Iran calls on US to stop provocative actions in Caribbean

TEHRAN – Iran has denounced the United States for their “provocative and destabilizing” military actions in the Caribbean and Latin America, warning that Washington’s conduct poses a serious threat to regional peace, stability, and international security.

Scholars worldwide unite in Tehran to condemn ‘Sophicide’

TEHRAN — Leading intellectuals, scientists, philosophers, and religious figures from across the world gathered in Tehran on Thursday for an international conference titled “Scholars Rise Against Sophicide”, to denounce the deliberate targeting of scientists and thinkers and to defend the sanctity of knowledge and scholarship.

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America's failure to shape the new Middle East order

TEHRAN- In a note, Sobh-e-No dealt with America's failure to shape the new Middle East order.

Gol Ghaltan ritual registered in a village in Fars province

TEHRAN-- The cultural event called Gol Ghaltan (literally meaning rolling in flowers) in Karadeh village of Khafar district, Fars province, has been registered in national tourism calendar.

Special plan for historical texture of 3 Kermanshah’s ancient cities under compilation

TEHRAN—Kermanshah province has three ancient cities of Kermanshah, Sonqor, and Nowdeshah and special plan for historical textures of these cities is under compilation to revive and promote them.

Iranians top list of pilgrimage tourists to Iraq

TEHRAN -  Iranians remain the largest group of religious tourists visiting Iraq, particularly to the holy city of Karbala.

Ilam Handicrafts Exhibition begins in Iraq’s Wasit province

TEHRAN— Ilam Handicrafts Exhibition began in the Iraqi province of Wasit on Friday, with the participation of 15 Iranian artists and producers in this field.

Tehran to host exhibit dedicated to Iranian, Chinese arts

TEHRAN — An exhibition, featuring a selection of archaeological and artistic treasures from Iran and China, will officially open at the National Museum of Iran on Tuesday, October 14.

Oral, dental health campaign underway in elementary schools

TEHRAN – The health ministry kicked off a week-long national oral and dental campaign in elementary schools on Saturday to raise awareness about the fundamental role of oral and dental health in overall health.

‘Developed Iran’ to focus on water, clean energy

TEHRAN – The second international event titled ‘Developed Iran’ will be held with a focus on water, electricity, and renewable energies on November 5.

Iranian universities increase by 20% in THE rankings

TEHRAN – The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 has placed 101 Iranian universities among the top institutions, up from 85 universities in 2025.

Intl. conference on information, knowledge technology slated for December

TEHRAN – The 16th international conference on information and knowledge technology (IKT 2025) is scheduled to be held in Tehran from December 23 to 25.

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‘Judicial overreach’ and ‘economic terrorism’

TEHRAN - Shargh, in an editorial, addressed the U.S. sanctions imposed on 29 entities linked to Iran across different countries, writing: On Thursday, the United States government announced that it had added 29 entities (including 26 companies) to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s restricted list.

Nationwide rallies in Iran showcase solidarity with Gazans

TEHRAN – Mass rallies were held in Tehran and other Iranian cities on Friday in a show of solidarity with the people of Gaza, as demonstrators called for the swift delivery of humanitarian aid to the blockaded enclave.

US, Israel sought to trigger internal chaos through terror plots: Iran intelligence minister

TEHRAN – Iran’s intelligence minister has revealed that during the U.S.-Israeli aggression in June, Washington and Tel Aviv attempted to destabilize the country by mobilizing Daesh and other Takfiri militants from Syria to launch terror attacks inside Iran.

Gaza truce deal not end of road; criminals should be held accountable: Iran

TEHRAN – Iran’s Government Spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani has expressed the country’s backing for a ceasefire in Gaza, stressing the truce agreement in Gaza “is not the end of the road” and that those behind the crimes committed by the Tel Aviv regime must be tried in international courts.

International conference launches in Tehran to denounce Israeli-US assassination of scientists

TEHRAN – Iran has inaugurated an international conference titled “Scholars Rise Against Sophicide” to denounce the systematic campaign of assassinations targeting scientists, orchestrated by the United States and Israel.

US and Israel go after Iran's allies, showing no sign of de-escalation

TEHRAN – Israel and the United States are escalating their campaign of economic, military, and diplomatic coercion against Iran, focusing their efforts in recent days on undermining the two of the country's biggest allies, China and Russia, who provide economic, diplomatic, support against external threats, and could potentially offer Iran military aid in the future. 

Ayatollah Khamenei encourages innovative approaches to teach and promote prayer

TEHRAN – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has emphasized the central role of prayer in shaping both worldly life and the hereafter, calling on religious institutions and devout citizens to utilize modern tools to advance its practice.

Echoes of the past: Fragment of an Achaemenid relief                      

Governor calls for intl. promotion of Marivan

TEHRAN – The governor of Marivan has urged greater efforts to promote the city’s tourism potential at both national and international levels, saying its attractions have not yet been properly introduced to domestic and foreign audiences.

‘Tehran rainbow of Iranian ethnicities, symbol of national unity’

TEHRAN — Tehran, as a symbol of cultural diversity, and national identity, holds immense potential to become one of Iran’s top cultural tourism destinations, Governor-General of Tehran said on Thursday during a visit to the historical Si-e Tir Street.

Tehran, Managua underline co-op in urban development

TEHRAN – Iranian and Nicaraguan officials have highlighted the significance of boosting collaboration in areas related to urban development.

WMBD: create a world where birds, people thrive together

TEHRAN – Celebrated twice a year—in May and October— World Migratory Bird Day 2025 aims to raise awareness about the many challenges migratory birds face due to human activities and expanding urban development, as well as driving change to design urban environments that support both birds and people.

35 countries attending Iran Med 2025

TEHRAN – The third international medical, dental, and pharmaceutical equipment exhibition, known as Iran Med, kicked off in Tehran on Thursday with the participation of around 300 domestic and foreign companies from 35 countries.

Marriage 2.5 times divorce in 6 months

TEHRAN – In the first six months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, a total of 228,860 marriages and 89,851 divorces were registered across the country, according to the Civil Registration Organization.