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2025-07-12 17:36
By Afshin Majlesi
A journey beyond the misconceptions
TEHRAN - For those who dare to look beyond the headlines, Iran unveils a spectacular array of treasures. From the ancient ruins of Persepolis, once the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, to the winding alleyways and wind towers of Yazd, a UNESCO-listed desert city, the country is a living museum.
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2025/01/28
By M.A. Saki
Lingering energy subsidy system is fundamentally wrong
Subsidized energy policies at the cost of public health and economy
TEHRAN - Inexpert decisions coupled with populist policies have led to alarming energy consumption at the cost of the environment, public health, waste of natural resources, and drain of national wealth.
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2024-01-17 17:27
Iran stands firm against transfer of Cyrus Cylinder to Jerusalem
TEHRAN – Iran is to take legal action against a possible transfer of the revered Cyrus Cylinder to Jerusalem, scheduled to take place next fall in the form of a loan exhibition by the British Museum.
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2023-12-26 18:28
By Afshin Majlesi
Taste of Iran beyond media portrayals
Frequently depicted through lenses of political tensions and historical misunderstandings, Iran’s allure as a tourist destination often contends with a distorted portrayal aired by certain media outlets.
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2022-11-26 21:51
No political football for Iran World Cup clash: Berhalter
TEHRAN – The U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter said politics would not come into his team's must-win World Cup match against Iran.