June 2015
Facebook Identifies You; Even Without Seeing Your Face
Facebook is testing new software that can identify individuals without needing to see their faces, using physical attributes instead. This raises significant privacy concerns as…
Following Attack on Factory in France, Israeli Minister Calls on Jews in the Country to Emigrate
Following a terrorist attack in Lyon, France, Israeli Minister Ze'ev Elkin called on French Jews to immigrate to Israel, citing increased antisemitism and terrorism. This…
Attack on Beach in Tunisia Leaves at Least 37 Dead
An armed attack on a beach in Sousse, Tunisia, resulted in at least 37 deaths, including foreign tourists. The attack has not been claimed by…
Change in Iran's Women's Futsal National Team Coach
Shahnaz Yari has been replaced as the head coach of Iran's women's futsal team, claiming she was not informed of her dismissal and had not…
In Response to WikiLeaks Report: France Summons US Ambassador
France summoned the US ambassador in response to revelations from WikiLeaks about US espionage on French leaders, calling the actions 'unacceptable.' President François Hollande condemned…
Barack Obama: Racial Discrimination in America is Still Unresolved
Barack Obama addressed the unresolved issues of racism in America during an interview, emphasizing that societal change cannot happen overnight. He highlighted the recent church…
Attack on Afghan Parliament Ends with the Death of 'Seven Attackers'
A Taliban attack on the Afghan Parliament in Kabul resulted in the deaths of seven attackers and injuries to 19 others. The assault coincided with…
Concerns Over Hossein Rafiei's Situation in Prison
Hossein Rafiei, a prominent national-religious activist and retired professor, has been detained and transferred to Evin Prison, prompting condemnation from activists abroad. The statement highlights…
Women Barred Again from Stadiums; The Lock on 'Azadi' Remains Closed
Iran hosted a global sporting event but barred women from attending the stadium, leading to protests and the use of fake press credentials to allow…
50% Increase in Forest Fires in Iran This Year
Forest fires in Iran have surged by 50% in early 2015 compared to the previous year, with Kerman province experiencing a sixfold increase. The rise…
Communications Minister: The Number of Internet Users in Iran is 9 Million
Iran's Communications Minister Mahmoud Vaezi reported a significant discrepancy in internet user statistics, claiming only 9 million users, while previous reports indicated over 40 million.…
Combating the Phenomenon of Dust and Dust Storms
Iran is facing an increasing crisis of dust storms, worsened by prolonged drought and regional environmental factors. Officials have acknowledged the need for a coordinated…
Fires in Iran's Forests
Recent forest fires in Iran have destroyed over 70 hectares of forests in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province, with additional fires reported in Lorestan and Ilam…
One US Dollar = 35 Quadrillion Zimbabwean Dollars
The Central Bank of Zimbabwe has pegged its currency to the US dollar at a rate of 35 quadrillion Zimbabwean dollars to one US dollar,…
Iran Ranked Among the 'Most Depressed Countries in the World'
Iran has been ranked 105th out of 150 countries in terms of depression, highlighting a significant societal issue. Sports Minister Mahmoud Goudarzi suggests that sports…
Limited Authorization for Women to Attend Azadi Stadium
The Iranian government has allowed a limited number of women to attend a volleyball match at Azadi Stadium, primarily family members of players. However, this…
Ahmet Davutoğlu's Cabinet Resigns in Turkey
Ahmet Davutoğlu's cabinet in Turkey has resigned following a parliamentary election where the ruling Justice and Development Party lost its majority. President Erdoğan has accepted…
Losers of the Turkish Elections: Political Absolutism, Economic Corruption, and Religious Biases
The Turkish parliamentary elections on June 7, 2015, resulted in a significant loss for President Erdoğan and his ruling AKP, marking the end of their…
Minister of Labor Reports 7 Million Iranians Working in Informal Jobs
Iran's Minister of Labor announced that 7 million Iranians are working in informal jobs, highlighting a significant unemployment crisis with a need for 800,000 to…
Holding General Elections in Turkey
Turkey is holding critical parliamentary elections today, with the ruling AKP aiming for an absolute majority to implement constitutional changes. The HDP, a Kurdish-rooted party,…
Confirmation of the Child Abuser Supervisor's Sentence: Two Years of Exile and Education Ban
A school supervisor in Tehran has been sentenced to two years of exile and a ban on educational activities after being found guilty of child…