June 2023
The Passing of Farimah Farjami; 'Mahmanir' Joins 'Mother', 'Jalaluddin', and 'Mohammad Ibrahim'
Farimah Farjami, a celebrated Iranian actress known for her role in 'Mother', passed away after a prolonged illness. Her contributions to Iranian cinema and television…
The United States Deploys Nuclear-Capable Bombers Over the Korean Peninsula
The U.S. has flown nuclear-capable bombers over the Korean Peninsula as a show of force against North Korea's nuclear ambitions. This follows North Korea's recent…
Canadian Wildfires Cause Smoky Air in Several U.S. Cities
Prolonged wildfires in Canada have led to hazardous air quality in several U.S. states, affecting nearly one-third of the population. Over 100 million residents have…
Two Iranian Women Invited to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited two Iranian artists, Zar Amir-Ebrahimi and Ansiyeh Maleki, to join its ranks. This reflects the…
Archaeologists Say Food Depicted on Wall of Pompeii Ruins Is Not Pizza
Archaeologists have clarified that a mural found in Pompeii, initially thought to depict pizza, actually shows focaccia with toppings. This finding highlights the historical timeline…
New Poll: Majority of Americans Support U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that 65% of Americans support military aid to Ukraine, reflecting a significant increase in public backing since May. The Biden…
Tensions in France After the Killing of a 17-Year-Old; Macron: His Death is Inexcusable
Tensions have erupted in France following the police shooting of a 17-year-old driver, Nael M, during a traffic check. President Macron condemned the incident as…
Olivia Chow Elected as First Chinese-Canadian Mayor
Olivia Chow has been elected as Toronto's first Chinese-Canadian mayor, promising to focus on accountability and affordability. She won with 37.2% of the vote, ahead…
One Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Employer of Janitor Who Ruined Two Decades of Scientific Achievement
A janitor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute unplugged a refrigerator containing critical scientific samples due to an annoying alarm, leading to a lawsuit against his employer…
Israeli Security Agencies Utilize Artificial Intelligence to Neutralize Threats
Ronon Bar, head of Israel's internal security agency, announced the incorporation of generative AI into their operations to identify and neutralize threats. This move highlights…
Elnaz Norouzi, Iranian Actress in Bollywood and Hollywood: We Must Be the Voice of Protesters Inside the Country
Elnaz Norouzi, an Iranian actress in Bollywood and Hollywood, emphasizes the importance of supporting Iranian protesters and expresses her solidarity with women and youth in…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson: Wagner Rebellion Was a 'New Moment' in Russia's War Against Ukraine
Matthew Miller, U.S. State Department spokesperson, highlighted the significance of the Wagner group's rebellion in Russia, marking it as a pivotal moment in the ongoing…
The Turkish Lira's Decline Accelerates Despite Interest Rate Increase
The Turkish lira has sharply declined, hitting a record low against the dollar after the Central Bank raised interest rates to 15%. This decline follows…
U.S. Secretary of State: Chaos in Russia May Last for Months
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that the chaos in Russia, stemming from the Wagner Group's challenge to Putin, could continue for months, affecting…
Return of Wagner Mercenaries to Bases; Italy: The 'Myth' of Russian Unity is Over
Wagner mercenaries ended their rebellion against Putin and are relocating to Belarus under a mediated agreement. This event has raised serious questions about Putin's control…
Initial Reactions of Islamic Republic Officials Following Wagner Group Armed Rebellion: An Internal Matter
Iranian officials have responded to the Wagner Group's armed rebellion in Russia by labeling it an internal issue and expressing support for Russian law. This…
Explosion of Two Fuel Tanks at Russian Military Facility; 100 Personnel Engaged in Firefighting
An explosion at a military facility in Voronezh, Russia, led to firefighting efforts involving over a hundred personnel. The incident is linked to the ongoing…
Wagner Commander: We Are Heading to Moscow; Russia is Drowning in Corruption and Deceit
