Haji Firuz is a traditional Nowruz character and symbol that I, like most Iranians, don’t pay much attention to. The story goes that before Nowruz, he dressed in red and started dancing and singing through the streets of Iran in celebration of the New Year. Today, people recreate this story at Nowruz events by having someone dress up as him ... Read More »
Designers inside the country have to deal with social limitations to come up with creative outfits for the bride. The “Aghd” which is the legal ceremony of the Persian wedding, is a spectacular and joyous event celebrated with family, friends, music and fun. The Aghd usually takes place in the afternoon at the bride’s family home or other venue of ... Read More »
A fish hatchery is a place for artificial breeding, hatching, and rearing through the early life stages of animals—finfish and shellfish in particular. Read More »
Hormozgan Province is one of the 31 provinces. It is in the south of the country, in Region 2, facing Oman and UAE. Its area is 70,697 km2 (27,296 sq mi), and its provincial capital is Bandar Abbas. The province has fourteen islands in the Persian Gulf and 1,000 km (620 mi) of coastline. Read More »
Experts say sun damage is the biggest culprit. As a result, you should apply sunscreen to the backs of your hands, in addition to a good hand cream at least once a day. According to one expert, it’s important to keep your hands well moisturized with thick creams — particularly overnight. Read More »
Salmon, herring, sardines, mackerel and other oily fish contain omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to reduce inflammation and decrease heart disease risk (1, 2, 3).In addition, omega-3 fatty acids may help you lose body fat.In a six-week controlled study in 44 adults, those who took fish oil supplements lost an average of 1.1 pounds (0.5 kilograms) of fat ... Read More »
For three years, Mosul’s women were covered in black and its men had to keep their beards long. Salons were shut, and plastic surgery considered a crime.But more than a year after the Islamic State group’s ouster, the Iraqi city is flaunting its more fabulous side. Read More »
A shopping mall held a fashion show on Thursday. The event featured modern fashion from the old country. Both Iraqi and Iranian models strutted down the catwalk. Read More »
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. Read More »
Prison sentences and alternatives to prison for defendants convicted of crimes. Criminal sentences may involve one or more different elements, including incarceration (prison, jail), probation, restitution (victim compensation), and community service. Prison SentencesSome state laws require the judges to impose what are called “determinate” prison sentences. A determinate sentence is a fixed-term sentence pronounced by a judge. For example, a ... Read More »