March 2017
Grenades, Lasers, Football
During a World Cup qualifying match between Iran and China, a homemade grenade was thrown onto the pitch, injuring an assistant referee and prompting concerns…
The Share of 'Recreation' in the Expense Basket of Iranians; Only Two Percent
A recent analysis reveals that recreation and cultural expenses account for only two percent of the total expenses of Iranian households. This low percentage reflects…
Marcelo Lippi and Carlos Queiroz; The Great Clash in Asian Football
Iran's national football team is set to play against China in a crucial World Cup qualifying match, with Iran leading the group and China struggling.…
U.S. Secretary of State Meets with Chinese President
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral relations amid rising tensions over North Korea. Both leaders expressed…
Dozens of Human Rights Organizations Call for Extension of UN Special Rapporteur's Mandate on Human Rights in Iran
41 human rights organizations are urging the UN Human Rights Council to extend the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, highlighting…
Lorestani Salamander: From Uninvited Guest at Haft-Seen to Smuggling to Neighboring Countries
The article discusses the environmental concerns surrounding the Lorestani salamander, which is increasingly being bought for Nowruz celebrations in Iran, leading to its risk of…
Fines for Hunting Iranian Leopards Increased 16 Times
The Iranian government has increased the hunting fine for Iranian leopards from 5 million to 80 million tomans, coinciding with a significant decrease in leopard…
Does God Exist?
A discussion between Amin Bozorgian and Amin Ghazai explores the existence of God, with Bozorgian arguing for a sociological perspective of God's existence based on…
Jahangirlu: Gandhi for Our Troubled Times
Ramin Jahangirlu discusses Gandhi's philosophy of resistance and protest, arguing that it offers a potential solution to today's democratic crises. He highlights Gandhi's influence on…
Annual Report by the U.S. State Department; Criticism of Human Rights Violations in Iran
The U.S. State Department's 2016 human rights report criticized Iran for severe restrictions on civil liberties and ongoing human rights violations. Rex Tillerson emphasized the…
Chinese Company ZTE to Pay Fine for Violating Iran Sanctions
The Chinese telecommunications company ZTE is nearing a settlement with the U.S. over violations of Iran sanctions, potentially involving hundreds of millions in fines. This…
One of the Largest Drug Traffickers and Death Row Inmate Released on Bail
Ali Moidi announced the release on bail of Basq, a major drug trafficker sentenced to death, raising concerns about the effectiveness of Iran's drug laws.…