History

Enayat Fani is a  journalist, writer, and commentator best known for his work with BBC Persian. Over the years, he has contributed to news reporting, political analysis, and discussions on Middle Eastern affairs, Iranian politics, culture, and international relations. As with many journalists covering politically sensitive subjects, his reporting has received both praise and criticism from different audiences. BBC Persian …

Masoumeh Dadeh-Bala, universally known by her stage name Hayedeh, remains one of the most celebrated and influential singers in the history of Iranian music. Born on April 11, 1942, in Tehran, she possessed an extraordinary voice that distinguished her from nearly every other vocalist of her generation. Her rich alto range, exceptional vocal power, and emotional depth enabled her to …

The history of television in Iran reflects the country’s broader political, economic, and technological transformation during the twentieth century. Television was introduced to Iran at a time when many countries were beginning to recognize the power of visual media as a means of communication, education, entertainment, and national development. Although discussions about establishing a national broadcasting organization had begun in …

The history of women’s clothing in Iran reflects the country’s broader political, cultural, and ideological transformations. Throughout the twentieth century, governments used dress codes not only as matters of personal appearance but also as symbols of national identity, modernization, religious values, and political authority. Successive governments adopted dramatically different approaches toward women’s clothing, ranging from banning traditional Islamic veils to …

In the spring of 1969, a significant event in the cultural relations between Iran and France took place in Paris. Her Majesty Queen Farah Pahlavi, whose efforts to promote Iranian culture and civilization had already gained international recognition, traveled to France to inaugurate one of the most ambitious cultural projects undertaken by Iran abroad: the House of Iran in Paris. …

After leaving, Ghorbani lived in France and later settled in the United States, particularly in Los Angeles, which became a center for the Iranian diaspora music scene. Growing up in a family deeply connected to entertainment and music influenced his artistic interests from an early age. Kambiz Ghorbani is often credited as one of the early figures associated with Iranian …

Zeid-Abadi, who wrote a weekly column for Rooz Online, a Farsi- and English-language reformist news website, was arrested in Tehran, according to news reports. Zeid-Abadi had also been a supporter of the defeated 2009 presidential candidate Mehdi Karroubi and had served as director of the politically active Organization of University Alumni of the Islamic Republic.On November 23, 2009, Zeid-Abadi was …

An influencer is a person who has built an audience and gained the ability to affect opinions, trends, and consumer behavior through digital platforms. Influencers use social media, blogs, video-sharing platforms, and other online channels to connect with followers and share content related to their interests, lifestyle, or expertise. In the modern digital world, influencers have become powerful voices in …

Sharon Stone is an actress, author and loving mother of three. She first became a mom in 2000 when she and her then-husband Phil Bronstein adopted their first child together, son Roan, 26. In 2005, she adopted her second son, Laird, 21, followed by her third son, Quinn, 20, a year later. Stone has been open about the several tragedies …

Introduction The funeral ceremony of Sayyida Hajiya Khadija Khatami, sister of former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, was held at the Rawzah Mohammadiyeh Mosque in Yazd and attended by political figures, religious personalities, provincial officials, reformist politicians, and members of the public. The ceremony quickly became an important topic across Iranian political and social media because of the historical significance of …