Culture

Two Iranians nominated for 2027 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award

Writer Abbas Jahangirian and illustrator Amir Shabanipoor, both from Iran, have been nominated for the 2027 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, a Swedish prize for children's and young adult literature.

Iran’s Paleolithic record central to human evolution debates, museum expert says

An archaeologist at the National Museum of Iran has written in Tehran Times that Iran's Paleolithic record places the country at the centre of debates on human evolution.

Iranian film ‘Midday Meal’ wins top prize at Busan festival

Iranian director Majid Majidi's film Midday Meal won the Busan Award for best film at the 31st Busan International Film Festival in South Korea on Thursday.

Iran proposes joint travel packages to attract more Chinese tourists

Iran proposed five measures to increase Chinese tourist arrivals, including joint travel packages, in a message read at a meeting in Beijing on Friday, Tehran Times reported.

Director says Iranian passport holders in play cannot get US visas

Iranian director Amir Reza Koohestani said Iranian-passport holders in his company could not obtain US visas for the play "Blind Runner" in California, Culture OC reported.

Iranian Artist Sohrab Pournazeri Gains Recording Academy Membership

Iranian composer and musician Sohrab Pournazeri has joined the Recording Academy, marking an important milestone for his international career. The achievement also strengthens the...

Imam Hussein Remembered as a Ship of Salvation and Source of Guidance

Imam Hussein (AS) has been described as a symbol of guidance and hope in a recent religious reflection. The discussion highlights his spiritual importance...

Five Iranian Films Featured at Hiroshima Love and Peace Film Festival

The 13th Hiroshima Iran Love & Peace Film Festival opened in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday, bringing together filmmakers and audiences through cinema. The annual...

Iranian Animated Film ‘Legend of Sepehr’ Set for Theatrical Release in Russia

The Iranian animated feature Legend of Sepehr will begin its theatrical release across Russia on August 20, expanding its international audience following its successful...

Iran Showcases Rare Zaferani Quran with Early Persian Translation

Iran has unveiled a high-quality facsimile edition of the historic Zaferani Quran during a ceremony in Tehran. Scholars recognize the manuscript as the oldest...

Five Iranian Films Earn Spots at International Youth Film Festival in Russia

Five Iran films will represent the country at the 16th International Youth Film Festival Light of the World, strengthening Iran’s presence in international youth...