March 2018
Head of Literacy Organization Reports Nearly Two Million Illiterate Women in Iran
The head of Iran's Literacy Movement Organization revealed that there are nearly two million illiterate women in the country, with a significant gap in literacy…
U.S. Grants Visa to Iranian-American Brother in Need of Bone Marrow Transplant
Kamyar Hashemi received a visa to travel to the U.S. to donate bone marrow to his brother, Maziyar Hashemi, who is suffering from a rare…
Maximum Death Insurance Amount in Iran Set at 500 Million Tomans
The maximum death insurance amount in Iran has been set at 500 million tomans as per a directive from Abdolreza Hemmati, head of the Central…
The Population of Jews and Muslims in the 'Holy Land' Has Become Equal
An Israeli report indicates that the populations of Jews and Muslims in the territories between the Mediterranean Sea and the Jordan River are nearly equal,…
The Death Toll from a Fire in a Shopping Center in Russia Reaches 64
A tragic fire in a shopping center in Kemerovo, Russia, has resulted in at least 64 deaths, including children, with ongoing investigations into the cause.…
Dozens Killed in Fire at Shopping Center in Russia
A fire at a shopping center in Kemerovo, Siberia, has resulted in at least 48 fatalities and 16 missing persons. The incident has prompted investigations…
Trump Administration Imposes New Sanctions Against Russia
The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Russia due to its interference in the 2016 U.S. elections, targeting the Internet Research Agency and its…
Iran Grants Development of Two Oil Fields to a Russian Company
Iran has signed a $741 million contract with the Russian company Zarubezhneft to develop the Aban and West Paydar oil fields, aiming to increase production…
Iran's Population Exceeds 81 Million
Iran's population has officially surpassed 81 million, raising concerns among officials about the rapid aging of the population. Ayatollah Khamenei has called for increased birth…
Angela Merkel Elected Chancellor of Germany for the Fourth Time
Angela Merkel has been re-elected as Chancellor of Germany for the fourth time after a lengthy coalition-building process. Her election comes after a six-month delay…
Labor Minister of Rouhani's Government Receives Vote of Confidence Again
Ali Rabiei, Iran's Minister of Cooperatives, Labor and Social Welfare, successfully avoided impeachment in parliament, receiving a vote of confidence despite significant opposition. The session…
German Automakers Create a Stir at the Geneva Auto Show
The Geneva Auto Show showcased a range of new automotive innovations, prominently featuring German automakers like Bugatti, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Jaguar. Notable highlights included the…
Iran's Oil Exports Drop to Lowest Level in Two Years
Iran's oil exports have fallen to their lowest level in two years due to a significant decrease in purchases by Asian customers, particularly Japan. This…
Relative Improvement in US-Iran Foreign Trade in January
In January, US-Iran trade saw a 28% increase compared to the previous year, reaching $13.5 million, with US exports nearly doubling. Despite this improvement, the…
Farzaneh Milani's Dinner Party: 'Only the Voice Remains'
Farzaneh Milani, a prominent Iranian-American scholar, hosts a dinner party featuring significant figures from Persian literature and history, including Scheherazade, Forough Farrokhzad, and her parents.…
French Companies That Do Not Eliminate Gender Pay Gap Will Be Fined
French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe announced fines for companies that do not eliminate the gender pay gap, despite existing laws mandating equal pay. Meanwhile, women…
Volvo XC40 Named European Car of the Year
The Volvo XC40 has been awarded the title of European Car of the Year at the Geneva Motor Show, marking the first time Volvo has…
Billionaires of 2018
In 2018, Forbes reported a record 2,208 billionaires with a total wealth of $9.1 trillion, marking an 18% increase from the previous year. Notably, the…
13 Killed in Turkish Shelling in Afrin Region
Thirteen people, including three children, were killed in Turkish shelling in Afrin, Syria, with reports suggesting the death toll may rise. The Turkish government denies…
Right and Far-Right Coalition Led by Berlusconi Leads Italian Elections
The right and far-right coalition led by Silvio Berlusconi has emerged as the frontrunner in the Italian elections, though no party has secured enough votes…
Tehran Deputy Mayor: Municipal Debt is Approximately 52 Trillion Tomans
Tehran's municipal debt has reportedly reached around 52 trillion tomans, significantly higher than previous estimates. This situation has been attributed to costly management practices and…
Stop of Approximately One Billion Cubic Meters of Gas Flaring in Iran
Iran has launched a gas processing facility on Qeshm Island to reduce gas flaring, which is expected to save the country $300 million annually. The…