Friday, March 29, 2024

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Iran’s Lake Urmia, a Good Lesson for Australian Youth to Value Water

The shrinking Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran has become a subject of geography book in Australian high schools to discuss the issue of water transfer and its harmful consequences.

World’s Second Oldest Living Man Is a 135-Year-Old Iranian

An Iranian man living in the Western city of Saqqez is reportedly the second oldest living person in the world.

Iran Urges Global Action against Water Crisis

Iran’s Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations Gholam Hossein Dehqani called for global cooperation to tackle various water-related challenges facing the world today.

Two Saudi Women Sentenced to 20 Lashes for Using ‘Obscene Words’ on WhatsApp

Two Saudi women were sentenced to 10 days in prison and 20 lashes for using "impermissible expressions" in their WhatsApp conversation.

Young Cleric Saves Animals’ Lives

A young Iranian cleric, who once became famous for donating his kidney to a kid, is also member of an animal protection group who feeds and rescues stray animals.

Iran to Use Ancient Remedy for Its Water Crisis

Iran says it is working on a project to look for water from underground resources – what could take the country back to ancient times when the inhabitants dug deep wells to answer water shortages.

300 Churches in Iran Gearing Up for Christmas

While most of the Middle East is gripped with turmoil, terrorist attacks or displacement of both Muslim and non-Muslim residents due to military conflicts, Iranian Christians are smoothly making preparations for Christmas in over 300 churches across the country.

Tehran Finally Breathes Clean Air after Days of Severe Air Pollution

Breathing fresh air had turned to a distant dream for the people of Tehran during the past polluted days, but the capital city’s air became clean once again thanks to the recent rain and snowfall.

Gathering of 20 Million Pilgrims in 100 Frames

Over 20 million pilgrims, mainly Shiite Muslims, descended on the Iraqi holy city of Karbala for Arbaeen, the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

Global Campaign Introducing Imam Hussein to the World

“Who is Hussain” is a global campaign to introduce Imam Hussain (AS), the third Shiite Imam, to the world.

Saudi Newspaper Provokes Anger after Insulting Iraqi Women

A Saudi newspaper caused uproar in the Muslim world on Sunday after publishing a fabricated report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) viewed as fuelling sectarian tensions.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firms to Attend Aeromart Toulouse

Iran intends to provide knowledge-based firms with facilities to attend Aeromart Toulouse 2016 due to be held in France.

Iranian Referees Honored after A Landmark Year

The men’s trio from the Islamic Republic of Iran - Alireza Faghani as well as assistant referees Reza Sokhandan and Mohammad Reza Mansouri – received awards for their outstanding performances.

ISIS’ Atrocities Bring Shiite and Sunni Muslims in Iraq Closer to Each Other!

The heinous crimes committed by the ISIS terrorist group have brought Muslim people closer to each other.

Women’s Safety Conference to Be Held in Iran

"Women's Safety, Global Peace, and Prosperity" Conference is scheduled to be held in northeastern Iranian city of Mashhad next week.

Muslims Converge on Iraq’s Karbala for Arbaeen Mourning Procession

Shiite Muslims from all around the world have descended on the holy city of Karbala in Iraq for Arbaeen, the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

World Media Criticised for Silence on Huge Arbaeen Processions

Many social media users in Iran have been sharing a message that criticizes the world’s ‘neutral outlets’ over their silence about the huge Muslim processions to mark the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom, known as Arbaeen.

Firefighters Save a Cat Trapped under 20 Tons of Steel (+Video)

A poor cat trapped under tons of girders was saved by Iranian firefighters in the northeastern city of Mashhad.

Belarussian President Sparks Controversy after Kissing Muslims’ Holy Book

The Orthodox President of Belarus provoked serious criticism after kissing the Holy Quran in a ceremony in Minsk.

Iran’s Nejad Katesari Wins Gold at World Taekwondo Junior Championships

Iranian Mobina Nejad Katesari seized a gold medal on Day 1 of the 2016 WTF World Taekwondo Junior Championships.

Over 1.9 Million Pilgrims Have Arrived in Iraq from Iran

According to official statistics, nearly 2 million pilgrims have crossed Iran-Iraq border crossings to visit the Iraqi holy city of Karbala on Arbaeen, the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

Iranian Athlete Struggles to Become a Champion Once Again

Sara Abdolmaleki, a former champion in women’s rugby, was seriously injured in a car crash in early 2016, but she wants to rejoin professional sports in the near future.

Iran’s Faghani Nominated for Globe Soccer Awards

Iranian referee Alireza Faghani has been named among the nominees for the 2016 Globe Soccer Awards referee of the year.

How Reading Can Resolve Issue of Air Pollution

An Iranian filmmaker says the ongoing air pollution in big cities of Iran could be avoided if people and officials read more books.

Iran Raps Israeli Regime for Banning Use of Speakers for Adhan

Iran’s Foreign Ministry took a swipe at the Tel Aviv regime for banning Muslims from using loudspeakers or public address systems for playing Adhan -an Islamic call summoning worshippers to say prayers- describing the decision as part of Israel’s anti-human and racist policies.

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