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.

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. The prominent musician specifically features a...

Iranian Pop Icon Moein Denies Reports of World Cup Anthem Collaboration With Iran National Team

The famous Iranian pop singer Moein recently rejected official claims regarding a musical collaboration with the national football team. This development began after Mehdi...

Iran Football Federation Holds Grand Send-Off Ceremony for Iran National Football Team Ahead of 2026 World Cup Journey

The Iranian Football Federation organized a major public event at Tehran's Revolution Square on Wednesday afternoon. President Mehdi Taj led the official delegation alongside...

Iranian Actress Golshifteh Farahani and French President Emmanuel Macron Relationship Rumors Draw International Attention

French media outlets recently reported a high-profile domestic incident involving the nation’s presidential couple and a famous Iranian star. Sources indicate that Brigitte Macron...

Iranian Comedy Legend Akbar Abdi Hospitalized After Serious Cardiac Emergency in ICU

Akbar Abdi's health became a major headline today. Medical professionals recently admitted the legendary Iranian actor to an intensive care unit. This development followed...

Navan and Barbara Inspire Global Cultural Fusion With “Voilà” and “Soltane Ghalbha” Mashup

Global fusion music continues gaining attention after a viral performance blended two iconic songs from different traditions. The mashup combines “Voilà” by Barbara with...