September 2016
Khamenei Should Offer a Plan to Save the Economy Instead of Just Words
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized wastefulness in his Eid al-Ghadir speech, blaming the 'enemy' for Iran's economic woes without offering concrete solutions. Experts argue that government officials…
Russia's Ruling Party Wins Parliamentary Elections Again
The ruling United Russia party has won the parliamentary elections despite a low voter turnout of 39%, reflecting a decline in support. This election marks…
Saeed Mortazavi's Apology and Regret for the Kahrizak Events
Saeed Mortazavi, the former prosecutor of Tehran, has publicly apologized for the events at Kahrizak prison in 2009, where detainees were tortured, leading to several…
Beauty-Preference Robots
A beauty contest judged by robots has taken place, with 6,000 selfies submitted. Participants were evaluated based on strict criteria, and the results surprised organizers,…
The Best Low-Cost Airlines in the World
AirAsia has been ranked as the best low-cost airline in the world for 2015, providing affordable travel options primarily for students and workers. Norwegian Air…
The 'Bad Gang' in Venice; Iranian Filmmaker and the 'American Dream'
Ana Lily Amirpour's new film 'Bad Batch' explores themes of civilization versus savagery through a surreal narrative, featuring notable actors like Keanu Reeves and Jim…
Diplomatic Sources: 'The President of Uzbekistan Has Passed Away'
Islam Karimov, the long-time President of Uzbekistan, is reported to have died, although official confirmation is pending. Prime Minister Shavkat Mirziyoyev is seen as the…
Uzbekistan Government: The Health Status of President Karimov is Critical
The health of Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov is reported to be critical after suffering a stroke, leading to uncertainty about the country's leadership. Rumors regarding…