December 2015
A Luxurious Hotel in Dubai Burns in Major Fire
A significant fire broke out at the Address Hotel in Dubai, affecting multiple floors. Despite the incident, New Year's Eve celebrations continued nearby. The cause…
Candidates Without Religious Education Banned from Participating in the 'Scientific Exam of the Assembly of Experts'
The Guardian Council has barred candidates without religious education from participating in the upcoming Assembly of Experts elections, emphasizing the importance of religious qualifications. Over…
Furough Turns Eighty
Forough Farrokhzad, a prominent Iranian poet, would have turned eighty on December 29. Despite her short life, her legacy remains influential in Iranian society, with…
Minister of Culture: The case of the insulting magazine against Rouhani's deputy will go to the Press Supervisory Board
The Iranian Minister of Culture announced that the case of the weekly magazine Yalasarat, which published insulting content about the Deputy for Women's Affairs, will…
A 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Afghanistan and Pakistan
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan and Pakistan, causing panic among residents, especially in Islamabad. The earthquake was felt across a wide area, and while…
Female Clerics in Iran Suffer from Food Poverty
Female clerics in Iran are facing severe food poverty and insufficient support from their seminaries, as highlighted by Mahmoudreza Jamshidi. With over 60,000 women studying…
Russia Denies Starting Construction of Two Nuclear Power Plants in Iran Next Week
Russia has denied reports that it will begin construction of two nuclear power plants in Iran next week, suggesting that the information may have been…
Reactions Continue Over the Non-Broadcast of the Interview Between Ferdowsipour and Zarif
The non-broadcast of an interview between Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and host Adel Ferdowsipour has sparked significant reactions from various officials and media…
Tehran Prosecutor: We Have Issued Judicial Orders to Police for Dealing with Bad Hijab
Tehran's prosecutor has ordered police to intensify actions against bad hijab and other social issues, citing a close link between social harms and crime. This…
Hossein Alizadeh: If Someone Responds to Insults, They Belong in a Corner of Prison
Hossein Alizadeh, a renowned Iranian musician, criticized the government's censorship of music and the insults directed at artists, stating that responding to such insults could…
Iran's 'First' Female Sanitation Worker
Soghra Khani Shahabadi has become Iran's first female sanitation worker, supporting her family of eight amid economic challenges. Her story highlights the struggles of women…
ISIS as a Cause of Transboundary Diseases at Iran's Borders
Mehdi Khalaj, head of Iran's Veterinary Organization, warned that the presence of ISIS has made Iran's borders unsafe regarding transboundary diseases. He highlighted the organization's…
Rouhani Emphasizes the Importance of Women's Participation in Elections
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani highlighted the importance of women's participation in upcoming elections, calling for qualified women to register. This comes amid ongoing debates about…
Temporary Ceasefire Extended in Yemen; Peace Talks to Resume on January 14
Yemen's peace talks in Switzerland ended without an agreement, but the temporary ceasefire has been extended for another week. Negotiations are set to resume on…
Improvement of Turkey-Israel Relations: Interview with Meir Jadanfar
Turkey and Israel have agreed to normalize relations and return ambassadors to each other's countries amidst rising tensions between Turkey and Russia. This development indicates…
What Happens If the 'Leader' Dies?
The article discusses the potential political implications of Ayatollah Khamenei's death, questioning how much the Islamic Republic's future relies on individual leadership versus institutional power.…
The World's Most Expensive House Sold for $301 Million
The world's most expensive house, the Palace of Louis XIV, has been sold for $301 million in the suburbs of Paris to an anonymous buyer…
First Death from Influenza in Khuzestan Province
A person has died from influenza in Khuzestan Province, marking the first reported death from the virus in the area. Health officials report a total…
Several Women Announce Candidacy on the First Day of Registration for the Assembly of Experts Elections
Ismat Savadi has registered as the first female candidate for the Assembly of Experts elections in Iran, with reports of other women candidates in various…
Death of Khodadad Farmanfarmaian, Economic Planner of the Pahlavi Era
Khodadad Farmanfarmaian, a significant figure in Iran's economic planning during the Pahlavi era, has died at the age of 87 in London. His contributions to…
The Fall of Oil Prices: An Opportunity for Iran's Economy?
Oil prices have plummeted to an eleven-year low, prompting discussions among Iranian economists about the potential for this crisis to serve as an opportunity for…
Swine Flu: Over 60% of Travel to Kerman Province Canceled
The swine flu outbreak has led to over 60% of travel to Kerman Province being canceled, with officials claiming the situation is now normal. The…
Hassan Khomeini to Run for Assembly of Experts Elections
Hassan Khomeini, grandson of Ruhollah Khomeini, has confirmed his candidacy for the Assembly of Experts elections, marking his first political run. This election is significant…
Rouhani Calls America a 'Sponsor of Terrorism' in Response to Trump's Remarks
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani condemned the U.S. as a 'sponsor of terrorism' in response to Donald Trump's remarks about banning Muslims from entering the U.S.…
Development of Information and Communication Technology in Iran
The International Telecommunication Union's 2015 report ranks Iran 91st in information and communication technology development among 167 countries, with South Korea, Denmark, and Iceland leading…
Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi: A Ceasefire Will Be Established in Yemen Concurrently with Peace Negotiations
Yemeni President Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi announced a seven-day ceasefire starting December 15 to coincide with peace negotiations in Switzerland. The ceasefire is contingent on Houthi…
Elimination of Humanities Education in Regular Public Schools
The Iranian education system will no longer allow enrollment in humanities fields in regular public schools, directing students instead to specialized Farhang high schools. This…
Taliban Announces Leader's Well-Being in Audio Message
The Taliban has released an audio message claiming their leader, Mullah Akhtar Mohammad Mansour, is alive, despite conflicting reports from within the group suggesting he…
Security Forces Prevent Commemoration Ceremony for Pouyandeh and Mokhtari in Karaj
Security forces in Iran disrupted a commemoration ceremony for two murdered writers, Mohammad Mokhtari and Mohammad Jafar Pouyandeh, on the anniversary of their deaths. The…
Conflicting Reports on the Death of Taliban Leader Following Clashes
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the death of Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mohammad Mansour, with Afghan officials claiming he was killed while the Taliban denies…
Iranian Airlines Owe 5 Trillion Tomans
Iranian airlines are facing severe financial difficulties, owing 5 trillion tomans, prompting a planned increase in ticket prices. While the Civil Aviation Organization supports this…
1.3-Meter Decrease in Caspian Sea Water Depth Over 20 Years
The Caspian Sea's water depth has decreased by 1.3 meters over the past 20 years due to reduced rainfall and rising temperatures, according to experts.…
Iran's Commitments at the Paris Environmental Summit
At the Paris Environmental Summit, Iran, represented by Vice President Masoumeh Ebtekar, expressed a conditional commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 4% over the…
Continued Fire in 90 Hectares of Noor Forests in Mazandaran
A fire that began last Thursday has consumed around 90 hectares of forests in Noor County, Mazandaran, with 20 hectares completely burned. Despite claims of…
Eight Deaths Due to Swine Flu in Kerman Province
Eight individuals have died from swine flu in Kerman Province, with health officials noting an increase in the severity of the H1N1 virus this year…