Disability does not mean inability

The story of a physically impaired, but mentally accomplished, man who does big jobs against all odds and rises to the challenge.

How many international media have offices in Iran?

One hundred forty-one international media, namely 76 broadcasters, 26 news agencies, 26 publications, 10 photo agencies and three news websites have offices in Iran.

Iran, Russia should join hands to counter Wahhabism: Russian researcher

Russian Muslims have little knowledge of Shiite critiques about Wahhabism; Iranian religious figures who have refuted the ideology remain unknown in Russia, said Suleymanov.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on May 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Leader: Iran not to allow inspection of its military centers

The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution has said that Iran will not allow foreigners to inspect its military sites.

How far does the West go to maintain its credibility?

Alef, a news website, has examined Western demands for inspections of Iran’s military sites and explained how Iranian officials have reacted.

FM spokeswoman unaware of visit by Taliban delegation

An investigation should be launched as to who released the news on a trip by a Taliban team to Iran and what information they based their story on, Afkham said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on May 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 10 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

A look at Iran’s registered and unregistered heritage at UNESCO

Some countries have succeeded in having disputed intellectual property registered in their own names and it’s too late to undo things.

Iran, Arabs, Israel; a geopolitical parody

In an opinion piece, Sharq daily looks at the Camp David Summit and what dissatisfied Arabs managed to gain in the US presidential retreat.

Democracy is all about communications

Jahan-e Sanat daily has, in an opinion piece, said that humans have always used communications to promote their social lives.

Kabul and Tehran can serve as driving force behind regional convergence

In an interview with an Iranian daily, the former Afghan foreign minister has weighed in on Tehran-Kabul relations in the past and at present.

Muslims should not be overtaken by non-Muslims in following Koranic teachings

Islam is fully observed when extremism and violence are nowhere to be found in an Islamic society, says President Rouhani.

Syrian Opposition has to accept Iran in Geneva-3

The international community has digested the fact that regional problems cannot be solved in Iran’s absence, says a former ambassador.

Rappers get official recognition to be part of Iran’s music industry

Things look up for rappers in Iran after in an unprecedented move the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance granted a permit to a rap album for the first time.

An uphill ride for Iran’s female motocross racers

The story of a girl who has done great in a male-dominated sport.

Little expected to come out of Camp David

Alef, an Iranian news website, examines the Camp David Summit and what will come out of it, both for the host and the guests.

Iranians listen to music with all their hearts: German musician

I have found it easy to establish a bond with the Iranian culture and traditions; Iranians listen to music with all their hearts, said Lechner.

Science can solve the problem of particles

Iran-based UN Resident Coordinator says Middle Eastern countries should admit that particles pose a grave threat and they need collaborative efforts to solve the environmental problem.

A love story, ISIL-style, at Tehran Book Fair

War and Sexual Adventure in ISIS – the story of women who are left at the mercy of a notorious terrorist group – has hit bookshelves at Tehran International Book Fair.

Women’s shelter; can they find home away from home?

Iran has established free support centers – with a homelike atmosphere –in a number of provinces for women subjected to domestic violence.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on May 14

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 20 of them. Saturday May 16 is a public holiday in Iran. Our next issue of "A look at Iranian newspaper front pages" will appear on our website on Sunday May 17.

Iranian tower runner breaks record with an eye to another flight of stairs

An Iranian police aims to mount the Khalifa Tower in Dubai after breaking a world record of stair-climbing.

Selfless teachers who put their students first

To me there is no difference between my children and students; how a father could stay indifferent to his child who is fighting cancer, said Kazem Jafari.

Iran’s nuclear case, a sign of waning Arab powers

Arman-e Emrooz has in an opinion piece said that Iran – a regional heavyweight – can have a big say in the formation of new regional and world order.

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