May 2018
Is God 'Just'?
The article discusses the concept of divine justice as presented in Abrahamic religions, particularly Islam, through a dialogue between two scholars, Soroush Dabagh and Zohair…
Donald Trump Pardons Conservative Critic Dinesh D'Souza
Donald Trump pardoned conservative filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza, who was convicted of campaign finance violations. This action has drawn criticism as it appears to send a…
The Secret of Nasser Malek-Motiei's Decades of Popularity
Nasser Malek-Motiei, a legendary actor of pre-revolutionary Iranian cinema, passed away recently, sparking renewed interest in his contributions to the film industry. His portrayal of…
Meeting with Mohammad Ali Mansouri
Mohammad Ali Mansouri has been imprisoned for 11 years on charges related to his support for the People's Mujahedin of Iran, despite claims from his…
Warning About the Situation of Two Million People in Idlib, Syria
The UN warns that over two million people in Idlib, Syria, are facing a critical humanitarian crisis due to ongoing conflicts and airstrikes. Mark Lowcock,…
Another Kolbar Killed in Kurdistan
A shooting by security forces in Kurdistan resulted in the death of a Kolbar and injuries to several others. Kolbars are individuals who transport goods…
Emmanuel Macron Grants French Citizenship to Migrant 'Hero'
Emmanuel Macron awarded French citizenship to Mamoudou Gassama, a migrant from Mali who heroically saved a child from a building. This act of bravery has…
Italian President Introduces Economist as Interim Prime Minister
Italian President Sergio Mattarella appointed Carlo Cottarelli as interim Prime Minister to prepare for early elections after a failed coalition attempt. This move has caused…
Member of Parliament: Daily Tobacco Consumption in Iran is 30 Billion Tomans
A member of Iran's parliament revealed that daily tobacco consumption costs the country 30 billion tomans, with alarming increases in usage among girls and adolescents.…
Six Airbus Helicopters Join Iran's Air Fleet
Iran has added six new Airbus air ambulance helicopters to its emergency fleet, which will significantly reduce rescue times in crowded cities. The Minister of…
Efforts to Form a Government in Italy Fail
Efforts to form a government in Italy have failed after President Sergio Mattarella rejected the proposed candidate for the Ministry of Economy, increasing the likelihood…
Visit of Several American Officials to North Korea to Prepare for Possible Meeting of the Two Countries' Leaders
Several U.S. officials have traveled to North Korea to prepare for a potential meeting between Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump, despite previous cancellations. This…
Writers' Association: Friday's Raid Indicates Intensification of Government Repressive Actions
The Iranian Writers' Association condemned a security raid that disrupted their 50th anniversary celebration in Tehran, calling it a violation of basic rights. They urged…
Real Madrid Wins European Championship for the Thirteenth Time
Real Madrid defeated Liverpool 3-1 to win the UEFA Champions League for the thirteenth time. Key moments included Mohamed Salah's injury and a series of…
Rescue of Five Iranian Migrants in Waters Between France and Britain
Five Iranian migrants were rescued from a sinking inflatable boat in the English Channel while trying to reach Britain. The rescue highlights the dangers faced…
Supporters of Abortion Rights Win in Irish Referendum
In a recent referendum, nearly 70% of Irish voters supported ending the ban on abortion, marking a significant shift in public opinion away from traditional…
Nasser Malek-Motiei Passed Away
Nasser Malek-Motiei, a prominent Iranian actor, passed away after a long illness. His death has sparked reflections on his unfulfilled dreams in cinema and the…
Harvey Weinstein Released on One Million Dollar Bail
Harvey Weinstein, a prominent Hollywood producer, has been released on a one million dollar bail after facing rape charges in New York. He has denied…
Trump: There is still a possibility of meeting with North Korean leader
Donald Trump has indicated that a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may still occur despite a previous cancellation. Both sides express a…
UN Urges Saudi Arabia and Its Allies to Facilitate Imports to Yemen
The UN has called on Saudi Arabia and its allies to ease restrictions on imports to Yemen, warning of an impending famine affecting millions. The…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Hashtag Regime Change!
