August 2015
Judiciary Chief Calls for Action Against 'Cultural Infiltration by Enemies'
Ayatollah Sadegh Larijani, the head of Iran's judiciary, has called for a crackdown on cultural practices he deems unethical, citing concerns over cultural infiltration by…
Clashes and Explosion Near Ukrainian Parliament
A National Guard officer was killed and around 90 others injured during clashes outside the Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv, where nationalists protested a bill aimed…
Report by Benjamin Sadr on Incidents at Animal Shelters Around Tehran
Recent attacks and fires have occurred at animal shelters in Iran, raising concerns about the safety of these facilities. The incidents have prompted discussions on…
Warning from the Parliamentary Research Center Regarding the Implementation of the 'Chastity and Hijab Plan'
The Parliamentary Research Center has rejected the 'Chastity and Hijab Plan' in Iran, citing concerns about increasing tensions between the regime and the public. The…
Long-Term Isolation Experiment on Astronauts
NASA is conducting a year-long isolation experiment with six volunteers to simulate life on Mars, aiming to study the effects of long-term confinement on human…
Photo Report on Beirut Protests
Lebanese protesters have occupied the Ministry of Environment building as a response to the political class being pressured by civil society. This event highlights the…
Death of One Person and 200 Cats in Fire at Cat Shelter in Eshtehard
A fire at a cat shelter in Eshtehard led to the tragic deaths of its founder, Ms. Raoufi, and around 200 cats. The incident has…
Human Rights Campaign: Iran's Agreement with Telegram Aims to Limit Users
The International Human Rights Campaign reports that Telegram will soon set up servers in Iran following negotiations with the government, aiming to restrict user access…
Land Grabbing in Heyran Pass: Case of the District Governor Sent to Court
The case of land grabbing in Heyran Pass has escalated with accusations between two parliament representatives leading to the district governor's case being sent to…
"Disability is a Constructed Concept"; A Look at the Book 'Embodiment and Power'
The article discusses the book 'Embodiment and Power', which critiques the societal and medical perceptions of disability, arguing that disability is a socially constructed concept…
The Disruptor of the Azadi Stadium Match is a Film Director
Ali Malaghli Pour, a film director, disrupted a charity football match to protest the reduced screenings of his film due to competition from another film.…
Iranian Official Consults with Russia on Sukhoi 30 Fighter Jets
An Iranian official has consulted with Russian leaders about Sukhoi 30 fighter jets, while negotiations for the S-300 missile defense system face ongoing obstacles. The…
Interview with Banafsha Syad about the Mixed Dance Festival in Los Angeles
The ninth Mixed Dance Festival has commenced in Los Angeles, showcasing various dance performances over four days. Banafsha Syad, a professional dancer and daughter of…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-123
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various current events in Iran, including the implications of the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran…
The Contract for Establishing the First Nuclear Fuel Bank in Kazakhstan Signed
Kazakhstan has signed a contract to establish the world's first nuclear fuel bank, which will likely store some of Iran's low-enriched uranium. This initiative aims…
Efforts to Register Darabgerd as a World Heritage Site
Efforts are underway to register the ancient city of Darabgerd and its mud wall as a UNESCO World Heritage site and in the Guinness World…
The Tudeh Party Members in Tajikistan: Past and Present
The article discusses the history and current situation of Tudeh Party members who migrated from Iran to Tajikistan, highlighting their cultural contributions and the challenges…
Del-Awaz and Azad University Deny; Shajarian Not Set to Sing for Rafsanjani
Reports claiming that Mohammad Reza Shajarian was commissioned to create a composition in honor of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have been denied by both Azad University…
Lenses for Mobile Cameras
The article discusses the growing market for mobile camera lenses and accessories, highlighting various companies and their innovative products. Companies like Moment, Olloclip, and Photojojo…
Inflation Rate in Iran Shows 'Decrease' for August
Iran's inflation rate has shown a decrease for August, with the 12-month inflation rate at 13.8% and point-to-point inflation at 11.5%. This decline indicates a…
NASA: The Earth Will Not Be Destroyed in September
NASA has confirmed that the Earth will not be destroyed by a meteorite impact in September, dispelling a rumor started by a Christian pastor. The…
Nasrin Sotoudeh: I Have Been Threatened with Death, Acid Attacks, and Mutilation
Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent Iranian lawyer and human rights activist, has reported receiving multiple threats of violence, including death and acid attacks, amid her ongoing…
Turkish President Issues Order for Early Parliamentary Elections
