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August 2015
Clashes and Explosion Near Ukrainian Parliament
A National Guard officer was killed and around 90 others injured during clashes outside the Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv, where nationalists protested a bill aimed…
Report by Benjamin Sadr on Incidents at Animal Shelters Around Tehran
Recent attacks and fires have occurred at animal shelters in Iran, raising concerns about the safety of these facilities. The incidents have prompted discussions on…
Long-Term Isolation Experiment on Astronauts
NASA is conducting a year-long isolation experiment with six volunteers to simulate life on Mars, aiming to study the effects of long-term confinement on human…
Photo Report on Beirut Protests
Lebanese protesters have occupied the Ministry of Environment building as a response to the political class being pressured by civil society. This event highlights the…
A Tweet That Changed the Life of a War Refugee
A father from Syria, Abdul Halim Attar, and his daughter Reem, living as refugees in Lebanon, gained international attention after a web designer shared their…
Land Grabbing in Heyran Pass: Case of the District Governor Sent to Court
The case of land grabbing in Heyran Pass has escalated with accusations between two parliament representatives leading to the district governor's case being sent to…
Efforts to Control the Surge of Illegal Migrants at the Hungary-Serbia Border
Hungary is ramping up its border security in response to a significant influx of illegal migrants, primarily from Syria, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, as they attempt…
Efforts to Register Darabgerd as a World Heritage Site
Efforts are underway to register the ancient city of Darabgerd and its mud wall as a UNESCO World Heritage site and in the Guinness World…
Relative Calm Prevails in Asian Stock Markets
Asian stock markets showed signs of recovery after a significant drop due to concerns over China's economic situation. The People's Bank of China cut interest…
Iran's Readiness to Transfer 100% Land Ownership to Foreign Investors
Iran is prepared to offer full land ownership to foreign investors as part of its strategy to attract foreign capital and boost exports. This announcement…
Scientists Grow Human Brain in Laboratory
Scientists at Ohio State University have successfully grown a human brain in the lab, which could advance research on neurological diseases and drug effects. This…
Del-Awaz and Azad University Deny; Shajarian Not Set to Sing for Rafsanjani
Reports claiming that Mohammad Reza Shajarian was commissioned to create a composition in honor of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have been denied by both Azad University…
Sharp Decline in Chinese Stock Market; Decrease in Dollar Value
The Chinese stock market has experienced an unprecedented drop of 9%, raising concerns about Beijing's ability to manage economic issues. This decline has also affected…
New Law Issued: Banks Required to Provide Individuals' Information to Tax Organization
Iran has enacted a new law requiring banks and government entities to share individuals' financial information with the Tax Affairs Organization to combat tax evasion.…
North Korean Leader Orders Full Military Readiness at Frontline
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered full military readiness at the frontline amid escalating tensions with South Korea, following artillery exchanges. This situation is…
Interview with Nasrin Sotoudeh Regarding Her Summons to Evin Prosecutor's Office
Nasrin Sotoudeh has been summoned again to the Evin Prosecutor's Office regarding charges in her case. This summons, although resembling a defendant's summons, did not…
Decrease in Agricultural Production in Germany Due to Drought
Germany is experiencing a significant decrease in agricultural production due to severe drought conditions that have persisted since May. The German National Farmers' Union reports…
Orson Welles; The Genius Who Wept
Orson Welles, a legendary filmmaker, is commemorated on the centenary of his birth with screenings and retrospectives. Despite his early success with 'Citizen Kane,' Welles…
Conflicting Reports on the Possible Identity of the Suspect in the Thailand Bombing
Thai police are searching for a suspect resembling Middle Eastern individuals in connection with a deadly bombing at a Hindu temple in Bangkok that killed…
Iranian Navy Engages Pirates in Gulf of Aden
The Iranian Navy successfully repelled two pirate attacks on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden, marking the 186th confrontation with pirates. The…
Attack on Three More Iranian Trucks in Turkey
Three Iranian trucks were attacked in Turkey, with one truck burned and no injuries to drivers. This marks the ninth attack on Iranian vehicles in…
Octopuses: 'Alien Creatures?'