The article discusses the weekly radio show 'Paradox' hosted by Kambez Hosseini, focusing on various political topics in Iran, including regime change. The show aims…
Pompeo: The Meeting Between Trump and Kim Depends on the North Korean Leader
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expressed hope for the upcoming summit between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, but emphasized that…
Nabih Berri Re-elected as Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament Without Any Rival
Nabih Berri has been re-elected as the Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament for another four years without any opposition. His continued leadership is significant as…
Philip Roth, American Writer, Passes Away
Philip Roth, a prominent American writer known for his exploration of the Jewish-American experience, passed away at 85 in New York due to heart failure.…
At least 30 killed in ISIS attack on army and Assad supporters in Palmyra
An ISIS attack near Palmyra resulted in at least 30 fatalities among Syrian army forces and pro-Assad militias, including Iranian citizens. This incident highlights the…
Identification of 10 Cases of Congo Fever in Iran in 2018
Iran has reported 10 cases of Crimean-Congo fever this year, with one death. The disease typically peaks during the spring birthing season of livestock, raising…
Foreign Journalists Enter North Korea to Report on the Closure of Nuclear Site
Foreign journalists have entered North Korea to report on the closure of a nuclear testing site, following an announcement by Kim Jong Un that the…
Gholamreza Hosseini, Former Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia, Passes Away
Gholamreza Hosseini, a significant figure in Iran's post-revolutionary history and former Friday prayer leader of Urmia, has died at the age of 96. He was…
China: Washington and Beijing Agree to Avoid Trade War
China and the U.S. have reached an agreement to avoid a trade war and prevent new tariffs, with China promising to significantly increase imports from…
United Nations Condemns Deadly Attack on Jalalabad Stadium in Afghanistan
The UN condemned a deadly bombing at a stadium in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, during a cricket match, resulting in at least eight deaths and 55 injuries.…
Wedding Ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II's Grandson with an American Actress
Prince Harry married American actress Meghan Markle in a ceremony at Windsor Castle, watched by millions worldwide. The event broke royal traditions and highlighted the…
A passenger plane with 113 occupants crashed in Cuba
A Boeing 737 passenger plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Havana, Cuba, with 113 people on board. The crash site is about 20 kilometers south…
Shooting at a High School in Santa Fe, Texas Leaves 10 Dead
A shooting at a high school in Santa Fe, Texas, resulted in 10 deaths, primarily among students. The shooter and an accomplice have been apprehended,…
Times: Britain to Increase Its Forces in Afghanistan
The UK is likely to increase its military presence in Afghanistan by sending an additional 400 troops following a request from the U.S. President. This…
Trump Responds to European Council President's Remarks: They Can Call Me Whatever They Want
Donald Trump responded to European Council President Donald Tusk's criticism of his administration's recent decisions, asserting that Europe has treated the U.S. poorly in trade.…
WHO Warns of Urban Ebola Outbreak in Congo
The WHO has raised the alert level for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 'high' after confirming a death in the urban…
Ayatollah Khamenei and the Responsibility of the Nuclear Gamble
Ayatollah Khamenei addresses the consequences of Iran's nuclear negotiations and the JCPOA, attributing responsibility for failures to high-ranking officials rather than himself. He acknowledges that…
Putin in Meeting with Assad: Foreign Military Forces Will Leave Syria with the Start of Political Process
Vladimir Putin and Bashar Assad discussed the potential for a political process in Syria that could lead to the withdrawal of foreign military forces. This…
Gina Haspel Confirmed as Head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate
Gina Haspel has been confirmed as the head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate despite opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans. Her confirmation…
Father's Permission for Marriage: Does Islam Consider Women Lacking Decision-Making Logic?
