Securities and Exchange Commission
December 2024
End of House Arrest; Mehdi Yarahy Still Faces Whipping Punishment
Mehdi Yarahy, an Iranian protest singer, has completed his one-year prison sentence but still faces 74 lashes as punishment. His lawyer announced his release under…
White House Confirms: Ninth American Telecommunications Company Targeted by China's Espionage Operation
The White House confirmed that China's espionage operation, "Salt Storm," has targeted a ninth U.S. telecommunications company, aiming to access private communications of individuals, including…
12 People Killed in Munitions Factory Explosion in Turkey
A powerful explosion at a munitions factory in northwestern Turkey killed 13 people and injured four others. Local authorities are investigating the cause, which is…
Joe Biden Will Attend Donald Trump's Inauguration Ceremony
Joe Biden confirmed his attendance at Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration ceremony, emphasizing the importance of democratic values and a smooth transition of power. This event…
Iran's Request for Serious Investigation into the Murder of Two Iranian Refugees in France
Iran has called on France to thoroughly investigate the murder of two Iranian Kurdish refugees, who were killed in an armed attack in Dunkirk. The…
Arrest of Suspect Attempting to Attack Israeli Consulate in New York
The FBI arrested Abdullah Azaldin Taha Muhammad Hassan, an Egyptian national, for attempting a terrorist attack on the Israeli consulate in New York. He had…
Death of a Disabled Person Following Assault at a Care Center in Hamadan
A disabled client died after being assaulted by staff at a care center in Hamadan, leading to the center's temporary closure and the release of…
Suspect in New York Serial Killings of Women Charged with Killing Seventh Victim
Rex Heuermann, an architect in New York, has been charged with the murder of a seventh victim in a series of killings known as the…
U.S. Security Agencies Say Drone Flights in New Jersey Are Not a Security Threat
U.S. security agencies have declared that recent drone sightings over New Jersey are not a security threat, following thousands of public reports. The FBI and…
U.S. Concern Over Turkey's Potential 'Attack' on Areas Controlled by Syrian Kurds
U.S. officials express concern over Turkey's military buildup along the Syrian border, indicating a potential large-scale attack on Kurdish areas. President-elect Trump acknowledges Turkey's control…
Statement from Dozens of Iranian Sociologists: Abolish the 'Quasi-Law' on Hijab
A group of Iranian sociologists has condemned a new parliamentary bill on hijab, calling it a 'quasi-law' that infringes on civil rights, especially for women.…
Israeli Air and Ground Attacks on Gaza; 'One Journalist' Killed
Israeli air and ground attacks on Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 28 Palestinians, including a journalist from Al Jazeera. The attacks are…
Taliban Prevents Women from Studying Medical Sciences; U.S.: It's Unjust
The U.S. has condemned the Taliban's recent ban on women's education in medical sciences, calling it an unjust attack on their rights. Secretary of State…
Blinken's Visit to Jordan to Review the Situation in Syria
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Jordan to discuss the situation in Syria, focusing on human rights and the need for a new inclusive…
The Security Council Issues a Statement in Support of Syria's Territorial Integrity
The UN Security Council is preparing to issue a statement supporting Syria's territorial integrity following discussions about the situation in Damascus. US and Russian diplomats…
David Sachs Becomes 'AI and Cryptocurrency Czar' in Next U.S. Administration
Donald Trump has appointed David Sachs as the 'Czar of Artificial Intelligence and Cryptocurrency' in his upcoming administration, signaling a shift towards closer ties with…
Bitcoin Price Surpasses Historic $100,000 Mark
Bitcoin has reached a historic milestone by surpassing $100,000 for the first time, driven by investor excitement and the anticipated policies of the incoming U.S.…
Investigation into Suspicious Drone Flights Around Trump Golf Club in New Jersey
The FBI is investigating suspicious drone flights near Donald Trump's golf club in New Jersey, leading to a flight ban by the FAA. Witnesses reported…
Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris to Reopen with Attendance of Trump and Biden's Wife
Donald Trump and Jill Biden are set to attend the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, five years after it was nearly destroyed by…
Opposition Parties Submit Impeachment Request Against South Korean President
Opposition parties in South Korea have initiated impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his brief declaration of martial law. The parliament has since voted…