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the commander of the Wagner mercenary group, has sent forces to Moscow to challenge the Russian military leadership, claiming to have taken control…
What Do We Know About the Wagner Group? The Most Serious Challenge to Putin's Long Reign
Yevgeny Prigozhin, commander of the Wagner Group, has declared a rebellion against Russia's military leadership, claiming control of Rostov-on-Don. Putin has labeled the actions as…
Russia in Crisis; Chechen Leader Issues Warning to Wagner Commander
Ramzan Kadyrov has pledged Chechen forces to suppress Yevgeny Prigozhin's rebellion against the Russian military. Prigozhin has accused Defense Minister Shoigu of betrayal, leading to…
Wagner Group Claims Control of Rostov; Putin Addresses the Nation
The Wagner Group, led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, has claimed control of Rostov, prompting a strong response from President Putin who accused him of treason. This…
Unrest in the Kremlin on Friday Night; Wagner Commander Accuses Defense Minister of Treason and Marches Toward Moscow
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the commander of the Wagner Group, has declared war on the Kremlin after accusing Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu of betrayal and causing the…
Crisis in Russia; Are Wagner Mercenaries Turning Their Weapons Against Russia?
The Wagner Group, led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, has turned against the Kremlin, calling for a revolt and threatening retaliation against Russian military leadership due to…
Will Hurd, former Congressman, announces candidacy for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 elections
Will Hurd, a former Congressman, has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the 2024 presidential election, joining a crowded field that includes Donald…
International Yoga Day at the United Nations; Indian Prime Minister Calls for 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated International Yoga Day at the UN, calling for global unity and cooperation. This event coincides with his diplomatic visit…
German Parliament Representative Calls Iran Tourism Promotion 'Irresponsible'
A German parliament representative criticized a tourism promotion for Iran by ZDF as irresponsible, citing the regime's use of hostage diplomacy. This comes amid ongoing…
World Bank: Countries Affected by Natural Disasters Should Temporarily Halt Debt Payments
The World Bank has proposed a temporary halt on debt repayments for countries affected by natural disasters during a summit in Paris attended by global…
Senior Christian Cleric and Hezbollah Critic: The Constitution Was 'Ruthlessly' Violated
Bishop Beshara Boutros Al-Rahi criticized Hezbollah for obstructing the election of a new president in Lebanon, claiming it violated the constitution. The failure to elect…
Raisi's Special Envoy: Taliban Agrees to Iran's Measurement of Helmand River Water Level
Iran's special envoy announced that the Taliban has agreed to allow an Iranian delegation to measure the Helmand River's water level, amid ongoing negotiations about…
Challenges for 'Spider-Man' in the Middle East; UAE to Not Screen New Animation
The UAE has decided not to screen the new Spider-Man animation due to its transgender themes, sparking controversy in the region. Major cinema chains in…
Nazila Maroufian Fired Due to Her Account of 'Special Forces Encounter' from Her Workplace
Nazila Maroufian, a journalist previously imprisoned for interviewing Mahsa Amini's father, was fired from her new newspaper job after revealing her experience of harassment by…
Sit-in at Art University Against Mandatory Hijab; 'Security Chief' Attacked Students
Students at the Art University protested against the mandatory hijab, leading to a violent confrontation with the university's security chief. The situation escalated with reports…
Russia Delivers Tactical Nuclear Weapons to Belarus
Belarus is receiving tactical nuclear weapons from Russia, as stated by President Lukashenko. The U.S. has criticized this move but will not alter its strategic…
Lava Flow from Mayon Volcano Forces Residents to Evacuate
The Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has erupted, prompting the evacuation of nearly 15,000 residents due to the threat of lava flows and ash clouds.…
The U.S. Calls for International Cooperation to Combat the 'Global Problem' of Child Labor
The U.S. has called for international cooperation to combat child labor, highlighting the alarming statistic of 80 million children engaged in hazardous work. This initiative…
