December 2015
Washington to Compensate American Embassy Hostages in Tehran
The U.S. will compensate 38 former hostages from the Tehran embassy crisis using funds from a French bank's penalty for sanctions violations. Each hostage will…
ISIS as a Cause of Transboundary Diseases at Iran's Borders
Mehdi Khalaj, head of Iran's Veterinary Organization, warned that the presence of ISIS has made Iran's borders unsafe regarding transboundary diseases. He highlighted the organization's…
Closure of Los Angeles Schools Following Release of a 'Threatening Email'
Los Angeles schools were closed due to a threatening email that raised concerns of a potential attack. Local officials took precautionary measures, while New York…
Why Lizards Can Climb Straight Up Walls
Scientists have discovered the genetic basis for the unique climbing ability of lizards by mapping the genome of a specific species. This research reveals how…
Prison Organization: Average Age of Criminals Has Decreased from 36 to 30 Years
Asghar Jahangir, head of Iran's Prison Organization, announced a decrease in the average age of criminals from 36 to 30 years, attributing this trend to…
The Passing of Abdolhamid Eshragh, Notable Architecture and Urban Planning Scholar
Abdolhamid Eshragh, a significant figure in Iranian architecture and urban planning, died at 84 in Paris. He was known for his extensive contributions to the…
Germany Rejects Request to Increase Assistance in the Fight Against ISIS
Germany has rejected a U.S. request to increase military assistance in the fight against ISIS, stating it has fulfilled its obligations. This decision comes after…
Jahangiri Criticizes Turkish Officials' Statements 'Against the Sacred Values of the Iranian People'
Eshaq Jahangiri criticized Turkish officials for making negative statements about Iran during a meeting with President Erdogan. The discussion arose after Erdogan complained about Iranian…
North Korean Leader: We Are Ready to Produce Hydrogen Bombs
Kim Jong-un announced North Korea's readiness to produce hydrogen bombs, marking a significant escalation in its military capabilities. This statement is unprecedented and raises concerns…
The Car Controlled by Brain Waves
Chinese researchers in Tianjin have developed the first car that can be controlled solely by brain waves, using a system of sensors and a computer…
Reasons for the Spread of Swine Flu Discussed with an Epidemiology Expert
The H1N1 swine flu virus has resulted in at least 33 deaths in Iran, with warnings from health officials about its spread in several provinces.…
OPEC Fails to Reach Agreement on Production Ceiling Limits
OPEC failed to agree on production ceiling limits during a recent meeting, allowing member countries to maintain current production levels. Iran is pushing for other…
A Imprisoned Teacher in Iran Goes on Hunger Strike Again
Mahmoud Beheshti Langaroudi, a teacher and union leader in Iran, has resumed his hunger strike to protest a 9-year prison sentence he received from a…
Continued Fire in 90 Hectares of Noor Forests in Mazandaran
A fire that began last Thursday has consumed around 90 hectares of forests in Noor County, Mazandaran, with 20 hectares completely burned. Despite claims of…