November 2014
Continued Increase in Currency Prices in Iran; Dollar Surpasses 3500 Tomans
The price of the US dollar in Iran's free market has surged past 3,500 tomans, reaching its highest level since 2013, as officials attribute the…
Foreign Automakers' Interest in Entering the Iranian Market
Major foreign automakers are showing interest in the Iranian market, with Iran requiring that 40% of production occurs domestically, increasing to 85% after five years.…
Police Officer Who Killed American Teen Resigns
Darren Wilson, the police officer involved in the shooting of Michael Brown, has resigned amid ongoing protests and unrest in Ferguson and across the U.S.…
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…
Japanese Researchers: Carcinogenic Substances in E-Cigarettes Are Up to 10 Times Higher Than Regular Cigarettes
Japanese researchers found that carcinogenic substances in e-cigarettes can be up to ten times higher than in traditional cigarettes, challenging the perception of e-cigarettes as…
Afghanistan's Upper House Approves Security Agreements with the US and NATO
Afghanistan's Upper House approved security agreements with the US and NATO, allowing 12,500 foreign troops to remain in the country next year. This decision, made…
ISIS Cuts Mobile Phone Network in Mosul
ISIS has cut off mobile phone networks in Mosul to prevent information leaks to coalition forces, causing chaos and disruption in daily life. While some…
Amoli Larijani Considered the Reduction of Centrifuges as a Sign of Nuclear Retreat
Sadeq Amoli Larijani criticized Western demands for reducing Iran's centrifuges, stating that such concessions would equate to a nuclear retreat and undermine national dignity. The…
Zarif: We Want to Reach an Agreement in the Shortest Possible Time
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif announced efforts to reach a nuclear agreement quickly after a seven-month extension of negotiations. U.S. Secretary of State John…
Half of Iran's Motor Oil Market is Dominated by Counterfeit Products
Abbas Samavati, head of the Union of Tire, Brake Oil, and Filter Sellers, revealed that a significant portion of motor oil in Iran is counterfeit,…
U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel Resigns
U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel is resigning amid criticisms of the Pentagon's performance in Afghanistan and against ISIS. His resignation follows discussions with President…
U.S. Police Kill 12-Year-Old Boy Carrying Toy Gun
A 12-year-old African American boy was shot and killed by police in Cleveland while carrying a toy gun, raising concerns about police conduct and racial…
John Lennon Wall in Prague Painted White
The John Lennon Wall in Prague, a symbol of artistic resistance, was painted white by art students on the 25th anniversary of the end of…
New Works by Iranian Artists in the Past Week
Numerous singles have been released in memory of Morteza Pashaei, a young pop artist who recently passed away from cancer. Prominent figures like actor Mohammad…
Governor of the Islamic State in Mosul Killed
Ridwan Talib al-Hamdouni, a senior ISIS leader in Mosul, was reportedly killed in a coalition airstrike. His death, while confirmed by local sources, remains unverified…
Iraq: ISIS has stolen one million tons of grain and transported it to Syria
Iraqi officials report that ISIS has stolen one million tons of grain from Nineveh province and transported it to Syria, raising concerns about food security…
Attack by 10 Individuals with Knives on a Hospital in Ardabil
On November 25, a group of 10 to 12 individuals armed with knives attacked Fatemi Hospital in Ardabil, injuring patients, staff, and police officers. Eleven…
New Images of a Comet's Surface Released by the 'Philae' Lander
New images from the 'Philae' lander provide insights into its location and the comet's surface, revealing it to be harder than expected. Scientists are hopeful…
Majid Bahrami, Young Theater Actor, Passes Away
Majid Bahrami, a prominent young actor in Iranian theater and cinema, died after a long battle with cancer. He was known for his performances in…
Health Minister: There Are Platforms That Produce Mental Illness
Iran's Health Minister criticized certain platforms for exacerbating mental health issues while lacking sufficient hospital resources for mental health patients. He expressed skepticism about the…
The 'Philae' Lander Begins Drilling on a Comet with Unknown Location
The European 'Philae' lander has begun drilling on a comet to collect scientific data, but battery depletion may hinder communication and data retrieval. Scientists aim…
The Horsefly; Socratic Methods in Philosophy
The article introduces 'Khormags,' a philosophical website aimed at fostering creative exchanges among Iranian thinkers. Managed by a team of experts, it publishes a periodical…
USA: We Have Crossed the Moral Line on Torture in Some Cases and Accept Responsibility
The U.S. government admitted to the UN that it has crossed moral lines regarding torture since 9/11, acknowledging past abuses while emphasizing a commitment to…
For the First Time, a Probe Lands on the Surface of a Comet
A European probe named Philae has successfully landed on Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, marking a historic achievement in space exploration. Despite initial concerns about its stability, the…