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called for early parliamentary elections on November 1 after Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu failed to form a coalition government.…
New Law Issued: Banks Required to Provide Individuals' Information to Tax Organization
Iran has enacted a new law requiring banks and government entities to share individuals' financial information with the Tax Affairs Organization to combat tax evasion.…
North Korean Leader Orders Full Military Readiness at Frontline
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered full military readiness at the frontline amid escalating tensions with South Korea, following artillery exchanges. This situation is…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - Episode 122
The latest episode of 'At Five O'Clock' discusses the current political climate in Iran, including the implications of proxy wars and the responsibility of opposition…
Greek Prime Minister Calls for Early Elections Following Resignation
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has resigned and called for early elections after losing parliamentary support following the acceptance of a controversial financial bailout. The…
Interview with Nasrin Sotoudeh Regarding Her Summons to Evin Prosecutor's Office
Nasrin Sotoudeh has been summoned again to the Evin Prosecutor's Office regarding charges in her case. This summons, although resembling a defendant's summons, did not…
Artillery Exchange Between North and South Korea at Their Border
North and South Korea exchanged artillery fire along their heavily militarized border, escalating tensions significantly. The conflict arose after North Korea demanded the cessation of…
The Third New Television Advertisement Opposing the Nuclear Agreement with Iran Released
A new advertisement opposing the Iran nuclear agreement has been released, claiming it increases the risk of terrorism and nuclear proliferation. David Depoutotla, a former…
The Parliament's Board Refuses to Announce the Receipt of the Impeachment Proposals for the Ministers of Economy and Sports
The Iranian Parliament's leadership has refused to officially acknowledge impeachment proposals against the Ministers of Economy and Sports despite significant support from representatives. The reasons…
August 28; A Major Turning Point in Political Events in the Geography of Iran
August 28 marks a pivotal moment in Iranian history, characterized by the ousting of Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh, which allowed the young Shah to regain…
Decrease in Agricultural Production in Germany Due to Drought
Germany is experiencing a significant decrease in agricultural production due to severe drought conditions that have persisted since May. The German National Farmers' Union reports…
US FDA Approves First 'Viagra for Women'
The FDA has approved 'Addyi', the first drug aimed at increasing sexual desire in women, similar to Viagra for men. This approval comes after previous…
Davutoğlu Officially Withdraws from Efforts to Form Coalition Government in Turkey
Ahmet Davutoğlu has officially withdrawn from attempts to form a coalition government in Turkey after failing to secure support from opposition parties. This unprecedented failure…
Failure of Davutoğlu's Negotiations with the Nationalist Movement Party to Form a Coalition Government
Ahmet Davutoğlu's attempts to form a coalition government in Turkey have failed, both with the Republican People's Party and the Nationalist Movement Party. With less…
Amnesty International: Evidence of War Crimes by Parties in Yemen
Amnesty International has reported evidence of war crimes in Yemen due to airstrikes by the Saudi-led coalition and attacks by the Houthis, resulting in significant…
NASA Collaborates with Google on Drone Delivery Program
Google is testing a drone delivery program in the U.S. and plans to expand it with NASA's help, despite current regulations banning commercial drone flights.…
Attack on Three More Iranian Trucks in Turkey
Three Iranian trucks were attacked in Turkey, with one truck burned and no injuries to drivers. This marks the ninth attack on Iranian vehicles in…
Kimia Alizadeh Defeats Olympic Champion from London
Kimia Alizadeh won the gold medal in taekwondo at the Grand Prix in Russia by defeating the Olympic champion Jade Jones. This victory marks a…
Over 80 Killed in Syrian Army Attack on Market
A Syrian army airstrike on a market in Douma has killed at least 82 people, mostly civilians, and injured around 200. This incident highlights the…
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 occupants has crashed
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 people on board crashed in Papua after losing contact with air traffic control. The wreckage was found later that…
Tehran Lacks Centralized Crisis Management Authority in Case of Earthquake
Iranian officials express concerns about the lack of a centralized crisis management authority in Tehran, especially in light of recent earthquakes. Experts warn that a…
Minister of Culture: Friday Imams and Judiciary Also Involved in Concert Cancellations
Iran's Minister of Culture announced the cancellation of 9 music concerts, attributing the issue to opposition from Friday Imams and the judiciary. This highlights ongoing…
