Iranian archaeologists in Markazi province have uncovered a prehistoric settlement site which dates back to the late Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods, according to provincial heritage officials.

The historic city of Yazd has been officially designated as the world city of traditional and handcrafted jewelry by the World Crafts Council (WCC), marking another significant international cultural achievement for Iran.

Two weeks to the 36th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF), 230 publishers have registered to participate in the children's and young adult section, a board member of the Cultural Association of Children and Youth Book Publishers said.

The U.S. spy den (embassy) in Beirut concluded the so-called “Thread of Hope” exhibit featuring 68 works of art by Lebanese artists over the course of a year.

Tributes continue to pour in for veteran actor Don Mlangeni-Nawa, whose indelible mark on the television industry is fondly remembered by many who cherished his performances.

The oppressed and impoverished around the world have lost a true advocate.

A total of 91 publishers from 34 countries have registered to participate in the first edition of Tehran Publishing Fellowship Program, which will be held in the Iranian capital from May 12 to 15, coinciding with the 36th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF).

Emakhosini, the burial site for some of the Zulu Kings, will in the next five years be declared the World Heritage Site under the UNESCO.

The CRL Rights Commission's new committee aims to address abuse in churches.