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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.

Muslims Converge on Karbala for Mourning Procession

Defying terrorists, Muslims from many regional countries and beyond continue to descend on the holy city of Karbala in Iraq for the culmination of a 40-day mourning period for an infallible Shia imam.

Space Should Be Part of Our Daily Lives: Iranian Official

An Iranian space official says brining the space into people`s daily lives is an important priority for Iran`s National Space Agency.

11 Islamic Countries to Attend Iranian Research and Technology Exhibition

According to an Iranian official, the representatives of 11 Islamic countries will participate in a research and technology exhibition due to be held in Iran’s Gilan Province.

Iranian Stargazers Stunned by Supermoon

A bright shining supermoon illuminated the skies around the world on Monday evening, creating a stunning view owing to the moon's closest distance to planet Earth in the past seven decades.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry to Declassify Diplomatic Documents

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says historical documents belonging to 30 years ago and classified documents dating back to 40 years ago will be released gradually.

Pilgrim Departures for Iraq Hit 1.4mln: Iranian Official

The number of pilgrims travelling to Iraq from Iran to perform religious rituals on Arbaeen has surpassed 1.4 million, an Iranian official announced.

Iranian Official Apologizes to Tourists for Air Pollution

A top tourism official in Tehran formally apologized to Iranian and foreign tourists for the ongoing air pollution in the capital city.

Official Highlights Iran’s Significant Progress in Export of Pharmaceuticals

A senior Iranian official referred to the country’s great progress in the export of different types of medicine, and highlighted the government’s measures to help knowledge-based companies.

Supermoon 2016: Once in a Lifetime Sight to Be Brightest in Almost 70 Years Tonight

On Monday night, the moon will be the closest to Earth than it has been since 1948, making for an extraordinary spectacle.

Iran Crowned at Pahlavani Wrestling World Championship

National Iranian Pahlavani wrestling team has been crowned as the champion at the first edition of Pahlavani Wrestling World Championship in Belarus.

Korea to Construct Neuroscience Hospital in Tehran

An investment group from South Korea has allocated $400m to building an international neuroscience hospital in the Iranian capital city of Tehran.

Parliament OK’s Iran’s Accession to Paris Climate Agreement

Iranian Parliament on Sunday permitted the country’s accession to Paris Agreement, which is aimed at stopping global warming. This came as the US president-elect is trying to get his country, one of the world’s main producers of greenhouse gases, out of the agreement.

Regional Sunni Divide Reaching Crisis Point in Iraq

The representative of Iraqi Kurdistan’s government in Iran says he is worried that sectarianism in the region will lead to a crisis in Iraq.

Int’l Pahlavani Federation Appoints Iranian Wrestler as Its New President

Iran’s prominent wrestling champion Alireza Heidari has been appointed as the president of the International Pahlavani Wrestling Federation.

Iran Wushu Fighters Stand Second in Sanda World Cup

Iranian male and female wushu practitioners have ranked second in the 8th edition of the Sanda World Cup in China.

Iran Makes History at FIE Saber World Cup

Iran defeated Italy 45-39 to win the FIE Saber World Cup on Sunday.

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