August 2023
Research Findings: Why Iran is Struggling with Severe Electricity and Gas Crisis?
Iran is facing a severe crisis in electricity and gas supply due to a combination of factors including reduced rainfall, lack of investment in renewable…
Roberto Mancini Becomes Head Coach of Saudi National Team for Four Years
Roberto Mancini has been appointed as the head coach of the Saudi national football team on a four-year contract worth 25 million euros annually. This…
A 30 Trillion Toman Market for VPNs; Iranians Use the Internet for 169 Minutes Daily
Iranians spent 30 trillion tomans on VPNs last year, with 80% using them to access social media. The increase in VPN usage reflects the government's…
Meeting of Three American Senators with Zelensky; Russian Combat Power Reduced by '50 Percent'
Three U.S. senators met with Ukrainian officials to discuss military support and the ongoing conflict with Russia, highlighting a significant reduction in Russian combat power.…
Weighing Renters; Renting Outpaces Household Growth
The number of renters in Iran is growing significantly faster than the overall household growth, with a reported 3.5% increase in renters leading to a…
Britney Spears After Separation from Sam Asghari: I Could No Longer Endure This Pain
Britney Spears announced her separation from Sam Asghari, expressing her inability to endure the pain of their relationship's end. Sam filed for divorce citing irreconcilable…
Sam Asghari Confirms Separation from Britney Spears: Wishing Her the Best
Sam Asghari has confirmed his separation from Britney Spears after 14 months of marriage, expressing love and respect for her. He filed for divorce citing…
US: Shahab Dalili is not classified as 'wrongfully detained' dual national; Patel: We are assessing the conditions of detainees
The US State Department clarified that Shahab Dalili is not classified as a 'wrongfully detained' dual national. Vedant Patel emphasized the ongoing assessment of detainee…
Revealing the Basic Goods Mafia; Food Security of 85 Million People in the Hands of Two Individuals
A parliamentary session revealed that the food security of 85 million Iranians is controlled by two individuals who monopolize the import of essential food inputs.…
The Dire Economic Situation and Rising Insecurity in the Country; Armed Theft of Cigarettes and Gum
Iran is experiencing a rise in petty thefts involving firearms, reflecting deepening economic issues and social unrest. Experts attribute these incidents to poverty, insecurity, and…
Over Twenty Million Americans Registered for 'Affordable Internet'
Over 20 million American households have registered for a federal program providing discounts on internet services to address the digital divide. This initiative highlights the…
Tehran: Prisoner Exchange with the U.S. Will Be Within the Framework of a 'Understanding'
Iran and the U.S. are negotiating a prisoner exchange, with five American dual nationals recently moved to house arrest in Tehran. The Iranian Foreign Ministry…
New Regulations Announced; Import Currency for Meat and Tea Increased
The Iranian Ministry of Industry has transferred meat and tea imports to a non-essential goods category, eliminating subsidized currency, which has led to soaring prices…
Ban on 'Barbie' in Some Islamic Countries; Art Enthusiasts Travel to Saudi Arabia to Watch the Film
The film 'Barbie' has been banned in Kuwait and Lebanon due to its perceived promotion of ideas contrary to societal values, leading art enthusiasts from…
Hollywood Writers Guild Says They Have Received a 'New Proposal' from Representatives of Major Studios
The Hollywood Writers Guild has received a new proposal from major studio representatives, signaling potential progress in their ongoing strike that has lasted over 100…
The Death Toll from Wildfires in Maui, Hawaii Reaches 53
Wildfires in Maui, Hawaii have resulted in at least 53 fatalities, with expectations for the death toll to rise. The historic city of Lahaina has…
Ecuadorian Presidential Candidate and 'Staunch Critic of Corruption' Shot Dead
Fernando Villavicencio, a presidential candidate in Ecuador known for his strong stance against corruption, was assassinated during a campaign event. The attack also injured several…
Central Bank Seeks to Eliminate Currency Exchange Association; Exchanges to Become Part of 'Exchange Center'
The Central Bank of Iran is moving to dissolve the Currency Exchange Association and integrate exchanges into a new system focused on gold and precious…
Hollywood Strike; Negotiations Between Writers Guild Representatives and Major Studios Ended Without Result
The Writers Guild of America and major studios met for negotiations regarding the ongoing Hollywood writers' strike but failed to reach an agreement. The strike,…
Russia Turns to Kazakh Users for Recruitment
Kazakh internet users are receiving ads offering over $5,000 to join the Russian army amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Despite Kazakhstan's traditional alliance with Russia,…
An Economics Professor: The Future Outlook is 'Unpleasant', We Face a 'Sub-Poverty' Class
Hosseyn Raghfar highlights the severe economic decline in Iran, with nearly 60% of the population living in poverty or close to it. The government is…
New Studies by the U.S. National Institutes of Health on Treating Chronic COVID Symptoms
The U.S. National Institutes of Health is launching studies to explore potential treatments for chronic COVID, affecting millions with symptoms like brain fog. With 24,000…