The article discusses the requirement for women in Iran to obtain their father's permission to marry, questioning whether this reflects a belief in women's lack…
Anwar Ibrahim, former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, released from prison
Anwar Ibrahim, former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, was released from prison after receiving a royal pardon. He expressed gratitude to the Malaysian people for…
Meeting with Sam Rajabi
Sam Rajabi, a 36-year-old environmental activist, is imprisoned despite his family's claims that he has never engaged in political activities. His mother has had no…
Catalonia Parliament Elects a Hardline Separatist as Head of Local Government
The Catalonia Parliament elected Kim Torra, a hardline separatist, as the head of the local government, ending seven months of direct Spanish rule. This election…
The US Embassy in Jerusalem Officially Opens
The US is officially opening its embassy in Jerusalem on May 13, a decision by President Trump that has sparked both praise from Israel and…
Preliminary Results of Iraq Elections Indicate 'Lead' for Haider al-Abadi's List
Preliminary results from Iraq's parliamentary elections show Haider al-Abadi's list leading, with Muqtada al-Sadr's list in second place. This election marks the first since the…
Suicide Attacks by a Family in Indonesia Leave 13 Dead
A family in Indonesia, including parents and their children, carried out suicide bombings at three churches in Surabaya, resulting in at least 13 deaths and…
Parastoo Farahvar Denies Statements by the Minister of Intelligence
Parastoo Farahvar, the daughter of victims of political murders in Iran, has denied claims made by the Minister of Intelligence regarding her recent legal troubles.…
Former Malaysian Prime Minister and His Wife Banned from Leaving the Country
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak and his wife have been banned from leaving the country amid fears he might flee prosecution following his coalition's…
Iraq's First Election After the Declaration of 'ISIS Defeat' Held
Iraq held its first national elections since declaring victory over ISIS, with around 7,000 candidates vying for 329 parliamentary seats. The results are expected within…
U.S. Secretary of State: North Korea Should Accept Nuclear Disarmament, We Will Help Its Economy
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that the U.S. is willing to assist North Korea economically if it agrees to nuclear disarmament. This statement…
One killed and dozens injured in the seventh protest demonstration of Gaza residents
In Gaza, protests continue against Israeli policies, resulting in one death and many injuries. The protests, which began on Land Day, are set to continue…
Leaders of the U.S. and North Korea to Meet in Singapore on June 12
U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un are scheduled to meet in Singapore on June 12 to discuss peace efforts, following a…
Is Calling Children Born Out of Wedlock 'Illegitimate' Unethical?
The article discusses the ethical implications of labeling children born out of wedlock as 'illegitimate' in Iranian society. It features a debate between sociologist Hossein…
Donald Trump Welcomes Freed Citizens from North Korean Prisons
Donald Trump welcomed three Korean-American citizens who were freed from North Korean prisons after a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and North…
Opposition Ends Six Decades of Rule by the Governing Coalition in Malaysia
The opposition in Malaysia has ended over six decades of rule by the governing coalition, led by 92-year-old Mahathir Mohamad, who previously held power. The…
CIA Nominee: I Will Not Use 'Enhanced Interrogation' Techniques
Gina Haspel, the acting head of the CIA, stated she would not use enhanced interrogation techniques if confirmed as director, despite her controversial past involving…
Orhan Pamuk in Iran
Orhan Pamuk, the Nobel Prize-winning Turkish author, has visited Iran for the second time, coinciding with the Tehran International Book Fair. He expressed his affection…
Oliver North, a defendant in the Iran-Contra case, elected as President of the National Rifle Association
Oliver North, a controversial figure from the Iran-Contra affair, has been elected as the new president of the NRA. His appointment comes amid rising protests…
Opposition Leader of Armenia Elected as Prime Minister
Nikol Pashinyan has been elected as Armenia's new Prime Minister following widespread protests that led to the resignation of Serge Sargsyan. His election marks a…
Five Habits to Increase Longevity
A Harvard study reveals that adopting five healthy habits can significantly increase life expectancy in adults, with men gaining up to 12 years and women…
