Iranian films line up for Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival

TEHRAN- Four films by Iranian directors are competing in different sections of the 29th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, which is currently underway at the Estonian capital. 

By Masoud Hossein

My long-term goal is 2028 Paralympics: Nasrin Shahi

TEHRAN – Iranian para shooter Nasrin Shahi says her main focus is on winning a medal at the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Indigenous houses: forgotten treasures of Khorasan region

TEHRAN — Many cities and rural villages in Khorasan Razavi province, known for their rich history and central role in shaping Iranian culture and identity, hold hidden treasures of traditional architecture and authentic lifestyles reflected in their historical houses.

Time Museum hosts children for water festival

TEHRAN - A group of children and their families attended a water festival held on Friday at Tehran’s Time Museum also known as Tamashagah Zaman.

Traces of Bronze to Iron Age settlements in the Ilam plain

TEHRAN—The ancient site of Bakheh Nam in southern part of Ilam plain pertains to the Bronze to Iron Age settlements given the surface evidence, Habibollah Mahmoudian, a specialist in prehistoric archaeology, has said.

Pottery research center opens in Hamedan

TEHRAN – A specialized pottery research center has recently been inaugurated within the Bu-Ali Sina University in Hamedan to strengthen links between academia and the pottery industry, a provincial official said on Saturday.

Iran to submit independent UNESCO nomination for traditional rosewater distillation

TEHRAN - Iran plans to submit its own nomination file to UNESCO to register the country’s centuries-old tradition of rosewater distillation, known as Golab-Giri, as an element of intangible cultural heritage, an Iranian official said.

UNESCO recognition of Cyrus Cylinder highlights Iran’s role in human rights, museum director says

TEHRAN – The recent UNESCO recognition of the Cyrus Cylinder as one of the earliest documents on human rights is a source of national pride and a reaffirmation of Iran’s contribution to universal human values, the director of the National Museum of Iran said on Sunday.

Chinese firms propose creation of smart industrial parks in Iran

TEHRAN – The Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the International Union of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises of Shanghai to expand bilateral industrial and economic cooperation, including a proposal by Chinese companies to help establish a smart industrial park in Iran.

Water inflow into Iranian dams drop 40% amid dry autumn

TEHRAN – Water inflow into Iran’s dams has fallen by 40 percent since the start of the current water year (late September), reflecting the severe dry conditions that have gripped the country this autumn.

Iran to establish foreign investment promotion agencies

TEHRAN – The acting head of the Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran (OIETAI) said the country will soon launch foreign investment promotion agencies to streamline licensing, residency, and currency-related procedures for international investors.

Over $20m invested in airport infrastructure development

TEHRAN – The managing director of the Iranian Airports and Air Navigation Company said more than 10 trillion rials (about $20 million) are being invested in major airport infrastructure projects across the country through BOT (Build–Operate–Transfer) partnerships with the private sector.

Hezbollah member martyred in Israeli drone strike amid ceasefire violations

Hezbollah has confirmed the martyrdom of one of its members, Hassan Ali Jamil Sultan, following an Israeli drone strike that targeted a vehicle in southern Lebanon on Sunday. Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported earlier one fatality in the attack, which occurred in the town of Aita al-Shaab.

By Mahnaz Abdi

Uruguayan ambassador highlights sports, media as bridges to stronger Iran ties

TEHRAN – In a meeting focused on fostering bilateral relations, His Excellency Beraldo Roque Nicola Flaniguen, the Ambassador of Uruguay to Tehran, met with a representative from Tehran Times at the embassy on Sunday.

Tehran, Moscow highlight strengthening scientific relations

TEHRAN – During a meeting held between Iranian and Russian officials, the two sides explored avenues to expand scientific and technological collaborations between the universities of the two countries.

Some 150 earthquakes shake Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 149 earthquakes were recorded across the country in a week from November 1 to 7, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Iran, Kenya to foster environmental ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Kenyan officials have announced their readiness to enhance cooperation in different environmental fields.

National diabetes week being marked

TEHRAN – The health ministry is observing the national diabetes week from November 8 to 14  to raise public awareness of the dangers of diabetes on health, improve the lives of people with diabetes, and highlight the urgent need for prevention, early detection, and treatment of the disease.

Iran squad named for Al Ain International Cup

TEHRAN – Amir Ghalenoei has called up 25 players to the Iran national football team for the Al Ain International Cup.