Society
All News about Iranian Society – All the social, environmental, community and lifestyle news from across Iran, including the life and times of the capital, Tehran. There’s so much more to Iran than politics!
Iranian Woman Elected as Best Sailor of Year
Sailing is usually considered a muscular job worldwide. Women usually are not interested in the job given its demanding nature, but an Iranian woman has become a successful sailor.
Over 700 Expat Iranian Researchers Back Home
The Iranian government says 710 Iranian researchers and experts, who were living abroad, have returned to the country and started cooperation in scientific and technological fields in the past few years.
Islamic Remedies for Skin Illumination, Youth
An Iranian university professor has presented some Islamic remedies to restore youth to the skin.
Iranian Math Genius Fighting Cancer at US Hospital
Internationally-renowned Iranian mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani has been hospitalized in the US for deteriorating health conditions caused by cancer recurrence.
VP Blasts US Deportation of Iranian Cancer Scientist
Iran’s Vice-President for Science and Technology Affairs Sorena Sattari deplored the US move to deny entry to and deport an Iranian cancer researcher and his family, saying such measures only cause frustration in the scientific community.
Traces of Feathered Dinosaur Found in Iran
Iranian scientists have managed to find the archaeological traces of some feathered dinosaurs in Iran in cooperation with professors from Beijing and Colorado universities.
Iranian Researchers Produce Non-Toxic Rat Poison
A group of researchers in an Iranian knowledge-based company have managed to produce a non-toxic rodenticide using nanotechnology. The product is currently available on the market.
FM Calls for Iran’s Stronger Presence in Int’l Arenas
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic has the potential to make its presence felt in international scientific arenas.
Iranian Inventor Receives Award for Solution to Urban Dust
An Iranian inventor has won the Merit Award and the Gold Medal Award of Merit at INPEX 2017 contests among 800 participants from 40 countries.
UN Hails Iran’s Pioneering Role in Resolving Environmental Woes
A UN official has highlighted Iran’s significant role as one of the pioneers in combating dust and sand storms in the Middle East.
Iran to Appoint Woman as Head of Flag Carrier Airline
If approved by the Iranian cabinet, a woman is going to take the helm at the country's national airliner Iran Air as the first-ever female Iranian heading the company.
Humanities on Verge of Extinction in Iran
Statistics indicate a sharp decrease in the number of Iranian students who choose humanity courses as their major in university, which is quite worrisome and can lead to an academic crisis.
‘Iran Adopting Realistic Approach toward Social Networks’
Iran’s culture minister says a confrontational approach will be ineffective in dealing with social networks and cyberspace in the country.
Copyright Bill High on Iran Parliament’s Agenda: Minister
Iran’s minister of culture says the country’s Parliament is set to discuss and approve a bill on copyright and intellectual property in coming weeks.
Turkey Not to Abandon Tigris-Euphrates Dam Project
Turkish ambassador to Tehran says despite growing protests by regional states, his country is set to press ahead with its project to build a dam on Tigris-Euphrates River.
Enormous Book Garden Inaugurated in Tehran
Iran’s biggest scientific and cultural complex, with an area of about 70,000 square metres, has been inaugurated in the capital city of Tehran. The complex is home to the world’s largest bookstore.
Iran Moves Up Seven Places in FIFA World Ranking
Iran has moved up seven places to 23rd in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.
Riyadh Accepts Tehran’s Conditions for Hajj Pilgrims’ Security: Minister
Iran’s culture minister says Saudi Arabia has provided “written assurances” that it will meet all of Tehran’s conditions with regard to ensuring security for Iranian pilgrims in the upcoming Hajj ceremony.
Blues Coffee Shop, Hangout for Iranian Cruiser Motorcyclists
A two-year-old coffee shop in the Iranian capital named ‘Blues Coffee Shop’ hosts the cruiser motorcyclists who are interested in the Blues.
‘US Had Plans to Pulverize Iran Passenger Plane in Air’
An Iranian admiral says the US warship that shot down the Iran Air Flight 655, killing all its 290 passengers and crew members back in 1988, intended to pulverize the airliner in the air.
Saudi Arabia Main Promoter of Extremism in UK: Report
A report by the Henry Jackson Society indicates that foreign funding for extremism in Britain primarily comes from Saudi Arabia.
Iran Sympathizes with China over Deadly Floods, Landslides
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed sympathy with China over the heavy rains and landslides that have killed and wounded dozens of people.
Iran’s MCI Signs MoU with Nokia for 5G Network Development
Nokia and Mobile Communications Company of Iran (MCI), the largest mobile network operator in the country, have signed a memorandum of understanding for developing 5G technology in Iran.
Nomadic Lifestyle in Northwestern Iran
Atmianlu nomads are from one of the biggest tribes living in Arasbaran region, northwestern Iran. Quch Gulu countryside in Arasbaran annually hosts over 100 nomadic families.
Story of Lonely Man Who Lives in Darkness
Issa, an Iranian visually challenged man, thinks the whole town is blind as no one cares about him.