Pre-World War II ammunition unearthed in Tehran
Up to 180 artillery and mortar rounds dating back to pre-WWII era have been found in a neighborhood in the Iranian capital.
Ali Karimi takes on the Ice Bucket Challenge
Ali Karimi, a one-time Asian soccer player of the year, takes on the Ice Bucket Challenge.
Science minister fails to win vote of confidence in parliament
Minister of science, research and technology Reza Faraji-Dana fails to re-win a vote of confidence from parliament deputies.
Inflation to slip below 20 percent by March 2015
President Rouhani says his government is determined to fulfill its promise to shore up the economy and cling to the rights of the Iranian people.
Iranian national soccer team captain Javad Nekounam summoned to court
Nekounam has three days to appear in court to answer questions about the libel charge brought against him by his former coach.
Hardliners denigrating a representative gov’t that enjoys the leader’s support
Rafsanjani lashes out at extremists who denigrate a representative government that enjoys the leader’s support.
Renowned Iranian poetess Simin Behbahani passes away
Famous Iranian poet Simin Behbahani died after a battle with coronary and respiratory ailment.
Does Japan return to militarism as China’s power grows?
A look at the bumpy road the Japanese premier has ahead in what some suspect is a plan to return to militarism.
Iran’s non-oil exports up 21 percent
The Trade Development Organization says the country’s non-oil exports have posted double-digit growth.
Iran’s foreign debts down 9.7 percent
Iran’s foreign debts decline almost 10 percent in a year.
Limited public services for illiterates aged 10-49
Illiterates aged 10 to 49 will receive limited public services in the future, says the country’s literacy chief.
Researcher claims Noah has been laid to rest in Nahavand, Iran
Dr. Afrasiabpour says he has compelling evidence that the grave of Noah is located in Nahavand, western Iran.
Black Sun wishes the world an ocean of peace and a mountain of wealth
Members of Iranian Black Sun band explain what prompted them to sing anti-war songs.
History in a Slaughterhouse Called Ossification
An Iranian jurist looks into the historical aspects of the assassination of a Muslim caliph.
Graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran renovated
Martyrs’ Foundation of the Islamic Revolution gives a face-lift to the graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran.
Rare Corsac Fox Caught on Camera
A 58th issue of Sarzamin-e Man (My Land) Monthly, out in August 2014, features a rare photo of Corsac Fox in Iran.
What Iran can do to halt the snowball of ISIL
With the Islamic State on the march in Iraq and Syria, Tehran can arguably play a more active role in stopping the advance of the terrorist grouping.
Role of National Library in turning moderation to a discourse
A look at how effective a role the National Library of Iran plays in turning moderation into a discourse.
Women and Jewelry; From Conservatism to Adventurism
Prominent Iranian sculptor Parviz Tanavoli has shared his thoughts on the relationship between women and jewelry.
A closer look at Iran’s National Orchestra
A closer look at Iran’s National Orchestra through the eyes of a renowned composer.
An eight-year period unsuited for Iranian history
Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani issued a statement on his website on August 5, 2014 to mark the first anniversary of the rise to power of President Hassan Rouhani’s government of Prudence and Hope.
Houshang Seyhoun Looks at Evolution of Architecture in Iran
Houshang Seyhoun, a world-class expert, expounds on Iranian and Islamic architecture as well as on the composition of Tehran.
Sanctions are not to blame for a rise in unemployment
Economists blame wrong policies rather than sanctions for Iran’s unemployment crisis.
Europe and the US unfairly slap sanctions on Iran – Official
Mohsen Rezaei tells Austrian ambassador Europe and the US draw on fabrications and biased reports to issue statements against Iran and unfairly slap sanctions on us.
Opportunities and threats facing women’s employment in society
A city council official takes a closer look at women’s employment, opportunities and threats.