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October 2015

October 30, 2015

UN Secretary-General Condemns Attack on Liberty Camp

The UN Secretary-General condemned a rocket attack on Liberty Camp that killed 26 people, urging the Iraqi government to investigate. The attack has been attributed…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 30, 2015

Human Rights Watch Calls for Cancellation of Iran's Volleyball Hosting

Human Rights Watch has called on the International Volleyball Federation to prevent Iran from hosting volleyball events due to the country's ban on women attending…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 30, 2015
October 29, 2015

China Ends Three Decades of One-Child Policy

China has officially ended its one-child policy, allowing couples to have two children. This change is aimed at addressing population imbalances and the aging demographic.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 29, 2015

Extinction of Large Mammals and Its Impact on Soil Fertility and Productivity

Scientists warn that the extinction of large mammals is critically impacting Earth's soil fertility and productivity. This decline is attributed to both climate change and…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 29, 2015
October 28, 2015

When a White Dwarf Devours the Earth

Astronomers have captured images of a solar system's destruction, providing insight into the potential future of Earth. The findings suggest that the remnants of a…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 28, 2015

UNICEF: 39 Humanitarian Centers in Yemen Have Been Attacked So Far

UNICEF reports that a hospital in Yemen was the 39th humanitarian center attacked since March, with the Saudi-led coalition denying responsibility. The UN Secretary-General has…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 28, 2015
October 27, 2015

120,000 People Displaced in Syria Due to Russian Airstrikes

The UN reports that over 120,000 people have been displaced in Syria due to recent Russian airstrikes, primarily affecting regions like Idlib, Hama, and Aleppo.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 27, 2015

Earthquake in Afghanistan and Pakistan Leaves 280 Dead So Far

A powerful earthquake has struck Afghanistan and Pakistan, resulting in nearly 280 deaths and significant injuries, particularly in Pakistan. The Afghan government has called for…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 27, 2015
October 25, 2015

Iran and Russia Emphasize 'Reducing Monopoly' in Global Internet Management

Iran and Russia are collaborating to reduce the monopoly in global internet management, with Iran allowing the Russian search engine Yandex to operate within its…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 25, 2015

Cheese is 'Addictive'

Recent research suggests that cheese may be addictive due to its processing and the presence of casein, which releases a narcotic-like substance during digestion. This…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 25, 2015
October 24, 2015

Seventy Years Since the Establishment of the United Nations

The United Nations celebrates its 70th anniversary, highlighting its achievements and the increasing global challenges it faces. The article discusses the need for reforms within…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 24, 2015

Suspension of U.S. Financial Aid to Palestinians Amid Israeli Security Crisis

The U.S. House of Representatives has suspended $370 million in aid to the Palestinian Authority due to ongoing security issues in Israel and Palestinian leadership's…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 24, 2015

Bomb Explosion at Sacred Shia Site in Bangladesh Leaves One Dead

A bomb explosion at a sacred Shia site in Dhaka, Bangladesh, resulted in one death and 80 injuries, with no group claiming responsibility. This incident…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 24, 2015
October 23, 2015

Suicide Attack on Shia Mosque in Pakistan Leaves 11 Dead

A suicide bomber attacked a Shia mosque in Balochistan, Pakistan, killing at least 11 people, including children. This incident highlights ongoing sectarian violence in Pakistan,…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 23, 2015

Egyptian Government Closes Shiite Mosque in Cairo on Ashura Day

The Egyptian government has announced the closure of the Hussein mosque in Cairo during the Ashura ceremonies to prevent Shiite practices, claiming they do not…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 23, 2015
October 22, 2015

The 120,000-Year-Old Footprints of Homo Sapiens in China

Scientists have discovered 47 fossils of early human teeth in southern China, dating back 80,000 to 120,000 years, indicating that early human migration from Africa…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 22, 2015

Hassan Rouhani Emphasizes 'Full Implementation' of JCPOA in Letter to Iran's Leader

Hassan Rouhani wrote to Ayatollah Khamenei to express gratitude for support regarding the JCPOA and emphasized the government's commitment to its full implementation. The letter…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 22, 2015

YouTube Millionaires

The article discusses how several YouTube stars have become millionaires through their channels, with Felix Kjellberg (PewDiePie) leading the way with $12 million in earnings…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 22, 2015
October 21, 2015

The West Calls for UN Action Regarding Iran's Missile Test

The U.S., Britain, and Germany have called for a UN investigation into Iran's recent missile test, claiming it violates UN sanctions. Iran insists it does…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 21, 2015

The U.S. to Raise Iran's Recent Missile Test at the Security Council

The U.S. plans to raise Iran's recent missile test at the UN Security Council, claiming it violates ballistic missile sanctions. Iran's Defense Minister announced a…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 21, 2015

