April 2024
Potential 'Historic Change' in U.S. Drug Policy; Marijuana Considered 'Low Risk' but Not 'Legal'
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that marijuana will not be legalized but will be classified as a low-risk drug, reducing legal barriers for users.…
Deadly Drone Attack in Iraqi Kurdistan; Informed Source to VOA: It Was the Work of Iran's Proxies
A drone attack on the Kormor gas field in Iraqi Kurdistan resulted in four deaths and significant damage, attributed to Iranian-backed militias. This incident highlights…
Tehran Prosecutor Files Charges Against Journalist for Publishing Video of Public Reaction to Tomaj Salehi's Death Sentence
Tehran's prosecutor has charged journalist Milad Alavi for sharing a video of public protests against the death sentence of rapper Tomaj Salehi. This incident highlights…
Turkey Arrests Dozens on Charges of 'Links to ISIS'
Turkey's Interior Minister announced the arrest of 36 individuals suspected of links to ISIS across four provinces. This operation is part of a larger crackdown,…
Taraneh Alidoosti Diagnosed with 'Severe and Unknown Illness'; Her Mother Asks for Love and Prayers
Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress known for her activism, has been diagnosed with an unknown illness, prompting her mother to request love and prayers…
Canada's Opposition to the Visa Extension of an Iranian Researcher; Two-Month Ordeal of a University Professor at Istanbul Airport
Dr. Shiva Kavyani, an Iranian researcher, has been stranded at Istanbul Airport for two months after her Canadian visa was denied for extension. She is…
Self-immolation of a man outside Trump Court Building in New York; police report his condition is critical
A man self-immolated outside a New York courthouse during Donald Trump's trial, resulting in critical injuries. The police found no evidence that he targeted Trump…
Police Arrest Individual Who Entered Iranian Consulate in Paris with 'Grenade and Explosive Belt'
A man armed with a grenade and explosive belt was arrested after entering the Iranian consulate in Paris. The incident has raised security concerns, prompting…
The U.S. Government Increases Access to Free Internet in Countries like Iran
The U.S. has announced an additional $18 million to enhance internet access for citizens in authoritarian countries like Iran. This funding aims to support technologies…
Aida Shakeri, Nika Shakeri's Sister, Arrested for 'Not Wearing Mandatory Hijab'
Aida Shakeri, the sister of Nika Shakeri who was killed during protests in Iran, has been arrested for not wearing a mandatory hijab. This incident…
UN Calls on Israel to End Support for Settler Attacks in the West Bank
The UN has called on Israel to stop supporting settler violence in the West Bank following recent attacks that resulted in the deaths of Palestinians.…
Three Teenagers Arrested in Germany on Suspicion of 'Islamist Motivated Terrorist Operations'
Three teenagers in Germany were arrested on suspicion of planning Islamist terrorist attacks targeting Christians and police. They were found to have praised ISIS and…
Installation of 'Facial Recognition' Cameras at Alzahra University; Student Activists: The University Environment Has Become More Security-Oriented
Alzahra University in Tehran has installed facial recognition cameras, increasing security measures that have drawn protests from students over poor living conditions. The environment for…
Research Report: The Budget of the Institution Led by Kazem Sediqi Equals the Monthly Wages of 24,000 Workers
A recent report reveals that the annual budget of the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice Headquarters, led by Kazem Sediqi, is equivalent to…
Severe Decline in Foreign Travel During Eid; Consequences of Inflation on Tourism and Pilgrimage Trips
Travel during the Eid and Nowruz holidays in Iran has sharply declined due to inflation and poor economic conditions, with many households cutting travel from…
Reflection of the March in the Streets of Frankfurt in German Media; In the Name of Palestinians, to the Benefit of the Islamic Republic
A march in Frankfurt by Shia Muslims expressing solidarity with Palestinians featured images of Iranian leaders, sparking media reactions. The event is seen as more…
Greta Thunberg, Environmental Activist, Arrested in The Hague
Greta Thunberg was arrested twice during climate protests in The Hague, where she advocated against the existential crisis posed by climate change. Her actions highlight…
Launch of WHO's Smart Avatar on Physical and Mental Health; 'Sara' is Proficient in Eight Languages
The WHO has launched 'Sara', a digital health avatar capable of communicating in eight languages, aimed at promoting health and well-being. 'Sara' can provide empathetic…
Turmoil in Iran's Financial Markets; Each US Dollar Reaches 64,000 Tomans
Iran's financial markets are experiencing significant turmoil as the US dollar surpasses 64,000 tomans, impacting the prices of gold and housing. This situation is exacerbated…
The Death Toll from the Nightclub Fire in Istanbul Reaches 29
A fire at a nightclub in Istanbul has resulted in at least 29 fatalities, primarily among renovation workers. The incident is under investigation, and several…
With Erdogan's Party Defeated in Turkey, Opposition Achieves Major Gains in Local Elections
In Turkey's local elections, the opposition party CHP achieved significant victories, maintaining control over key cities like Istanbul and Ankara, which has frustrated President Erdogan.…