Culture

Iran Expands Traditional Crafts Sector in Khoy to Boost Nomadic Income and Protect Cultural Heritage

The Nomadic Affairs Department in Khoy has established thirty-nine new handicrafts workshops for local nomadic youth. This major development initiative aims to boost regional economic empowerment while creating long-term...

Iranian Actor Pejman Jamshidi Sentenced to 99 Lashes in Preliminary Court Ruling

A Tehran court has issued a preliminary verdict sentencing prominent Iranian actor and former national football player Pejman...

Tehran Theater Scene Welcomes Bold New Production of The Glass Menagerie Directed by Ali Hazrati

Iranian director Ali Hazrati has unveiled a new adaptation of The Glass Menagerie at Tehran’s Labkhand Theater Hall. The production introduces the...

Iran’s Ancient Riyab Village Pursues UNESCO World Heritage Status by 2026

The ancient village of Riyab in Iran’s Razavi Khorasan Province is moving forward with plans to secure UNESCO...

Canadian Rapper and Singer Drake Surprises Fans With Persian-Speaking Character in Latest Album

The multi-platinum Canadian recording artist Drake has officially surprised global audiences by including explicit references to Iranian culture....

Fajr Theater Festival Launches My Iran Section to Celebrate National Resistance

The Fajr International Theater Festival introduced a new section called My Iran, emphasizing national resistance. This section explores Iran’s historical struggles, including the Sacred...

Classic Gothic Novel “The Old English Baron” Debuts in Persian Translation

Iranian readers can now read the Old English Baron in Persian. Qoqnus Publications in Tehran released this translation recently. Maryam Mahdavi translated the work,...

Kerman History: Exploring Iran’s Desert Heritage

Kerman history comes alive through its ancient sites, gardens, and desert landscapes. Located in southeastern Iran, the province borders Fars, Yazd, South Khorasan, Sistan...

Saeed Pirdoust Dies at 85 Leaving Lasting Legacy in Iranian Cinema

Veteran Iranian actor Saeed Pirdoust has died at the age of 85, marking the loss of a celebrated figure in Iranian cinema. Saeed Pirdoust...

Taraneh Alidoosti Rejects Forced Hijab in Iran

Taraneh Alidoosti, one of Iran’s most acclaimed actors, has refused to act in films under forced hijab rules. Her decision marks a defining moment...

Yalda Night Celebration Marks Cultural Traditions in Iran

Iranians across the country celebrated Yalda Night on Sunday with lively gatherings, vibrant markets, and festive decorations. This longest night of the year highlights...