October 2016
Giant Dutch Vacuum Cleaner for Air Particle Filtration
Dutch inventors have developed a giant vacuum cleaner-like device that purifies polluted air, capable of filtering large volumes and removing harmful particles. This innovation has…
Over 10,000 More People Dismissed in Turkey in Connection with the Coup
The Turkish government has dismissed over 10,000 public sector employees and shut down media outlets in the aftermath of a failed coup. President Erdoğan is…
Khodkhodai Reiterates: Guardian Council's Opinions Before Approval of Representatives' Credentials
Abbasali Khodkhodai, spokesperson for the Guardian Council, reiterated the council's role in overseeing parliamentary representatives before their credentials are approved. The discussion centers around the…
Declining Purchasing Power: An Obstacle to Economic Growth?
The article discusses the severe decline in purchasing power in Iran, which is hindering economic growth. It highlights the gap between household expenses and worker…
Famous Afghan Girl on National Geographic Cover Arrested in Pakistan
Sharbat Gula, the Afghan girl famous for her National Geographic cover photo, was arrested in Pakistan for using fake identification documents. Her arrest reflects the…
Roots
The article reflects on the author's journey as a migrant from Iran to Australia, exploring themes of identity and cultural roots through a photography project…
Iraq's Parliament Votes to Ban Production and Sale of Alcoholic Beverages
Iraq's parliament has voted to ban the production and sale of alcoholic beverages, citing constitutional grounds against anti-Islamic laws. This has sparked controversy, especially among…
Prostitution of Women: A Job or a Social Harm?
The article discusses the debate between sociologists Nira Toohidi and Hossein Ghazian on whether prostitution is a legitimate job or a social harm. Toohidi argues…
Indonesian President Defends Chemical Castration Punishment
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has defended a law allowing for the chemical castration of child sex offenders, stating there is no compromise on sexual crimes.…
Police: 700 Marriage Websites Blocked
Iran's Cyber Police have blocked over 700 marriage websites and referred their operators to judicial authorities, denying any endorsement from religious leaders. Only the Ministry…
Iran Secures Third Place in World Futsal Championship
The Iranian national futsal team won third place in the 2016 World Cup by defeating Portugal in a penalty shootout. This achievement marks Iran's best…