History

The final days of Aban 1344 (November 1965) stand out in Iran’s collective memory as a time when devotion, craftsmanship, culture, and communal emotion converged in a unique and unforgettable event. The journey of the newly constructed shrine of Hazrat Abolfazl al-Abbas (AS)—Qamar Bani Hashem, the loyal brother of Imam Hussein (AS)—from Isfahan to Karbala was not merely a logistical …

Habibollah Asgarovaladi (May 2, 1932 – November 14, 2013) remains one of the most influential and enduring figures in the political history of post-revolutionary Iran. His life, which spanned from the late Pahlavi era to the height of the Islamic Republic’s political transformations, reflects the evolution of conservative politics, the role of the Iranian bazaar class, and the internal debates …

In November 1975, an ordinary afternoon on one of Tehran’s bustling streets turned into an unforgettable moment, frozen forever by the lens of photographer Jafar Daniali. The incident was deceptively simple in its origins: a conflict between a teenage street vendor and a passerby over the value of a five-rial coin. Yet the sudden escalation of the argument into a …

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 …

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 …

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 …

When Ali Amini became prime minister of Iran in May 1961, he inherited a country burdened by economic crisis, administrative inefficiency, and deep-seated corruption within the state and military elite. His government came to power with the backing of the Shah, yet its mission quickly placed it in confrontation with entrenched interests across Iran’s bureaucracy and armed forces. Within months, …

Ramin Parchami , born on September 17, 1973, in Tehran, Iran, is one of the most well-known Iranian actors of his generation—an artist whose career has spanned over three decades across film, television, and theater. His life story is not only that of an actor who rose through the ranks of Iran’s performing arts but also of a citizen who …

Abdullah Taleh Hamedani, the son of Suleiman, was born in the city of Hamedan in 1292 AH (approximately 1875 CE) into a Jewish family. His life’s journey from a culturally active childhood to becoming one of Iran’s most versatile poets, composers, and musicians of the early 20th century reflects not only his individual brilliance but also the broader currents of …