TEHRAN – As Iran hosts the ongoing Russia’s Cultural Week, Russian Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova is currently in Tehran to participate in the event. In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times, she discussed how this cultural…
Category: 6. Culture
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Persian carpets in halls of power where anti-Iran sanctions are issued
By Fateme TorkashvandIn a recent post on X, formerly Twitter, marking National Carpet Day, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reflected on one of the country’s most enduring symbols: the Persian…
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Public diplomacy and language proficiency
“Developing public and educational diplomacy in today’s world is not possible without mastery of language. Language learning plays a crucial role in public and educational diplomacy.
In fact, learning foreign languages not only enables individuals…
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A perfect destination for nature lovers
The green plains on the outskirts of Germi, a city in northwestern Ardabil Province, are perfect destinations for nature lovers and travelers.
Surrounded by lush mountains, Germi offers pleasant weather and eye-catching natural attractions.
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FAO highlights SFM practices to address Zagros Forest challenges
TEHRAN – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Forestry Officer from the Regional Office of Asia Pacific has highlighted the need for adopting global Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) practices at the local level to address Zagros Forest…
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The invisible hand of data: how algorithms quietly shape your daily life
TEHRAN – From the moment you wake up and check your phone to the late-night scroll before bed, algorithms are working behind the scenes, shaping what you see, buy, and even think.
These invisible digital forces, powered by data science, influence…
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Tolstoy in Iran, Ferdowsi in Russia
The opening ceremony of the Russia Cultural Week in Iran was held at Vahdat Hall on Tuesday night in the presence of Seyyed Abbas Salehi, Russia’s Minister of Culture, her Russian counterpart, Olga Borisovna Lyubimova, Russian traditional music…
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Commemoration of Alexander Pushkin held at Iran’s National Library
TEHRAN – In an effort to strengthen cultural ties between Iran and Russia, a ceremony honoring the legendary poet and pioneer of modern Russian literature, Alexander Pushkin, was held on Tuesday at the International Conference Hall of the…
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3rd Iranian Ethnic Music Festival kicks off in Shiraz
TEHRAN – The 3rd edition of the Iranian Ethnic Music Festival was inaugurated in Shiraz on Tuesday, following two successful previous editions held in Tehran.
This year’s event takes place at the Sadi mausoleum, where eight music groups…
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Photo exhibition at Sa’dabad Complex bridging Iranian, Mexican cultures
TEHRAN – A photo exhibition, showcasing the works of the late Mexican photographer Mariana Yampolski, was launched at the Museum of Fine Arts at the Sa’dabad Cultural and Historical Complex in Tehran on Tuesday in the presence of the Ambassador…
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