February 2018
From Islamization of Sciences to Najafi's Clay Play
The article discusses Ahmad Najafi's symbolic act of sealing a door with clay, the controversies surrounding a major football match, and Rasoul Khadem's resignation from…
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…
Increase in Prison Population Due to Judges' Preference for Imprisonment and Temporary Detention
A parliamentary member reported a 4.5% increase in Iran's prison population and temporary detentions, attributing it to judges' preference for imprisonment despite directives aimed at…
Supreme Council of Provinces Requests Shahroudi to Facilitate Sepanta Niknam's Return to Yazd City Council
The Supreme Council of Provinces has requested intervention from Shahroudi to reinstate Sepanta Niknam, a Zoroastrian member of the Yazd City Council, who was suspended…
Is Having a Religious Authority in Conflict with Individual Independence and Responsibility?
The article discusses the conflict between having a religious authority in Shia Islam and individual independence, featuring a debate between Shia cleric Mohammad Hossein Tabarsi…
From Mahmoudi's Correspondences to the Birth of Golpayegani
This article discusses a radio program that addresses recent violence involving Dervishes and security forces, highlights an Iranian hacker's activities, and covers various political and…
Malaysia and Venezuela Launch Digital Currencies
Malaysia's Hello Gold has received a Sharia license to launch a gold-backed digital currency called Goldex, while Venezuela is set to implement its oil-backed digital…
The Slaughterhouse of Iran's Intellectual Class at the Screening of 'Pig'
The film 'Pig' by Mani Haqiqi premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, marking a significant moment for Iranian cinema. The film critiques the chaotic state…
Healthcare and Medical Crisis in Venezuela
Venezuela is facing a severe healthcare crisis characterized by medicine shortages, organ transplant issues, and the resurgence of controlled diseases. Yasmera Castaro's story exemplifies the…
Search Operations Continue for the Crashed Tehran-Yasuj Flight
Search operations for the crashed Aseman Airlines flight from Tehran to Yasuj resumed on February 19 after being halted due to poor weather conditions. The…
Dariycheh; From the Arrest of Environmental Activists to the Prison Sentence of Parastoo Farahvar
This article covers the recent arrests of environmental activists in Iran, who face serious charges, and the suspended prison sentence given to Parastoo Farahvar, a…
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…
From Karimi's Dribbling to Provocative Toothbrush
This article discusses a radio program that will cover various topics including rent-seeking, recent statements by Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and controversies from a debate involving Ali…
Risk of Tehran Citizens Contracting Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
The Iranian Parliament's Environmental Protection Committee warns of a potential outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Tehran following the death of migratory birds. Officials…
The Face of 'Custom Cinema' at the 36th Fajr Film Festival
The 36th Fajr Film Festival concluded amidst significant controversy, primarily due to the presence of films funded by government and military bodies, sparking debates about…
Mahmoud Sadeghi: Ahmadreza Jalali Was Not Given Sufficient Opportunity to Defend Himself During Legal Proceedings
Mahmoud Sadeghi claims that Ahmadreza Jalali, sentenced to death for espionage, was denied adequate defense opportunities during his trial. Jalali's case has drawn international condemnation,…
16 Government-Supporting Military Forces Killed in Taliban Attack
A Taliban attack in Helmand province resulted in the deaths of 16 military personnel supporting the Afghan government. The attack was reportedly carried out by…
Elimination of Exams from Primary Schools: A Positive or Negative Step?
The Iranian Minister of Education announced a ban on exams in primary schools, suggesting that children should not be subjected to competitive education. This decision…
Iran's Presidential Guard Prevents Armed Intruder from Entering with a Machete
A man armed with a machete attempted to enter Iran's Presidential Office but was shot and injured by security forces. The incident raises concerns about…
Mohammad Mahdavi Far, Chemical War Veteran, Imprisoned
Mohammad Mahdavi Far, a veteran of the Iran-Iraq war and poet, has been imprisoned for writing critical letters to Iran's Supreme Leader. His lawyer reports…
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.…