Asian Champion Withdraws from National Team 'Due to Living Expenses'
Javad Mohajoub, an Asian judo champion, has withdrawn from the Iranian national team due to financial struggles and lack of support, stating he cannot continue…
Mostafa Tajzadeh Released on Leave from Evin Prison
Mostafa Tajzadeh, a prominent reformist political figure and former deputy minister, has been granted temporary leave from Evin Prison after years of imprisonment under harsh…
American Hostage Was 'Sex Slave' of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Before Her Death
ABC News reports that Kayla Mueller, an American hostage, was used as a sex slave by ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi before her death. Her…
Advance of Yemeni Government Support Forces Continues
Yemeni government forces, backed by a Saudi-led coalition, continue to advance against the Houthis, recently taking control of a fifth province. The conflict remains deeply…
Death Toll from Tianjin, China Explosions Rises to 85
Explosions in Tianjin, China have resulted in 85 deaths and over 700 injuries, prompting evacuations due to fears of toxic chemical exposure. The Chinese government…
Risk of Destruction of the Genome of 100 Fish Species in Iran Due to Lack of Funding
The Iranian Fisheries Science Institute has extracted the genome of over 100 fish species for identification and registration but faces a risk of destruction due…
Failure of Coalition Government Talks in Turkey
The Justice and Development Party in Turkey failed to gain a parliamentary majority, prompting the need for a coalition government. Opposition parties could not agree…
John Kerry Attends Historic Opening Ceremony of the U.S. Embassy in Cuba
John Kerry attended the reopening of the U.S. Embassy in Cuba, marking the first time the American flag has flown there in 54 years. This…
Jannati: The Nuclear Agreement Must Be Approved by the Parliament
Ahmad Jannati, a key cleric, insists that Iran's nuclear agreement should be approved by Parliament, highlighting a rift between the Rouhani government and conservative factions.…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 121
The program discusses various current events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and the potential for increased radicalization within…
At least 44 dead and hundreds injured in two massive explosions in China
Two massive explosions in Tianjin, China, resulted in at least 44 deaths and hundreds of injuries, with many individuals still unaccounted for. The explosions are…
South Korea: North Korean Deputy Prime Minister Executed
The South Korean news agency reported that Choe Yong Un, the Deputy Prime Minister of North Korea, was executed in June for opposing Kim Jong…
Continuation of the Trial of Khadija Ismayilova, Colleague of Radio Free Europe
Khadija Ismayilova, a jailed journalist from Azerbaijan, is facing trial on charges of financial abuse and tax evasion, which she claims are politically motivated. The…
Mahmoud Abbas to Visit Iran
Mahmoud Abbas, the President of the Palestinian Authority, is set to visit Iran in the coming months to strengthen relations and discuss cooperation. The Palestinian…
The Activation of Japan's First Nuclear Reactor Following the Fukushima Disaster
Japan has restarted its first nuclear reactor since the Fukushima disaster, despite public protests and opposition. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is pushing for nuclear energy…
Foreign Tourists Heading to Iran; 'Hotels Fully Booked Until 2016'
Ebrahim Pourfaraj announced that four and five-star hotels in major Iranian cities are fully booked by foreign tourists until 2016 due to a significant increase…
Advancement of Syrian Rebels Towards the Mediterranean Coast
Syrian rebels, including extremist groups, have advanced towards the Mediterranean coast by retaking strategic villages from Assad's forces. This escalation follows a series of counterattacks…
29 Prominent American Scientists Support Nuclear Agreement
Twenty-nine prominent American scientists have publicly supported the nuclear agreement between Iran and six world powers, potentially influencing the White House's efforts to present the…
Dust Storm in Hamoun Shuts Down Markets and All Offices in Sistan
A severe dust storm in the Sistan region has led to the closure of markets and government offices, as officials express concern over air quality…
Minister of Culture: The Judiciary Bans Writers, Not Us
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, claims that the judiciary, not his ministry, is responsible for banning journalists and writers. He asserts that there are…
Japan Becomes Asian Volleyball Champion in Tehran
Japan won the Asian Volleyball Championship by defeating Iran 3-1 in Tehran, marking their eighth continental title. The Iranian team, missing key players, struggled against…
Minister of Science: The Case of Illegal Scholarships Has Been Resolved
The Iranian Minister of Science announced that the case of illegal scholarships has been resolved, allowing most students to continue their studies, except for 36…
Decrease in Prices and Transactions in the Housing and Construction Sector
