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Shared beliefs and culture underpin Tehran-Baghdad ties, Iraqi envoy says

Shared beliefs and culture underpin Tehran-Baghdad ties, Iraqi envoy says

Cultural, value-based, and religious elements have historically served as the foundational pillars for the establishment and continuity of relations between Iran and Iraq, the Iraqi ambassador to Tehran said.
China’s Ongoing Commitment to Safeguarding Its Cultural Legacy

China’s Ongoing Commitment to Safeguarding Its Cultural Legacy

For generations, artisans in Jingdezhen have practiced a meticulously segmented craft: refining clay, casting shapes, painting intricate motifs, applying glaze, and firing kilns.
Historic stone inscription uncovered at Tehran’s Anoushiravan Dadgar High School

Historic stone inscription uncovered at Tehran’s Anoushiravan Dadgar High School

A stone inscription detailing the construction and official opening dates of the historic Anoushiravan Dadgar High School has been uncovered during restoration works in Tehran.
Washington Post opinion editor resigns amid ongoing newsroom turmoil

Washington Post opinion editor resigns amid ongoing newsroom turmoil

The Washington Post's opinion editor has abruptly resigned, marking another leadership shakeup for a publication that has faced massive layoffs and the departure of its previous editor over the past five months.
Over 2 million Arbaeen pilgrims exit borders safely; 98% travel by land

Over 2 million Arbaeen pilgrims exit borders safely; 98% travel by land

Iran's police commander said over two million pilgrims have safely left the country through border crossings, with approximately 98 percent traveling via land routes, while authorities reported a 75 percent drop in fatal road accidents compared to previous years.
The legacy of Suhrawardi: A call to revisit the light of wisdom

The legacy of Suhrawardi: A call to revisit the light of wisdom

The commemoration of Sheikh Shahab al-Din Suhrawardi, the philosopher and founder of Illuminationist philosophy, was held online with speeches by prominent university professors, marking an occasion to reflect on the enduring relevance of his thought.
'The Odyssey' sales hit $639 million despite piracy leak on social media

'The Odyssey' sales hit $639 million despite piracy leak on social media

Christopher Nolan's epic "The Odyssey" has surpassed $639 million in global box office sales, even as pirated copies of the film have circulated on social media platforms, with one high-quality version reportedly viewed millions of times before being taken down.
What does 'Alamut' mean?

What does 'Alamut' mean?

The word "Alamut" is composed of two parts: "Al" meaning eagle, and "Amut" meaning training or teaching, leading to interpretations such as "eagle's nest" or "place where eagles teach their young."
In Praise of Akbar Abdi: The Man of a Thousand Faces Who Poured His Soul Into Every Role

In Praise of Akbar Abdi: The Man of a Thousand Faces Who Poured His Soul Into Every Role

Akbar Abdi, one of the most iconic, versatile, and beloved figures in the history of Iranian cinema and television, passed away at the age of 65, leaving behind a legendary legacy spanning more than four decades.
'Game of Thrones' Film-Concert Set for Tabriz Performance

'Game of Thrones' Film-Concert Set for Tabriz Performance

A live film-concert performance featuring the iconic soundtrack of the hit series Game of Thrones will be staged in Tabriz on September 3 and 4, accompanied by the Navya Grand Orchestra.
Iran's Alamut Castle Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site

Iran's Alamut Castle Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site

The historical ensemble of "Alamut Castle and Its Associated Fortifications" has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list as Iran's 30th cultural and natural site.
From Luigi Pesce to Erich Schmidt: Story of Persepolis’s Oldest Photographs

From Luigi Pesce to Erich Schmidt: Story of Persepolis’s Oldest Photographs

In the autumn of 1857, an Italian military officer carrying a heavy camera climbed the Marvdasht plain and stood before the monumental columns of Persepolis, capturing the oldest known photograph of the ancient Achaemenid site.
Defining the Islamic-Iranian Lifestyle: The Intellectual Legacy of the Martyred Leader

Defining the Islamic-Iranian Lifestyle: The Intellectual Legacy of the Martyred Leader

While the discourse surrounding gender equality and gender justice has long been a subject of global debate—often misinterpreted as the absolute uniformity of roles—the martyred Leader spent decades meticulously delineating the boundary between "equality" and "justice." In his worldview, the family serves as the "fundamental cell of society" and the woman stands as its "pivotal element," establishing a framework where civilization cannot progress without healthy, thriving domestic units.