March 2019
Concerns Over Overflowing Dez and Karkheh Dams Due to Lack of Flood Warning Systems
Heavy rainfall has led to a critical situation at the Karkheh Dam, prompting emergency declarations in Khuzestan province. Officials are considering releasing excess water from…
Nowruz in Prison with the 'Scent of Longing'
The article explores the experience of Nowruz for political prisoners in Iran, highlighting their feelings of longing and the absence of family during this festive…
Venezuelan Government Bans Opposition Leader from Public Office for 15 Years
The Venezuelan government has disqualified opposition leader Juan Guaidó from public office for 15 years, citing financial misconduct. Guaidó, recognized as interim president by many…
Arrest of 9 Iranians with 100 Kilograms of Heroin on the Shores of India
Nine Iranians were arrested by Indian coast guard with 100 kilograms of heroin off the coast of Gujarat. The shipment, valued at over $72 million,…
Unpublished Excerpts from Ayatollah Khomeini's Will
Unpublished excerpts from Ayatollah Khomeini's will emphasize the need for resilience during crises and attribute national problems to historical injustices. He calls on religious leaders…
Chronicle of a Flood
The article discusses a radio program reflecting on the differences of Nowruz in 1398, including international reactions to floods in Iran and a Ukrainian comedian's…
Free Solo: A Struggle with Death in Front of the Camera
The documentary 'Free Solo' follows climber Alex Honnold as he attempts to scale El Capitan without any ropes, showcasing his struggle against death. The film…
U.S. Attorney General's Intent to Release Mueller Report in Coming Weeks
U.S. Attorney General William Barr plans to release a public version of Robert Mueller's report on the Russia investigation in the coming weeks, following a…
Trump's Veto Not Overturned in U.S. House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives failed to overturn President Trump's veto on his national emergency declaration for border wall funding, allowing him to access federal…
Jahangiri Warns About Floods in the Capital: We Must Protect Tehran with All Our Might
Iran's First Vice President, Eshaq Jahangiri, has warned of potential severe flooding in Tehran and emphasized the need for preparedness among officials. Rescue teams are…
Images and Videos of Floods in Iran on Social Media
Severe flooding in Iran has resulted in at least 21 deaths, with significant damage reported in multiple provinces. The Iranian Red Crescent has labeled this…
Israel: Seven Injured Following Rocket Fired from Gaza Striking a House
A rocket launched from Gaza struck a house in Israel's Sharon area, injuring seven people, including two children. This incident follows a recent escalation of…
Trump to Sign Order Recognizing Israeli Sovereignty Over Golan Heights
Donald Trump is set to sign an order recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights during a meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, which has drawn…
The Death Toll from Floods and Cyclones in Southern Africa Exceeds 700
Cyclone Idai has caused over 700 deaths across Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, with many more missing and thousands displaced. The UN has called for global…
Pompeo Congratulates 'U.S. Army, Syrian Democratic Forces, and Coalition' Following ISIS Defeat
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo congratulated the U.S. military and Syrian Democratic Forces for liberating Iraq and Syria from ISIS. The announcement follows President…
Nineteenth Week of Yellow Vest Protests; Ban on Demonstrations in Some Areas of Paris
The Yellow Vest protests in Paris continue for the nineteenth week, with significant police presence and a ban on demonstrations in certain areas due to…
170 People Killed in Nowruz Accidents
In the past week, 170 people have died in road accidents in Iran, with significant increases in casualties compared to previous years. Officials attribute the…
Alam al-Huda: Iran Hacked the Phones of Netanyahu's Family and His Rival
Ahmad Alam al-Huda claims Iran hacked the phones of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's family and his political rival. This assertion contradicts the Iranian Foreign Ministry's…
Capsizing of a Boat in the Tigris River in Iraq; 72 Dead and Dozens Missing
A boat capsized in the Tigris River in Iraq, resulting in at least 72 fatalities and many missing, primarily women and children. The passengers were…
Iran's Statistical Center Reports Inflation Rate of Approximately 27% for 2018
The Statistical Center of Iran reported an average inflation rate of 26.9% for 2018, the highest in five years, with significant increases in food prices…
Former Bosnian Serb Leader Radovan Karadzic's Life Sentence Increased
Radovan Karadzic, former leader of the Bosnian Serbs, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. This ruling comes…
Trump Says U.S. Considering Brazil's NATO Membership Option
Donald Trump has indicated that the U.S. is considering Brazil's potential membership in NATO during a meeting with President Jair Bolsonaro. This development highlights the…
UK Prime Minister's Request to the EU for Brexit Delay
UK Prime Minister Theresa May is seeking a three-month delay for Brexit as Parliament voted against her previous plan. The EU is currently considering options…
Attack in Utrecht; Discovery of a Note Indicating 'Terrorist Motive'
A tram attack in Utrecht left three dead and nine injured, with the main suspect, Gokmen Tanis, arrested after a note suggesting terrorist motives was…
Opponents of Maduro Take Control of Three Venezuelan Diplomatic Centers in the U.S.