The Central Bank's report reveals a significant decline in housing transactions and prices in Tehran, indicating a continued stagnation in the market despite government efforts…
Iran Meteorological Organization: Jamming Signals Disrupt Our Work
An Iranian meteorological official has reported that jamming signals are disrupting weather radar operations, particularly in Tehran, leading to difficulties in forecasting. This issue has…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 120
The latest episode of 'Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini' discusses various pressing issues in Iran, including the death of a Mossad representative and the potential…
Resumption of Activities at Parchin Site; Iran Denies
A U.S. research center claims satellite images show resumed activities at Iran's Parchin military site, suggesting potential nuclear weapon-related tests. Iran denies these allegations, labeling…
Malaysian Prime Minister: The Found Piece Belongs to MH370 Aircraft
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak confirmed that a piece of debris found on Reunion Island has been identified as belonging to the missing MH370 aircraft,…
Strike of 5,500 Stone Cutting Units in Iran in Protest Against Value Added Tax
5,500 stone cutting units in Iran have gone on strike to protest the enforcement of a value-added tax, which they believe contradicts a prior agreement…
Italy Officially Invites Hassan Rouhani to Visit Rome
Italy has officially invited Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to visit Rome, aiming to strengthen economic ties post-sanctions. The invitation comes during a visit by Italian…
Mediterranean Sea: The 'Deadliest' Route in Search of a Better Life
The Mediterranean Sea has become the deadliest route for migrants seeking better lives, with over 2,000 fatalities reported this year. The International Organization for Migration…
Iran's First Defeat in Asian Volleyball Championship
Iran's volleyball team faced their first defeat in the Asian Championship against South Korea, losing 3-1 despite an initial lead. This loss places Iran second…
Possible 9% Decrease in Russia's Gross National Product Due to Sanctions
The IMF predicts that Western sanctions against Russia could lead to a 9% decrease in its GDP, with initial impacts already causing a 1-1.5% decline.…
Hamid Soryan in an Interview with Radio Farda: I Have Never Aimed to Break Records
Hamid Soryan, a prominent Iranian wrestler, discusses the need for a calm environment for success in upcoming competitions, emphasizing his focus on preparation rather than…
Health Minister: 5 Trillion Toman Insurance Debt Delays Doctors' Bonuses
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Hashemi announced that the significant debt owed by insurance companies has delayed doctors' bonuses for six months, affecting many physicians. The…
Discovery of a New Method for Detecting Pancreatic Cancer
Researchers at Queen Mary University in London have developed a urine test that can detect pancreatic cancer at an early stage by identifying three proteins.…
Mine Explosion in Kurdistan Province Claims Victims
A mine explosion in Kurdistan Province has resulted in the death of a 13-year-old boy and left a 12-year-old boy critically injured. The incident highlights…
Over 130,000 Hectares Burned in Widespread California Wildfire
A massive wildfire in California has burned over 130,000 hectares, driven by drought and lightning strikes. Approximately 10,000 firefighters are battling 21 active fires, with…
Erdogan's Overt and Covert Goals in Changing Approach Towards the Kurds
Turkey has initiated attacks against the PKK and the Islamic State, prompting Kurdish leaders to respond. Masoud Barzani has requested Turkey to cease airstrikes in…
The Doors of the 'Death Crypt' Are Opened to You
A hotel in Lewiston, Maine, is offering guests the chance to stay in a real crypt that served as a priest's grave for over a…
Nigerian Army: We Have Rescued 178 People from Boko Haram
The Nigerian Army has rescued 178 individuals, including 101 children, from Boko Haram during recent operations. This highlights ongoing efforts against the extremist group, which…
Seizure of 10 Chinese Fishing Vessels in Iranian Waters
Iran has seized 10 Chinese fishing vessels for unauthorized entry into its territorial waters, not for illegal fishing practices. The vessels were reportedly contracted to…
Malaysia: The piece found in 'Réunion' belongs to a Boeing 777
Malaysian officials have confirmed that a piece of aircraft found on Réunion Island belongs to a Boeing 777, likely linked to the missing MH370 flight.…
The Vaccine That Will End the Ebola Nightmare
A promising Ebola vaccine trial in Guinea has shown a 100% effectiveness rate, with researchers advocating for its widespread use due to the virus's high…
Discovery of a 300-Year-Old Treasure by Florida Divers
Florida divers Eric Smith and his family discovered a treasure worth over a million dollars from a Spanish ship that sank 300 years ago. This…
Reza Daqati: My Photos Reflect the Shared Pain of Humanity
Reza Daqati is holding a photo exhibition in Paris titled 'Dream of Humanity,' showcasing his work and that of Syrian refugee children he has trained.…