December 2014
Statues for Slaves Underwater
The Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada aims to educate visitors about underwater life and honors the memory of slaves who perished during their journey to…
Syrian Government Expresses Readiness to Negotiate with Opposition Groups
The Syrian government has expressed readiness to negotiate with opposition groups in a meeting set for next month in Moscow. However, it remains uncertain whether…
Arson Attack on Mosque in Sweden Leaves Five Injured
An intentional fire at a mosque in Skellefteå, Sweden, injured five people and is being investigated as arson. The incident reflects the rising anti-immigrant sentiment…
Commemoration for Hostage Crisis Victims Held in Sydney
A memorial service was held for the victims of the Sydney hostage crisis, Tori Johnson and Katrina Dawson, who were killed during the incident. The…
"Alango"; A Website for Iranian Underground Designers
Alango is an Iranian website that has been selling handmade works by Iranian designers internationally for two years. Founded by Golshid Mola, the site aims…
Bronze Statue of Ronaldo Unveiled in His Hometown
Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled a bronze statue of himself in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira, expressing pride and gratitude for the honor. The statue, designed by…
Man in France Attacks Pedestrians with Car Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'
A man in Dijon, France, attacked pedestrians with a car while shouting 'Allahu Akbar', injuring 11 people. This incident follows another attack in which a…
Holding Free Presidential Elections in Tunisia
Tunisia held its second round of presidential elections on December 30, marking the first free election since its independence in 1956. The main candidates are…
Holding Yalda Night Tours Banned This Year
The Tehran Cultural Heritage and Tourism Director has banned Yalda Night tours this year due to religious observances coinciding with the event. Many tourism agencies…
The U.S. Seeks to Resume Diplomatic Relations with Cuba
The U.S. is moving towards resuming diplomatic relations with Cuba following the release of Alan Gross, a U.S. citizen imprisoned there. President Obama is expected…
License Issued for a Rapper in Iran
Armin Zarei, a rapper known as 2afm, has become the first Persian rapper to receive a license from Iran's Ministry of Culture, amidst ongoing debates…
Environment, Cancer, and the Need for Awareness
The article discusses the efforts of a group of mothers in Italy, led by Anna Magri, who are advocating for environmental awareness and action against…
20 to 50 Million Tomans: The Cost of Military Service for Draft Dodgers
Iran's military is implementing a new policy allowing draft dodgers to pay fines ranging from 20 to 50 million tomans to resolve their military service…
Arrest of 'Wife and Son' of ISIS Leader in Lebanon
Lebanese authorities have arrested the wife and son of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who are currently being interrogated. This arrest occurs amid ongoing negotiations…