4.1 Billion Years: The Age of Life on Earth

Recent discoveries of ancient zircon crystals in Australia suggest that life on Earth began 4.1 billion years ago, significantly earlier than previous estimates. This challenges…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 21, 2015

UN Secretary-General's Meeting with Palestinian and Israeli Leaders

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for an end to violence during his meetings with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 21, 2015
October 20, 2015

Global Road Safety Status Report and Statistics for Iran

The World Health Organization's latest report highlights the alarming road safety situation in Iran, where traffic fatalities remain high despite some legislative improvements. Low- and…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 20, 2015

Croatia Opens Its Border with Serbia to Refugees

Croatia has opened its border with Serbia to refugees amid worsening conditions for thousands trapped in Serbia. Slovenia is struggling to manage the influx as…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 20, 2015
October 19, 2015

Iran Prepares for a 'Tsunami' of Tourists

Iran is preparing for an influx of foreign tourists, with plans to ease visa regulations and attract investment in tourism. The country aims to increase…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 19, 2015

Antioxidants and Cancer Progression

New research indicates that antioxidant supplements may accelerate the progression of melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer. Scientists warn cancer patients against using these supplements, as…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 19, 2015

New Statistics in Iran: Decrease in Marriage and Increase in 'Single-Person Families'

New statistics reveal a significant decline in marriage rates in Iran, with a 6.5% decrease in 2015 compared to the previous year, while single-person families…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 19, 2015
October 18, 2015

Negotiations for U.S. Defense Aid to Israel Resume

Negotiations for U.S. defense aid to Israel have resumed after being suspended due to Israeli dissatisfaction with the Iran nuclear deal. This comes as both…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 18, 2015

Municipal Election Candidate in Germany Stabbed

Henriette Reker, a leading candidate for mayor in Cologne, was stabbed during a campaign event by a man opposed to immigration policies. The attack has…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 18, 2015
October 17, 2015

Poisoning of Over 200 People Due to 'Religious Food' in Kerman

Over 240 people in Kerman province suffered food poisoning after consuming religious food. Medical officials are investigating the outbreak, which has been linked to a…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 17, 2015
October 16, 2015

Dozens Killed in Mosque Bombings in Nigeria

Dozens were killed in suicide bombings at a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, attributed to Boko Haram. The attacks occurred shortly after the U.S. announced military…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 16, 2015

Pepsi to Manufacture Mobile Phones for Chinese Consumers

Pepsi announced it will launch a mobile phone line in China, named P1, featuring Android technology. This move marks Pepsi's continued expansion into non-food products,…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 16, 2015
October 15, 2015

26% Decrease in the Number of Building Permits in Spring 2015

In spring 2015, Iran saw a significant decrease in building permits issued, with a 25.8% drop compared to winter 2014. This decline reflects ongoing challenges…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 15, 2015

Vaccine Developed to Prevent Dog Pregnancy

Chilean scientists have developed a new vaccine to prevent dog pregnancy, offering a cheaper and reversible alternative to surgical sterilization. This vaccine could significantly aid…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 15, 2015

The Area of Forests in Northern Iran Has 'Halved' Over Half a Century

The Iranian Department of the Environment reports a significant decline in forest areas in northern Iran, with forests halving in size over the past fifty…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 15, 2015
October 13, 2015

Hassan Rouhani: The Economic Situation Will Change Significantly Next Year

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced plans for a new economic package following the implementation of the nuclear agreement, emphasizing the need for foreign investment and…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 13, 2015

Fatemeh Salabi Executed in Adelabad Prison of Shiraz

Fatemeh Salabi, a 17-year-old girl arrested for murder in 2009, was executed in Shiraz after serving six years in prison. Despite being underage at the…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 13, 2015

The Secret of Elephants' Resistance to Cancer

Researchers have discovered that elephants have a significantly lower incidence of cancer compared to humans, potentially due to their possession of 20 times more cancer-fighting…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 13, 2015
October 12, 2015

The Global Jewish Population Has Decreased to 14 Million

The global Jewish population has decreased to about 14 million, significantly lower than pre-Holocaust numbers. The report highlights demographic changes, particularly the increase in Jewish…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 12, 2015

The Horn of Africa is Becoming 'Drier'

Recent research indicates that the Horn of Africa, including Somalia, Djibouti, and Ethiopia, is drying out more rapidly than previously thought, contradicting earlier predictions of…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 12, 2015
October 10, 2015

Three Killed in Violence in Iraqi Kurdistan Region

Protests in the Iraqi Kurdistan region have escalated into violence, resulting in at least five deaths. The unrest, driven by economic grievances, has turned partisan…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 10, 2015

