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How Iran Deals with End-of-Life Care

November 15, 2024

In the Islamic Republic of Iran, caring for terminally ill patients is a big challenge. Doctors and policymakers often struggle with how to improve the lives of people who are very sick and may not get better. This is where ethics come in. Ethical guidelines help healthcare workers know what's right

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Kids with Asthma and COVID-19 Vaccines: What Iran's Parents Think

November 15, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, announced in early 2020, pushed for quick protective measures, with vaccines at the forefront. Although vaccines were developed and distributed rapidly, many people are still unsure about getting them. This study looks at why some parents in Iran might be hesitant to have thei

politics

Biden's Last Chat with Xi: What's Next for US-China Relations?

November 14, 2024

President Joe Biden is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping one last time before he leaves office. This meeting, happening on the sidelines of a Pacific summit in Peru, is a chance for the leaders to reflect on their relationship, which goes back over a decade. However, the shadow of the up

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Health Insurance Changes in Iran: A Closer Look

November 14, 2024

Imagine you’re in Iran, and it’s 2014. A big shift happens: the Health Transformation Plan (HTP) kicks in, aiming to make health services more affordable. One of its key parts is Universal Health Insurance (UHI), which starts covering almost everyone. The idea? To cut down on people paying too much

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Gov't Employee Accused of Leaking Secret Israel-Iran Intel

November 13, 2024

Just last week, the U. S. government charged a man for leaking top-secret information related to Israel's plans regarding Iran. This individual, Asif W. Rahman, was arrested in Cambodia and is expected to be moved to Virginia for trial. Rahman worked for the CIA and had access to highly sensitive do

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Trump Picks Rep. Elise Stefanik for UN Role: A New Chapter for the Former President and His Loyal Ally

November 12, 2024

In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump has appointed Representative Elise Stefanik as the U. S. Ambassador to the United Nations. At 40, Stefanik is a rising star in the Republican Party and has been a staunch ally of Trump. Although she lacks extensive foreign policy experience, Trump

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Steven Mnuchin: Not Returning to Trump's Team, But Offers Advice

November 12, 2024

Former U. S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has made it clear that he won't be a part of President-elect Trump's new administration. However, he's eager to share his insights with whoever takes over his old role. Mnuchin feels strongly about maintaining and improving the United States' trade poli

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Will Trump's Foreign Policy Shake Up the World?

November 11, 2024

Donald Trump is about to take office, and the world is buzzing with uncertainty. Unlike previous presidents, Trump might change the way the U. S. handles big issues like the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, or its relationship with China. No one knows for sure what will happen, but there are some clue

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Israeli Airstrikes: Casualties Mount in Lebanon and Gaza

November 10, 2024

Sunday saw a surge in violence as Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon and northern Gaza, causing dozens of deaths, including children. This comes amid global attention to the U. S. election's potential impact on conflicts with Iranian-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Israeli Prime Minister Benjami

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Iran's Alleged Plot to Harm Trump: A Closer Look

November 10, 2024

Imagine this: the US government claims Iran was planning to kill then-President Donald Trump. This isn't just a movie plot; it's a real-life scenario unveiled by the Justice Department. The man suspected to be behind this plan is Farhad Shakeri, an Afghan national living in Tehran. He was allegedly