February 2016
The Deadline for Election Campaigns Has Ended
The deadline for election campaigns in Iran ended on March 6, with candidates for the Assembly of Experts and the Islamic Consultative Assembly having campaigned…
Google Retires Picasa
Google has announced the retirement of Picasa, its photo editing and sharing software, to consolidate its services under Google Photos. This decision comes as Picasa's…
Quiet Death with High Doses of Medication; The Fate of Rhesus Monkeys in Iran
The article discusses the plight of non-native animals in Iran, particularly Rhesus monkeys, which often face euthanasia due to a lack of rehabilitation facilities. It…
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is on the Way
The script for the play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" will be released next summer, based on a two-part play set to premiere in…
Sohrab Rahimi, Poet and Literary Translator, Passes Away
Sohrab Rahimi, a notable Iranian poet and translator living in Sweden, died in a car fire, which is being investigated as a potential murder by…
Amnesty International's Strong Criticism of Iran's New Criminal Procedure Law
Amnesty International has criticized Iran's new criminal procedure law for being superficial and ineffective in addressing existing legal issues. The report coincides with the anniversary…
Ai Weiwei in Prague; 'Be Yourself, Outside the System'
Ai Weiwei, the Chinese dissident artist, spoke in Prague about human rights and the refugee crisis, criticizing the Czech government's harsh policies towards refugees. His…
Construction of Wall and Moat Around Baghdad 'To Prevent Entry of Militants'
The Iraqi government has started building a wall and moat around Baghdad to prevent militant entry and reduce checkpoints. This construction comes amid ongoing violence…
How Do Americans Elect Their President?
This article outlines the process by which Americans elect their president, detailing the roles of primary elections, caucuses, and the Electoral College. It highlights the…