April 2018
Fire at Former 'Trump Tower' in Baku
A fire broke out at the former Trump Tower in Baku, Azerbaijan, which has been ongoing since Saturday. The building was previously associated with Donald…
Health Ministry Official: 60 Percent of AIDS Patients Are Unaware of Their Condition
The Iranian Health Ministry reports that 60% of AIDS patients are unaware of their condition, with a significant number of infections occurring among young adults.…
Three More Palestinians Killed in Ongoing Protests at Gaza Border
Three Palestinians were killed during protests at the Gaza-Israel border, raising the death toll to 41 amid ongoing clashes. The UN has criticized Israel for…
A Van in Toronto Ran Over Several Pedestrians
A van in Toronto ran over several pedestrians, with initial reports indicating between five to ten injuries. The driver has been arrested, and the area…
32 Chinese Citizens Killed in Bus Accident in North Korea
A bus accident in North Korea resulted in the deaths of 32 Chinese tourists and four North Korean citizens, with two others critically injured. This…
Relative Improvement in Iran's Petrochemical Industry
Iran's petrochemical industry showed relative improvement with exports exceeding 22 million tons worth over $12 billion last year, reflecting a 10% increase in volume and…
Iran's Energy Minister: 334 Cities with 35 Million People Face Water Stress
Iran's Energy Minister has warned that 334 cities, home to 35 million people, are facing severe water stress this year, marking the toughest water supply…
U.S. and Russian Military Commanders Discuss NATO and Syria in Baku
U.S. and Russian military leaders met in Baku to discuss military activities in Europe and Syria, marking their first meeting since 2013. The discussions focused…
Miguel Diaz-Canel Elected President of Cuba
Miguel Diaz-Canel has been elected as the new president of Cuba, marking a significant political shift as he is the first leader outside the Castro…
Note: Miguel Díaz-Canel, a Younger Version of the Castros?
Miguel Díaz-Canel is set to become Cuba's new president, succeeding Raúl Castro, who has promised to step down after his term. Díaz-Canel's rise is seen…
3D Printers; This Time in Service of Spacecraft Manufacturing
NASA is utilizing 3D printing technology to manufacture over 100 parts for the Orion spacecraft, which could facilitate future human missions to Mars. This collaboration…
The End of the Castros; A New Leader for Cuba to Be Elected
Cuba's National Council has begun the process of electing a new leader, marking the first time in 60 years that someone outside the Castro family…
France to Revoke Legion of Honor from Bashar al-Assad
France plans to revoke the Legion of Honor from Syrian President Bashar al-Assad following a chemical attack attributed to his government. This decision, made by…
The Highest Divorce Rate in Iran's History Recorded
Iran has recorded its highest divorce rate in history with 175,000 cases in 2017, marking a significant increase in the divorce-to-marriage ratio to 29%. Experts…
Dutch Foreign Ministry Issues Security Warning for Travel to Iran
The Dutch Foreign Ministry has issued a cybersecurity warning for travelers to Iran, Russia, and Turkey, advising them to avoid bringing sensitive information on their…
Return of Rasoul Khadem to the Wrestling Federation, Maintaining Previous Positions
Rasoul Khadem has returned to the Wrestling Federation after being urged by members to do so, despite previously resigning over the lack of action against…
Turkey to Deport Approximately 600 Afghan Refugees Back to Afghanistan
Turkey plans to deport around 600 Afghan refugees back to Afghanistan due to illegal entry, citing ongoing terrorism and economic issues in Afghanistan. Human rights…
An Iranian-American Lawyer Appointed as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce
Nazak Nikakhtar, an Iranian-American lawyer, has been appointed as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, officially sworn in on April 2. This…
China Responds to New US Tariffs: We Will Retaliate
The US has imposed a 25% tariff on 1,300 Chinese goods, prompting China to announce retaliatory measures. This escalation in trade tensions is part of…
China's Tiangong-1 Space Station Caught Fire and Crashed in the South Pacific
China's Tiangong-1 space station crashed into the South Pacific after burning up upon re-entry. This incident raised concerns about potential human casualties and highlighted China's…
Concerns Over Refugee Situation Following Nauru's Break with Australian Court
Nauru has cut ties with the High Court of Australia, raising concerns among refugee advocates about the fate of refugees, particularly Iranians, on the island.…