The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has expressed its all-out readiness to defend Iran's security and counter the ...

A community event in Islamabad highlights the resilience of Afghan culture and the enduring fight for women’s rights ...

A magic dwells in each beginning, protecting us, telling us how to live.” – from Stufen, by Hermann Hesse, 1877–1962 Time is ...

TEHRAN - Two cultural heritage files from Iran, one for traditional felt-making and another for the Tirgan festival, have been submitted for evaluation by UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage ...

According to Persian calendars, Cheleh marks the sun's rebirth. The concept of Cheleh extended beyond this night. Historically, Iranians recognized two main periods: the summer and winter Cheleh.

East Asian and Islamic customs use a lunar calendar that is based on the cycles of the moon. The Gregorian and Persian calendars are two examples that are based on the position of the sun. Jewish ...

The first new couple among the Afghan "special contributors" and their family members who settled in Korea have two wishes ...

In Saudi Arabia, public New Year celebrations are rare due to the country's strict adherence to Islamic traditions.

The new year brings with it the excitement of some amazing food festivals to enjoy in the nation. Let's see what all you get ...

It’s the time of year when all you want to do is hunker down with your favorite warm and hearty dishes to wait out the cold ...

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