July 2023
Escalating Economic Crisis Consequences on Society; Four Workers at 'Petrochemical Chavar' Commit Suicide in One Year
The article reports on the suicide of four workers at Petrochemical Chavar in Iran due to economic hardship and job insecurity. The situation reflects broader…
Emergency Meeting of West African Leaders on Niger Coup; Military Government Warns Against Any Intervention
West African leaders are meeting to discuss actions against Niger's military government following a coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. The military has warned against…
Polish Prime Minister: Wagner Mercenaries Have Moved Closer to the Polish Border
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announced that Wagner mercenaries are approaching the Polish border from Belarus, raising security concerns. Poland has begun moving troops to…
Car Bomb Explosion at Zainabiyah Shrine in Damascus Leaves 6 Dead and Dozens Injured
A car bomb exploded outside the Zainabiyah shrine in Damascus, killing 6 and injuring dozens. This attack is the second on the shrine in a…
President of 'House of Cards' Acquitted; Freedom at 64
Kevin Spacey was acquitted of all sexual assault charges in a London court after a lengthy deliberation. The allegations dated back to 2001-2013, and Spacey…
Britain Investigates Links Between Weight Loss and Diabetes Drugs and Suicide and Self-Harm
Britain is investigating the safety of several diabetes and weight loss drugs after reports of suicidal thoughts and self-harm among patients. The review includes drugs…
Prevention of Commemoration Ceremony for Ahmad Shamlou; His Grave Hidden and Cemetery Blockaded
On the 23rd anniversary of Ahmad Shamlou's death, security forces blocked a commemoration ceremony at his grave in Karaj, preventing attendees from honoring the poet.…
Blinken: We Are Not in a Position to Discuss a Nuclear Agreement with Iran
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that the U.S. is not currently discussing a nuclear agreement with Iran, emphasizing the need for Iran to…
Tens of Thousands of Israelis Protest Against Judicial Reform Bill: Threat to Democracy
Tens of thousands of Israelis protested in Jerusalem against Netanyahu's judicial reform bill, which they see as a threat to democracy. The protests included former…
US Government: We Will Not Provide Another Dollar to the Wuhan Institute of Virology
The US has halted funding to the Wuhan Institute of Virology due to its failure to provide safety documentation amid ongoing debates about the origins…
First Drug for Protecting Infants Against Respiratory Syncytial Virus Approved in the U.S.
The FDA has approved the first drug, Beyfortus, to protect infants against RSV, which causes significant hospitalizations and deaths among children in the U.S. This…
Turkey Sells Drones to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has agreed to purchase drones from Turkey to enhance its military capabilities. This deal is part of Turkey's efforts to improve economic relations…
Head of Iran's Football Referees Committee: 12% of Matches Decided by Refereeing Errors
Khodadad Afsharian, head of Iran's Referees Committee, revealed that 12% of football match outcomes are influenced by refereeing errors, with 21% of last season's Premier…
John Kerry Emphasizes the Need for 'Real Progress' in US-China Climate Dialogue
John Kerry is in Beijing to discuss climate change with Chinese officials, emphasizing the need for progress ahead of upcoming UN climate talks. Severe weather…
Cinema Artists Protest Strange Ruling Against an Actress; An Insult to the Intelligence of All Cinema Professionals
Iranian cinema professionals have protested a ruling against actress Azadeh Samadi, which includes a six-month social media ban and mandatory therapy for alleged anti-social behavior.…
U.S. Senate to Consider Bill for Disclosure of UFO-Related Documents
The U.S. Senate is set to consider a bipartisan bill that mandates the disclosure of UFO-related documents, led by Senators Chuck Schumer and Mike Rounds.…
Collaboration of Iranian-Origin Professor in Britain with Sharif University Despite Sanctions
Dr. Soheil Jafari, an Iranian-origin professor at Cranfield University, has shared research on jet engines with Sharif University, which is under UK sanctions. This collaboration…
Biden in Finland: NATO Summit Was Historic
President Biden labeled the recent NATO summit in Finland as historic due to the commitment to support Ukraine. The summit welcomed Finland as a new…
Mahoor Ahmadi's Speech Without Mandatory Hijab: My Father Stood 'Beside No Power'
Mahoor Ahmadi spoke at her father's funeral without a mandatory hijab, asserting her father's resistance against authority. Ahmadreza Ahmadi, a significant figure in Iranian literature,…
30 Billion Toman Tax for Influencers; Tax Collection Has Become Security-Related
The Iranian government is intensifying tax collection efforts on social media influencers, with significant tax assessments made for those with large followings. This move reflects…
Microsoft Reports Chinese Hackers Breached Emails of U.S. Government Organizations