Silvio Berlusconi, Former Prime Minister of Italy, Passes Away at 86
Silvio Berlusconi, the former Prime Minister of Italy, died at 86 due to leukemia and a lung infection. He was a significant figure in Italian…
PEN America Calls for Immediate Release of Iranian Cartoonist Atena Farghadani
PEN America has condemned the arrest of Iranian cartoonist Atena Farghadani and called for her immediate release following her detention for a satirical cartoon. The…
Ukraine Claims Advance in Bakhmut Frontline
The Ukrainian army has reported an advance of up to 1400 meters near Bakhmut, challenging Russia's claims of full control over the area. This development…
Scientists Document the Effects of Space Travel on the Human Brain
A new NASA-funded study reveals that astronauts on missions of at least six months experience significant expansion of their brain ventricles due to microgravity. This…
Sudan Designates UN Envoy as 'Unwelcome Element'
Sudan's Foreign Ministry has declared the UN envoy an 'unwelcome element' following accusations of bias from army leader General Burhan. This comes amid ongoing violent…
Destruction of Dam in Ukraine; 600 Square Kilometers of Kherson Region Submerged
The Kakhovka Dam in southern Ukraine has been destroyed, leading to severe flooding that has submerged 600 square kilometers in the Kherson region and forced…
Clashes in Ramallah Leave 35 Injured
Clashes in Ramallah resulted in at least 35 injuries following an Israeli raid aimed at demolishing the home of a Palestinian accused of a bombing.…
New Research: Ancient Relatives of Humans Likely Buried Their Dead
New research suggests that Homo naledi, an ancient human relative, may have engaged in burial practices and cave art, indicating complex behaviors previously attributed only…
Prison Official Prevents 10 Political Prisoners from Meeting Their Families
Colonel Mahmoudi, the head of Ward 4 in Evin Prison, has unlawfully prevented over ten political prisoners from meeting their families, leading to protests among…
Tightening Insurance Regulations for Ships Operating Under UAE Flag
The UAE is tightening insurance regulations for ships under its flag due to concerns over oil spills from inadequately insured vessels. This move comes amid…
Poisoning of Girls This Time in Afghanistan; 60 Students Hospitalized
Around 60 Afghan girls were poisoned at a school in Sar-e Pol province, leading to hospitalization. This incident follows the Taliban's ban on most teenage…
Pressure on Nahid Shirpich, mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, in Zanjan Prison: Phone and visitation rights cut
Nahid Shirpich, the mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, has been denied phone and visitation rights while imprisoned in Zanjan for protesting against the Iranian authorities. She…
Prigozhin: Factions in the Kremlin Are Trying to Destroy the Russian Government
Yevgeny Prigozhin accused factions within the Kremlin of trying to undermine the Russian government by creating discord between him and Chechen forces. He claimed that…
Russia Bans Journalists from 'Unfriendly Countries' from International Economic Forum
Russia has banned journalists from 'unfriendly countries' from attending the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, scheduled for June 14-17. This decision reflects ongoing tensions between…
UAE Has Not Released 12 Human Rights Activists 'After Their Sentences Ended'
The UN has reported that the UAE is arbitrarily detaining 12 human rights activists whose sentences have ended, amidst broader concerns about human rights violations…
Amnesty International: Drug-related Executions in Iran Have Tripled
Amnesty International reports that drug-related executions in Iran have tripled this year, with 173 executions since January. The organization criticizes the lack of fair trials…
Russia's Attack on Kyiv on Children's Day; A Child and Her Mother Killed
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv resulted in the deaths of a child and her mother, coinciding with Children's Day celebrations in Ukraine, which were subsequently…
Navid Negahban and Elnaz Norouzi Discuss Their Experience in the Action Film 'Kandahar' with Voice of America
The film 'Kandahar,' featuring Gerard Butler and Iranian actors Navid Negahban and Elnaz Norouzi, has begun screening in the U.S. The film portrays the story…