September 2015
One Thousand and One Nights as Narrated by Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie's latest novel, "Two Years, Eight Months and Twenty-Eight Nights," explores the conflict between religious fanaticism and rationality through a magical realism lens. The…
From New Jersey to Gilan; 'Becoming Iranian'
Bijan Rohanji, an Iranian-American, shares his journey of identity and connection to Iran through photography. After spending two and a half years in Iran, he…
The Theme of My Stories is Misunderstanding
Mohammad Abdi's new short story collection, "Enjoy the Opera," features concise narratives that capture fleeting moments in characters' lives, reflecting a modern storytelling style. The…
Game of Thrones Receives 12 Emmy Awards
The fifth season of 'Game of Thrones' won 12 Emmy Awards, setting a record for the most awards won by a series at the Emmys.…
The Struggles of a Refugee in Paris; Interview with Mana Nystani
Mana Nystani, an Iranian cartoonist and comic creator, discusses her latest work, a comic guide for political refugees in France, highlighting the challenges they face…
Like a Tree That Looks at Itself in Silence!
Sheida Mohammadi, a California-based poet, discusses her latest poetry collection "Red Whispers," reflecting on her personal experiences and the evolution of her poetic voice. She…
Discovery of a New Species of Human in South Africa
Scientists have discovered a new species of human, Homo naledi, in a cave near Johannesburg, South Africa, consisting of fossilized bones from 15 individuals. This…
ISIS Sex Slave: My Price Was Eight Dollars
Jinan, a Yazidi girl who escaped ISIS captivity, published a book detailing her experiences as a sex slave, revealing the horrific conditions and the commodification…
Iraj Karimi; An Influential Critic of a Generation
Iraj Karimi, a prominent Iranian film critic and filmmaker, passed away due to advanced bone marrow cancer. He was influential in shaping film criticism in…
Saudi Grand Mufti's Strong Criticism of Majid Majidi's Film 'Muhammad'
Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Sheikh, the Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, criticized the Iranian film 'Muhammad' as a hostile act against Islam, calling it a 'Zoroastrian'…