April 2015
Diet and Obesity
Iranian health officials report that Golestan Province has the second-highest obesity rate in the country, with over 50% of the population affected. High-calorie foods, fast…
"Dozens of Civilians" Killed in Syrian Army Airstrike on Market
At least 40 civilians, including women and children, were killed in a Syrian army airstrike on a market in Darkush, near the Turkish border. This…
The Fate of Yas, Yani, and Shajarian; 'There Are No Banned Artists in the Ministry of Culture'
The Director General of the Music Office in Iran stated that there are no banned artists, emphasizing that all artists can submit their work for…
What Motivated the Ottoman Rulers to Commit the Armenian Genocide?
The article discusses the motivations behind the Armenian Genocide during World War I, focusing on the ideologies of the Ottoman rulers and their radical nationalism.…
French Police Arrest Armed Attacker Before Church Assault
French police arrested a 24-year-old Algerian man suspected of planning an armed attack on a church after he accidentally shot himself during a car theft.…
Mohammad Morsi Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison in Egypt
Mohammad Morsi, the former president of Egypt, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in the killing of protesters in 2012.…
Ministry of Culture Spokesman: Restrictions Imposed on Shajarian's Concerts
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has stated that singer Mohammad-Reza Shajarian faces legal restrictions on his concerts, imposed by unnamed entities outside the ministry. This…
Nine Killed in Syrian Army Airstrike on School in Aleppo
A Syrian army airstrike on a school in Aleppo killed at least nine people, including children, amid ongoing violence in the region. The Free Syrian…
Clashes Between ISIS and Rival Groups for Control of Palestinian Camp Near Damascus
ISIS has captured most of the Yarmouk Palestinian camp near Damascus, clashing with rival Islamist groups. This marks a significant territorial gain for ISIS close…
What Will the Lausanne Agreement Change?
The article discusses the implications of the Lausanne Agreement on Iran's nuclear program, questioning its effects on Iran's economy, social dynamics, and international relations, particularly…
Islamic State Captures Yarmouk Camp Near Damascus
ISIS has captured significant parts of the Yarmouk refugee camp near Damascus, marking a notable advance towards the Syrian capital. This development raises concerns about…