potential…
Etemad Report: Economic Factors Play a More Prominent Role in Rising Divorce Rates
The Etemad newspaper highlights a significant rise in divorce rates in Iran, correlating it with economic factors and a decline in social capital. Statistics show…
Transfer of Fatemeh Sepehri from Hospital to Prison; Bone Repair Facilities Not Available in Prison
Fatemeh Sepehri, a political prisoner, has been transferred from the hospital to prison despite needing special medical care after surgery. Her brother highlights the lack…
Federal Jury in New York Finds Trump Liable in 'Sexual Assault' Case
A federal jury found Donald Trump liable for sexual assault against E. Jean Carroll and ordered him to pay $5 million. This civil case does…
Severe Fire at Dorcheh Power Plant in Isfahan; Request for Help from Nearby Fire Departments
A severe fire broke out at the Abbaspoor power plant in Dorcheh, Isfahan, prompting requests for assistance from nearby fire departments. While some sources suggest…
When Statistics Speak; The Heavy Shadow of Hunger in Iran
The Statistical Center of Iran reports a significant increase in the importance of food and housing expenses amid rising inflation, leading to a drastic reduction…
Research Report: 'Unprecedented' Decline in Domestic Tourism Among Iranians
A recent report highlights a dramatic decline in domestic and foreign tourism among Iranians, with domestic trips dropping from over 103 million in spring 1398…
Iran's Statistical Center: Annual Inflation Rate Reaches Approximately 46 Percent
Iran's annual inflation rate has reached 45.8%, with significant price increases in essential goods like sugar and chicken. The government faces rising public discontent and…
The First Lady of the United States Calls the Coronation of the King of Britain a Historic Moment
Jill Biden represented the U.S. at the coronation of King Charles III, calling it a historic moment. This marks the first time a U.S. First…
Coronation Ceremony of King and Queen of Britain Held | Photo Report
The coronation of Charles III and Camilla as King and Queen of Britain took place on May 6 at Westminster Abbey, marking a historic live…
Photo Report: The Coronation Ceremony of Charles III and His Wife Camilla as King and Queen of Britain
The coronation ceremony for Charles III and Camilla as the new King and Queen of Britain took place, with the First Lady of the United…
Joe Biden Congratulates Charles III on His Coronation as King of Britain
Joe Biden congratulated King Charles III and Queen Camilla on their coronation in a grand ceremony in London, attended by world leaders and millions of…
Britain Prepares for the Coronation of Charles III
Britain is set to hold the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023, with world leaders invited and millions expected to watch. The…
New Financial Allegation Against Conservative U.S. Supreme Court Justice; Tuition Fees for Grandson
Justice Clarence Thomas faces allegations of failing to disclose tuition payments for his grandson, allegedly paid by a wealthy real estate investor. This follows previous…
The Challenge of Diamonds Ahead of the British King's Coronation Ceremony; From 'Koh-i-Noor' to 'Cullinan'
Buckingham Palace announced that the 'Koh-i-Noor' diamond will not be used in the upcoming coronation of King Charles, prompting South Africans to demand the return…
Bipartisan Senate Plan to Compete with China; Schumer: Committed to Maintaining U.S. Leadership
U.S. Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are collaborating with Republicans on a bipartisan plan to enhance economic competitiveness against China, focusing on technology access,…
Writers' Strike Begins in Hollywood; Production Halted
Writers in Hollywood have gone on strike, shutting down talk shows and halting production due to demands for higher wages and job security. Over 11,000…
Iranian American Jews: Iranians Consider 'Separatists' as Enemies of the Iranian Nation
Iranian American Jewish federations opposed a letter from 32 Israeli Knesset members advocating for the separation of parts of Iran, labeling such efforts as harmful…