November 2015
Istanbul Through the Eyes of the Underprivileged
Orhan Pamuk's latest novel, "A Strangeness in My Mind," portrays Istanbul from the perspective of a marginalized street vendor, reflecting on the struggles of migrants…
Concerns Over the Construction of the Largest Animal Cloning Center in China
A new animal cloning center in China, set to produce over a million calves annually, has sparked ethical concerns among social media users. The project…
Prospects of Iran's New Oil Contract Model
Iran has launched a new oil contract model aiming to attract $25 billion in foreign investment for 50 oil and gas projects. The contracts, which…
Kurdish Rights Defense Lawyer Shot Dead in Eastern Turkey
Taher Ilchi, a Kurdish rights lawyer in Turkey, was shot dead during a police confrontation in Diyarbakir, leading to widespread protests and political reactions. His…
Putin Issues Economic Sanctions Against Turkey
Vladimir Putin has imposed economic sanctions on Turkey following the downing of a Russian warplane by Turkish forces. The sanctions include bans on certain imports…
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan: Russia Should Not Play with Fire
Tensions between Turkey and Russia have escalated following Turkey's downing of a Russian aircraft, prompting Erdoğan to warn Russia against further provocations. Several Turkish businessmen…
Continued Accusations Between Putin and Erdogan Following Fighter Jet Downing
Tensions between Turkey and Russia escalated after Turkey downed a Russian fighter jet, leading to mutual accusations of deception and emotional responses from both leaders.…
Iranian Refugees with Sewn Lips
Iranian refugees at the Macedonia-Greece border are facing restrictions on crossing, leading some to protest by sewing their lips shut. This situation highlights the ongoing…
Turkey Shoots Down Russian Fighter Jet
Turkey shot down a Russian fighter jet that allegedly violated its airspace, leading to a confirmation from Russia that the jet was over Syria. The…
Belgium Extends State of Emergency for One Week
Belgium has extended its state of emergency for one week due to heightened security concerns following the Paris attacks. Prime Minister Charles Michel announced that…
Economic Assassination
The article discusses the persistent economic challenges faced by Iranians and the lack of interest in economic news. It highlights the efforts of journalists to…
16 Arrested in Belgian Police 'Anti-Terrorist' Operation
Belgian police arrested 16 individuals in an anti-terror operation following the Paris attacks, although key suspect Salah Abdeslam was not among them. The operation involved…
Prevention of Forouhar Memorial Ceremony; 'This Time Without Prior Notice'
On the seventeenth anniversary of their murder, security forces prevented the memorial ceremony for Dariush Forouhar and Parvaneh Eskandari without prior notice. Parastou Forouhar, their…
Iraq Sells Its Oil for as Low as $30
Iraq is selling some of its oil for as low as $30 to capture global markets, despite a significant drop in oil prices. This situation…
Death of the mastermind behind the Paris terrorist attacks confirmed
The Paris prosecutor confirmed the death of Abdelhamid Abaaoud, the mastermind behind the recent terrorist attacks in Paris that killed at least 129 people. His…
Evacuation of a Terminal at Copenhagen Airport Following Discovery of Suspicious Luggage
Danish police evacuated a terminal at Copenhagen Airport after finding a suspicious suitcase, amidst heightened security following recent terrorist attacks in Europe. This incident reflects…
Death of at least two suspects in extensive security operations in Paris
A major security operation in Paris resulted in the deaths of at least two suspects linked to last week's terrorist attacks, with reports of heavy…
Second Domestic Operation by French Security Forces Following Paris Attacks
French security forces launched over 120 operations in response to the recent Paris attacks, which killed at least 129 people. The operations, which also included…
Aung San Suu Kyi's Party Wins Myanmar Elections
Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy has decisively won Myanmar's parliamentary elections, ending military rule. This victory is significant as it marks the…
Kurdish Peshmerga Take Control of Central Sinjar
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have recaptured central Sinjar from ISIS, marking a significant military victory. This operation, supported by U.S.-led coalition forces, aims to reclaim territory…
Kurdish Peshmerga Operations to Retake Sinjar from the Islamic State
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have launched an operation to reclaim Sinjar from the Islamic State, supported by U.S. airstrikes. This operation is significant due to the…
Statistical Center: Iranians Work for Two Hours and 46 Minutes
The Statistical Center of Iran reports that Iranians work an average of 2 hours and 46 minutes daily, with significant time spent on personal care…
Parliamentary Elections Held in Myanmar
Myanmar held its first free parliamentary elections in 25 years, with an 80% voter turnout. The National League for Democracy, led by Aung San Suu…
Significant Increase in Russian Asylum Applications in the U.S. in 2015
In 2015, Russian asylum applications in the U.S. surged to the highest level in two decades due to increased political repression, corruption, and discrimination against…
Austrian Grandmother Tears Up One Million Euros in Banknotes
An 85-year-old Austrian woman tore up nearly one million euros to upset her heirs, but the Austrian central bank has stated it will exchange the…
Facebook's Value Surpasses $300 Billion
Facebook's market value has surpassed $306 billion, making it the seventh most valuable company in the U.S. after a strong third quarter report. The company's…
ISIS Lover Sends Russian Girl to Prison
Varvara Karalova, a 19-year-old Russian girl, was arrested for allegedly attempting to join ISIS and recruiting others. Her mother claims she is psychologically dependent on…
The 2015 Goncourt Prize Goes to Matthias Enard
Matthias Enard won the prestigious Goncourt Prize for his novel "Compass," which explores themes of love and the historical relationship between Europe and the Middle…
US: Volkswagen Has Cheated Again on Vehicle Emissions Testing
The U.S. EPA has accused Volkswagen of cheating on emissions tests for the second time, now involving high-displacement vehicles. This includes models from Porsche and…
Turkey Elections; 'Decisive' Victory for Justice and Development, Criticism from Opponents
The Justice and Development Party won Turkey's parliamentary elections decisively, allowing Erdoğan to form a government without a coalition. Opposition parties criticized the election's fairness,…
Victory of the Ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey's Parliamentary Elections
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) won Turkey's parliamentary elections with 49.4% of the vote, ensuring Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu's continuation in office for…