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Condolence Theatre in Commemoration of Imam Hussein

During the early days of the Islamic month of Muharram, Iranian people mourn for Imam Hussein's martyrdom in different ways.

Iran Shut Downs 700 Dating Websites

Iranian Cyber Police has closed 700 dating websites, Iranian media reported on Monday, October 10.

Iran’s Coastal Waters New Home to Rarely Seen Venomous Sea Snake

Günther's sea snake, a rarely seen venomous sea snake with distribution thought to stretch from the Malay Peninsula to Pakistan, has now been recorded from Iranian coastal waters off the western Gulf of Oman.

Poland Builds Solar-Powered Bike Path that Glows a Ghostly Blue

Poland—home to some of the most bike-friendly cities in the world—unveiled a gorgeous, glowing bike path near Lidzbark Warminski in the Mazury region last week to help night-time cyclists get from A to B.

روحانی: حب الإمام الحسین (ع) لیس حكرا على الشيعة فقط

[:ar]أکد رئیس الجمهوریة الاسلامية الايرانية حسن روحاني إن حب الامام الحسين بن علي (ع) لم يقتصر على الشيعة فحسب بل انه يدب في قلوب كل أحرار العالم.

US AT&T Enters into Partnership with Iran’s RighTel Operator: Report

A spokesman for US mobile phone company AT&T said it has signed an agreement with an Iranian mobile phone operator to provide voice calls and data services to customers in the Islamic Republic.

Iranian Researchers Reduce Noise Pollution Using Nano-Fibres

Researchers at the University of Zanjan in Iran have designed a new subwave-length structure for sound absorption from graphene oxide-doped nano-fibres which can perfectly reduce noise pollution.

Muharram Mourning Ceremonies Underway in Tehran

Millions of Shiite Muslims across Iran, including Tehran, are mourning the anniversary of martyrdom of their third Imam, Hussein bin Ali (AS) and his...

Iranian People Start Mourning for Imam Hussein’s Martyrdom

Iranians across the country have started holding Muharram mourning ceremonies which commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS), the third Shiite Imam and...

Iran, Turkey Urge Closer Academic Ties

Higher education officials from Iran and Turkey at a meeting in Ankara explored avenues for enhancement of academic and educational cooperation.

Iran and the US: New Partners in Space?

Mohsen Bahrami, head of the Iranian space agency, has said that his country is interested in cooperating with NASA.

Qurans Put in Garbage by Saudi Embassy in Morocco Cause Fury

Photos circulated on Moroccan social media show the Saudi embassy in Rabat has insulted the holy book of Islam, the Holy Quran.

Thousands of Polish Women Stage ‘Black Monday’ Strikes to Protest Abortion Law

Thousands of Polish women dressed in black boycotted work and took to the streets in protest against a plan to ban abortions. Without half their...

Adventures of Iranian Woman Who Travelled the World Alone

Having visited over 50 countries, Iranian female world traveller believes that love, kindness and generosity are of utmost importance in travelling.

Tehran’s Towers: How Iranian Capital Embraced Bold Architecture

From its iconic Azadi (freedom) tower, which has ridden out a revolution, an eight-year war and innumerable protest rallies, to the elegant museum of contemporary art or the city theatre, Tehran has long been home to a brand of wacky, yet distinctively Iranian, contemporary buildings.

Dust Pollution in Western Iran Reaches ‘Dangerous’ Levels

The air pollution caused by dust and particles in Iran’s western provinces, including Khuzestan, has reached “dangerous” levels. The disruptive dust storms have pushed pollution...

US Hands Internet Control to ICANN

In an historic decision, the US government finally decided to hand over its control over the Internet.

Iran Comes Third at FIFA Futsal World Cup

Iran claimed third place at FIFA Futsal World Cup 2016 after a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Portugal following a 2-2 draw in Cali, Colombia on Saturday.

China Is Banned from Buying Donkeys!

China's demand for donkey products, used in traditional remedies, is proving problematic for African suppliers and causing economic and environmental problems.

Karate Champion in Uniform of Street Sweepers

Yadollah Javanian is an Iranian street sweeper who has won national karate medal and speaks English fluently.

Religious Ceremony of Carpet Washing Held in Central Iran

The religious Carpet Washing Ceremony, one of the rituals of Shiite Muslims, is annually held in Mashhad-e Ardehal, near the central city of Kashan.

Asian Rock Climbing Competitions in Tehran

Asian rock climbing competitions kicked off on Wednesday in Tehran with participants from Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia and Singapore in attendance.    

Use of Telegram Banned in Iran’s Government Offices

Abdul-Samad Khoramabadi, an Iranian judiciary official, said the state-run institutions that make use of Telegram in their administrative affairs will be indicted for breaking the law.

Iran Qualifies for 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup

Iran advanced to the semi-final of the AFC U-16 Championship India 2016 after a 5-0 victory over Vietnam at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium On Sunday.

Senior Sunni Cleric Hails Ayatollah Khamenei’s Pro-Sunni Remarks

A senior Iranian Sunni cleric said the recent remarks by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei about the need for respecting Sunnis were very pleasing to these Muslims.

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