January 2018
In India, the number of women is 63 million less than it should be
A recent survey in India shows that there are 63 million fewer women than expected, primarily due to gender-based abortions and societal preferences for sons.…
Amnesty International Protests 'Cruel' Execution of a Defendant in Adolescence
Amnesty International condemned the execution of Ali Kazemi, who was sentenced to death for a crime committed at age 15, calling it an extraordinarily cruel…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of 'Girl of Revolution Street'
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of a young woman known as the 'Girl of Revolution Street' who protested against Iran's compulsory hijab.…
Naomi Parker, Inspiration for the Most Famous Feminist Poster, Passes Away at 96
Naomi Parker Friley, who inspired the iconic 'We Can Do It!' poster representing female empowerment during WWII, has died at 96. Her legacy as 'Rosie…
One-Night Stand or Short-Term Sexual Relationship: Yes or No?
The article discusses the phenomenon of one-night stands in Iran, highlighting differing perspectives from women's rights activists Mahbubeh Abbasgholizadeh and Marmer Moshfeqi. While Moshfeqi argues…
Mike Pence Calls for Peaceful Power Transition in Balkh Province
Mike Pence has called for a peaceful transition of power in Balkh Province, where tensions have escalated between President Ashraf Ghani and Governor Ata Mohammad…
Reduction of U.S. Aid to the United Nations Agency for Palestinian Affairs
The U.S. is withholding $65 million in aid to the UN agency for Palestinians while providing $60 million to prevent budget shortages in essential services.…
Response from Hassan Rouhani's Office to Criticism from Qom's Society of Teachers
Hassan Rouhani's office responded to criticism from the Society of Teachers in Qom regarding his comments on the criticizability of officials and religious figures. Rouhani…
The Sanchi Tanker Sank; A Day of National Mourning Declared in Iran
The Iranian oil tanker Sanchi has sunk, resulting in the loss of all crew members. The Iranian government has declared a national day of mourning,…
Donald Trump Cancels His Upcoming Trip to London
Donald Trump has canceled his upcoming trip to London, citing criticism of the new US embassy's location and cost. The British government linked the cancellation…
Yasser Hashemi: Rouhani Has Not Accepted the Report Regarding My Father's Death
Yasser Hashemi revealed that President Rouhani has rejected the National Security Council's report on his father's death, prompting a re-examination of the case. This situation…
Tillerson: We Support a Peaceful Transfer of Power in Iran
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson expressed support for peaceful protests in Iran, emphasizing the need for a peaceful transfer of power and reforms to…
Paradox with Kamibiz Hosseini; Interview with Shirin Neshat
The article features an interview with renowned Iranian artist Shirin Neshat, who has been vocal in her support for recent protests in Iran. The interviewer,…
Support from Bernie Sanders, Clinton, and Graham for Protesters in Iran
U.S. political figures, including Bernie Sanders, Hillary Clinton, and Lindsey Graham, have expressed support for the ongoing protests in Iran, emphasizing the citizens' right to…