In his Tuesday statement, Mousavi offered condolences to the Iraqi nation and government, and expressed the Islamic Republic’s sympathy with the families of the victims.
He also wished highest rewards for the martyrs and speedy recovery for the wounded.
At least 36 pilgrims were killed and over 100 more sustained injuries in a stampede during the Muslim religious rituals of Ashura in Karbala, the Iraqi Health Ministry says.
Ministry spokesman Saif al-Badr announced the news in a statement on Tuesday, saying the toll could rise further, as another 100 pilgrims were injured, including 10 in critical condition.
No Iranian pilgrim has been killed, but seven Iranians are among the wounded.
Ashura is the 10th day of the lunar month of Muharram and is the day when the third Shia Imam and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Imam Hussein (PBUH), and 72 of his companions were martyred in Karbala, in southern Iraq, in 680 AD by the army of the Umayyad caliph, Yazid I.
Ashura, which is the culmination of a 10-day annual mourning period in Muharram, is also commemorated by Shia Muslims in many countries across the world, including prominently in Iran.
Iran Condoles with Iraq over Tragic Incident in Karbala
Impact of Big Data and Data Science on Today’s Lives
Google is the perfect epitomize of data science and, it depicts how it is impacting greatly in today’s lives. The majority of people around the whole world are under the influence of Google algorithms, both the consumers and businesses are highly depending on it. If you search on Google with a ‘Google’ keyword, around 11 billion result shows in a blink of an eye.
This is the power of data science. On the other hand, if you ask how it impacts on ordinary people’s life or your life, a voice assistant is the best instance of data science that you’re interacting with at home. That’s why everyone wants to learn the sexiest thing of the 21st century: The Data Science.
What is Data Science?
Data science has not an apparent description, it is a broad term where raw data is analyzed, extracted, visualized, managed and stored through some collective processes, concepts, tools and technologies to create insights. It is a multidisciplinary field that uses math, statistics, and computer science to extract useful information from structured and unstructured data. Data science is being used by an array of enterprises for multiple purposes including decision making, trend analysis, product development, and future forecasting.
Real-Life Instances
- The role of Cambridge Analytica during the 2016 Election
Cambridge Analytica Ltd is an advertising corporation that was founded in 2013. The primary motive of the corporation was to the newsfeed on Facebook and personalizes the research by evaluating the user’s data on this platform. The researched data was used for Ted Cruz Republican primary campaign in the Republican primary elections, and as a consequence, Ted Cruz stood just behind only to trump by getting the 2nd most number of votes. After that, the corporation started working for the Trump campaign in the general election and Trump won. The whole research of Cambridge Analytica was completely personalized and the Facebook ads campaign was suiting to every individual’s interests and it had influenced greatly the people’s decisions in the election.
- More About 2016 President Election
2016 presidential election had become a burning issue because of Cambridge Analytica Corporation. The corporation had used immense facebook user’s data to target US audience for US Presidential Election 2016. Later, the corporation was claimed to break the terms and services of Facebook and, it also was asked to delete all campaign data. For more understating, you may go through a publication’ Effect of Cambridge Analytica’s Facebook ads on the 2016 US Presidential Election‘.
How data science techniques are being used to Electronic brainwashing?
2016 president election scandal has raised immense queries about the data privacy policy of Facebook and how much of its running quizzes and advertisements are realistic. Most of the time, data science is being used to violate the privacy of common people on such social platforms and to put physiological effects on the decisions of the ordinary folks.
Audience segmentation and data enchantment are being used for advertising on the social platform by most of the ads corporations. Most of the psychographic researches is done to know the consumer’s behavior through Facebook profiles that include consumer’s likes, and dislikes, their history, dynamics, and interests. Moreover, the number of register users on Facebook is rapidly increasing. So, it poses both detrimental impacts and positive impacts on both the public and corporations.
Another query usually arises in the reader’s mind that how these turn out to be a part of your future. You might have seen some advertisements on Face book that greatly influenced your thoughts, however, it seemed manipulative to encourage you in their favor. That’s why data science jobs will be in great demand shortly.
How to learn the sexiest thing of the 21st century: The data Science?
