January 2015
A Member of Parliament: Eight More Arrested in Connection with Teacher Assassinations in Sistan and Baluchestan
Eight additional arrests have been made in connection with the assassination of teachers in Sistan and Baluchestan, bringing the total to at least 20. The…
Unrest and Protests in Pakistan in Response to Bombing at Shia Mosque
Thousands of Shia Muslims protested in Pakistan following a suicide bombing at a Shia mosque that killed 61 people. The attack, claimed by a Sunni…
Hassan Nasrallah: Hezbollah Does Not Seek War with Israel
Hassan Nasrallah of Hezbollah declared that while the group does not seek war with Israel, it is prepared to retaliate against any further provocations. This…
Iran's Government Faces a Budget Deficit of 10 Trillion Tomans in the First Nine Months of This Year
Iran's government is facing a significant budget deficit of over 10 trillion tomans in the first nine months of the year, primarily due to lower-than-expected…
Should We Fear Drought or Water Management Crisis?
Iran faces a severe water crisis exacerbated by drought and mismanagement of water resources, with predictions indicating that drought conditions could worsen significantly by 2050.…
Hossein Raghfar: We Are Caught in a Complex Network of Corruption
Hossein Raghfar, an economist, highlighted the existence of financial resources to secure the economic and social rights of Iranians but criticized the government's failure to…
Israel to the UN: We Reserve the Right to Defend Ourselves Against Hezbollah
Israel has communicated to the UN that it will take necessary actions to defend itself against Hezbollah following an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.…
A New Style Experience; Latest in the UK Music Market
The UK music market sees new releases including Meghan Trainor's debut album and a collaboration single by Rihanna, Kanye West, and Paul McCartney. These artists…
Indonesian Army Halts Search for AirAsia Plane
The Indonesian military has ended its search for the wreckage of an AirAsia plane that crashed in December, with many bodies still missing. Despite the…
Secular Islam: The Antidote to Islamist Terrorism
The article argues that secularism is compatible with Islam and that the establishment of an Islamic government is unjustifiable. It critiques the interpretation of the…
Snow and Blizzard Bring Eastern U.S. to a Standstill
A severe snowstorm has caused significant disruptions across the eastern United States, particularly in New York and surrounding states. The National Weather Service issued warnings,…
Analysis of Greek Elections and the Victory of Anti-Austerity Opponents
The Greek elections resulted in a victory for the leftist Syriza party, which opposes austerity measures. This outcome raises concerns about Greece's future in the…
Perpetrators of Suicide Attacks Speak of Their Recruitment and Training
The Afghan Intelligence Agency has allowed media to interview individuals who were recruited for suicide attacks, revealing their motivations and training experiences. Young recruits like…
AFC Rejects Iran's Protest
The AFC has rejected Iran's protest regarding the eligibility of Iraqi player Ala Abdul Zahra, who is alleged to have a doping history. As a…
The Impact of Dog Killings on Iran's Environment
The article discusses the ongoing practice of dog killings in Iran, which is justified by religious beliefs regarding the impurity of dogs. Despite laws against…
Deputy Commander of Police: No News on Arrests of Acid Attack Perpetrators in Isfahan
The Iranian Deputy Commander of Police announced that there have been no arrests in the ongoing investigation into the acid attacks in Isfahan, which have…
Shia Houthi Rebels and the President of Yemen Reach 'Agreement'
The President of Yemen, Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, has reached an agreement with Houthi rebels to cease hostilities and grant them more authority in governance. This…
Houthi Shiites Besiege the House of Yemen's Prime Minister
Houthi militants besieged the house of Yemen's Prime Minister Khaled Bahah shortly after a ceasefire was announced. This escalation follows intense fighting in Sanaa and…
What do you think are the chances of the Iranian national football team reaching the final stage of the AFC Asian Cup?
