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Asian urban officials go on a half-day tour of Tehran

The tour which started with a bus ride took the visitors to Tajrish where the biggest subway station in the Middle East is located.

Trash pileup lures bears to a campsite

A stack of waste in a mountainous area has lured a mother bear and her cubs to go there to collect food, but environmentalists are concerned about the health of the mammals.

Maragheh Temple in northwestern Iran (PHOTOS)

The temple which dates back to the Parthian era was the largest Zoroastrian place of worship during that period.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on August 30

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on August 30

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on August 30.

Supreme Leader’s guidelines on science, research translated

The English version of The Bliss of Knowledge, which encompasses the Leader’s guidelines on the production of science, will be unveiled at the Moscow International Book Fair in September.

Museum of vintage cars in Tehran (PHOTOS)

The museum seeks to protect the cars which are a national asset and display the vintage collection for car lovers.

Iran, China, US likely to cooperate on Arak heavy water reactor: Rouhani

President Rouhani said in a press conference that modernization of Arak heavy water reactor as agreed upon in JCPOA will be done by China and another P5+1 member states.

Iran eyes Japan help for bullet trains

The deputy transportation minister has said that given Japan's experience in launching high-speed trains, Tehran is interested in cooperation with Tokyo.

Iran, Germany eye closer economic ties

The parliament speaker has praised Germany for its positive role in Iran-P5+1 talks, hoping Tehran-Berlin ties would be expanded following the conclusion of the nuclear deal.

Iconic Iranian vocalist Shajarian hospitalized in Tehran

Shajarian’s family has said that the 75-year-old internationally acclaimed maestro will not be receiving any visitors and will soon be discharged.

JCPOA impacting region, world: Iran official

Iran’s nuclear chief has said that the ratcheting up of the sanctions against Iran only resulted in broader cooperation between Tehran and Beijing.

Araghchi: Model United Nations can promote better understanding of the organization

Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Iran nuclear deal and Resolution 2231 are unique in the history of the United Nations.

IAEA report confirms Iran’s peaceful program: Envoy

Iran’s representative to the IAEA has said that the agency’s latest report on Iran’s nuclear program confirms Iran’s peaceful nuclear activities.

Iran’s capital market is to absorb more foreign investment

An Iranian daily has taken a closer look at Iran’s capital market and its dire need for absorbing foreign investment in the post-sanctions era.

Windmill: Original Iranian Experience of Industrial Structure

The widespread availability of wind has made it possible for Iranians in desert areas to use the windmills.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on August 29

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on August 29.

Film director arrested in all-star match (PHOTO)

An Iranian director who was protesting against the screening of a movie in theaters where his film was to be screened was arrested and later released during a charity match between Iran’s stars and those of the world.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on August 29

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

Only nations can solve Syria, Yemen crises: Iran

Some powerful countries proposed plans to resolve the crises in Yemen and Syria. We believe that such proposals would not work, since they do not address the wills of the nations, said Larijani.

Iran ready to offer reciprocal visa-free travel: Zarif

Iran has held talks with many countries on visa requirements and the diplomacy apparatus is ready to provide anything needed to facilitate the growth of the tourism sector, said Zarif.

Iran denounces British FM Hammond’s ‘unconstructive’ remarks

Iran's policy toward its neighbors is based on ensuring collective interests, strengthening friendship and peaceful coexistence with an emphasis on religious commonalities, said Afkham.

World Stars defeats Iran’s All-Star in charity match

The charity match in Tehran was to raise money for MS patients.

Senior cleric hails government performance

Tehran’s Friday Prayer Leader has said that Iran is seeking to counter ISIL, but the West, led by the US, is supporting the terrorist group.

Islam religion of peace, friendship: Majidi

Iranian director Majid Majidi has said that Muhammad aims to correct misconceptions about Islam in the world.