May 2023
Tenants, the New Victims of Inflation; Hidden Hunger and Malnutrition Intensified
The article discusses the worsening situation of Iranian tenants facing economic pressures due to high inflation, leading to severe food insecurity and malnutrition. It highlights…
New Social Progress Index Report; Slow Progress of Iran Over Three Decades
A new report by the Social Progress Imperative ranks Iran 93rd out of 170 countries in terms of social progress, highlighting a slow increase in…
A Newspaper's Criticism of Wage Levels: They Want to Lead Society to Unlimited Misery
The Iranian newspaper Ham-Mihan criticized the government's decision-making regarding wage increases, claiming it leads society towards poverty. The article highlights the insufficient minimum wage for…
Complaint by Several Chinese Citizens Against Property Purchase Restrictions in Florida
A group of Chinese citizens in Florida is suing the state over a new law that restricts property purchases for citizens from certain countries, including…
From the Yogurt Brand 'White Mustache' to Bridging Iranian and American Food Cultures
Homa Dashtaki, an Iranian immigrant and founder of the yogurt brand 'White Mustache', has released a book titled 'Yogurt and Whey' that explores the intersection…
UN Calls on Taliban to End Whipping, Stoning, and Executions
The UN has called on the Taliban to stop corporal punishments, including whipping and executions, following a report highlighting the increase in such practices since…
Initiation of Curriculum Changes at the Request of Ali Khamenei: Participation of 7,000 for Reforming 1,500 Curricula
The Iranian government is initiating significant changes to university and school curricula at the request of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, involving over 7,000 faculty members…
Writers' Strike Begins in Hollywood; Production Halted
Writers in Hollywood have gone on strike, shutting down talk shows and halting production due to demands for higher wages and job security. Over 11,000…
Expansion of Tax Scope for Citizens; From Real Estate and Vehicle Transactions to Gold and Cryptocurrency
Iran's parliament has approved a bill to expand the scope of taxes on private transactions, including real estate, vehicles, gold, and cryptocurrencies. This move has…