UNESCO-designated Lut Desert to host marathon

TEHRAN – The eighth edition of a marathon running is scheduled to be held in the touristic Shahdad region of the UNESCO-registered Lut Desert on October 17.

Fajr Intl. Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival set to grace Tehran with global artistry

TEHRAN - The vibrant and diverse range of global handicrafts and traditional arts is set to go on show at the 8th Fajr International Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival in Tehran.

Tehran Papers:

Indonesia is island of opportunities

In a note, Vatan-e-Emrooz addressed the president’s visit to Indonesia and relations between the two countries.

By Mehdi Soltani

Russia and Iran in the energy market: Competition or cooperation?

Many observers believe Moscow is behind every significant international development or organization, be that the results of the US Presidential elections or the decisions of the European Parliament.

Sorkheh to stage bread baking competition

TEHRAN –Sorkheh, an ancient town in central Iran, is preparing to hold a major bread-baking competition in a bid to put the spotlight on know-how passed down from generation to generation.

Locals show off home cooking at Bojnurd festival

TEHRAN– 140 participants showed off cooking skills at a culinary festival dedicated to local dishes held on December 22 in Bojnurd, the capital of North Khorasan province.

Movies from Iran line up for Vesoul festival of Asian cinema  

TEHRAN – Several movies by Iranian filmmakers will be competing in the 28th Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinemas as the organizers announced their official lineup on Tuesday.