October 2017
Sexual Harassment and the Taboo of Speaking About It
The article discusses the pervasive issue of sexual harassment in Iran, highlighting the cultural taboos surrounding the topic and the psychological impact on victims. Activists…
Successful Test of Airbus Flying Car
Airbus has successfully tested its flying car, the Urban Airbus, designed for autonomous urban transport. The company aims to collaborate with ride-hailing services like Uber…
Implementation of Stricter Security Laws for Flights to the U.S.
Starting Thursday, airlines must enforce new U.S. security regulations for flights to the country, including stricter passenger screening and a ban on laptops in the…
...And Now I Will Kill You, Little Child
The article recounts a series of tragic cases of child abuse and murder in Iran, highlighting the recent case of a two-and-a-half-year-old boy named Ahura…
A Century Ago in the Land of Lion and Sun
The article introduces Pierre Ponafidine's book 'Life in the Muslim East', published in 1911, which details his experiences as a Russian consul in Iran and…
Continued Violence and Child Abuse in Iranian Society
A three-year-old boy was murdered by his mother's fiancé, highlighting ongoing issues of child abuse in Iran. Recent executions of child murderers have also drawn…
Chinese President: We Will Open Our Economy More to Foreign Companies
Chinese President Xi Jinping opened the National Congress of the Communist Party, emphasizing China's commitment to opening its economy to foreign companies while combating corruption.…
Pew Survey: Support for Democracy Among People in Developed Countries is Widespread
A Pew Research Center survey indicates that democracy is widely supported in developed countries, with over half of respondents favoring parliamentary democracy. However, a significant…
Somalia Bombing Death Toll Exceeds 300
The death toll from two bombings in Mogadishu, Somalia, has surpassed 300, marking the deadliest attack by Al-Shabaab in over a decade. Many victims remain…
Hamas Announces Political Reconciliation Agreement with Fatah Movement
Hamas announced a political reconciliation agreement with Fatah during talks in Egypt, with details to be revealed in a press conference. This agreement aims to…
Nobel Prize in Economics Awarded to American Researcher Richard Thaler
Richard Thaler, a behavioral economist, was awarded the 2017 Nobel Prize in Economics for his work on nudging people towards making better economic decisions. His…
Trump Delays Transfer of US Embassy to Jerusalem for the Second Time
Donald Trump has delayed the transfer of the US embassy to Jerusalem for the second time, stating he wants to give the peace process a…
Hashemi Rafsanjani's Daughter: We Could Not Find My Father's Will
Fatemeh Hashemi, daughter of the late Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, claims that important documents and her father's second will have gone missing after his death, with…
Tom Petty, Rock Music Star, Passes Away
Tom Petty, a legendary rock musician known for hits like 'American Girl' and 'Learning to Fly,' died from a heart attack at the age of…
Winfried Schäfer Appointed as Head Coach of Esteghlal
Winfried Schäfer has been appointed as the new head coach of Esteghlal Tehran, succeeding Alireza Mansourian. Schäfer, a seasoned coach with extensive international experience, aims…
Palestinian Media: Hamas Transfers Control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority
Hamas is transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority, marking a significant political shift after a decade of conflict. Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah and…