Hundreds of Yazidi Women Have Committed Suicide While Captive of ISIS

The article discusses the plight of Yazidi women held captive by ISIS in northern Iraq, highlighting the efforts of Amna Said Hassan, a former Iraqi…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 10, 2015
October 9, 2015

UN Calls for Investigation into Attack on Wedding Ceremony in Yemen

The UN has called for an immediate investigation into an attack on a wedding in Yemen that reportedly killed dozens, including women and children. The…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 9, 2015
October 7, 2015

Houthis Accept UN Security Council Resolution on Yemen

The Houthis and the Congress Party led by Ali Abdullah Saleh have expressed their commitment to the UN Security Council resolution regarding the Yemen crisis…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 7, 2015

Animals That Have Taken Refuge from Humans in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone

Research shows that animal populations in the Chernobyl exclusion zone have significantly increased since humans left the area following the nuclear disaster. This resurgence highlights…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 7, 2015

Amnesty International: Arms Restrictions Should Be Imposed on the Arab Coalition

Amnesty International has called for arms restrictions against the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, citing potential war crimes during airstrikes that have resulted in significant civilian…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 7, 2015
October 6, 2015

IMF Revises Global Economic Growth Forecast

The IMF has revised its global economic growth forecast down to 3.1% for this year, citing slowdowns in emerging economies and ongoing recessions in major…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 6, 2015

Tehran City Council: The Decision to Reduce Council Members is 'Hasty and Unprofessional'

The Tehran City Council has criticized a recent parliamentary decision to reduce the number of council members from 31 to 21 as 'hasty and unprofessional,'…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 6, 2015

2015 Nobel Prize in Physics Awarded to Japanese and Canadian Scientists

The 2015 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to Takaaki Kajita and Arthur B. McDonald for their discovery that neutrinos have mass. This significant finding…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 6, 2015

Rohani's Government and the Environment

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated his government's commitment to environmental issues at the UN, claiming it prioritizes sustainable development amidst rising extremism. Critics argue that…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 6, 2015

The Extinction of Dinosaurs Due to Two Simultaneous Disasters

New research suggests that the extinction of dinosaurs was caused by the simultaneous impact of a massive asteroid and extensive volcanic eruptions in India. This…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 6, 2015
October 5, 2015

American General: Airstrike on Kunduz Was at the Request of Afghan Forces

An airstrike in Kunduz, Afghanistan, requested by Afghan forces to combat Taliban attacks, resulted in civilian casualties and has been labeled a 'war crime' by…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 5, 2015

International Monetary Fund Reports Potential Negative Growth and Rising Inflation in Iran

The IMF's latest report highlights the potential for negative growth and rising inflation in Iran, emphasizing the need for economic reforms to capitalize on the…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 5, 2015

Islamic State Blows Up Another Historical Monument in Palmyra

The Islamic State has destroyed the Arch of Triumph in Palmyra, Syria, adding to its previous destruction of significant temples. This ongoing destruction of cultural…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 5, 2015
October 3, 2015

UN Condemns Attack on Kunduz Hospital; Obama: We Will Investigate

The UN condemned an airstrike on a hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, that killed at least 19, likely conducted by US forces. President Obama promised a…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 3, 2015
October 2, 2015

Ben Carson: Syrian Refugees Should Be Banned from Entering America

Ben Carson, a Republican presidential candidate, called for a ban on Syrian refugees entering the U.S., citing concerns about jihadist infiltration. His remarks align with…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 2, 2015

Back on the Dangerous Path of Seeking Asylum? 'For My Children, Yes'

Iranian refugees, including Younes in Finland, are sharing their stories of political struggles and the potential need to seek asylum again for the sake of…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 2, 2015

Netanyahu Blames Abbas for the Death of Israeli Couple

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu blamed Palestinian leaders, particularly Mahmoud Abbas, for the murder of an Israeli couple in the West Bank, linking it to ongoing…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 2, 2015

Obama: Gun Ownership Laws in America Must Change

Barack Obama called for changes to gun ownership laws in the U.S. following a college shooting in Oregon that resulted in 10 deaths. He emphasized…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 2, 2015
October 1, 2015

Shooting at College in America Leaves at Least 10 Dead

A shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon, resulted in at least 10 deaths and 20 injuries. The shooter, identified as Chris Harper-Morse, was…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 1, 2015

Iran in the Global Scene of 'Competitiveness'

The World Economic Forum's annual report on global competitiveness shows Iran has improved its ranking to 74th among 144 countries, up from 83rd last year.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 1, 2015

The Separation of Humans from Chimpanzees Accompanied by Changes in Auditory Quality

Researchers are investigating the auditory capabilities of early humans, specifically Australopithecus africanus and Paranthropus, to understand whether they heard sounds more like modern humans or…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Oct 1, 2015
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