Juan Guaidó's supporters claim control over three Venezuelan diplomatic centers in the U.S., challenging Nicolás Maduro's legitimacy. This move is backed by the U.S. and…
Shooting Suspect Arrested in Utrecht, Netherlands
A shooting in Utrecht, Netherlands, resulted in three deaths and nine injuries, leading to the arrest of the suspect, Gokmen Tanis, who has a significant…
Persepolis Finishes 1397 Year at the Top of the Table
The Iranian Premier League concluded in 1397 with Persepolis securing the top position after a decisive victory over Sepidrood. Esteghlal and Tractor also finished strong,…
Trump Vetoes US Congress Bill on Emergency Status
President Trump vetoed a congressional bill aimed at revoking the emergency status at the southern US border. This decision follows a Senate vote where Republicans…
1398; The Outlook for Iranian Households
In 1397, Iran experienced significant economic challenges including high inflation rates and scarcity of essential goods. Official statistics report inflation over 42% overall and over…
U.S. Senate Rejects Emergency Status for Border Wall Construction
The U.S. Senate voted to end the emergency status declared by President Trump for border wall construction, with 12 Republican senators joining Democrats in the…
Fox Caught in Poultry Farm Killed with the Help of Chickens
A fox entered a poultry farm in France but was unable to escape and was killed by the chickens. This incident highlights the instinctual behavior…
Academic Fraud Case in the U.S.; From Famous Figures to Two Iranian-Americans
A major academic fraud case in the U.S. involves celebrities and two Iranian-Americans accused of bribing officials to secure university admissions for wealthy students. This…
Over 1500 ISIS Militants Surrendered in Syria
Over 1500 ISIS militants and their families surrendered to the Syrian Democratic Forces in Baghouz, marking a significant step towards the end of ISIS's territorial…
121% Inflation of Imported Goods to Iran
Iran's imported goods have seen a staggering 122% inflation in the fall of this year compared to last year, with the dollar price increasing significantly…
Donald Trump Announces $4.6 Trillion U.S. Budget for 2020
Donald Trump announced a $4.7 trillion budget for 2020, projecting a deficit of $1.1 trillion, the highest in a decade. The budget relies on optimistic…
Nationwide Power Outage in Venezuela Enters Its Fourth Day
Venezuela is experiencing its fourth consecutive day of a nationwide power outage, with President Nicolás Maduro blaming the U.S. for cyber attacks while experts cite…
Netanyahu's Rival Coalition Leads in Polls Ahead of Parliamentary Elections
As Israel approaches its parliamentary elections, the Blue and White coalition led by Benny Gantz and Yair Lapid leads in polls but has weakened significantly.…
Opponents of the Venezuelan Government Prepare for a 'Nationwide March in Caracas'
Juan Guaidó has called for a nationwide march in Caracas against Nicolás Maduro's government amid a severe power crisis. The opposition leader has challenged Maduro's…
Power Outages and Widespread Blackouts Fuel Humanitarian Crisis in Venezuela
Widespread power outages in Venezuela have heightened tensions between President Nicolas Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaido, with both sides blaming each other. The outages…
Parliament Research Center: Iran Will Lose Gasoline Self-Sufficiency in Two Years
The Iranian Parliament's Research Center warns that domestic gasoline production will fall short of consumption within two years due to rising demand and smuggling. The…
Three Labor Organizations: The Minimum Wage for Workers Should Be Seven Million Tomans
Three independent labor organizations in Iran are demanding a minimum monthly wage of seven million tomans for workers, citing the rising cost of living. They…
Venezuela Expels German Ambassador
Venezuela expelled the German ambassador after he supported opposition leader Juan Guaidó, who has returned to the country amid intensified protests against President Nicolás Maduro.…
Meeting with Youssef Farhadi Babadi
Youssef Farhadi Babadi, a 37-year-old environmental activist and master's student, is imprisoned for his advocacy work. He has been involved in environmental campaigns since 2015,…
Keeping a Pet Lion Cost a Czech Citizen His Life
A Czech man was killed by his pet lion, which led to police shooting both the male and female lions. Michal Prašek had kept the…
Trump Attacks Democrats in Response to House Judiciary Committee Investigations
Donald Trump has reacted to the House Judiciary Committee's investigations into allegations against him by attacking Democrats, claiming they are obstructing justice. The investigations focus…
Vatican to Reveal Secrets of World War II?
Pope Francis announced the opening of Vatican archives from the papacy of Pius XII, which may clarify the Church's actions during World War II, especially…
Discovery of 1,500 Smuggled Turtles at Manila Airport
Philippine authorities have seized over 1,500 rare turtles smuggled in luggage at Manila Airport. The turtles were found in bags belonging to a Filipino traveler…
Opposing Senators Likely to Achieve Sufficient Votes Against Emergency Declaration at the Mexico Border
The U.S. Senate is likely to gather enough votes to oppose President Trump's emergency declaration for funding the border wall, with Republican Senator Rand Paul…
The Beginning of a Decisive Battle of US-Supported Forces Against the Last Positions of ISIS in Syria
US-supported forces have begun a decisive battle against the last ISIS positions in Syria, coinciding with a deadly attack by al-Qaeda-aligned militants that killed Syrian…
The Best-Selling Electric Cars in the World
The Nissan Leaf is the best-selling electric car globally, with 360,000 units sold by the end of 2018. Other notable models include the Tesla Model…
Iran Had the Worst Fundamental Rights Index Among 126 Countries Last Year
Iran ranked 102nd out of 126 countries in the latest 'Rule of Law Index,' with the worst score in 'Fundamental Rights.' This report highlights a…
The United States Imposes New Sanctions on Venezuelan Officials
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on six Venezuelan officials for blocking humanitarian aid, amid a severe economic crisis in Venezuela. Nicolás Maduro's regime is…
Tens of Thousands Demonstrate in Algeria Against Bouteflika's Re-election Bid
Tens of thousands protested in Algeria against President Abdelaziz Bouteflika's bid for a fifth term, marking the largest demonstrations to date against his candidacy. The…