Dubai Opera stands as one of the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks—an architectural masterpiece and a world-class performing arts venue that brings global talent to the heart of Downtown Dubai. Nestled beside the Burj Khalifa and overlooking the dazzling Dubai Fountain, it offers a spectacular setting where art, elegance, and innovation meet. Inspired by the graceful shape of a traditional …

Infectious coughs—whether caused by viruses or bacteria—typically last less than three weeks and are often accompanied by symptoms such as fever, fatigue, swollen glands, and a runny nose. During this period, you may experience frequent coughing fits throughout the day as your body works to clear the infection. These coughs are common during colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. Certain …

On Wednesday, November 12, the grand stage of Vahdat Hall witnessed an event that will be remembered as one of the most significant milestones in the cultural history of Iran: for the first time, a woman officially stood on the podium as conductor of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. Paniz Feryosefi, a young but seasoned Iranian musician, violinist, teacher, and composer, …

When calorie intake drops drastically, the body undergoes significant hormonal changes that affect both appetite and metabolism. One of the main hormones involved is ghrelin, known as the “hunger hormone.” As calorie consumption decreases, ghrelin levels rise, sending strong hunger signals to the brain and making it difficult to resist eating. At the same time, levels of leptin, the hormone …

The fall of the Berlin Wall (German: Mauerfall) on 9 November 1989 stands as one of the most defining moments of the twentieth century — a spectacular event that marked the symbolic and practical end of the Cold War, the collapse of communism in Eastern and Central Europe, and the reunification of Germany after forty years of division. For decades, …

Amin Hayaei (امین حیایی), born on June 19, 1960, in the Qeytariyeh neighborhood of Tehran, is one of Iran’s most beloved and versatile actors. His journey from a young theater enthusiast to one of the most acclaimed faces of Iranian cinema represents a rare blend of perseverance, artistic curiosity, and emotional intelligence. Hayaei was born into a middle-class family. His …

Limiting salt intake to one teaspoon a day can have a major impact on heart health. Professor Francesco Cappuccio, a cardiologist at the University of Warwick, explains that salt, composed of sodium and chloride, directly influences blood pressure. Excess sodium causes the body to retain water, increasing blood volume and putting extra strain on artery walls. This leads to higher …

Released during one of the most turbulent periods in modern history, Casablanca (1942) remains a cinematic masterpiece that continues to define the golden age of Hollywood. Directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid, the film masterfully intertwines romance, moral conflict, and political intrigue against the backdrop of World War II. While many of its …

Mitra Hajjar was born on February 4, 1976, in Mashhad, one of Iran’s largest and most culturally rich cities. As the first child of Mohammad Hassan Hajjar and Mehri Jahed, she grew up in a family that valued education, culture, and art. Her family’s intellectual environment shaped her sensitivity to literature and the arts from a young age. Mitra has …

Ali Akbar Jamshidi, better known as Ali Akbar Nateq Nouri, was born on 14 October 1944 in the northern Iranian city of Noor, Mazandaran Province. Over the past five decades, he has been one of the most prominent conservative clerics and politicians in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Known for his dual roles as a religious scholar and a political …