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From field to factory; harvesting cotton in pictures
While reaping is the final measure in the production of cotton crops, it is the vitally important phase. The flower buds must be harvested before…
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Iran's stair- stepped village in foothills of Zagros
The stair- stepped Sar agha Seyed village rests in the foothills of the Zagros Mountain range. A small community of farmers and ranchers, following…
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The winners of the 38th Tehran International Short Film Festival announced
The winners of the International Cinema and the Iranian Cinema competitions of the 38th Tehran International Short Film Festival were announced…
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Isfahan, Nigeria to tighten ties
Referring to the grounds of cultural cooperation among sister cities, the Mayor of Isfahan said, "One of the common grounds for cooperation between…
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Harvesting Plums Festival
As autumn begins, the fields are cleared of crops; harvest season in Iran is accompanied by some festivals and celebrations.
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Winners of the 34th International Film Festival for Children and Youth announced
The Winners of the 34th International Film Festival for Children and Youth in different sections were announced during a ceremony held on Wednesday…
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International Children and Youth Film Festival to gain everlasting life
"With the establishment of a permanent secretariat in the child-friendly city of Isfahan, this one-week event can be turned into a continuous…
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Iranians hold mourning rituals over martyrdom anniversary of Imam Reza (PBUH)
Iranian mourners commemorated the tragic martyrdom anniversary of Ali ibn Musa al-Reza, the eighth Shias’ Imam.
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Karbala welcomes black-clad mourners
Muslims performed mourning rituals of Arba'een in Iraqi's holy city of Karbala to commemorate the seventh-century martyrdom of Prophet Mohammad's…
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Labbaik Ya Hussain
Arba’een is a holly religious observance that falls forty days after the Day of Ashura which marks the martyrdom of Imam Hussein and his 72 companions…
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Happy new academic year
September 25 is considered as the start of the school year in Iran. There is the mixed feelings of happiness, homesickness, joy and excitement…
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International Film Festival for Children & Youth Isfahan's cultural treasure
"International Film Festival for Children & Youth is one of the cultural and artistic assets that has been lent to Isfahan by the country's artistic…
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Revisiting September 11
The following photographs were all made on September 11 and are described here in Nachtwey's own words: "In my mind it all went into slow motion.…
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Harvesting rice on Northern Iran's paddy fields
In Northern Iran, you can enjoy astonishing views of large paddy fields coating the areas in green. The must-see sight of rice farms provide…
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Bird Photographer of the Year 2021 finalists
Bird photographer of the year 2021 has been unveiled, with a photo of a roadrunner stopped in its tracks by the US-Mexico border wall taking…
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Iran's morgues under pressure
Mounting deaths from the latest surge in Delta variant of COVID -19 have put the morgues and funeral homes under pressure across Iran.
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Comedy wildlife photography awards 2021
Gophers goofing around, a laughing snake and racoons seemingly sharing their secrets are among the shortlisted images for the 2021 Comedy Wildlife…
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Coronavirus death toll on the rise
As the Coronavirus Pandemic has spread across the world, people have become more familiar with the death tolls that the official health authorities…
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Then and now pictures of Hamedan
Repeatedly renovating cities over years, decades, and centuries has left us with environments that reflect every interval of urban history at…
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Happy National Doctors' Day
Iranians observe National Doctor’s Day on August 23 which is the birth anniversary of Persian physician Avicenna, the father of early modern…
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By Elahe Seyfodin
Afghanistan remained in political turmoil
Following the Taliban’s military takeover of Afghanistan, many Afghans hoped to flee the country and escape Taliban rule. They continue to leave…
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The night of the oppressed held in Iran
The night of Ashura, marking the anniversary of Imam Hussain’s martyrdom, in Iran is called Shaam-e Ghariban, meaning “the night of the oppressed”.…
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Blood donation movement in Muharram
Since the beginning of Muharram, more than 1,800 people in Isfahan province have participated in the blood donation movement to show their faith…
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Ashura rituals in pictures
The 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, marks the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (PBUH), the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, along with 72 loyal…
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Mourning days of Tasu’a and Ashura arrived
Tasu’a and Ashura,holding great historical religious significance, are solemn days observed by Muslims on the 9th and 10th of Muharram respectively.
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Nationwide lockdown brought into effect
In an effort to curb the highly contagious Delta variant, Iranian authorities have imposed a six-day nationwide lockdown from August 16 lasting…
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Muharram mourning rituals in place observing safety protocols
Iranian health officials urged people to observe health and safety protocols and practice social distancing during Muharram mourning rituals,…
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Iranian hospitals run out of intensive care unit beds
Since the coronavirus pandemic rocked the globe, thousands of Iranians have lost their lives from complications of COVID-19, many of whom were…
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Greece fires in pictures
The wildfires that broke out in Attica and Evia this week have burned more than 25,000 hectares
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Isfahan clothed in black respecting Muharram
Emphasizing that mourning ceremonies of Muharram will be held in conformity with instructions issued by the National Task Force Against Coronavirus,…