The demand for data scientists has been increasing from the last decade. That’s why people tend toward leaning data science on a big surge. Here are a few resources of learning data science:
- Coding schools
Programming learning is a must to become a data scientist. Diverse coding schools, institutes or boot camps are available, where you get training of data science. However, choosing one of the best coding schools can be a bit headache. So, you have to do some search for coding schools that suits your location, budget, and timing. Moreover, in such a way can check the school’s review, ratings and subjects they are offering in a course, etc.
- Online courses
Yes off course, you can learn data science from online Data Science Boot camps or online courses. Nowadays, online courses are on high preference as it provides flexible timing and economical price range. For instance: NYC Data Science Academy offers a wide range of data science courses, you may choose the one that suits you best. Usually, in a 12-week course, you can learn beginners to intermediate levels that include Hadoop & Spark, R, Python, SQL, and Github. Choose an online course but after doing a proper evolution about the online courses.
- Learning paths
Last but not least, you may also learn from the learning path. If you do not want to waste your time on online search for exploring different online courses and coding school, you can choose one of the best learning paths available on BitDegree. It provides huge benefits to data science pupils such as; the best-structured course tree, experienced staff, placement offers and life lasting data science skills. Thus, do not waste your time, join the BitDegree for making a better career in the data science field.
Conclusions
As every technology come with some boons and banes, also big data and data science come with some positive and negative effects. It brings many opportunities to businesses, but it is also breaching the morality of people’s privacy on social platforms at the same time. Now it’s up to you whether you want to be a part of one of the flourishing industries or stay away from it. The decision is yours.
Millions of Iranians Mourn Imam Hussein Martyrdom Anniv.
Muslims worldwide, dressed in black, hold mourning rituals during the month of Muharram on the lunar calendar in remembrance of the suffering imposed on the religious icon, his family and his companions, by the tyrant of the time Yazid I, an Umayyad caliph, back in the seventh century.
The events peak on the 10th day, traditionally known as Ashura, when the Imam and 72 of his companions were martyred at the hands of the despot, to whom they had refused to pledge allegiance.
This year’s Ashura fell on Thursday when, in line with centuries-old customs, benefactors distributed votive food, while others marched in massive mourning processions, lamenting the tragedy.
Muharram ceremonies represent the never-ending and unswerving stance of the truth against falsehood and the humanity’s struggle against tyranny, the cause for which Imam Hussein sacrificed his life.
What follows are photos of the rituals held in Iran this year, retrieved from various sources:
‘Shah Hussein Gouyan’ Mourning Ritual Held in Tabriz
In the alleys of all the neighbourhoods, you see people passionately participating in this nightly ritual, which starts before Muharram and is performed until the month’s ninth night, Tassu’a.
On the tenth day- Ashura- the mourning begins early in the morning and ends with the Adhan of noon.
What follows are IRNA’s photos from Shah Hussain Gouyan:
US Policies in Gross Violation of NPT: Iran
Making the remarks in the high-level plenary meeting of the United Nations General Assembly to commemorate and promote the International Day against Nuclear Tests on Sep. 9, Majid Takht-Ravanchi said that the latest Nuclear Proliferation Report (NPR) has found that the United States is disinclined to ratify the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and that it “will resume nuclear explosive testing, … including underground nuclear explosive testing.”
“This policy is in gross violation of its explicit legal obligations under the NPT and the unequivocal commitments it has assumed in Review Conferences of the Treaty,” he said.
Here is the full text of the Iranian envoy’s statement:
Madam President
I thank you for convening this meeting to commemorate the International Day Against Nuclear Tests.
I would also like to commend the efforts of Kazakhstan in proposing and promoting this initiative.
Observance of this international day continuously reminds us of the need for a complete ban on any and all types of nuclear explosions.
This day’s commemoration will be incomplete if we do not recall the fact that most of the nuclear tests’ victims have not been the citizens of countries that have undertaken nuclear tests.
We should also recall the destructive environmental effects of such tests, most of which have been carried out outside the territory of countries conducting them.
Commemorating this day also provides us with an opportunity to review progress made in achieving a universal ban on nuclear explosions and the broader objective of nuclear disarmament.
While we made certain progress in the past, unfortunately, currently there are two alarming races: new nuclear arms race and nuclear arms modernization race.
