Category: History
Shahram Shabpareh, member of the Black Cats group
The Black Cats are one of the most legendary and influential bands in the history of music. Formed in the … Continue reading ➝
Menashe Ozrapour, Holocaust survivor
Menashe Ozrapour was a Holocaust survivor whose life story stands as a testament to human resilience, endurance, and the unyielding … Continue reading ➝
Mehrabad in 1979
In early 1979, Mehrabad Airport in Tehran became a scene of intense uncertainty, fear, and desperation as thousands of sought … Continue reading ➝
The Voice of Sorrow and Strength
Bergen was the youngest of seven children. After her parents’ divorce, she moved to Ankara with her mother. Her musical … Continue reading ➝
From Khatami’s surprise greeting to how to pick a new Pope
In 2005, then-Iranian President Mohammad Khatami attended the funeral of Pope John Paul II. The news of the Iranian president’s … Continue reading ➝
10 Cultural Traditions Unique to us
Taarof is a traditional cultural practice that remains prevalent across all segments of society. This longstanding tradition stems from the … Continue reading ➝
ExPats rally in front of the White House
To create a social for change campaign, first define your goal and target audience, then research your issue and target … Continue reading ➝
Meet the new elected Beverly Hills Mayor
Mayor Sharona R. Nazarian, PsyD was elected to the Beverly Hills City Council in June 2022 and is currently the … Continue reading ➝
Historical roots of family names
To research the historical roots of a family name, start by gathering family stories and records, then explore online databases … Continue reading ➝
The shared genetic continuity of Persians has been preserved for five thousand years
Due to its strategic geographical location, the Persian Plateau has served as a crossroads for human migrations since the time … Continue reading ➝