September 2023
New Report: Volume of Swiss Glaciers Decreased by Three Decades in the Past Two Years
Swiss glaciers have seen a 10% reduction in volume over the past two years, equivalent to three decades of ice loss from 1960 to 1990.…
Official Statistics from the Islamic Republic Indicate an Increase in the Age of Singleness to 40 Years
The age of singleness in Iran has risen to 40 due to economic pressures, with over 70% of men and 80% of women having married…
Continued Livelihood Crisis; Simultaneous with Decreased Demand, Red Meat Supply Also Decreased by 26%
The supply of red meat in Iran has decreased by 26% in August 2023 compared to the previous year, reflecting a broader crisis in purchasing…
Swedish Scientists Recover RNA from Extinct Tasmanian Tiger for the First Time
Swedish scientists have successfully recovered RNA from the extinct Tasmanian tiger for the first time, providing new insights into the genetic material of extinct species.…
Elon Musk's Company Seeks Volunteers; Neuralink Pursues Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
Neuralink, owned by Elon Musk, is seeking volunteers for human trials of a brain-computer interface aimed at helping individuals with severe mobility impairments, particularly those…
Explosion at Qom Metal Melting Factory; 21 Workers Injured
An explosion at the Steel Rizan metal melting factory in Qom injured 21 workers, with one in critical condition. Labor activists attribute the high incidence…
Cultivating Human Kidneys in Pig Embryos; Dr. Saidi: A Long Way to Producing 'Transplantable Organs'
Chinese scientists have successfully grown human kidneys in pig embryos, marking a significant advancement in organ transplantation. Dr. Reza Saidi Firouzabadi emphasizes that while this…
Rising Food Prices in Iran; Red Meat and Canned Fish Lead the Price Surge
Food prices in Iran are sharply rising, with red meat and chicken prices significantly increasing, leading to a shift in the dietary composition of workers.…
Reactions Continue; A University of Tehran Professor Speaks of 'Threat to Iran', Another Professor Talks of 'Dying' After Dismissal
Recent dismissals of professors at Iranian universities, particularly those critical of the government, have sparked significant backlash. Professors Abbas Kazemi and Hossein Akhani have voiced…
Scientists Grow Artificial Embryo Models Without Sperm, Egg, or Womb
Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created artificial embryo models from stem cells without using sperm, eggs, or a womb, growing them for up…
Strike Continues in Hollywood; Honorary Oscar Awards Ceremony Delayed
The honorary Oscar awards ceremony has been postponed from November to January due to an ongoing strike by Hollywood writers and actors over wages and…
An Agency's Account of Inflation and Household Economy; The Minimum Living Basket for Tehran Residents Exceeds 23 Million Tomans
The ILNA news agency reports that the minimum living costs for Tehran residents have surpassed 23 million tomans due to high inflation, which has left…
Claim by a Media Outlet in Iran; A 'Famous' Mourner Becomes a Professor at the University of Tehran
Saeed Hadadian, a prominent mourner, has been appointed as a professor at the University of Tehran amid a trend of expelling critical faculty members. This…
Fruitless Promises of the Government; Rising 'Fever' of Rental Costs
The Iranian government's promises to control rising rental costs have proven ineffective, with recent statistics showing a 38% increase in rental prices compared to last…
Doubling of Medical Migration; Medical Council: Iran Exports Doctors to Five Continents
The migration of Iranian doctors has doubled since before the pandemic, with many seeking better economic conditions abroad. The Medical Council highlights the quality of…
New Research: Artificial Intelligence Can Describe Scents 'As Well as Humans'
A new study reveals that AI can accurately describe scents by analyzing molecular structures, potentially rivaling human olfactory capabilities. Led by Alexander Wiltschko at Osmo,…
New Research: Human Ancestors Nearly Went Extinct 900,000 Years Ago
A new genetic study reveals that human ancestors nearly went extinct 900,000 years ago, with their population dropping to just 1,280 individuals. This significant decline…