At a time when certain nuclear-weapon States have plans to develop new easy-to-use nuclear weapons, ending nuclear weapon test explosions is of utmost importance.
However, while nuclear-weapon States have the primary responsibility to that end, regrettably, some of them are responsible for the current situation.
The living example is the US that, according to its latest NPR, not only, “will not seek ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty” but also “will resume nuclear explosive testing, … including underground nuclear explosive testing.”
This policy is in gross violation of its explicit legal obligations under the NPT and the unequivocal commitments it has assumed in Review Conferences of the Treaty.
Such irresponsible policies, the latest of which is the US withdrawal from the INF Treaty, are detrimental to all international efforts towards nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, and therefore must come to an end.
Current situation testifies that, no matter how important the voluntary moratoria on nuclear tests are, they cannot substitute for a comprehensive universal and verifiable legally-binding prohibition on all types of nuclear explosions, including in alternative ways.
Through observing this day, we should also redouble our efforts in pursuing the noble objective of the total elimination of nuclear weapons: the only absolute guarantee against the threat or use of these inhumane weapons.
This is essential for the maintenance of peace and security, in particular in such a volatile region as the Middle East where the Israeli nuclear weapons continue to threaten the peace and security of the region and beyond.
Total elimination of these inhumane weapons is what we owe to ourselves, to our children, to generations to come and to entire humanity.
This is a moral imperative and an explicit responsibility. Let’s remain united, resolute and steadfast and fulfill this responsibility collectively and responsibly.
Iran stands ready to play its role in pursuing this noble objective.
I thank you Madam President
Tourists Flock to Yazd to Attend Muharram Mourning Ritual
People of Yazd have been performing the centuries-old ritual of mourning Imam Hussein’s martyrdom anniversary so impressively that foreign tourists have begun to arrange trips to the ancient city in the lunar calendar month of Muharram.
The number of foreign tourists visiting Yazd during Muharram has increased so sharply in recent years that local authorities have organized plans to introduce the religious rites and facilitate access to the sites where the mourning ceremonies take place.
An official with the secretariat of a forum called “Yazd: Iran’s Husseiniya” has told IRNA that more than 1,000 tourists are expected to take part in this year’s ritual ceremonies in Yazd.
Husseiniya is a congregation hall for religious ceremonies in commemoration of the Shiite Imams, particularly Imam Hussein.
According to Alireza Mirjalili, foreigners from around 30 countries have visited mosques, husseiniyas and other sites to observe the performance of rites since September 1, the beginning of Muharram.
He also noted that a number of Iranian clerics speaking foreign languages are available in major tourist attractions, such as the Amir Chakhmaq Mosque and the Grand Mosque, to deal with inquiries about the mourning ceremonies, the philosophy of Ashura, and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein and his companions in in 681 AD.
Located in the central Iranian plateau, Yazd is known for developing an underground water system centuries ago, its traditional Persian architecture, fascinating mosques, and Zoroastrian temples.
Also known as the world’s first adobe city, Yazd has given the UNESCO a commitment to promote construction of adobe buildings and structures both inside the city and in other parts of the world.
Israel Real Nuke Possessor ‘Crying Wolf’ for Iran: Zarif
Netanyahu claimed on Monday that the Islamic Republic had carried out alleged activity at a place, which he claimed used to be situated south of the central Iranian city of Isfahan, towards obtaining nuclear arms. Without providing further details or specifying when such supposed practice had gone underway, he went on to allege that Iranian officials “wiped out” the putative center after it was discovered by Israel agents.
“The possessor of REAL nukes cries wolf—on an ALLEGED “demolished” site in Iran,” Zarif tweeted later in reaction.
He was pointing to multiple reports and accounts by reputed personalities identifying Israel as the only possessor of nuclear arms in the Middle East. Those evidence include The Sunday Times’ historic report of 1986 that first broke the story on tip-off from former Israeli nuclear technician Mordechai Vanunu, and former US president Jimmy Carter’s similarly head-turning revelation that the occupying regime was in possession of hundreds of nuclear warheads.
Zarif incorporated The Sunday Times’ front page in his tweet, and said through his accusations, the Israeli premier was mindlessly trying to foment a war against Iran as part of the “B-Team.”
