Chaharshanbe Suri celebrations in Iran, marking the last Wednesday before the Persian New Year, took a devastating turn this year as 15 people lost their lives and more than 1,000 sustained injuries.

This year, against the backdrop of Ramadan and rising discontent, the celebrations took on an unmistakably political tone.

Iranians welcome the arrival of spring with a centuries-old custom called Chaharshanbeh-Suri, which is celebrated on the eve ...

Government officials had issued warnings against political gatherings, yet the festival’s widespread participation reflected ongoing public discontent. Opposition activists called this year’s event ...

As the first day of spring approaches, communities across the North Shore are gearing up to celebrate Nowruz, also known as Persian New Year. This vibrant holiday signifies renewal and fresh ...

The Global Engagement Center hosted a Nowruz (Persian New Year) event on Thursday March 20, 2024. At the event, there were ...

Authorities reported on Wednesday that more than 21 individuals have been killed and 6,419 sustained injuries during Iran’s annual “Chaharshanbe Suri ...

The fire festival, called Chaharshanbe Suri, is celebrated every year on the night of the last Tuesday of the Iranian calendar year. In Tehran, fires illuminated the streets at dusk and the sound of ...

About 100 people gathered in downtown Cornelius on Wednesday to celebrate an ancient tradition for the Persian New Year.

Google marks Nowruz 2025 with a vibrant Doodle celebrating the Persian New Year, a festival of renewal, unity, and joy. As ...

At least 21 individuals were killed and 6,419 others injured in fireworks-related incidents across Iran over the past 28 ...