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Iran’s int’l striker Taremi wears black wristband in tribute to victims of port explosion

Iranian Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi paid tribute to the victims of the recent tragedy at Shahid Rajaei Port, in southern Iran, by wearing a black wristband during his appearance for his club on Wednesday.

Iranian gynecologist wins WIPO medal 

The World Intellectual Property Organization, WIPO, awarded its prize at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva,Switzerland, to Hasti Hosseini, a female gynecologist from Iran.

INOTEX 2025 kicks off as Iran’s premier tech showcase

The International Technology and Innovation Exhibition (INOTEX 2025) opened its doors on Tuesday at Pardis Technology Park in Tehran, marking the 13th edition of Iran's flagship tech event.

Number of deaths rises to 70 in Shahid Rajaee Port incident

The number of people killed in the recent blasts and fires at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port has risen to 70, says the governor of Iran's Hormozgan Province.

Iranian interior minister: Those accused of negligence in Bandar Abbas incident being questioned

Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni says it can now be definitively announced that the fire at Shahid Rajaee Port has been brought under control and put out, and firefighters are currently engaged in mopping-up operations.

Tehran holds prayer ceremony in memory of Pope Francis I

A prayer and memorial service honoring the late Pope Francis I, the leader of the world’s Catholics, was held on this Saturday evening at St. Joseph’s Church in Tehran.

Iran’s Leader calls for full probe into deadly port incident

Following the devastating fire and explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, which resulted in significant casualties and widespread sorrow, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, issued a message of condolence and called for thorough accountability.

Death toll from Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port explosion rises to 40

The tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, has claimed the lives of at least 40 people so far, according to the Governor of Hormozgan Province.

Severe thunderstorm hits Tehran, 2 killed, 41 injured

A powerful thunderstorm swept across Tehran Province on Sunday, killing 2 people and injuring 41 more, according to the spokesperson for the Tehran Emergency Medical Services.

Iranian canoeing champion dies in tragic port explosion

Arman Nozarzadeh, a prominent champion in Iran’s sprint canoeing team from Hormozgan province, tragically passed away following a devastating explosion at the Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas.

Death toll in Iran port explosion rises to 25

The death toll from Saturday’s explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran has reached 25, with 10 victims identified so far, according to Hormozgan Province’s chief justice.

UN expresses condolences over deadly port explosion in Iran

The United Nations has extended its condolences to the people and government of Iran following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran.

Number of fatalities, injuries rise in Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port explosions, fires

Iran’s interior minister says the number of fatalities from Saturday’s explosions in the southern port of Shahid Rajaee has reached 8.

5 killed, hundreds injured in blasts at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran

A series of explosions at depots of Shahid rajee Port in southern Iran have killed at least five people, injuring hundreds more.

Massive explosion rocks port in southern Iran, over 550 injured

A powerful explosion occurred on Saturday morning at Shahid Rajaei Port in southern Iran, with the blast reportedly heard across neighboring provinces.

Iranian Taekwondo athletes snatch 4 gold medals in China

At the end of the first day of the World Taekwondo Federation President's Cup in China, Iranian taekwondo athletes won 4 gold medals, 1 silver, and 3 bronze.

Official: 30 Iranian provinces face land subsidence crisis as wetlands disappear

Iran's environmental protection chief has issued a stark warning that land subsidence now affects 30 provinces, while 66% of the country's wetlands have become dust storm hotspots, creating a "nationwide environmental threat."

President Pezeshkian offers condolences on death of Pope Francis

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent his condolences on the death of Pope Francis, paying tribute to the late religious leader for his condemnation of the Israeli genocidal crimes.

Armenian Christian community observes Holy Week, and Easter in Tehran

Armenian Christians in Tehran marked Holy Week and Easter Sunday with ceremonies at four major churches, including the St. Vartan Church and Saint Sarkis Cathedral.

Rice paddy volleyball tournament thrills in Mazandaran

The fifth edition of Mazandaran's unique rice paddy volleyball tournament – locally known as shaliball, concluded this weekend, with eight teams competing across two action-packed days in the flooded fields of Tiskaben village.

Iran’s women’s basketball team crowned at West Asia Championship

The Iranian women’s national basketball team delivered an outstanding performance, defeating the host country Jordan to claim the West Asia Championship title for the first time.

Mehdi Taremi named Iran’s Athlete of the Year at National Sports Awards

Inter Milan and Iran national team striker Mehdi Taremi was crowned Iran's top athlete for 2023-24 at Wednesday night's "Iran's Champion" awards ceremony, attended by President Massoud Pezeshkian, Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali and officials from the national Olympic and Paralympic committees.

Taremi’s strike against Milan in Serie A voted as best goal of year

Iranian international footballer Mehdi Tarem’s strike against Milan has been voted as the best goal of the Persian year of 1403 in a competition entitled “Iran’s Champion: held by the national Iranian Radio and Television station, IRIB.

WHO says member states reached deal to tackle future pandemics

The Members of the World Health Organization have reached an agreement to prepare the world for future pandemics after more than three years of negotiations, the organisation announced on Wednesday.

Iranian chess players make history, secure three spots in FIDE World Cup

Iranian chess players delivered an outstanding performance at the West Asian Zonal Championships, earning three coveted spots in the upcoming FIDE World Cup.

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