The hawkish group referred to as such by Iran’s foreign minister is also comprised of US National Security Adviser John Bolton, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The top diplomat has repeatedly condemned the foursome for their efforts to subject Iran to economic terrorism and bring about military aggression targeting the Islamic Republic.
“He & B-Team just want a war,” Zarif said, “no matter innocent blood & another $7 TRILLION,” referring to the amount Washington has admitted to spending in the Middle East and Central Asia towards military operations.
Zarif finally recalled Netanyahu’s remarks back in 2002, during which the Israeli premier promoted a US-led military aggression against Iraq by claiming that it would hugely benefit the region.
The United States led its allies in the invasion a year later. The war was ensued by devastating sectarian conflict and chaos in the Arab country and elsewhere in the region. The tumultuous aftermath also paved the way for emergence of Takfiri terrorists in the region.
“Remember his “GUARANTEE” of “positive reverberations” in ’02?” the tweet read, and also incorporated a video of Netanyahu’s giving the pledge.
“This time, he assuredly won’t be on the sidelines watching,” Zarif concluded, suggesting that the Israeli politician was trying to engulf the region in another destructive conflict.
Iran Says to Counter Any Disruption of Cooperation with IAEA
Kazem Gharibabadi also dismissed any attempt to pressure the IAEA over its cooperation with Iran.
“Any effort to disrupt and divert constructive and active cooperation between Iran and the agency and to exert unwarranted pressure on the agency are completely destructive and will be followed by Iran’s due measures,” said Gharibabadi.
He further said Washington has no jurisdiction over the IAEA as it does not belong to the US government.
“The agency is not a US-affiliated institution, so that [US National Security Advisor John] Bolton cannot set an agenda for the visits and trips by its officials,” he said.
The official noted that the trip to Iran by IAEA Acting Director General Cornel Feruta was within the framework of usual interactions and cooperation between Iran and the IAEA.
He rejected any claims of covert nuclear activities by Iran, adding, “There was no specific agenda for this visit as Bolton wished.”
“Naturally, during this visit, the two sides discussed cooperation in the fields of verification, the Additional Protocol and the comprehensive Safeguards Agreement,” he said.
Int’l Coalition Launched to Tackle Dust Storms
The coalition was established in coordination with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in line with the resolutions of the UN General Assembly.
It was formally launched in the fourteenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP14) in New Delhi. The coalition includes several specialized organizations of the UN.
The executive secretary of the New Delhi event said in a speech that “today, we are engaged in a relentless fight against one of the most challenging and destructive environmental phenomena. He said the need to tackle this problem which has gripped 151 countries in Asia, Africa, North America and Australia has come under the spotlight on the world stage.
This global coalition has been established based on three resolutions of the UN General Assembly as well as the resolutions of UNEP and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) on combating dust storms. The coalition aims to boost international cooperation in fighting dust storms, mobilize financial resources to contribute to that cooperation, bring about synergy among countries and specialized organizations involved in fighting dust storms, develop warning systems, detecting the root causes of these sand storms and cushion the effects of those storms on public health, the environment and economic activities based on a global action plan.
Iranian Family Making ‘Alamat’ for Generations
The “Hosseini Bros.” workshop has been making Alamats for about 70 years. Many old people involved in holding ritual mourning ceremonies in honour of Imam Hussein (PBUH) recall that the Hosseinis established one of the first Alamat-making workshops in capital Tehran decades ago.
The business booms every year in the lunar calendar month of Muharram.
Craftsmen making Alamat usually engrave the phrase Allahu Akbar (an Islamic phrase meaning God is the greatest) on the crests of its metal blades, and decorate the other parts with inscriptions from the verses of Quran, the Arabic attributes of God, Shiite prayers paying tribute to Imam Hussein, and with the names or even drawings of the Shiite Imams.
The artisans use various methods to engrave words or pictures on the metal blades, such as pressing silver, toreutics, or pickling with acid.
Alamat is a large and heavy metal banner with multiple blades that is carried in religious processions, particularly in the mourning ceremonies of Muharram.
What follows are photos of the workshop and the Alamats retrieved from the Azad News Agency (ANA):
