Nowruz (meaning “new day”) is an ancient festival that marks the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. Celebrated for over 3,000 years, it begins at the exact moment of the spring equinox (usually March 20 or 21), symbolizing renewal, rebirth, and the triumph of light over darkness. It is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of …

Before Nowruz, people thoroughly clean their homes—symbolizing a fresh start for the new year. The celebrations end with a day outdoors in nature, often involving picnics. People throw their Sabzeh into running water, symbolizing letting go of negativity. It connects people not only to their cultural heritage but also to the natural rhythms of the Earth. Beyond its colorful traditions …

Regarding education, Ebadi was fortunate to have grown up in a time when openness and access to education were still easy for women. The ruler at the time, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, dreamed that  would become a modern country like the Western countries. In return, he gave women more shares to appear in public. The Shahs, while symbolically creating opportunities for …

The marriage didn’t work outbut it was an amazing dress. And now Madonna’s wedding gown from her marriageto Sean Penn is up for auction and expected to reach up to $60,000. More than 140 of Madonna’spersonal items and memorabilia will go under the hammer in November as part of an “Icons& Idols: Rock ‘n’ Roll” auction held by the California-based …

Hamid Hiraad was born on January 30, 1991, in Chalus, a coastal city in northern. Growing up in a culturally rich region near the Caspian Sea, he developed an early interest in music and poetry. His artistic environment inspired him to explore traditional Persian literature, which later became a defining element of his music. From a young age, he showed …

Daryoush Shafa is born designer known for his work in the field of luxury product design, particularly in high-end watchmaking. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to the development of sophisticated designs that combine aesthetic elegance with technical precision. Shafa built a reputation in the luxury industry for his attention to detail, refined sense of proportion and …

Politics often feels intense, complicated, and sometimes even overwhelming. Policies affect millions of people, debates can get heated, and decisions carry real consequences. Because of that seriousness, conversations about politics can easily become stressful. But humor has always played an important role in helping people process complicated topics. A well-timed joke or a bit of lighthearted satire can make political …

Long before they arrived at the White House, Jackie Kennedy and John F. Kennedy established themselves as the picture-perfect American couple. After first meeting at a party in 1951, the two got engaged in 1953. However, the story of how the politician proposed to the journalist is debated. While some claim that he popped the question at Martin’s, a tavern …

President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of six U.S. soldiers in a drone strike on a command center in Kuwait. The president joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware as the flag-draped transfer cases carrying the service members’ remains return to the United States. The military identified the six service members in drone strike in Kuwait …

Ukraine continued its Ramadan iftar tradition this year, bringing together President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian Muslim defenders, leaders of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People, and representatives of the Muslim community, clergy, and diplomats. During the gathering, state awards were presented to Muslim warriors defending Ukraine on the frontline, recognising their courage and service. For the thirteenth Ramadan …