March 2015
The Impact of a Potential Nuclear Agreement on Iran's Economy
Ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S. may lead to limited economic growth for Iran if sanctions are lifted, according to economist Ahmad Alavi.…
Guinea Declares Emergency Status Due to Ebola
Guinea has declared a 45-day health emergency in five regions due to a resurgence of the Ebola virus, which has shifted to coastal areas. President…
When Mourning Becomes News
Recent Iranian media coverage has focused heavily on the deaths of political figures' relatives, overshadowing community issues like student deaths and worker protests. Sociologist Hossein…
Ali Rahbari Returns to Tehran Symphony Orchestra After 9 Years
Ali Rahbari, a prominent Iranian conductor, returned to the Tehran Symphony Orchestra after a nine-year hiatus due to previous government neglect of the arts. He…
Sarah Brightman to Perform First Music Concert in Space
Sarah Brightman is preparing for her first music concert in space, a dream she has had since childhood. The trip, costing $52 million, is being…
Appropriate Behavior; Iranian Parents and Their Daughter's Sexual Orientation
Desiree Akhavan's film "Appropriate Behavior" explores the life of an Iranian-American lesbian named Shirin, who struggles with her sexual orientation while navigating cultural expectations from…
Analysis of Brain Remains Dating Back Over 2,500 Years
A British archaeological team has uncovered a remarkably preserved brain dating back nearly 2,600 years, found in a skull from the Iron Age near York.…
Chamber of Commerce Elections in a Country with a Weak Private Sector
The eighth round of Chamber of Commerce elections in Iran is set to take place, with hopes for greater freedom and less government interference compared…
American Expert: Isfahanis Must Make Tough Decisions Regarding Water
Michael Campana, an American water resource expert, discusses the severe water crisis in Isfahan, highlighting the need for tough decisions regarding water management as the…
Urban Marginalization in Iran Has Increased by 17 Times in 30 Years
Alireza Mahjoub reported a significant rise in urban marginalization in Iran, highlighting the lack of organizational oversight to address the issue. With 10 million marginalized…
Discovery of a Massive Black Hole with a Mass 12 Billion Times that of the Sun
Scientists have discovered a black hole with a mass 12 billion times that of the Sun, formed shortly after the Big Bang, challenging existing theories…
Allegations Against the Head of the Referee Committee of the Iranian Football Federation
Allegations have surfaced against Fereydoun Esfahaniyan, head of the Referee Committee of the Iranian Football Federation, regarding repeated violations and conflicts of interest, including owning…
Tracking and Recording the Smallest Living Organism in the World
Scientists in Berkeley have captured images of the smallest living organism, a bacterium measuring 0.009 cubic microns. This discovery enhances our understanding of microbial life…