July 2016
Pope Francis: A Small Group of Extremists Can Be Found in Every Religion
Pope Francis emphasized that labeling Islam as inherently violent is incorrect, noting that all religions have extremist factions. His comments came after a recent attack…
Democratic Party Campaign Targeted by Cyber Attack Again
The Democratic Party's campaign committee has been targeted by a cyber attack for the second time in a week, with potential links to Russian hackers.…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 168
The radio program discusses the current political climate in Iran, highlighting the responsibilities of opposition groups and the potential for societal radicalization. It also covers…
The Puzzle of Inflation Reduction Amidst Inflated Liquidity
Iran's inflation rate showed a slight decline to 9.2% in July, but point-to-point inflation rose, raising concerns about future inflation rates. The significant increase in…
Health Commission Head: Exhumation of Kiarostami Possible
Ali Nobakht, head of the Health Commission, suggested that Abbas Kiarostami's body could be exhumed for investigation if complaints persist, pending family consent. Bahman Kiarostami…
Jam Hospital: Surgeon Abbas Kiarostami Was Absent Due to 'Travel' During His Surgery
The head of Jam Hospital revealed that the surgeon for Abbas Kiarostami was absent during his gallbladder surgery due to travel, raising questions about medical…
Russian Balloonist Breaks Round-the-World Travel Record
Russian balloonist Fyodor Kaniukov has set a new record for non-stop travel around the world by balloon, completing the journey in 11 days. This achievement…
Mission: Possible; Solar-Powered Plane Completes Round-the-World Journey
Solar Impulse 2 has completed its historic round-the-world journey powered solely by solar energy, landing in the UAE after a 48-hour flight from Cairo. Pilots…
Turkish Prime Minister: Constitutional Changes Will Be Made
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim announced an agreement among parliamentary leaders to make minor constitutional changes to address systemic deadlocks. This comes amid growing concerns…
Turkey; Government Supporters and Opponents Join Forces in a March Against the Coup
On July 24, tens of thousands of Turkish citizens marched in Istanbul against a failed coup attempt, uniting both government supporters and opponents. The event…
Erdogan's Order to Close Over 2300 Civil and Educational Institutions in Turkey
President Erdogan has ordered the closure of over 2300 institutions in Turkey, including schools and charities, accusing them of ties to his political rival Fethullah…
Baku Takes Control of a Prominent University Linked to Gülen
The Azerbaijani government has taken control of Caucasus University, previously linked to Fethullah Gülen, amid concerns from students about the future of the institution. This…
European Union: Turkey Must Respect the Rule of Law and Fundamental Freedoms
The European Union has expressed concern over Turkey's declaration of a state of emergency following a failed coup attempt, urging respect for the rule of…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 167
The radio program discusses the ongoing crisis in Iran, highlighting the responsibilities of the opposition and the potential radicalization of society. It also covers statements…
99 Generals and Admirals of the Turkish Army Officially Accused of 'Attempting a Coup'
Ninety-nine Turkish generals were accused of attempting a coup, leading to widespread suspensions of judges, teachers, and police, totaling over 60,000. The Turkish government claims…
Turkish Media: Former Air Force Commander Denies Involvement in Coup
Former Turkish Air Force Commander Akin Ozturk denied involvement in the recent failed coup, claiming he tried to prevent it. This denial comes amid significant…
Ministry of Interior: No Individual or Official Has Entered Iran from Turkey After Recent Events
Iran's Deputy Security Minister stated that the recent coup attempt in Turkey did not pose a security threat to Iran, and no officials have crossed…
Seven Arrested in Connection with Nice Massacre
Seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the Nice attack that killed 84 people, including the attacker Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel, who had expressed interest…
In the Aftermath of the Nice Attack, France Calls on Youth to Join Reserve Forces
In response to a deadly attack in Nice, France's Interior Minister has called on young people to join reserve forces to bolster national security. The…
French President: A Group May Be Behind the Nice Attack
A terrorist attack in Nice, France, resulted in 84 deaths and over 200 injuries, with a Tunisian man identified as the attacker. The incident has…
General Votel: The U.S. May Need More Military Forces in Iraq
