When heavy bombing strikes a major city, daily life transforms into a constant state of alert. In Tehran, the ongoing conflict has brought repeated waves of explosions, airstrikes, and shockwaves that ripple through neighborhoods—turning ordinary homes into fragile shelters. Amid this chaos, one simple but powerful image has emerged across the city: people taping their windows, trying to prevent glass …

Kharg Island is roughly 8 km long and 4 km wide, with a dry, rocky landscape typical of the Persian Gulf region. The island experiences a hot desert climate, with extremely high summer temperatures and mild winters. Its location in the northern Persian Gulf places it close to major shipping routes, making it ideal for oil transportation. The surrounding waters …

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 …