May 2016
Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Fallujah and Severe Shortages of Water and Food
The humanitarian crisis in Fallujah is worsening due to intensified attacks by Iraqi forces against ISIS, trapping nearly fifty thousand civilians without access to basic…
Israeli Government Approves Lieberman's Appointment as Defense Minister
The Israeli government has approved Avigdor Lieberman, a far-right party leader with no military experience, as the new Defense Minister. This appointment follows a coalition…
UN Criticism of Trump's Statements on Climate Change Agreement Cancellation
The UN criticized Donald Trump's intention to cancel the Paris Agreement on climate change if he becomes president. This agreement, signed by 200 countries, is…
NASA: One of Jupiter's Moons May Be Habitable
NASA has found that Jupiter's moon Europa may have conditions suitable for life, with hydrogen and oxygen levels comparable to Earth. This discovery could enhance…
Tabarzadi's Hunger Strike and Concerns Over Kaboudvand's Condition
Mohammad Sadiq Kaboudvand is on a hunger strike for two weeks, raising concerns about his health, while Heshmatollah Tabarzadi has also begun a hunger strike…
99.9 Percent of Microorganisms Remain Unknown
A new study reveals that 99.999% of microbial species on Earth remain unknown to scientists, highlighting the need for increased efforts in discovering and documenting…
Greece Begins Evacuating Thousands of Refugees from Idomeni Camp
Greece has commenced the evacuation of thousands of refugees from the Idomeni camp, aiming to relocate them to other centers amid deteriorating living conditions. The…
Protest by Fruit and Vegetable Market Workers in Tehran
Workers at fruit and vegetable markets in Tehran protested against municipal policies by striking and closing their stalls. The municipality has responded with threats of…
How Many Stars Does the Milky Way Galaxy Have?
NASA's website discusses the challenges of estimating the number of stars in the Milky Way Galaxy, suggesting that there are between 100 billion to 400…
Global Employment and Social Outlook
The ILO's annual report highlights the ongoing challenge of poverty reduction globally, particularly in developing economies where nearly two billion people live on less than…
Interview with Abbas Safari; Writing Romantic Poetry is One of the Most Difficult Tasks
The article features an interview with Abbas Safari, a prominent Iranian poet who discusses his late blooming career, the evolution of his poetic language, and…
Discovery of Hundreds of Exoplanets Outside the Solar System
Astronomers have discovered 1,284 new exoplanets, with 9 potentially habitable, increasing the total to 3,264. This discovery, made by NASA's Kepler Space Telescope, suggests there…
Can Music Be a Cure for Alzheimer's?
Dr. Rudolph Tanzi is exploring the potential of music therapy for Alzheimer's patients, highlighting its emotional connection and impact on memory. His team has developed…
Death of Several Soldiers and Militants in Turkey's Army Clash with PKK
A recent surge in violence in southeastern Turkey resulted in the deaths of eight Turkish soldiers and six PKK militants. This escalation follows the breakdown…
The First Muslim to Win the Title of 'Miss USA' Converts to Christianity
Rima Fakih, the first Muslim to win the title of 'Miss USA', has converted to Christianity and is set to marry her Lebanese-American fiancé, Waseem…
At least 50 killed in a bomb explosion in Baghdad
A car bomb explosion in Baghdad's Shiite-majority Sadr City killed at least 50 people and injured over 60, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attack highlights…
Rouhani: People Will Learn of Past Officials' Negligence in the Two Billion Dollar Case
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized former officials for their negligence regarding the seizure of two billion dollars of Iranian assets in the U.S. and announced…
Conviction of Two Journalists in Turkey and Erdogan's Stance on the European Union
Two journalists in Turkey, Can Dundar and Erdem Gul, have been sentenced to over ten years in prison on charges of espionage and revealing state…
Editor of Turkey's Cumhuriyet Newspaper Survives Assassination Attempt
Can Dundar, an opposition journalist in Turkey, survived an assassination attempt outside a courthouse while awaiting a verdict for revealing government secrets. The attack highlights…
Death of 'more than 70 people' in southern Aleppo
More than 70 people have died in clashes between jihadist forces and the Syrian government in southern Aleppo, following an airstrike that killed at least…
Atna Farghadani, Cartoonist, Released from Prison
Atna Farghadani, an Iranian cartoonist and children's rights activist, was released from prison after her sentence was reduced from 12 years to 18 months. Her…
Linguistic Snobbery: Do We Finally Have Right and Wrong?
The article discusses the growing trend in Iranian society to reject linguistic authorities and norms, emphasizing the need for a balance between individual expression and…