February 2018
The Distribution of 'Violet Migration' at Houshang Tozih's Dinner Party
Houshang Tozih hosted a dinner party featuring influential literary figures including Anton Chekhov, Abbas Nalbandian, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Ebrahim Golestan. The discussion revolved around…
Unveiling of Samsung Galaxy S9 Smartphone
Samsung has unveiled its new flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, featuring enhanced hardware and similar design to their predecessors. The new models…
Saudi King Dismisses Chief of Joint Staff and Other Senior Military Commanders
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has dismissed the Chief of Joint Staff and several senior military commanders, appointing Fayyad Al-Ruwaili as the new chief. This…
Dubai Police: Bollywood Star Sridevi Drowned in Hotel Bathtub
Bollywood star Sridevi Kapoor drowned in a hotel bathtub in Dubai after losing consciousness, reportedly while intoxicated. Her death has raised questions about the circumstances…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Warns About Violence Against Protesters of Mandatory Hijab
Women and girls continue to protest against mandatory hijab in Iran, facing violent police responses. Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent human rights lawyer, highlights the arrests…
Mahmoud Abbas Calls for Middle East Peace Conference in Mid-2018
Mahmoud Abbas called for the UN to recognize Palestine as a full member and presented a six-point peace plan during a Security Council meeting. The…
German Journalist Released from Turkish Prison
Deniz Yucel, a German journalist detained in Turkey for a year, was released but must await trial, while six Turkish journalists received life sentences for…
Why Do They Say 'Men Don't Cry'?
The article discusses the societal taboo surrounding men crying in Iran, exploring its origins, implications for gender relations, and the psychological impact on men. Dr.…
Another Protester Joins the 'Girls of Revolution Street'
A new protester has joined the ongoing demonstrations against compulsory hijab in Iran, adding to the movement initiated by the 'Girls of Revolution Street'. The…
Ebtekar: Rouhani's Order to Allocate 30% of Management Positions to Women
Masoumeh Ebtekar announced that President Rouhani has ordered that 30% of management positions be allocated to women, highlighting the challenges women face in the workforce…
Asma Jahangir, UN Special Rapporteur on Iran, Passes Away
Asma Jahangir, a prominent human rights advocate and UN Special Rapporteur on Iran, has died at 66 from a heart attack. Her work focused on…
Germany Plans to Change Its Military Strategy in Iraq
Germany is shifting its military strategy in Iraq from training Kurdish Peshmerga forces to focusing on overall stability in the country. This change was announced…
6.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan Tilts Several High-Rise Buildings
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan, resulting in two deaths and over 100 injuries. The Marshall Hotel collapsed, trapping several individuals inside, and…
Merkel: Coalition Government Talks Will Be Difficult
Angela Merkel announced that negotiations with the Social Democrats to form a coalition government are expected to be challenging and may extend beyond the initial…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Interview with Mehrangiz Kar
The article features an interview with Mehrangiz Kar, a prominent human rights lawyer, discussing her life story and the suffering endured by her and her…
Why is 'Motherhood' Sacred and Associated with Expectations of Self-Sacrifice?
The article discusses the sanctification of motherhood in Iranian society, exploring whether this is a privilege or a limitation for women. It features insights from…
Oxford Islamic Studies Professor Arrested in Paris on Charges of Rape
Tariq Ramadan, an Oxford University Islamic studies professor, has been arrested in Paris on charges of raping two women who sought religious guidance from him.…