March 2015
Another Blogger Killed in Bangladesh
A secular blogger named Wathiq Rahman was killed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, marking the second attack on critics of religious extremism in five weeks. The incident…
Obama's Nowruz Message: The Opportunity for Agreement May Not Come Again Soon
President Obama addressed the Iranian people in a Nowruz message, highlighting hopes for a nuclear agreement and emphasizing the urgency of reaching a diplomatic solution.…
Smart Recycling; A Greener Planet
A range of startups in the U.S. are innovating in food waste recycling and energy production, addressing significant food waste issues while promoting sustainability. Companies…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson: Negotiation with Bashar al-Assad is Out of the Question
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry suggested negotiations with Bashar al-Assad are necessary for peace in Syria, but State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki clarified that…
Why Were There No Homosexuals in Victorian England, Like Today in Iran?!
The article discusses the historical and cultural context of homosexuality, comparing Victorian England and contemporary Iran. It argues that the concept of homosexuality as a…