A new study reveals that octopuses have a unique genome that differs significantly from all other Earth creatures, suggesting they may be more alien than…
Death Toll from Tianjin, China Explosions Rises to 85
Explosions in Tianjin, China have resulted in 85 deaths and over 700 injuries, prompting evacuations due to fears of toxic chemical exposure. The Chinese government…
At least 44 dead and hundreds injured in two massive explosions in China
Two massive explosions in Tianjin, China, resulted in at least 44 deaths and hundreds of injuries, with many individuals still unaccounted for. The explosions are…
Iran's Extensive Presence in Montreal; Iranian 'Taboo' in Canada
Iranian cinema is making a significant presence at the Montreal International Film Festival, showcasing films like 'Taboo' and 'Mohammad'. This highlights the ongoing challenges and…
Morgan Freeman Joins Campaign Supporting Nuclear Deal
Morgan Freeman and other celebrities have joined a campaign urging Americans to support the nuclear deal with Iran ahead of a crucial vote in Congress.…
Member of Urmia Lake Revival Headquarters: Americans Say Water Transfer from Elsewhere is Not a Solution
An Iranian delegation learned from American experts that transferring water from Armenia and Georgia to revive Urmia Lake is not a viable solution. Instead, they…
State of Emergency Declared in Ferguson, USA Following Heavy Shootings
A state of emergency was declared in Ferguson, USA, following shootings during the anniversary of Michael Brown's death. The incident involved police responding to gunfire…
Foreign Tourists Heading to Iran; 'Hotels Fully Booked Until 2016'
Ebrahim Pourfaraj announced that four and five-star hotels in major Iranian cities are fully booked by foreign tourists until 2016 due to a significant increase…
29 Prominent American Scientists Support Nuclear Agreement
Twenty-nine prominent American scientists have publicly supported the nuclear agreement between Iran and six world powers, potentially influencing the White House's efforts to present the…
Minister of Science: The Case of Illegal Scholarships Has Been Resolved
The Iranian Minister of Science announced that the case of illegal scholarships has been resolved, allowing most students to continue their studies, except for 36…
Obama's Plan to Close Guantanamo Intensifies
The U.S. government is intensifying efforts to close Guantanamo by negotiating with over 10 countries to accept prisoners. President Obama aims to close the facility…
Attack on Iranian Bus in Turkey Leaves One Dead
An Iranian bus was attacked in Turkey, resulting in one death and three injuries. Iranian officials are warning citizens against traveling to Turkey due to…
Senior Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer Opposes Nuclear Agreement
Senator Chuck Schumer has publicly opposed the nuclear agreement with Iran, becoming the first Democratic senator to do so, while Eliot Engel, a Democratic representative,…
Explosion in Eastern Iraq Disrupts Electricity Transfer from Iran
A bomb explosion in eastern Iraq has disrupted electricity transfer from Iran, worsening the country's ongoing electricity shortages amid a heat wave. Iraqi officials blame…
Strike of 5,500 Stone Cutting Units in Iran in Protest Against Value Added Tax
5,500 stone cutting units in Iran have gone on strike to protest the enforcement of a value-added tax, which they believe contradicts a prior agreement…
Mediterranean Sea: The 'Deadliest' Route in Search of a Better Life
The Mediterranean Sea has become the deadliest route for migrants seeking better lives, with over 2,000 fatalities reported this year. The International Organization for Migration…
Airbus's New Plan: 'Flight from London to New York in One Hour'
Airbus has developed a new supersonic passenger aircraft capable of flying from London to New York in one hour and from Paris to Tokyo in…
Possible 9% Decrease in Russia's Gross National Product Due to Sanctions
The IMF predicts that Western sanctions against Russia could lead to a 9% decrease in its GDP, with initial impacts already causing a 1-1.5% decline.…
Discovery of a New Method for Detecting Pancreatic Cancer
Researchers at Queen Mary University in London have developed a urine test that can detect pancreatic cancer at an early stage by identifying three proteins.…
Over 130,000 Hectares Burned in Widespread California Wildfire
A massive wildfire in California has burned over 130,000 hectares, driven by drought and lightning strikes. Approximately 10,000 firefighters are battling 21 active fires, with…
Global Oil Prices Hit Lowest Level in Four Months
Global oil prices have fallen to their lowest levels in four months due to oversupply concerns and OPEC's decision not to cut production. The strengthening…
Erdogan's Overt and Covert Goals in Changing Approach Towards the Kurds
Turkey has initiated attacks against the PKK and the Islamic State, prompting Kurdish leaders to respond. Masoud Barzani has requested Turkey to cease airstrikes in…
Barack Obama: There is no greater threat to the world than climate change
Barack Obama has announced new U.S. policies to combat climate change, emphasizing its critical importance as the greatest threat to future generations. He highlighted the…
The Impact of Urban Traffic on Air Pollution
The article discusses the severe air pollution in Tehran due to urban traffic and the government's ongoing efforts to address it, including the need for…