May 2024
Counting Votes in South African Elections; African National Congress Losing Parliamentary Majority
The African National Congress is losing its parliamentary majority in South Africa for the first time in 30 years, with current counts showing it at…
Exclusive; Mohammad Rasoulof: The Islamic Republic is in the minority, the people of Iran want freedom and democracy
Mohammad Rasoulof, an acclaimed Iranian filmmaker, discusses the current state of the Islamic Republic, claiming it is a minority against the majority of Iranians who…
After Thirteen Years, an American Filmmaker Wins the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
Sean Baker won the Palme d'Or for his film "Anora" at the Cannes Film Festival, marking the first win for an American filmmaker in thirteen…
Europa League Final: Atalanta Triumphs, Bayer Leverkusen Defeated
Atalanta won the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen with a score of 3-0, marking their first European title. The victory ended Leverkusen's impressive unbeaten…
Francis Ford Coppola Says He Didn't Expect 'Megalopolis' to Align So Closely with Current Events
Francis Ford Coppola expressed surprise that his film 'Megalopolis', which explores themes of political decline, resonates with current American political issues. The film premiered at…
The Creators of the Film 'Guest' Awarded the 'Nice' Festival Prize to Nika Shakeri and Her Generation
The film 'Guest' directed by Mohammad Ravandi won the Best Screenplay award at the Nice International Film Festival, which was dedicated to Nika Shakeri and…
Who Was Alice Munro, the 'Queen of Short Stories'?
Alice Munro, the acclaimed Canadian author known as the 'Queen of Short Stories,' passed away at 92. She was celebrated for her insightful exploration of…
Slovak Defense Minister: Robert Fico's Life is No Longer in Danger
Robert Fico, the Prime Minister of Slovakia, was injured in a shooting incident but is no longer in danger. The assailant, a 71-year-old writer, acted…
Alice Munro, Canadian Nobel Prize-winning author, passed away at 92
Alice Munro, the acclaimed Canadian author and Nobel Prize winner, has passed away at the age of 92. Known for her profound short stories that…
Simultaneous Decrease in Discrimination and Increase in Violence Against Sexual and Gender Minorities in Europe
A new survey shows that while sexual and gender minorities in the EU feel less discrimination than before, they are facing increased violence. The report…
Kimia Alizadeh Becomes European Champion; Iranian Refugee Taekwondo Player Shines Under Bulgarian Flag
Kimia Alizadeh, a former Iranian taekwondo champion, won the European Championship under the Bulgarian flag shortly after obtaining citizenship. Her success highlights the challenges faced…
Kimia Alizadeh Wins European Taekwondo Championship
Kimia Alizadeh has won the gold medal in the European Taekwondo Championship, marking a significant achievement as she prepares for the 2024 Olympics. This victory…
Roger Corman, Renowned and Influential American Filmmaker, Passes Away at 98
Roger Corman, a legendary figure in American cinema known for his low-budget films and nurturing of future filmmakers, has passed away at 98. His contributions…
Chahaltan: Tehran Book Fair Has Nothing to Do with Independent Writers
Amir Hassan Chahaltan, a prominent Iranian writer, has criticized the Tehran International Book Fair for being irrelevant to independent writers and has chosen not to…
Ukrainian Female Gymnast Carries Olympic Torch Supported by a Team of European Athletes
Ukrainian gymnast Maria Visuchanska led a group of European athletes in carrying the Olympic torch in Marseille, marking the start of an 11-week journey to…
The 8-Year Prison Sentence of Mohammad Rasoulof, Government-Critical Filmmaker, Confirmed by Appeals Court
Mohammad Rasoulof, a prominent Iranian filmmaker critical of the government, has had his 8-year prison sentence confirmed by an appeals court, primarily due to his…
The Play '4211 Kilometers' Directed by Ayla Navidi Wins Two Molière Awards in France
The play '4211 Kilometers' by Ayla Navidi has won two prestigious Molière Awards in France, highlighting the story of an Iranian couple who become refugees.…