General Joseph Votel announced that the U.S. may need to increase its military presence in Iraq to support ongoing operations against ISIS. The U.S. is…
Warning of a 'Deep Divide' in France Following Terrorist Attacks
Patrick Calvar, head of France's intelligence agency, warns of a deep societal divide following terrorist attacks, urging the government to monitor far-right groups. He expresses…
Discovery of Water Clouds Outside the Solar System
Researchers from the University of Santa Cruz have discovered water clouds in a brown dwarf named WISE 0855, located over seven light-years from Earth. This…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 166
The radio program discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding Iran. The program…
Theresa May Begins Her Term as the New Prime Minister of Britain
Theresa May has officially taken office as the new Prime Minister of Britain after David Cameron's resignation following the Brexit vote. She has appointed Boris…
Many Men Ignoring Signs of Testicular Cancer
A significant number of men are delaying doctor visits after noticing unusual signs in their testicles, despite the fact that early detection of testicular cancer…
Opposition from Leader and Senior Democratic Representatives in Congress to Three New Proposals Regarding Iran
Nancy Pelosi and senior Democratic representatives are urging their party to oppose three new congressional proposals regarding Iran that could impact U.S. commitments under the…
Obama at Dallas Memorial for Fallen Officers: We Must Set Aside Despair
Barack Obama spoke at a memorial for five police officers killed by a sniper in Dallas, urging Americans to set aside despair amid rising racial…
Evolution on Earth Occurred 'Faster' During Warm Periods
A study reveals that evolution in early life forms on Earth occurred much faster during warmer periods, with genetic mutations happening 4,000 times faster than…
Flood of Twitter Messages Supporting the Freedom of Narges Mohammadi
Narges Mohammadi, a human rights activist in Iran, has been on a hunger strike for 15 days due to restrictions on contacting her children. A…
Carter: 560 American Soldiers to be Deployed to Iraq's Qayyarah Airbase
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter announced the deployment of 560 American troops to Iraq's Qayyarah Airbase to assist in its reconstruction and support Iraqi…
Identification of 'Large and Hidden Faults' Within Tehran
Iran's Geological Organization has identified large hidden faults in Tehran, increasing the city's earthquake risk significantly. The Pardisan fault poses a greater threat than previously…
Bipolar and Depressed Individuals 'Become More Obese and Die Sooner'
A new study links low cortisol levels to obesity and cardiovascular diseases in patients with depression and bipolar disorder, suggesting that these conditions can significantly…
Dallas Sniper Intended to Carry Out 'Wider Attacks'
The Dallas sniper, Micah Johnson, had plans for broader attacks prior to the recent protests against police violence. He was found with bomb-making materials and…
Protests Against Police Shooting of Black Americans Continue in the U.S.
Protests against police shootings of Black Americans have persisted across multiple U.S. cities, largely remaining non-violent despite recent violent incidents in Dallas. The protests are…
Mahshahr: Fire That 'Caused Millions of Dollars in Damage' Continues
A major fire at the Bouali Petrochemical Complex in Mahshahr, which has been ongoing for three days, has reportedly caused millions of dollars in damage.…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 165
The radio program discusses the current political situation in Iran, including the implications of U.S. President Trump's statements on Iran and the recent death of…
Obama: We Protect American Muslims Against Ignorance and Xenophobia
Barack Obama issued a message on Eid al-Fitr emphasizing the contributions of American Muslims and condemning rising xenophobia and violence against them. He reaffirmed a…
The Realization of the Promise of Single-Digit Inflation Amidst Recession
Iran has achieved a single-digit inflation rate for the first time in 25 years, with the Central Bank reporting a rate of 9.7% in June…
A Death That Is Hard to Believe
Abbas Kiarostami, a pivotal figure in Iranian cinema, passed away on July 5, 2016, marking a significant loss for both Iranian and global cinema. His…
Iraqi Anger Over Security Failures; Death Toll from Baghdad Attacks Rises to 213
Iraqi citizens are expressing outrage over the government's failure to secure the city following a devastating suicide bombing that killed at least 213 people. Prime…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 164
The radio program discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's comments on Iran's actions. Key…