A survey was conducted regarding the chances of the Iranian national football team reaching the final stage of the AFC Asian Cup. The results show…
Netanyahu's Efforts to Prevent the Release of Old Documents on Iran-Israel Oil Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is working to prevent the release of documents related to a historic oil deal with Iran to avoid financial compensation as…
The Suspension of the Newspaper 'Mardom-e Emruz' Due to 'Publication of an Article' About Charlie Hebdo
The Iranian newspaper Mardom-e Emruz was suspended for publishing an article related to Charlie Hebdo, which sparked criticism from parliament members. The incident highlights the…
2014, the Hottest Year on Earth
The article reports that 2014 was the hottest year on record, surpassing previous highs and indicating significant climate change driven by human activities. Key scientists…
Head of Statistics Center: Unemployment in Iran Has Reached a 'Crisis Point'
The head of Iran's Statistics Center has declared that youth unemployment has reached a crisis point, with rates significantly higher than the overall unemployment rate.…
Australian Immigration Minister's Reaction to Protests by Hundreds of Refugees on Manus Island
Australian Immigration Minister Peter Dutton expressed concern over protests by refugees on Manus Island, where many have gone on hunger strike and sewn their lips…
Pope Francis: One Cannot Insult the Beliefs of Others
Pope Francis emphasized the importance of respecting others' beliefs and stated that freedom of expression has its limits, particularly in light of the recent Paris…
Some Refugees in Papua New Guinea Sew Their Lips Shut
Refugees in Papua New Guinea are protesting their dire conditions by sewing their lips shut and going on hunger strikes, with reports of self-harm and…
Al-Qaeda in Yemen: We Carried Out the Attack on Charlie Hebdo on Al-Zawahiri's Orders
Al-Qaeda in Yemen has claimed responsibility for the Charlie Hebdo attack, stating it was ordered by Ayman al-Zawahiri as an act of revenge for perceived…
New Issue of Charlie Hebdo with Million-Copy Print Run on Shelves
Charlie Hebdo has released a new issue featuring a cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad, with a print run of 3 million copies following a deadly…
Complaint from Six Thousand Iranian Teachers: Teachers Live Below the Poverty Line
Six thousand Iranian teachers have submitted a petition to the Parliament expressing dissatisfaction with their economic conditions, stating they live below the poverty line and…
Woody Allen Creates His First Television Series
Woody Allen has signed a contract with Amazon to create his first television series, which he will write and direct. The series is set to…
Charlie Hebdo and Feminism
The article discusses the impact of the Charlie Hebdo magazine in France, particularly focusing on its critical stance towards social and political issues, including feminism.…
Jahangir Gol: The Politicization of Religion is the Greatest Threat to Global Peace
Jahangir Gol discusses the dangers of religious fanaticism and its politicization, emphasizing that such trends threaten global peace. He reflects on recent violent events and…
Examining the Phenomenon of Book Fabrication in Iran in Conversation with Fathollah Biniyaz
Fathollah Biniyaz discusses the rising issue of book fabrication in Iran, where authors often copy or summarize existing works without original creativity. This trend affects…
National Football Team Players Threatened Over Selfies with Iranians in Australia
The Iranian national football team's players are facing backlash from the Football Federation due to selfies taken with fans in Australia, including controversial images involving…
10,000 Soldiers to be Deployed in Public Places in France
France is deploying 10,000 soldiers and 5,000 police to enhance security for public places and religious sites after recent terrorist attacks. This move comes in…
Netanyahu's Call: Jews in France Should Immigrate to Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for Jews in France to immigrate to Israel following a deadly attack on a Jewish supermarket in Paris…
Ayatollah Khamenei: Strictness Towards 'Infidels' Instead of Condemning Terrorism
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of unity among Muslims while denying religious pluralism and advocating strictness towards non-believers. He made no mention of the recent…
Israel: France Should Increase Security Measures to Protect Jews
The Israeli government has urged France to enhance security for Jews following a terrorist attack on a kosher supermarket in Paris by Amedy Coulibaly, who…