Second Case of Rape and Burning of a Teenage Girl in Jharkhand, India
A second case of a teenage girl being raped and burned in Jharkhand, India, has raised serious concerns about the handling of sexual violence in…
AFC Champions League: Persepolis Defeated in the UAE
Persepolis lost 3-2 to Al-Jazira in the AFC Champions League, despite leading at halftime. The match featured a dramatic penalty and a last-minute winning goal…
Significant Increase in Computer Prices in Iran
The Iranian computer market is facing significant price increases due to currency fluctuations, with laptop prices rising by 8% to 12%. Importers are struggling with…
Counting of Votes Begins in Lebanese Parliamentary Elections
The counting of votes has begun in Lebanon's parliamentary elections, the first in nine years, featuring around 600 candidates from various parties. The elections are…
Israeli Army Kills Three Near Gaza Border Fence
The Israeli army killed three Palestinians near the Gaza border, claiming they posed a security threat. This incident follows the deaths of six Hamas members…
Dollar and Euro Prices Rise in Iran's Free Market; Gold Coin Exceeds Two Million Tomans
The prices of the US dollar and euro in Iran's free market have surged, with the dollar reaching 6,300 tomans and the euro 7,500 tomans…
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested in Various Cities of Russia During Anti-Putin Demonstrations
Protests against Vladimir Putin's upcoming inauguration have erupted across Russia, led by supporters of Alexei Navalny, resulting in hundreds of arrests. The demonstrations, occurring in…
Arrest of Five Suspects Linked to ISIS Attack Planning Group in Russia
The FSB has arrested five suspects in Yaroslavl, Russia, linked to an ISIS attack planning group, seizing weapons and explosives. This comes as Russia ramps…
Paradox with Kambeiz Hosseini - Who is Wearing the Coat in the Country Now?
The article announces the weekly broadcast of the program 'Paradox' hosted by Kambeiz Hosseini on Radio Farda, highlighting its timing and the involvement of other…
Carbon Dioxide Concentration in Earth's Atmosphere Reaches New Record
The concentration of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has reached a new high of 410 ppm, primarily due to fossil fuel use, raising concerns…
Volcanic Lava in Hawaii Overflowed into Residential Areas
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupted, causing mandatory evacuations for approximately 1,700 residents due to lava flow and hazardous gases. The U.S. Geological Survey has…
Migration: Nasser Cheshmazar, Creator of 'Rain of Love'
Nasser Cheshmazar, a prominent Iranian composer, passed away at 67, reflecting on his lack of an archive of his works and his contributions to Iranian…
Following Sexual Scandals, Nobel Prize in Literature Postponed to Next Year
The Swedish Academy has postponed the 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature to next year due to a decline in public trust following sexual assault allegations…
90 Percent of the World's Population Breathes Polluted Air
The World Health Organization reports that 90% of the global population breathes polluted air, with India having the highest number of polluted cities. This issue…
US Emphasizes Commitment to Complete Destruction of North Korean Weapons of Mass Destruction
The US Secretary of State has reiterated America's commitment to the complete destruction of North Korea's weapons of mass destruction as negotiations for denuclearization progress.…
Microsoft's Efforts to Make Windows More Efficient
Microsoft has released a significant update for Windows 10, introducing features like Timeline and dictation to enhance user experience amid declining user numbers. The update…
U.S. Military Plane Crash in Georgia Leaves Five Dead
A U.S. military C-130 plane crashed in Georgia, killing five National Guard members from Puerto Rico. The cause of the crash is still unknown, and…
Opening of a Café in Tehran with Employees Having Autism and Down Syndrome
A café named 'Dantism' has opened in Tehran, staffed by individuals with autism and Down syndrome, marking a significant step in integrating these individuals into…
Nationwide Protests and Strikes in Armenia; Main Roads Blocked
Nikol Pashinyan, the opposition leader in Armenia, has called for nationwide protests and strikes after failing to secure enough votes to become Prime Minister. The…
High-Rise Building Collapses in Downtown Sao Paulo Due to Fire
An abandoned high-rise in Sao Paulo, Brazil, caught fire and collapsed, resulting in at least one death and potentially more casualties. The building had been…