Iranian woman wins Fields Medal

An Iranian mathematician has become the first woman in the world to win the prestigious Fields Medal, also known as the “Nobel Prize of Mathematics.”

Protests Rage in US over Brown’s Death

Protest and unrest continue in the US state of Missouri over the shooting death of an unarmed black teenager by a police officer.

Iran determined in nuclear talks: President Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is determined in its nuclear talks and calls on the international community to seize the opportunity to secure a deal in that regard.

History in a Slaughterhouse Called Ossification

An Iranian jurist looks into the historical aspects of the assassination of a Muslim caliph.

Graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran renovated

Martyrs’ Foundation of the Islamic Revolution gives a face-lift to the graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran.

Rare Corsac Fox Caught on Camera

A 58th issue of Sarzamin-e Man (My Land) Monthly, out in August 2014, features a rare photo of Corsac Fox in Iran.

What Iran can do to halt the snowball of ISIL

With the Islamic State on the march in Iraq and Syria, Tehran can arguably play a more active role in stopping the advance of the terrorist grouping.

Israel suffered humiliating defeat: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has slammed the Israeli regime's military onslaught against Palestinians in Gaza, saying the Tel Aviv regime suffered a humiliating defeat in the besieged Palestinian territory.

No Plan for Russia’s Iran Oil Marketing

Iran’s Petroleum Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh has dismissed reports of an agreement with Russia to sell oil for Iran.

Official: China Willing to Invest in Qom’s Monorail, Airport Projects

Chinese companies are interested to invest in infrastructural projects in Iran's Qom province, specially monorail and airport construction, a senior Chinese official announced on Sunday.

Role of National Library in turning moderation to a discourse

A look at how effective a role the National Library of Iran plays in turning moderation into a discourse.

President Rouhani Orders Iran-140 Planes Grounded after Crash

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has ordered the grounding of the country’s Iran-140 passenger planes after Sunday’s deadly crash in Tehran.

Women and Jewelry; From Conservatism to Adventurism

Prominent Iranian sculptor Parviz Tanavoli has shared his thoughts on the relationship between women and jewelry.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack in Yemen

The Iranian Foreign Ministry deplored the recent terrorist attack in Yemen which killed a number of military forces in the country, and conveyed Tehran's condolences to the Yemeni government, nation and the bereaved families of the victims.

A closer look at Iran’s National Orchestra

A closer look at Iran’s National Orchestra through the eyes of a renowned composer.

An eight-year period unsuited for Iranian history

Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani issued a statement on his website on August 5, 2014 to mark the first anniversary of the rise to power of President Hassan Rouhani’s government of Prudence and Hope.

Houshang Seyhoun Looks at Evolution of Architecture in Iran

Houshang Seyhoun, a world-class expert, expounds on Iranian and Islamic architecture as well as on the composition of Tehran.

Sanctions are not to blame for a rise in unemployment

Economists blame wrong policies rather than sanctions for Iran’s unemployment crisis.

Iran among Three Global Handicrafts Hubs

Head of Iran's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) said the country, as one of the three global handicrafts hubs, holds world’s first rank in many handicrafts such as carpet-weaving, woodcarving, and wood inlaying.

Iran always stands by Palestine, Iraq, Syria: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says Muslim people in Gaza will achieve victory against the Israeli regime, adding Tehran will always stand by all oppressed nations, including Palestinians, Iraqis and Syrians.

Judiciary Chief: Zionists Committing War Crimes in Gaza

Iran's Judiciary Chief Sadeq Amoli Larijani blasted the Zionist regime for its atrocities against the Palestinian , and said the Israelis are committing war crimes in Gaza.

Zarif: Iran heart of region’s trade corridors

Iran’s Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is heart of the trade corridors of the region; could play a pivotal role in goods transit to Central Asia.

Opportunities and threats facing women’s employment in society

A city council official takes a closer look at women’s employment, opportunities and threats.

I want everyone to read my new book

Mehdi Mohsenian-Rad, an Iranian sociologist, says he wants everyone to read his new book on communications

Fuelling religious rifts amounts to political ignorance

Unity is what Muslims need most at this juncture and fuelling differences is tantamount to ignorance, former president Hashemi Rafsanjani says.

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