November 2014
Concerns Over the Spread of Corn Syrup Consumption in Iran
Concerns are rising in Iran regarding the increased use of corn syrup in confectioneries as a sugar substitute, which is linked to a significant rise…
Director of a Tehran Hospital Targeted in Acid Attack
Dr. Siamand Anvari, the director of Ziaiian Hospital in Tehran, was attacked with acid while returning home, resulting in injuries to both of his eyes.…
Music News from Iran
Ali Rahbari advises Hossein Alizadeh against accepting the title of Knight, arguing it undermines the authenticity of Iranian music. Mohammad Reza Shajarian criticizes the commercialization…
Soheil Arabi's Wife Discusses His Death Sentence
Soheil Arabi, a social media user, has had his death sentence confirmed by Iran's Supreme Court for blasphemy. His wife spoke to Radio Farda about…
Violence Against Women in Iran: From 'Patriarchal Laws' to 'Societal Poverty'
The article discusses the pervasive issue of violence against women in Iran, highlighting the role of patriarchal laws and societal poverty in exacerbating this violence.…
Religious Reformists Swimming in a Sea of Ambiguity
The article discusses the ideological struggle within the Iranian reformist movement, particularly focusing on the contrasting approaches to implementing Islam and governance. It highlights the…
Reuters: Iran and the US are discussing new ideas
Iran and the US are in negotiations regarding nuclear agreements, with both sides acknowledging significant gaps. The deadline for a comprehensive agreement is approaching, and…
Afkham: The 1+5 Group Has Not Presented Any New Proposal to Iran
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson denied reports of new proposals from the 1+5 group during ongoing nuclear negotiations in Vienna. The focus remains on Iran's own…
Mohammad Javad Zarif Returns to Tehran for 'Consultation'
Mohammad Javad Zarif is returning to Tehran for consultation amid ongoing nuclear negotiations with the P5+1 in Vienna. Key discussions are taking place just days…
Interior Minister Reports on 'Clues' Regarding Acid Attacks in Isfahan
The Iranian Interior Minister announced that security agencies have found clues regarding the acid attacks in Isfahan, which have drawn significant media attention. The governor…
Isfahan Governor Reports Existence of Several Videos Related to Acid Attacks
The governor of Isfahan reported that videos related to recent acid attacks indicate the perpetrator may have psychological issues. He mentioned ideological motivation as a…
Significant Decrease in 'Average Fertility Rate' in Iranian Families
The fertility rate in Iranian families has decreased significantly, with the average number of children per family dropping from six to less than two since…
The Context and Implications of Morteza Pashaei's Death
Morteza Pashaei, a popular Iranian pop singer, died at 30, leading to spontaneous mass gatherings across Iran, surprising the government and opposition alike. His death…
Oman's Minister of Foreign Affairs Makes 'Unofficial' Visit to Iran
Yusuf bin Alawi, Oman's Minister of Foreign Affairs, made an unofficial visit to Iran to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues, including terrorism and the…
France: Key Questions About the Nuclear Agreement with Iran Remain
French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius expressed cautious optimism about a nuclear agreement with Iran by the upcoming deadline, but emphasized that key questions remain unresolved.…
Ministry of Culture: 'The Decline of the Colonel' Will Not Receive Approval Until Revised
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has denied publication approval for Mahmoud Dowlatabadi's novel 'The Decline of the Colonel' due to content issues, stating it will…