January 2015
Inventor of Laser and Nobel Prize Winner Charles Hard Townes Passes Away
Charles Hard Townes, the inventor of the laser and Nobel Prize-winning physicist, has died at the age of 99. His groundbreaking work in laser technology…
Litvinenko, former Russian intelligence officer, likely 'was poisoned twice'
New evidence reveals that Alexander Litvinenko was poisoned twice with radioactive plutonium before his death in 2006, contradicting previous beliefs. This case continues to strain…
Perpetrators of Suicide Attacks Speak of Their Recruitment and Training
The Afghan Intelligence Agency has allowed media to interview individuals who were recruited for suicide attacks, revealing their motivations and training experiences. Young recruits like…
"Dozens of Civilians" Killed in Airstrike by Bashar al-Assad's Forces
An airstrike by Syrian government forces on a livestock market in al-Khansaa resulted in at least 65 civilian deaths, with reports suggesting the toll could…
Arrest of 27 Suspects Linked to 'Islamic State' in Europe
Belgian police conducted a significant anti-terror operation, resulting in the arrest of 27 suspects linked to the Islamic State across Belgium, Germany, and France. The…
Discovery of a 7,000-Year-Old Skeleton in Excavation on Molavi Street, Tehran
An archaeological excavation in Tehran has uncovered a 7,000-year-old skeleton, significantly extending the timeline of human settlement in the area. This discovery challenges previous assumptions…
Boko Haram Uses 10-Year-Old Girl for Suicide Attack, Killing 20
Boko Haram carried out a suicide attack using a 10-year-old girl in Nigeria, resulting in at least 20 deaths and numerous injuries. This incident highlights…
Four Corners: From Russia's Armored Taxi to India's 600 Million Toilet Problem
A Soviet-era armored vehicle has been approved to operate as a taxi in St. Petersburg, Russia, while India's Prime Minister Modi is launching a national…
Two Arrested Following Anti-Terror Operation in Australia
Two individuals were arrested in Sydney as part of an anti-terror operation linked to investigations into supporters of militants in Iraq and Syria. The arrests…
Amnesty International: Boko Haram has carried out its deadliest mass killing
Boko Haram has executed a devastating attack in northern Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of nearly 2,000 people, primarily women and children. Amnesty International has…
Discovery of Earth-like Planets Outside the Solar System
NASA has discovered three or four Earth-like planets outside the solar system, located in the Goldilocks Zone, which could potentially support liquid water. However, these…
The Tail of the AirAsia Plane Found in the Java Sea
The tail of the crashed AirAsia plane was found in the Java Sea, along with 40 bodies and various parts of the aircraft. The plane…
A Leftist Group Claims Responsibility for Suicide Attack in Istanbul
A leftist group in Turkey has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing at a police station in Istanbul, resulting in one police officer's death and…
Musical Legends Who Passed Away in 2014, Part Two
In 2014, the music world mourned the loss of influential artists Jack Bruce, Paco de Lucía, and Joe Cocker. Each left a significant mark on…
Discovery of a 4500-Year-Old Tomb of a Forgotten Egyptian Queen
Czech archaeologists have discovered the tomb of a previously unknown Egyptian queen, Khenetkawes III, who was the wife of Pharaoh Neferfre, dating back 4500 years.…
Fingerprint Theft Using a 'Regular Digital Camera'
Hacker Jan Kreissler claims to have copied the fingerprint of German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen using a regular digital camera and software. This…
Discovery of the Fifth Piece of AirAsia Plane; Divers Face Operational Difficulties
A fifth piece of the crashed AirAsia plane has been discovered, but adverse weather conditions are delaying recovery efforts for victims and the black box.…
Two Large Pieces of AirAsia Plane Found
Searchers have found two large pieces of the AirAsia plane that crashed into the sea while traveling from Indonesia to Singapore, along with an oil…
Jahānbaghlou: Modern Society is the Result of Human Self-Reflection and Autonomy
Ramin Jahānbaghlou discusses the complex concept of modernity, emphasizing its philosophical roots and the historical context of its development over the past 500 years. He…