Culture

The G-Wagon and Mohammad Reza Pahlavi: A Unique Chapter in Iran’s Automotive History

The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, an iconic vehicle renowned for its durability and luxury, has a surprising connection to Iran’s last monarch, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The story goes back to the 1970s,…

Culture

Melt in the Moment: A Journey Beyond Burgers

In an era where food advertisements predominantly showcase vibrant images of the product, Heim Burger's "Melt in the Moment" campaign has taken a bold and unique approach. Running from July…

Culture

The Beginner’s Guide to Persian Slang, Volume 2

There was a time recently when I had forgotten that perhaps I shouldn’t speak to others the same way that I do with my friends. Slang is often used as…

Culture

Ali Moradizadeh’s Photographs Capture the Raw Energy of Black Iranian Street Culture

In southern Iran, a new generation of Black Iranian youth is making their mark on the country’s cultural landscape. Bandar Abbas in particular has slowly been emerging as a creative…

Culture

The Unveiling of Qajar Era Photographs: A Cultural Treasure Released to the Public

In a surprising turn of events, a significant collection of Qajar era photographs from the Golestan Palace archives has been released on a Google Drive file by an anonymous user.…

Culture

Decoding Persian Adolescent Slangs: A Beginner’s Primer to 25 Essential Expressions

The Persian language, revered for its beautiful poetry and literature, has been revered for millennia and at times in history has even served as the language of culture in the…

Culture

8 Yalda Night Symbols That Need To Know

Yalda Night, or Shab-e Yalda, is a culturally rich celebration in Iran, steeped in historical and symbolic significance. For millennia, Iranians have come together on this longest night of the…

Art Culture

The Lens of Ali Haddadi Asl and The Fight Against Fading Memories

Can we stop history from fading? Ali Haddadi Asl, a young photographer from the ’80s who has captured evocative photos both in photojournalism and street photography, tries to answer this question.…

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