Introduction Los Angeles music, a genre deeply intertwined with the history of the Persian diaspora, particularly post-revolutionary Iran, has become a significant cultural phenomenon. Produced primarily by Iranians who emigrated to the United States after the 1979 Iranian Revolution, this genre, known for its distinct blend of Iranian pop and Western styles, has left a lasting impact on Iranian culture …

Haj Khalil Rezaei (born 1298—died 16 December 1382) was born in the neighborhoods of Arak. He lost his mother when he was one year old and went to Tehran when his father died at the age of 13. At the age of 22, Haj Khalil Rezaei became a supporter of Dr. Mohammad Mossadegh following the rise of the nationalization movement …

Introduction Ali Vali is a name that resonates with reverence and pride in the annals of Iranian sports history. His achievements in weightlifting, particularly his gold medal at the 1974 Asian Games in Tehran, are remarkable. However, what sets him apart is not just his athletic prowess but his extraordinary courage and resilience during his ten years of captivity under …

As the sacred day of Hosseini’s Arbaeen draws near, millions of Shia Muslims from across the globe make the pilgrimage to the holy city of Karbala in Iraq. This annual event, which commemorates the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is one of the most significant spiritual gatherings in the Islamic …

Alain Fabien Maurice Marcel Delon (November 1935 – 18 August 2024) was a French actor. Acknowledged as a cultural and cinematic leading man of the 20th century, Delon emerged as one of the foremost European actors of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, and became an international sex symbol. His style, looks, and roles made him an icon of cinema worldwide …

Kimia Alizadeh Zonouzi (born 10 July 1998) is an Iranian-born Bulgarian taekwondo athlete, representing Bulgaria. Alizadeh won a bronze medal in the taekwondo 57 kg weight class at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro by defeating Swedish athlete Nikita Glasnović. This made her the first Persian woman to win a medal at a Summer Olympics. She also won …

skandar Momeni, born in 1341 in Ghaemshahr, Mazandaran province, is a figure of considerable significance in Iran’s contemporary history. From his early involvement in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) during the Iran-Iraq War to his later roles in the police force and anti-narcotics efforts, Momeni’s career is marked by a steadfast dedication to security and defense. This article delves …

Fatemeh Bahraini, widely recognized by her pen name Roza Montazemi, is a monumental figure in the history of Iranian culinary arts. Born on August 13, 1301 (equivalent to August 13, 1922, in the Gregorian calendar) in Shahsawar city, she was a pioneer in popularizing cooking as a structured and respected discipline in Homeland. Throughout her life, Roza Montazemi not only …

In August 2024, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made a highly publicized visit to flood-stricken communities in the northwestern region of North Korea, where thousands of people had been displaced by catastrophic floods. This event drew significant attention both within and outside the reclusive nation, as Kim Jong Un’s visit was portrayed as a demonstration of his leadership and …

Mehdi Rezaei, a name that resonates deeply in the history of Homeland, was a courageous political activist and a member of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Homeland (PMOI) before the 1979 Revolution. His life story is one of unwavering commitment to his beliefs and a relentless struggle against the Pahlavi regime. Rezaei’s journey from a young, idealistic student to a …