November 2014
The Pope in Turkey Amidst Christian Persecution in the Middle East
Pope Francis visited Turkey, condemning the persecution of Christians by Islamic militants and advocating for interfaith dialogue. His visit comes at a time when Christians…
Afghanistan's Upper House Approves Security Agreements with the US and NATO
Afghanistan's Upper House approved security agreements with the US and NATO, allowing 12,500 foreign troops to remain in the country next year. This decision, made…
Three Members of Rouhani's Government Emphasize the Need for Complete Elimination of Petrochemical Gasoline
Three members of Rouhani's government and the head of the National Standards Organization have called for the complete elimination of petrochemical gasoline due to its…
U.S. Police Kill 12-Year-Old Boy Carrying Toy Gun
A 12-year-old African American boy was shot and killed by police in Cleveland while carrying a toy gun, raising concerns about police conduct and racial…
UN: A Long Battle Against Ebola Lies Ahead
The UN warns that a long battle against Ebola continues, requiring significant resources to prevent further outbreaks in Africa. The global community is urged to…
Where is the Stalemate in Nuclear Negotiations?
As the deadline for a nuclear agreement approaches, diplomatic activity has increased in Europe and negotiations in Vienna are ongoing without any disclosed details. Ali…
White House Confirms American Aid Worker Killed by ISIS
The White House confirmed the beheading of American aid worker Abdul-Rahman Kassig by ISIS, which was documented in a video released by the group. This…
The Horsefly; Socratic Methods in Philosophy
The article introduces 'Khormags,' a philosophical website aimed at fostering creative exchanges among Iranian thinkers. Managed by a team of experts, it publishes a periodical…
Stephen Hawking and the 'Death of Philosophy'
Stephen Hawking's assertion that philosophy is dead due to its failure to keep pace with science has sparked significant debate. Critics, including philosophers like John…