October 2018
Iran is the 'largest' energy subsidizer in the world
Iran has become the largest energy subsidizer globally, spending $45 billion on energy subsidies last year, a 55% increase from the previous year. The rise…
Asian Runner-Up; A Porter with Olympic Dreams
Taha Ghafari, a runner-up in the 2014 Asian Cross Country Championship, is now working as a porter to support his family, highlighting the struggles faced…
88 Million Mobile Phones in Iran
Iran has 88 million mobile phones in operation, surpassing its population of 80 million. This growth reflects the increasing integration of smartphones into daily life,…
National Bank's Response to News of Currency Payments to Arbaeen Pilgrims 'Through a Hole in the Wall'
The National Bank of Iran responded to reports of currency payments to Arbaeen pilgrims being made through holes in a wall in Najaf, stating that…
Decline in Renault's Automotive Revenue Due to Suspension of Exports to Iran and Asia
Renault's automotive revenue fell by 8.4% in Q3 2018 due to halted exports to Iran, despite a 10% increase in sales to Iran this year.…
Total American Lottery Prizes Reach $2.2 Billion
The American lottery's grand prize has reached a record $1.6 billion after last week's drawing had no winner. The odds of winning are extremely low,…
Afghanistan's Election Commission Postpones Voting in Kandahar by One Week
The Afghanistan Election Commission has postponed voting in Kandahar by one week due to a deadly shooting that killed the province's police chief. This decision…
Raising $100 Million for Trump's 2020 Election Campaign
Donald Trump has raised over $100 million for his 2020 election campaign, indicating a strong position ahead of potential rivals. This fundraising effort is notable…
Australian Medical Association: Immediately Remove Refugee Children from Nauru
The Australian Medical Association has called for the immediate removal of refugee children from Nauru due to severe psychological harm and unsafe conditions. Prime Minister…
13% Decrease in Number of Domestic and International Air Passengers in Iran
Iran has experienced a 13% decrease in domestic and international air travel in the first half of the year compared to the previous year, attributed…
The U.S. Halts F-35 Fighter Jet Flights
The U.S. has temporarily halted all F-35 flights after a crash during a training exercise, leading to inspections of fuel transfer tubes. This decision affects…
Reporters Without Borders: The Number of Journalists Killed in the Past 9 Months Reaches 56
Reporters Without Borders reported that 56 journalists have been killed in the past 9 months, surpassing last year's total of 55. Afghanistan and Yemen are…
Old Automakers Seek to Mass Produce Electric Vehicles
The Paris Motor Show has seen traditional automakers like Peugeot and Renault unveil new electric vehicles, indicating a shift in the automotive industry towards electric…
In August, the U.S. Exported More Goods to Iran Than in All of Last Year
In August 2023, the U.S. exported nearly $150 million in goods to Iran, exceeding total exports for all of 2017. Despite recent sanctions, U.S. exports…
Pink Wave: New Record of Women's Participation in US Elections
The number of women participating in the upcoming U.S. elections has reached a record high, with significant increases in female candidates, particularly from the Democratic…
Snowballing Inflation; Producer Price Index Reaches 18 Percent
Iran's Producer Price Index has reached 18.2%, indicating a significant rise in production costs due to inflation and currency fluctuations. This situation raises concerns about…
Barham Salih Becomes New President of Iraq
Barham Salih has been elected as the new President of Iraq by the parliament, marking a significant step towards forming a new government. He received…
Barham Salih Becomes New President of Iraq
Barham Salih has been elected as the new President of Iraq, receiving 220 votes from the parliament. This election is a significant step towards forming…