Hezbollah Leader: Takfiris Insult the Prophet More Than Cartoons
Hassan Nasrallah criticized takfiri groups for insulting the Prophet Muhammad through violent actions, claiming these insults surpass those of cartoonists. He called for unity among…
The Problem of ISIS Members Returning to Europe
The article discusses the return of ISIS members to Europe and the security risks they pose. Claude Monique, a former French intelligence agent, emphasizes the…
French President: These Extremists Have No Connection to Islam
French President Francois Hollande condemned the extremists involved in the recent Paris attacks, asserting they have no ties to Islam. He called for national unity…
Ahmad Rasoulzadeh, Voice Actor of 'Omar Mukhtar' and 'Padr Salaar', Passes Away
Ahmad Rasoulzadeh, a prominent Iranian voice actor known for his roles in 'Omar Mukhtar' and 'Padr Salaar', has passed away at 84 after battling Parkinson's…
American Woman Rejects $975 Million Check from Ex-Husband
Su Ann Arnall rejected a $975 million check from her ex-husband Harold Hamm, believing her rightful share of his fortune is much larger. The couple's…
Rouhani's Call to Condemn Hostile Shia and Sunni Channels
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for a unified condemnation of television channels that incite division between Shia and Sunni Muslims. His remarks follow the…
12 Killed in Attack on French Weekly Office in Paris
A deadly attack on the Charlie Hebdo office in Paris resulted in at least 12 fatalities, including police and staff members. The attack, carried out…
The Stubbornness of Improvisation: A Look at the Establishment of the World Club Wrestling Championship
The Iranian Wrestling Federation has established the World Club Championship, a bold initiative aimed at enhancing global wrestling participation. However, the exclusion of women's wrestling…
Severe Decline in Stock Markets and Oil Prices for the Second Consecutive Day
U.S. stock markets and oil prices have declined for two consecutive days due to new government statistics showing a slowdown in economic growth. The upcoming…
Iran's Nuclear File Once Again Brings Mohammad Javad Zarif to Parliament
Mohammad Javad Zarif defended his nuclear negotiation strategies in front of the Iranian Parliament, asserting that the negotiating team is not pursuing political goals. He…
Who is 'Bikare' and What is 'Bikaregi'?
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Cooperatives reports that over seven million Iranians are classified as 'bikare', meaning they are neither employed nor seeking work. Sociologist…
17% of Street Children in Iran Have Consumed Alcohol
A recent report indicates that 17.3% of street children in Iran have consumed alcohol, with alarming statistics on drug use and sexual abuse among this…
Hassan Mansour: One Cannot Fight Monopoly with Speeches
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need to eliminate monopolies in the economy during a recent speech, suggesting that subsidies should be redirected from political…
The Islamic State is Attempting to Capture Areas Inside Lebanon
The Islamic State is attempting to capture villages in Lebanon's Qalamoun mountains, raising concerns of a potential civil war. Lebanese security forces are on high…
Jahānbaghlou: Modern Society is the Result of Human Self-Reflection and Autonomy
Ramin Jahānbaghlou discusses the complex concept of modernity, emphasizing its philosophical roots and the historical context of its development over the past 500 years. He…
Kianoush Ayari's Reaction to the Apology of the Head of the Cinema Organization
Kianoush Ayari criticized the apology of Hojjatollah Ayubi, head of the Cinema Organization, for the non-screening of his film "Khaneh Pedari", stating that the only…
The Incident of a Female Employee Being 'Beaten' at the Iranian Football Federation
A female employee at the Iranian Football Federation alleges that coach Houman Afazali physically assaulted her during a dispute related to a sit-in supporting another…
Aspects of 'A Woman in Istanbul' in Conversation with Ali Asghar Haqdar
Ali Asghar Haqdar's new novel 'A Woman in Istanbul' explores themes of love and confusion among his generation, reflecting on the human relationships that led…
Head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization Says No Project Should Be Implemented Without Environmental Assessment
The head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization emphasizes the importance of environmental assessments for projects. A public poll questions the government's ability to prevent environmentally…