Microsoft revealed that Chinese hackers accessed the emails of around 25 organizations, including U.S. government agencies, in a cyber espionage campaign that began in May.…
Results of a Study: Humans Entered the Americas Earlier Than Previously Thought
A new study reveals that prehistoric humans lived in the Americas alongside giant sloths, dating back 25,000 to 27,000 years, earlier than previously thought. This…
Over 40% of Ukrainian Refugees in Germany Seek Long-Term Residency
A recent survey shows that 44% of Ukrainian refugees in Germany want to stay long-term, up from 39% last year. Many cite integration programs and…
Committee to Protect Journalists Calls for 'Unconditional' Release of Nazila Maroufian, Investigative Journalist
Nazila Maroufian, an investigative journalist, was arrested by security forces, prompting the Committee to Protect Journalists to demand her unconditional release. Maroufian has faced previous…
U.S. State Department Welcomes Iraq-TOTAL Energy Deal for Energy Self-Sufficiency
The U.S. State Department has welcomed a $27 billion energy deal between Iraq and TOTAL Energy aimed at achieving energy self-sufficiency. This deal includes recovering…
Azerbaijan Temporarily Blocks 'Lachin' Border Crossing
Azerbaijan has temporarily blocked the Lachin border crossing to Armenia, citing smuggling concerns involving the Red Cross. This action highlights ongoing tensions between Azerbaijan and…
Biden's Phone Call with Erdogan Regarding Sweden's NATO Membership
President Biden spoke with Turkish President Erdogan to facilitate Sweden's NATO membership, which requires unanimous approval from all NATO members. Turkey acknowledges Sweden's progress but…
Germany Plans to Delay Ukraine's NATO Membership
Germany is planning to delay Ukraine's NATO membership due to fears of escalating conflict with Russia. Ukrainian President Zelensky is actively seeking support from Western…
Washington Post: Closing Schools for Afghan Girls Has Caused Mental Health Issues
The Washington Post reports that the Taliban's closure of educational institutions for Afghan girls has led to significant mental health issues among them. Afghan psychologists…
Racist Shooter in Texas Sentenced to 90 Consecutive Life Sentences
Patrick Crusius, a 24-year-old white supremacist, was sentenced to 90 consecutive life sentences for a 2019 mass shooting at a Texas Walmart that killed 23…
Rafael Grossi's Visit to South Korea and Discussions on Fukushima's Radioactive Water Discharge
Rafael Grossi, the IAEA Director General, is visiting South Korea to discuss Japan's plan to discharge treated radioactive water from Fukushima. While South Korea respects…
Turkish President Consults on Extension of Black Sea Grain Deal
Turkish President Erdogan is consulting with Russia to extend the Black Sea grain deal for at least three more months, following discussions with Ukrainian President…
Humanoid Robots at UN Press Conference: We Can Be Better Leaders
At a UN press conference in Geneva, nine humanoid robots claimed they could be more effective leaders than humans while assuring that they would not…
Greta Thunberg, Swedish Environmental Activist, May Face Six Months in Prison
Greta Thunberg is facing legal action in Sweden for blocking a highway during a climate protest, potentially leading to a fine or six months in…
Latest Discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope: The Farthest Black Holes in the Universe
NASA researchers have discovered the farthest active supermassive black holes using the James Webb Space Telescope. These black holes, located in the Sears galaxy, formed…
Swedish Prime Minister Meets with Joe Biden to 'Accelerate NATO Membership'
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson met with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss accelerating Sweden's NATO membership ahead of a NATO summit. The meeting highlighted…
Head of the Stock Exchange Organization; Addressing Rent Seekers is on the Agenda
The head of Iran's Stock Exchange Organization has stated that tackling rent seekers is a priority amid ongoing market turmoil. The Ministry of Economy is…
Bread Prices on the Rise; Scenario for Price Increase Under Review
Iranian officials are reviewing a potential increase in bread prices amid ongoing shortages and complaints from bakers about low prices. The government had previously stated…
Saudi Arabia and Russia Again Reduce Oil Production
Saudi Arabia and Russia have announced further reductions in their oil production, with Saudi Arabia cutting one million barrels per day and Russia reducing its…
Sudan Crisis; Renewed Clashes Between Army and Rapid Support Forces Intensify
Renewed clashes between the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces have intensified, leading to a worsening humanitarian crisis with thousands dead and millions displaced. The…
Israeli Media Targeted by Malware Developed by Iranian-Linked Hackers
Iranian-linked hackers, part of APT35, have targeted Israeli media with sophisticated spear-phishing attacks, using updated malware called PowerStar. This incident highlights the ongoing cyber threats…