September 2024
Biden's Conversation with Governors of Two Storm-Hit States; Announcement of Trip to Affected Areas
President Biden discussed the aftermath of Hurricane Helen with governors from Georgia and North Carolina, announcing his upcoming visit to the affected areas. The storm…
Mahdi Mahmoudian Sentenced to Imprisonment for Reporting Bedbug Presence in Evin
Mahdi Mahmoudian has been sentenced to eight months in prison for reporting the presence of bedbugs in Evin prison, which he claims was a response…
Crisis Management in South Khorasan: 11 Trapped Miners in Tabas Should Be Considered 'Deceased'
The crisis management director in South Khorasan has declared that 11 miners trapped in the Tabas coal mine should be considered deceased, as recovery efforts…
Officially Confirmed: Vehicles Equipped with Chinese and Russian Software and Hardware Will Be Banned in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced plans to ban vehicles with Chinese and Russian software and hardware to protect national security. This measure is seen…
Shervin Hajipour, Creator of the Song 'Baraye', Announces Closure of His Legal Case
Shervin Hajipour announced the closure of his legal case related to his protest song 'Baraye', which had previously led to a prison sentence. His case's…
Israel's 'Extensive' Airstrikes on Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon; Opposition Leader Supports Attacks
Israel has launched extensive airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, with support from opposition leader Yair Lapid. The situation has escalated tensions in the region,…
Minister of Education Claims Unawareness of Partial Payments to Educators
The Iranian Minister of Education, Alireza Kazemi, claimed ignorance about the partial payment of educators' arrears, despite government announcements of such payments. The Ministry owes…
Iran Air Denies Tripling Domestic Flight Ticket Prices
Iran Air has denied reports of a threefold increase in domestic flight ticket prices, attributing price changes to class differences. The spokesperson confirmed significant price…
California Makes Addictive Social Media Use Illegal for Children
California has enacted a law prohibiting addictive social media use by children without parental consent, effective in 2027. Governor Gavin Newsom emphasizes the need to…
U.S. Secret Service Acknowledges Failure in First Assassination Attempt on Trump in Pennsylvania
The U.S. Secret Service has acknowledged a series of errors in its handling of a failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. The report…
Generation Z in Question is Unresponsive
Cafe Farda discusses various global and local news topics with a humorous approach, focusing on the disinterest of Generation Z in phone communication. The program…
Environmental Activist Sentenced to Prison; Youssef Farahdi-Babayi: Ruling Issued Without Opportunity for Defense
Youssef Farahdi-Babayi, an environmental activist, has been sentenced to one year in prison and a fine without a proper defense opportunity. He criticized the lack…
Third Mahsa Jina Amini Scholarship at Radio Free Europe
Radio Free Europe is launching the third Mahsa Jina Amini Scholarship to honor the memory of Mahsa Amini, whose death in custody led to national…
The Death Toll from Flooding in Central Europe Reaches 17
Central Europe is experiencing severe flooding, resulting in at least 17 deaths across Romania, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Austria. The situation has prompted evacuations…
Lab-Grown Coffee Sales Expand to Over 70 Cafés in the U.S.
Atomo's lab-grown coffee is now available in over 70 U.S. cafés, gaining popularity as traditional coffee prices soar due to climate change and deforestation issues.…
According to the Fire Department, 50% of Schools in Tehran are Unsafe
The Tehran Fire Department has revealed that 50% of schools in Tehran are unsafe, with no reported safety measures taken since last year. This alarming…
Revolution Court Sentences Ismail Gerami to One Year in Prison for 'Participation in Pensioners' Protests'
Ismail Gerami, a labor and pensioners' rights activist, has been sentenced to one year in prison for participating in pensioners' protests against the Iranian regime.…
Screening of 'Sister's Tale' at Toronto Film Festival; A Documentary about Women's Singing Dreams in Iran
Leila Amini's documentary 'Sister's Tale' premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, highlighting the struggles of her sister Nasrin, who dreams of singing in a country…
A Baloch Father Sets Himself on Fire Following His Child's Registration Denial in Zahedan; Education Ministry Spokesperson: 'We Do Not Deny the Issue'
A Baloch father attempted self-immolation in protest of his child's denied school registration in Zahedan, highlighting ongoing discrimination against Baloch students. The Education Ministry acknowledged…
Biden Announces Action to Lift Ukraine's Ban on Long-Range Weapons
President Biden announced that the U.S. is working on lifting the ban on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons against Russia, indicating a policy shift. This…
Member of Parliament's Oversight Committee in the Supreme Nursing Council: If the Current Trend Continues, We Will Be Forced to Import 'Inexperienced Nurses and Doctors'
A member of the Iranian Parliament has warned that if the current trend of nurse and doctor emigration continues, Iran will be forced to import…
Individuals Accused of Gang Rape of Iranian Refugee in Germany Identified as Iranian-Origin
Four Iranian-origin individuals have been arrested in Germany for the gang rape of a 30-year-old Iranian refugee, with indications of a potential political motive tied…
Thousands Protest the Appointment of Michel Barnier as Prime Minister of France
Thousands protested in France against the appointment of Michel Barnier as Prime Minister by Emmanuel Macron, accusing him of ignoring election results favoring the left.…
Security Forces Attempt to Arrest Hadith Najafi's Sister
Afsoun Najafi reported that security forces attempted to arrest her at her parents' home, showing her an arrest warrant and urging her to return to…
Less Gas, Fellow Countrymen
Cafe Farda is hosting its twelfth episode, focusing on humorous takes on news from Iran and globally, including cultural discussions and listener interactions. The program…
Michel Barnier Introduced as Prime Minister of France
Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier as France's new Prime Minister to resolve a political deadlock following inconclusive parliamentary elections. Barnier faces significant challenges in…
The US, UK, and EU Sign First International AI Treaty
The US, UK, and EU have finalized the first binding international treaty on artificial intelligence, aimed at addressing the risks of AI while promoting responsible…
WHO and Republic of Korea Strengthen Partnership in Global Health
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Republic of Korea held their second Strategic Dialogue in Seoul to strengthen their partnership in addressing global health…