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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.

From street vendor to world podium: Story of young Iranian wrestler

Iranian Greco-Roman wrestler Payam Ahmadi, who once drew attention for selling goods on the streets of Izeh, southern Iran, despite already holding a world medal, has once again reached the podium—this time with a silver medal at the 2025 World Championships in the 55kg category.

Iran makes wrestling history with dual world titles

Iran has written a new chapter in wrestling history by winning both the freestyle and Greco-Roman world championships at the same time for the first time.

1 dead, 20 injured in Tehran–Mashhad bus collision in Iran

A passenger bus traveling from Mashhad to Tehran collided with a trailer truck near Hajiabad in Garmsar County on Thursday morning, leaving one dead and 20 others injured.

Iran’s health minister: Sanctions cause more deaths than wars

Iran’s Minister of Health, Treatment and Medical Education Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi says sanctions cause more deaths than wars.

Samineh Baghcheban, founder of deaf education institutions, dies at 97

Iranian writer and founder of educational and cultural institutions for hearing-impaired children Samineh Baghcheban has passed away at the age of 97.

The Leader hails Iran’s freestyle wrestling team after world championship triumph

Following the victory of Iran’s national freestyle wrestling team at the 2025 World Championships, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, issued a message of appreciation, commending the wrestlers for their extraordinary efforts and admirable conduct.

Funeral held in Mashhad for Iranian firefighter killed in line of duty

Thousands of residents and local officials gathered at the holy shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, northeastern Iran, on Sunday to attend the funeral of firefighter Reza Fakhrian, who died while battling a blaze earlier this week.

Iranian striker Mehdi Taremi shines in Olympiacos debut

Iranian striker Mehdi Taremi made a stunning debut for Greek club Olympiacos on Saturday  night.

Iran marks Prophet Muhammad’s birthday anniversary with nationwide celebrations

Iranians across the country are celebrating the birthday anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Wednesday with public gatherings, ceremonies, and cultural events, highlighting the occasion as a symbol of unity among Muslims.

Authorities responsible for Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port explosion declared

The Iranian Judiciary chief has announced the names of entities responsible for the deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, southern Iran.

NASA images show Iran’s Lake Urmia has completely dried up after thousands of years

Lake Urmia, once the largest saltwater lake in the Middle East and a vital ecological landmark in northwestern Iran, has completely dried up, according to the latest satellite imagery released by NASA.

Iran finishes runner-up at Asian Karate Championships with 22 medals

Iran secured second place at the Asian Karate Championships for youth and under-21 categories, collecting seven gold, nine silver, and six bronze.

‘Blood Moon’ lunar eclipse to light up skies Sunday night, fully observable in Iran

One of the year’s most striking astronomical events will take place on Sunday night as a total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a “Blood Moon,” becomes visible across large parts of the world, including fully in Iran.

Iran’s Abadan declared hottest city worldwide with 46°C  Temperature             

Abadan in southern Iran has been named the hottest city in the world, recording a temperature of 46°C.

Iran secures two golds, one silver at Asian Youth Karate Championships in China

Iranian athletes claimed two gold medals and one silver on the opening day of the Asian Youth Karate Championships, marking a strong start for the national team in Shaoguan, southern China.

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