May 2023
NASA's First Public Meeting on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
NASA is holding its first public meeting on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to discuss findings and prepare for a forthcoming report. The meeting involves a…
Return of Coupons to Iran's Economy Starting Next Week
Iran's Minister of Labor announced the implementation of an electronic coupon system starting next week, increasing subsidies by 20%. This move comes after the removal…
Open Data Iran: The Number of Religious Seminaries in Iran is 5 Times Greater than Universities
A recent study by 'Open Data Iran' reveals that Iran has five times more religious seminaries than public universities, with significant funding allocated to these…
Analytical Report: Iran's Steel Industry Lags Behind Neighboring Countries
Iran's steel industry, once a regional leader, is now lagging behind neighbors like Turkey, with a 40% lower production capacity. Despite increased domestic production over…
Restoring Real Sensation to Prosthetic Hands; Afghan-Origin Scientist from Lausanne Polytechnic Explains to Voice of America
Dr. Soleiman Shakur and his team at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are developing technology to restore temperature sensation in prosthetic limbs for amputees.…
Parliament Reports on 'Intensification of Poverty', Minister of Labor Discusses 'Severe Development' of Coupons
A report from the Iranian Parliament's Research Center highlights a significant increase in poverty, affecting even the middle class, while inflation continues to rise sharply.…
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani: Ali Khamenei and His Repressive Agents Are Still Thirsty for Blood
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani condemned the Iranian regime's recent execution of three young protesters, asserting that they were tortured into false confessions. He called for a…
Taghi Rahmani: Iranians Abroad Should Continue to Be the Voice of the People Inside
Taghi Rahmani emphasizes the importance of Iranians abroad continuing to amplify the voices of protesters inside Iran. He advocates for increased support for political prisoners…
Analytical Report: The Annual Cost of Enforcing Hijab Equals the Wages of Millions of Workers in Iran
The Open Data Iran database estimates that enforcing mandatory hijab costs Iranian society between 40 to 45 trillion tomans annually, equivalent to the wages of…
Research Report: 'Sexual Abuse in the Family'
A report highlights the prevalence of sexual abuse within families in Iran, revealing that over 70% of respondents have experienced such abuse. The report emphasizes…
Annual 'Freedom House' Award Given to Women of Iran: The Global Community Must Stand with Iranians
Freedom House awarded its 2023 prize to Iranian women and Vladimir Kara-Murza for their commitment to democracy and human rights. The ceremony highlighted the ongoing…
When Statistics Speak; The Heavy Shadow of Hunger in Iran
The Statistical Center of Iran reports a significant increase in the importance of food and housing expenses amid rising inflation, leading to a drastic reduction…
Research Report: 'Unprecedented' Decline in Domestic Tourism Among Iranians
A recent report highlights a dramatic decline in domestic and foreign tourism among Iranians, with domestic trips dropping from over 103 million in spring 1398…
The Seminary of Mazandaran Declares Any Possibility of Assassination Against Ibrahim Fazel as 'Unfounded'
Ibrahim Fazel, a cleric from Mazandaran, was found dead in the Caspian Sea, with local authorities ruling out foul play and attributing his death to…
Publishers Abroad Launch 'Tehran, Without Censorship' in Germany
The seventh edition of the 'Tehran, Without Censorship' book fair was launched in Stuttgart, Germany, featuring 20 publishers advocating for freedom of expression. This event…
Tensions in Relations Between Rome and Paris; Italian Foreign Minister Cancels Trip to France
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled his trip to France after French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin criticized Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's handling of immigration issues.…