Dictators have used a variety of tactics to control the masses, ranging from propaganda and censorship to intimidation and violence....Read more
Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, is a bustling city with a vibrant market scene....Read more
Behzad Bolour or Behzad Bolurforushan (born 23 March 1965) is one of the senior editors and producers of BBC Persian since 1990....Read more
Nowruz, the Persian New Year, has been celebrated for thousands of years in Iran and other countries in the Middle East and Central Asia....Read more
Schools have been around for centuries, with evidence of educational institutions dating back to ancient civilizations such as Ancient Greece and Rome....Read more
Choopan beat six other Men’s Open competitors to win the title, including runner-up and home country favorite Samson Dauda and bronze medalist Akim Williams of the U.S....Read more
Nowruz, also known as Persian New Year, is a celebration that marks the beginning of spring and the first day of the Persian calendar....Read more
Controlling traffic in cities is a complex issue that requires a multi-faceted approach....Read more
Jamaica is a vibrant Caribbean island that offers visitors a mix of beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and a rich cultural history....Read more
Paris, the capital and cultural hub of France, has long been known as the City of Lights, the City of Love, and more recently, the City of Art....Read more
Life is short, and in the grand scheme of things, our time on this earth is but a mere blink of an eye....Read more
Blogging has become a popular way for individuals to share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences with the world....Read more
Hormuz Island lies like an oyster shell amidst the waters of the Persian Gulf, covering an area of 41.9 sq. km....Read more
Faranak joined the BBC Persian service in 2010. She was born in L.A and grew up in Tehran. Before getting into journalism she was a kickboxing trainer, an English Teacher and even an ice-cream maker in Tehran....Read more
Cosmetic surgery has become increasingly popular around the world, with more and more people opting to go under the....Read more
