May 2015
Representative of the Mining House: Over 50% of Iran's Mines are Inactive
Over 50% of Iran's licensed mines are reported to be inactive, with calls for the government to transfer mining operations to the private sector for…
Iraqi Shiite Militias Take Over Operations in Anbar Province
Iraqi Shiite militias have taken charge of military operations in Anbar Province to expel the 'Islamic State' following a significant defeat for the Iraqi government…
139 Graves of Refugees Found in Northern Malaysia
Malaysian police have discovered 139 graves and 28 human trafficking camps in northern Malaysia, near the Thai border. This follows increasing international concern over the…
65-Year-Old German Woman Gives Birth to Quadruplets, Becomes Mother of 17 Children
Ingrit Ronik, a 65-year-old German woman, has given birth to quadruplets, making her the oldest woman to do so and bringing her total number of…
Google Moves Closer to Building Intelligent Robots
Google has announced advancements towards creating intelligent robots capable of human-like conversation, led by Professor Geoffrey Hinton. This development is significant as it pushes the…
A Smart World for Dogs
The article discusses the rise of pet care applications and technologies in the U.S. that cater to dog owners, including services for temporary housing, walking,…
Robots Will Overcome Humans
Nick Bostrom, a leading AI expert, warns that robots and AI may surpass human intelligence within the next century, echoing concerns raised by Stephen Hawking.…
A Dinosaur the Size of a Pigeon with Bat-like Wings
Chinese scientists have discovered a dinosaur named 'Yi Qi,' which is the size of a pigeon and has bat-like wings, living around 160 million years…
B.B. King, the 'King' of Blues, Passes Away
B.B. King, an iconic figure in blues music, has died at the age of 89. He was known for his extraordinary guitar skills and had…
Iraqi: Drafting the Nuclear Agreement Will Not Be Completed Soon
Abbas Araghchi announced that the drafting of the nuclear agreement will take at least another week or two due to significant disagreements among the negotiating…
Malaysia Returns Boat with Hundreds of Refugees
Malaysia has returned a boat carrying over 500 refugees, primarily Rohingya Muslims, after providing them with supplies. The Malaysian government emphasizes its inability to accept…
Former CIA Officer Sentenced to Prison for Leaking Information About Iran
Jeffrey Sterling, a former CIA officer, was sentenced to three and a half years in prison for leaking classified information about a covert program related…
Germanwings Plane: Co-Pilot Practiced Rapid Descent on Previous Flight
The co-pilot of Germanwings, Andreas Lubitz, practiced rapid descent maneuvers on the same day he deliberately crashed a plane into the French Alps, killing all…
Iranian Poetry and the Issue of the People
Dariush Memar discusses his two new books, focusing on the relationship between poetry and social issues in Iran. His work explores the evolution of collectivism…
New Report: Israeli Army Inflicts Unprecedented Harm on Gaza Civilians
A report by retired Israeli soldiers claims that the Israeli army caused unprecedented harm to Gaza civilians during the 2014 conflict, with soldiers reportedly firing…
Identity of Suspects in Shooting Related to Prophet Muhammad Event in Texas Identified
Two suspects, Elton Simpson and Nadir Soofi, were identified as the shooters in a Texas event related to cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad, where they…
Second Court Session for Those Accused of Burning Farakhunde Held
The second court session for the trial of 12 men accused of murdering Farakhunde took place in Kabul. Farakhunde was killed and burned by a…
The 'Gipsy Kings' Group is Coming to Iran
The famous Spanish music group 'Gipsy Kings' is set to perform in Tehran from May 20 to 26, pending final approvals from relevant authorities. This…
Various Applications for the Convenience of Car Owners
The article discusses various applications designed to assist car owners with fuel consumption tracking, navigation, and safety while driving. It highlights the growing market for…
Baltimore Prosecutor: Freddie Gray Killed While in Police Custody
Freddie Gray, a young Black man, was declared killed while in police custody in Baltimore, leading to arrest warrants for six officers. His death has…