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“Group sexual assault charges against Iranian athletes in S. Korea dropped”

The Iranian Athletics Federation says the charges of group sexual assault involving members of the national athletics team in South Korea have been dropped after new evidence was presented in court.

Ex-Sepahan coach: France order, Israeli war forced my Iran exit

Patrice Carteron, the French coach who led Irabian club Sepahan to last season’s Super Cup title and a runner-up finish in the Persian Gulf Pro League, revealed that his sudden departure from the Iranian football club was compelled by directives from the French government and the outbreak of the recent 12-day conflict, not by disagreements with club management.

Iran’s weightlifting team reclaims world title after 8 years

The Iranian men's national weightlifting team claimed the team world championship title after eight years, bringing a significant honor to Iranian sports.

Once a shining jewel, Kermanshah’s Sarab-e Niloufar dries up amid mismanagement, drought

Sarab-e Niloufar, once a sparkling natural spring and a beloved symbol of life in western Iran, has completely dried up, turning from a lush blue lake into a cracked, silent basin.

Iran club Esteghlal celebrate manager Ricardo Sá Pinto’s 53rd birthday

Portuguese manager of Esteghlal FC Ricardo Sá Pinto turned 53 years old on Friday.

Iran’s Saeid Mani wins gold at World Para Powerlifting Championships

On the second day of the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships, in the youth division, Iranian national team member Saeid Mani competed in the 88 kg category against strong international rivals. Mani successfully lifted 166 kg in his first attempt, followed by 172 kg in his second lift.

Iranian para powerlifter claims historic world title

Atieh Sadat Hosseini, an Iranian female para powerlifter, has been crowned world champion, marking a historic achievement for Iran.

Flamingos arrive at Iran’s Miankaleh wetland as autumn migration begins

The Miankaleh International Wetland in northern Iran has become a seasonal haven for migratory birds, including flamingos, as autumn migration gets underway, according to the head of the Miankaleh Wildlife Refuge and Reserve.

Iran among top 10 countries with full satellite manufacturing and launch capabilities

Iran has joined the club of approximately ten countries worldwide that possess full capabilities to design, build, and launch satellites.

Zoroastrians celebrate Mehregan worldwide    

Today, Wednesday, 16th of the Persian month of Mehr, falling on October 8, 2025 this year, marks Mehregan feast.

Iran women’s volleyball team wins first-ever gold at central Asia championship

The Iranian women’s national volleyball team clinched their first major international title on Sunday, defeating host Uzbekistan 3–0 to become champions of the Central Asia Women’s Volleyball Championship.

US denies visas to Iranian football delegation for 2026 World Cup draw

The US State Department has denied visa requests for a nine-member Iranian football delegation, including Mehdi Taj, president of Iran’s Football Federation, and Amir Ghalenoei, the Team Melli coach.

Iran to conduct first satellite launch using solid-fuel rocket

The head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) announced that preparations are underway at the Chabahar National Launch Center for the country’s first satellite launch using a solid-fuel rocket, a step officials describe as an important milestone toward space independence.

Four dead, dozens injured in bus crash in Iran’s Firouzkouh

At least four people were killed and 30 others injured after a bus plunged into a ravine on the Damavand-Firouzkouh road near the Iranian capital, local officials confirmed on Friday.

Bajelvand wins gold in World Para Athletics, secures Iran’s fourth title

Hossein Bajelvand claimed a gold medal in the men’s discus throw at the World Para Athletics Championships in India, marking Iran’s fourth gold medal of the tournament.

Blast at Tehran University laboratory kills 1, injures 2

An explosion at a laboratory in the University of Tehran in the Iranian capital claimed the life of one person and injured two others.

Authorities in Iran vow accountability after deadly student bus crash

Authorities in Iran’s central Semnan province pledged on Wednesday accountability after a bus carrying female medical students crashed on the Semnan-Sorkheh road a day earlier, leaving two dead and 11 injured.

Iran’s Leader offers condolences to Ayatollah Sistani over passing of his wife

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has extended his condolences to Iraq's prominent Shia cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, over the demise of his wife.

Women Firefighters of Iran

In today’s world, where demanding jobs are less often chosen, it is love and faith in service that draw women toward the profession of firefighting. These courageous women, working shoulder to shoulder with men, bring safety and peace to our lives.

Iran to showcase its first radar satellite this year

Iran is set to unveil its first-ever radar satellite this year, the head of the Iranian Space Agency has announced.

US denies visa to Iran’s polo team

Iran’s national polo team has been barred from participating in the Polo World Cup finals in the US after Washington failed to issue the required visas for the players.

Iran’s New School Year opens with president’s attendance

President Massoud Pezeshkian officially inaugurated the new academic year in Iran on Tuesday by ringing the school bell at a girls’ school in the capital Tehran.

Iranian scientific vice president: Path of supporting AI education continues

The Iranian vice president for science announced the continuation of artificial intelligence (AI) education for students and the periodic holding of related competitions throughout the year.

Iran marks start of school year with ‘Blossom Festival’ for first graders

Iran’s Ministry of Education has launched the new academic year for first‑grade students with the nationwide “Blossom Festival”, held on Monday ahead of the official school opening on Tuesday.

Ayatollah Khamenei congratulates Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling team on world championship victory

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has congratulated Iran's national Greco-Roman wrestling team for their decisive victory at the 2025 World Championships in Zagreb.

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