I still remember the music echoing through Vahdat Hall. It was the opening night of the Russian Cultural Week in Tehran—an event that had all the makings of something truly beautiful. Officials, artists, students, media activists, curious…
Category: 6. Culture
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What Israel’s War on Iran Ruined: A Memorable Cultural Week
I still remember the music echoing through Vahdat Hall. It was the opening night of the Russian Cultural Week in Tehran—an event that had all the makings of something truly beautiful. Officials, artists, students, media activists, curious…
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Pakistani poet condemns Israel’s actions, emphasizes cultural security
TEHRAN – In a recent statement reflecting on Israel’s strikes on Iran, Pakistani poet and scholar Ali Kumail Qazalbash highlighted the nature of Israel and emphasized the importance of cultural and diplomatic approaches to resolving disputes.
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“The Full Moon Coffee Shop” at Iranian bookstores
TEHRAN – A Persian translation of Japanese author Mai Mochizuki’s “The Full Moon Coffee Shop” has recently been published by Milkan Publications in Tehran.
The book has been translated into Persian by Marzieh Ashouri.
“The Full Moon…
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Iranian actors Parsa Pirouzfar, Hoda Zeinolabedin win awards at Cinema Jove
TEHRAN – The 2024 Iranian drama romance television miniseries “At the End of the Night” directed by Ida Panahandeh has won two awards from the 40th Valencia International Film Festival – Cinema Jove, which was held in Spain from June 19 to…
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‘Nature, the silent part in wars’
TEHRAN –Nature is part of our community, but unlike people, it is silent, and this silence is the most dangerous sign of its suffering, an official with the Department of Environment has said.
Iran is a treasure trove of biodiversity, from the…
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Nationwide campaign aims to free 17,000 prisoners in Muharram
TEHRAN – A nationwide campaign was launched on June 27, the beginning of the month of Muharram, aiming to help release 17,000 prisoners of intentional crimes.
In this line, a total of 187 prisoners (11 women and 176 men) have been freed until…
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Newborn foals give hope to Persian zebra’s survival
TEHRAN – With the birth of four foals in Kavir National Park, the number of Persian zebras has reached eight this year, indicating the improved habitat condition and effective conservation management of the endangered animal.
The current…
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Lake Urmia water level shrinks by 51cm yr/yr
TEHRAN – The current water level of Lake Urmia stands at 1270.09 meters, indicating a fifty-one-centimeter decline compared to the same time last year.
In comparison to the long-term average, it has dropped by 420 centimeters, IRNA quoted Yousef…
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“Umbilical Cord” returns to Turkish theater stage
TEHRAN – The play “Umbilical Cord,” written and directed by Iranian director Mostafa Pouryousef, has returned to the stage in Istanbul, Turkey.
According to Sara Haddadi, the executive producer and head of public relations of the play, it was…
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