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Iran Collects Genetic Data of People from 8 Races

As part of a major project named “Iranome”, researchers have been collecting the genetic data of Iranian people from various races and ethnic groups in order to prevent, diagnose and treat genetic diseases.

UK Says Iran’s Internal Affairs None of Its Business

The United Kingdom’s ambassador to Iran says the Islamic Republic’s domestic affairs, including recent riots, are none of his country’s business and that the UK will stay out of Iranian internal affairs.

Iran Warns It Can Immediately Speed Up Nuclear Activities

An Iranian nuclear official says Iran is capable of multiplying the pace of its nuclear activities — especially uranium enrichment — compared to the time when an international deal on its nuclear program had not yet been concluded, implying that that will happen if the United States violates the deal.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 10

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, January 10, and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Sorkhroud Wetland Hosting Migratory Swans

Sorkhroud wetland in Mazandaran province, northern Iran, is hosting migratory swans who arrive from cold regions in certain months of the year.

China Accused of Negligence in Saving Iranian Sailors

Iranian maritime officials have slammed the Chinese for not doing enough to save the Iranian crew on board an oil tanker which caught fire after colliding with a cargo ship.

Iran FM to Visit Moscow, Brussels

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to visit the Russian and Belgian capitals on Wednesday and Thursday.

Britain Trying Hard to Preserve Iran Nuclear Deal: Jack Straw

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and former British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw have discussed issues of mutual interest in the Iranian capital Tehran.

Exclusive: Iran Fully Prepared for US Withdrawal from JCPOA

An informed source close to the Iranian foreign ministry says all relevant bodies in the Islamic Republic have received instructions on what to do in case the US president refuses to re-certify Iran’s compliance with the nuclear deal on January 12.

Asghar Farhadi’s ‘The Salesman’ Nominated for BAFTA 2018

The Academy award-winning film ‘The Salesman’ directed by acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi has been nominated for 2018 BAFTA Awards in the Best Film Not in the English Language category.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 9

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, January 9, and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, MKO behind Recent Riots: Iran Leader

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, says the recent riots in Iran were plotted by the US and Israel, funded by a filthy rich Persian Gulf littoral state, and implemented by MKO murderers.

Young Iranian Artist Launches Environmental Campaign for Children

While the Iranian capital Tehran is suffering from severe air pollution and its beauties are being covered under a thick layer of black smoke, a young artist has launched an individual campaign for children.

Iran Says World Must Be Ready for US JCPOA Withdrawal

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has warned that the world should prepare itself for the US withdrawal from the nuclear deal between Tehran and the P5+1.

Italy’s Ex-PM Calls for Enhanced Iran-EU Ties

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and former Italian Prime Minister Massimo D'Alema have discussed issues of mutual interest in a Monday meeting in Tehran.  

Tarikhaneh Mosque; 2,300-Year-Old Monument in Central Iran

Tarikhaneh Mosque is an ancient site in the central Iranian city of Damghan. Initially a Zoroastrian temple, the monument was built more than two thousand years ago.

Iran FM, Omani Counterpart Discuss Yemen War

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday held talks with Yusuf bin Alawi, the Sultanate of Oman's Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs.

Iran, Iraq Sign MoU to Expand Tourism Ties

Iranian and Iraqi delegations have discussed ways to modernize the tourism systems, particularly medical tourism mechanisms, in their respective countries.

Iran Warns It May Reconsider Cooperation with IAEA

Iran’s nuclear chief has warned that the Islamic Republic would reconsider its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) if the US fails to implement its commitments as per the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

UNSC Meeting on Iran Riots Brought Shame on US: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says the United States shamed itself by trying to target the Islamic Republic at a UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting it had called on the recent events inside Iran.

11-Year-Old Car Designer Makes Headlines in Iran

An eleven-year-old boy with innovative ideas in car design and aerospace has hit the headlines in Iran after receiving invitations to work for world giants and teach at several universities.

Piazoo: A Yummy Traditional Iranian Food

Piazoo, a traditional food usually made in the Iranian city of Zanjan, is yet another Persian dish that tastes good and is worth trying.

Rescue Efforts Hindered as Iranian Oil Tanker Giving Off Poisonous Gases

An Iranian oil tanker, which caught fire after colliding with a bulk freighter off China's east coast, is giving off poisonous gases, hindering rescue work there, the managing director of the National Iranian Tanker Company (NITC) said.

Iran FM’s Talks in Brussels to Focus on JCPOA, Not Riots

Tehran has rejected media reports linking an upcoming meeting between Iranian and EU officials to recent scattered riots in Iran, saying the planned talks will focus on the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal.

Exhibition of Tony Cragg’s Artworks Underway in Tehran

Ah exhibition showcasing several works of art by renowned British-German artist Tony Cragg is underway at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Arts (TMoCA), making a connection between the West and Iran beyond diplomatic difficulties.