Science minister fails to win vote of confidence in parliament

Minister of science, research and technology Reza Faraji-Dana fails to re-win a vote of confidence from parliament deputies.

Inflation to slip below 20 percent by March 2015

President Rouhani says his government is determined to fulfill its promise to shore up the economy and cling to the rights of the Iranian people.

No nuclear deal with P5+1 unless UNSC bans lifted: Iran FM

The Iranian top diplomat says no agreement will go into effect unless P5+1 fulfill their obligation to lift sanctions against Tehran.

Iranian national soccer team captain Javad Nekounam summoned to court

Nekounam has three days to appear in court to answer questions about the libel charge brought against him by his former coach.

Hardliners denigrating a representative gov’t that enjoys the leader’s support

Rafsanjani lashes out at extremists who denigrate a representative government that enjoys the leader’s support.

Renowned Iranian poetess Simin Behbahani passes away

Famous Iranian poet Simin Behbahani died after a battle with coronary and respiratory ailment.

Does Japan return to militarism as China’s power grows?

A look at the bumpy road the Japanese premier has ahead in what some suspect is a plan to return to militarism.

Iran missile capability not negotiable at all: Rouhani

President Rouhani tells the IAEA chief Iran’s missile capability is not negotiable.

Iran’s non-oil exports up 21 percent

The Trade Development Organization says the country’s non-oil exports have posted double-digit growth.

Iran’s foreign debts down 9.7 percent

Iran’s foreign debts decline almost 10 percent in a year.

Iranian scientists build biological nano-sensor for early cancer diagnosis

The new cancer-diagnosis sensor developed by Haniyeh Fayazfar is simple, inexpensive and highly sensitive.

Iranian researcher uses ear for identification at airports, border crossings

Mina Shahriari says the new ear identification technique is precise and easy to use.

Enhancement of Iran, Italy Economic Ties Discussed

Senior Iranian and Italian trade officials explored new avenues for paving the way for the promotion of cooperation in various fields, specially in agricultural and railway sectors.

Limited public services for illiterates aged 10-49

Illiterates aged 10 to 49 will receive limited public services in the future, says the country’s literacy chief.

China Plans to Invest in Tabriz Tram Project

Chinese companies plan to invest in a Tram project to be constructed in the Northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz, a senior Chinese official announced on Sunday.

Zionist Regime, ISIL Allies

Syria’s ambassador to the UN says the Zionist reigme allows the free flow of weapons and ISIL terrorists into the occupied Golan Heights and then into the rest of Syria.

Gaza death toll nears 2,000

The Palestinian death figure from more than a month of violence in Gaza has risen to 1,980 as a fragile truce persists between the two sides.

Iran Plans to Turn Jask Port into 2nd Oil Hub

The President says his government plans to turn a port in the south into an oil hub.

Iranian scientist’s graphite sponge converts solar energy into steam

An Iranian researcher at MIT develops an inexpensive material which can be used in desalination, hygiene systems, and sterilization.

Iran develops smart surgical drill

Iranian researcher Peyman Dehqani develops a smart surgical drill that helps prevent the side-effects of knee and hip joint replacement surgeries.

Researcher claims Noah has been laid to rest in Nahavand, Iran

Dr. Afrasiabpour says he has compelling evidence that the grave of Noah is located in Nahavand, western Iran.

Black Sun wishes the world an ocean of peace and a mountain of wealth

Members of Iranian Black Sun band explain what prompted them to sing anti-war songs.

60 Years of Pilgrimage Visits to Saint Thaddeus Monastery, Iran

Up to 7,000 Christians get together for the 60th anniversary of regular yearly visits to Saint Thaddeus Monastery or Ghara Kelisa in northwestern Iran.

Iran extols Maliki for efforts to bolster unity in Iraq

Iran has praised Iraq’s outgoing Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki for his efforts to restore unity to war-stricken Iraq.

Early Iran-P5+1 nuclear deal unlikely: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says it is unlikely that Tehran and the P5+1 will reach a final nuclear deal before the four-month extension period for talks between the two sides expires.

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