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Sunday, 26 August 2018 12:32
One killed as 5.9 magnitude quake hits Iran’s western province of Kermanshah
One killed as 5.9 magnitude quake hits Iran’s western province of Kermanshah August 25, 2018 - An earthquake measuring 5.9 magnitude on the Richter scale struck about 55 miles (88 km) west-northwest of Kermanshah, in western Iran early on Sunday, killing one and wounding 58. The casualties were in the…
Sunday, 26 August 2018 12:19
Iran’s Ganjzadeh wins Asian Games karate gold
Iran’s Ganjzadeh wins Asian Games karate gold August 25, 2018 - Iran’s Sajjad Ganjzadeh won a gold medal in Karate contests of the 2018 Asian Games currently underway in Jakarta, Indonesia. On Saturday, Ganjzadeh outpointed Vietnam’s Nguyen Minh Phung 5-2 in the final of the men's +84kg bouts to take…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:59
FPCCI lauded the maiden speech of Prime Minister Imran Khan
FPCCI lauded the maiden speech of Prime Minister Imran Khan Karachi: Syed Mazhar Nasir, Senior Vice President Federation of Pakistan Chambers and Industry (FPCCI) lauded the maiden speech of Prime Minister Imran Khan calling his austerity measures as a revolutionary step to get out of the quagmire of crisis amounting…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:35
Iran to Work with Italy’s Bankrupt Banks Using Euros
Iran to Work with Italy’s Bankrupt Banks Using Euros TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Italy’s banking system authorities have agreed to let a number of the country’s bankrupt banks and the second and third-class banks to work with Iran using euro instead of dollar to skirt US sanctions, an Iranian official said.…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:16
Tappeh Hesar: An Important Archaeological Site in Iran
Tappeh Hesar: An Important Archaeological Site in Iran TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Tappeh Hesar (also Tepe Hissar) is located near Damghan in Iran's Semnan province. It is one of the important ancient hills of Iran plateau. August, 20, 2018 - The area has hosted residents since seven thousand years ago. The…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:14
Fighting climate change is not just a cause, it’s also a business
Fighting climate change is not just a cause, it’s also a business August 25, 2018 - Amid growing awareness about climate change and a consequent shift in consumer behavior, brands are increasingly selling more sustainable goods. From vegan footwear to recycled denim and organic toothpaste, the offer to consumers is…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 15:35
Germany Urges EU to Split from US to Save Iran Nuclear Deal
Germany Urges EU to Split from US to Save Iran Nuclear Deal TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Europe should set up payment systems independent of the US if it wants to save the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers that was abandoned by President Donald Trump, German Foreign Minister Heiko…
Tuesday, 21 August 2018 13:00
Iraqi parties agree to form majority bloc in parliament
Iraqi parties agree to form majority bloc in parliament August 20, 2018 - Four of Iraq’s main political coalitions came together to form a majority bloc in parliament that will be responsible for forming the country’s next government. The alliance includes Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr's Sairoon coalition, outgoing Prime Minister…
Monday, 20 August 2018 13:32
Millions of Muslims Gather in Mecca to Participate at Annual Hajj Pilgrimage
Millions of Muslims Gather in Mecca to Participate at Annual Hajj Pilgrimage TEHRAN (Tasnim) - More than 2 million Muslims began the annual hajj pilgrimage Sunday in Saudi Arabia. August, 19, 2018 - Muslims circle the Kaaba counter-clockwise seven times while reciting supplications to God, then walk between the two…