November 2014
Police Officer Who Killed American Teen Resigns
Darren Wilson, the police officer involved in the shooting of Michael Brown, has resigned amid ongoing protests and unrest in Ferguson and across the U.S.…
Concerns Over the Spread of Corn Syrup Consumption in Iran
Concerns are rising in Iran regarding the increased use of corn syrup in confectioneries as a sugar substitute, which is linked to a significant rise…
Hosni Mubarak Acquitted of Charges of Ordering the Killing of Opponents
Hosni Mubarak has been acquitted of charges related to the killing of opponents during the 2011 revolution and gas exports to Israel, but remains in…
Dozens of Prisoners in Venezuela Have Died Due to Drug Poisoning
In Venezuela, 35 prisoners have died from drug poisoning, raising concerns among human rights advocates about the official narrative. The situation escalated following a hunger…
Politics 68 - Guest of the Week: Siamak Ghaderi
The weekly program 'Politics' hosted by Kambiz Hosseini features Siamak Ghaderi as the guest this week. The show is broadcasted on Hotbird satellite and is…
Over a Hundred Islamists Arrested Ahead of Nationwide Protests in Egypt
Egyptian security forces arrested over 100 Islamists ahead of planned protests against President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. The Salafi Front called for demonstrations to oppose the…
Relative Calm Returns to Ferguson
Ferguson has seen a return to relative calm after protests erupted following the decision not to charge a police officer who killed a Black teenager.…
Music News from Iran
Ali Rahbari advises Hossein Alizadeh against accepting the title of Knight, arguing it undermines the authenticity of Iranian music. Mohammad Reza Shajarian criticizes the commercialization…
Human Rights Federation: Preventing Abortion is Violence Against Women
The International Federation for Human Rights condemned laws preventing abortion as a form of violence against women, highlighting the dangers posed by such restrictions. The…
We Came to Watch the Garden with a Setar
Richie Boroumand, an Iranian-American musician, blends traditional Iranian music with Western influences in his works. He emphasizes the importance of cultural roots and identity in…
Morteza Pashaei, the Sorrow of the Autumn Generation
The article discusses the impact of Morteza Pashaei's music on Iranian youth, highlighting the emotional connections young listeners have with his songs compared to those…
Amoli Larijani Considered the Reduction of Centrifuges as a Sign of Nuclear Retreat
Sadeq Amoli Larijani criticized Western demands for reducing Iran's centrifuges, stating that such concessions would equate to a nuclear retreat and undermine national dignity. The…
Violence Against Women in Iran: From 'Patriarchal Laws' to 'Societal Poverty'
The article discusses the pervasive issue of violence against women in Iran, highlighting the role of patriarchal laws and societal poverty in exacerbating this violence.…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Cities in Diyala Province from ISIS
Iraqi forces have successfully retaken the cities of Saadiya and Jalawla from ISIS militants with support from Shiite and Kurdish groups. Ongoing clashes and bombings…
HIV Infection Rates Among Iranian Women Have Increased Rapidly
HIV infection rates among Iranian women are rising, with significant implications for public health and economic burdens. The Ministry of Health reports that one-third of…
John Lennon Wall in Prague Painted White
The John Lennon Wall in Prague, a symbol of artistic resistance, was painted white by art students on the 25th anniversary of the end of…
Joe Biden Calls for Withdrawal of Russian Forces from Ukraine
Joe Biden condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine and called for the withdrawal of Russian forces during a visit to Kyiv, where he met with President…
Iranian-American Ramin Tolu'i Appointed Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Finance at U.S. Treasury
Ramin Tolu'i, an Iranian-American, has been appointed as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Finance at the U.S. Treasury. His role will focus on international…
Egypt's Prosecutor Demands Death Penalty for Mohamed Morsi
Egypt's Attorney General has demanded the death penalty for former president Mohamed Morsi, accusing him of espionage for foreign countries, including Iran. This trial is…
Significant Decrease in 'Average Fertility Rate' in Iranian Families
The fertility rate in Iranian families has decreased significantly, with the average number of children per family dropping from six to less than two since…
Human Rights Observers: ISIS has Executed 1,432 Syrians Since July
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports that ISIS has executed 1,432 Syrians since July, with many victims being civilians, including children. The ongoing violence…
Bono Escapes Death
Bono narrowly escaped a serious aviation incident while flying from Dublin to Berlin when a door detached from the aircraft. Despite the scare, all passengers…
Health Minister: There Are Platforms That Produce Mental Illness
Iran's Health Minister criticized certain platforms for exacerbating mental health issues while lacking sufficient hospital resources for mental health patients. He expressed skepticism about the…
UN Secretary-General Calls for 'Wide Mobilization' Against Ebola
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged global leaders at the G20 summit to mobilize resources against the Ebola outbreak, which has claimed over 5,000 lives. He…
US Announces: 35 Airstrikes Against ISIS Positions from Wednesday to Friday
The US conducted 35 airstrikes against ISIS in Syria and Iraq from November 21 to 23, targeting positions of the Islamic State and Khorasan group.…
Death of Morteza Pashaei, Singer of 'One-Way Road'
Morteza Pashaei, a popular Iranian singer known for his hit song 'One-Way Road', died at the age of 30 after a long battle with cancer.…
What Was the Focus of John Kerry's Negotiations with Palestinian Officials?
John Kerry met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Jordan amid rising tensions between Israelis and Palestinians. He is also set to meet with Jordan's…
France: Key Questions About the Nuclear Agreement with Iran Remain
French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius expressed cautious optimism about a nuclear agreement with Iran by the upcoming deadline, but emphasized that key questions remain unresolved.…
Deputy for Women in the Ministry of Sports: Women Will Return to Stadiums
Rababeh Shahrian announced that women will be allowed to attend certain sports events in Iran, following international pressure after the arrest of Ghoncheh Ghavami. This…