September 2017
Continued Actions by the Spanish Government to Prevent the Catalonia Independence Referendum
The Spanish government is intensifying efforts to prevent a Catalonia independence referendum scheduled for October 1st, labeling it illegal. Tensions have escalated between Madrid and…
Deputy Minister of Health: Smokers Should Pay for Their Hospitalization Costs
Iraj Harirchi, the Deputy Minister of Health, announced that smokers in Iran should pay for their own hospitalizations due to the high costs imposed on…
Kim Jong Un: Trump Will Pay a Heavy Price for Threatening North Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of total destruction against North Korea, warning that Trump will face severe consequences.…
Russia's 'Severe' Concern Over Trump's Remarks on Iran Nuclear Deal
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed serious concerns over U.S. President Trump's comments on the Iran nuclear deal, indicating a deepening rift between Moscow and…
Stanislav Petrov; The Man Who 'Saved' the World
Stanislav Petrov, a Soviet military officer, is credited with preventing a nuclear disaster in 1983 by disregarding a false missile alert. His death in May…
End of a 20-Year Mission; Cassini Spacecraft Burns Up Over Saturn
NASA's Cassini spacecraft was destroyed over Saturn, concluding its 20-year mission that provided extensive data about the planet. A humorous opera was created to celebrate…
Ban on the Use of Kaspersky Products in U.S. Government Institutions
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has mandated the removal of Kaspersky Lab software from government systems due to concerns about potential ties to Russian…
New Features and Innovations in Apple's Latest Phones
Apple has introduced new iPhone models, including the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X, featuring advanced processors and face recognition technology. However, the high prices…
Trump: North Korea's Minor Sanctions Are Not Comparable to What Is to Come
The UN Security Council has intensified sanctions against North Korea, banning textile exports and reducing crude oil exports. President Trump remarked that these sanctions are…
Estimated Damage from Hurricanes Irma and Harvey in the U.S.: $290 Billion
AccuWeather estimates that the combined damage from Hurricanes Irma and Harvey will reach $290 billion, significantly impacting the U.S. economy. Both storms, classified as Category…
Hurricane Irma: Millions Left Without Power in Florida
Hurricane Irma has caused widespread power outages in Florida, affecting over three million homes and businesses. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to visit Florida…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of Abdolfattah Soltani
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Abdolfattah Soltani, a human rights lawyer imprisoned for six years. His prolonged detention highlights the repression…
Asma Jahangir: Improving Human Rights in Iran Requires Judicial Reform
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur, highlighted ongoing serious human rights issues in Iran, linking improvements to necessary judicial reforms. Iranian authorities dismiss her findings,…
Masoumeh Ebtekar: Iranian Women Faced Discrimination in Football Matches Against Syria
Masoumeh Ebtekar criticized the discrimination faced by Iranian women during a football match against Syria, where they were denied entry while Syrian women were allowed…
Zika Virus; This Time for Treating Brain Cancer?
Recent research suggests that the Zika virus, known for causing severe birth defects, may be effective in treating glioblastoma, a lethal brain cancer. Researchers are…
Conflicts Between the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and Iranian Laws
The article discusses the conflicts between the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and Iranian laws, highlighting significant areas…
Reduction of Bank Interest Rates and Bank Behavior on the First Day of Implementation
The Central Bank of Iran has implemented a directive reducing deposit interest rates to a maximum of 15%, but some banks are still offering higher…
Trump to Meet World Leaders on UN Structural Reforms
President Trump is set to meet with world leaders to discuss reforms to the UN structure, presenting a ten-point proposal aimed at improving efficiency and…
U.S. State Department Expresses 'Deep' Concern Over Death Sentence for Mohammad Ali Taheri
The U.S. State Department has expressed serious concern over the death sentence issued to Mohammad Ali Taheri, founder of Erfan Halqeh, citing violations of international…