From Protective Filters to Ethical Quandaries, Exploring the Reasons Behind AI’s Reluctance - and the Winds of Change
In a world where artificial intelligence can predict stock markets, diagnose diseases, and even craft poetry, one topic consistently hits a digital brick wall: sex. Whether you’re chatting with ChatGPT, Grok, or Google’s Gemini, attempts to steer conversations toward intimacy often end in polite deflections or outright refusals. But why? This isn’t just a quirk of programming—it’s a deliberate design rooted in safety, ethics, and societal pressures. As AI becomes more integrated into daily life,...
Cutting-Edge Peptide Research
A new tri-peptide blend combining Tesamorelin, Mod GRF (1-29), and Ipamorelin is gaining attention in scientific circles for its potential to illuminate the complex regulation of the human growth hormone axis. Researchers believe the blend could offer valuable insights into metabolic, regenerative, and neuroendocrine pathways.
How Beijing’s commercial, diplomatic and covert channels have reportedly helped Tehran rebuild missile and dual-use supply chain
Western intelligence and investigative reporting say China has supplied Iran with dual-use components, chemicals and logistics support that have helped Tehran recover missile and other capabilities after recent strikes — a development that Washington and European partners say complicates regional security and sanctions enforcement.
AsiaNews Iran - Special Investigation
As Iran’s economic collapse and political repression push young women to seek safety and money abroad, a shadowy market has grown: recruiters promise jobs and travel to Dubai, only for many women to end up exploited in commercial sex and forced labour. This investigation traces routes, evidence, and responsibility — and what can be done to protect victims.
Regional Geopolitics and Internal Strife
The intricate and often violent relationship between Turks and Kurds stands as one of the most enduring geopolitical fault lines in the modern Middle East. Spanning decades and rooted in historical, linguistic, and political disputes, this conflict is not merely an internal Turkish security issue but a transnational dynamic with profound consequences for Iran, Iraq, and Syria, continuously challenging regional stability and the prospects for democratic integration.
Unveiling the Allure of Non-Penetrative Passion: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Bedrooms
In a world where sexual wellness is evolving beyond traditional boundaries, thigh sex—also known as intercrural sex or thighjob—is captivating couples and individuals alike. This intimate act, involving thrusting between a partner's thighs for friction-fueled pleasure, offers a tantalizing alternative to penetrative intercourse. From its roots in ancient civilizations to its buzz on social media today, explore why this underrated form of outercourse is making waves in 2025.
EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT TO 'ASIANEWS IRAN' FROM THE POLISH EMBASSY IN TEHRAN
The Polish Embassy in Tehran, in a statement emailed directly to the newsroom of "AsiaNews Iran," has exposed a blatant and premeditated military aggression by Russia into its airspace, involving approximately 20 drones. Warsaw has condemned this brazen act, launched from Belarusian territory, as a desperate attempt by the Kremlin to drag NATO into the war and destabilize the European continent, responding decisively by activating Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
Unraveling the Mystical and Superstitious Lore Surrounding the Moon's Passage Through Scorpio in Global Cultures
In the vast tapestry of celestial events, few concepts blend astronomy, astrology, and cultural superstition as intriguingly as "Qamar dar Aqrab," the Persian term for the Moon in Scorpio. As of September 20, 2025, recent social media buzz and astrological forecasts highlight its ongoing relevance, from avoiding major life decisions during this period to embracing its transformative energy in modern Western astrology.
Kazakhstan's Ambassador in Tehran: Astana Advances Toward Digital and Economic Transformation with AI Focus
In a press conference held this morning (September 15, 2025) at the Kazakhstan Embassy in Tehran, Ontalab Onalbayev, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Iran, unveiled the annual message from Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan, to his people. In this message titled "Kazakhstan in the AI Era: Current Challenges and Solutions Through Digital Transformation," Tokayev emphasized priorities such as artificial intelligence, economic modernization, transit corridors, and energy transition.
Human rights & investigations
A hidden global market in human organs — led by the kidney trade — is being fuelled by deepening poverty, migration and shortages of legitimate organs. Estimates place the global trade’s annual value in the hundreds of millions to over a billion dollars, while traffickers and corrupt facilitators capitalize on the desperation of the poor.
Top-Selling Street Vending Items: Your Guide to High Profits in 2026
Asianews Iran – For aspiring entrepreneurs seeking a low-investment business model, street vending remains a vital and profitable sector. A new guide highlights the most in-demand products, from timeless food and beverages to seasonal accessories, providing a roadmap for starting a successful small business in Iran's bustling urban centers and beyond.
The 82nd Venice International Film Festival opens with Sorrentino's 'La Grazia' and honors a visionary of cinema
The 82nd Venice Film Festival opened with Francis Ford Coppola honoring Werner Herzog with a lifetime achievement Golden Lion and the premiere of Paolo Sorrentino's 'La Grazia'.
Two stars of the national women's football team join the Premier League contenders
Two stars of the Iranian women's national football team have joined Ista Alborz! Zahra Ghanbari and Zahra Khajoui have turned the orange-clad team into serious championship contenders with this transfer. With these two smart transfers, Ista Alborz, which finished fourth in the Iranian Women's Premier League last season, has now become one of the main contenders for the championship.
From garbage tanks to Behesht Zahra; the capital is facing a severe labor shortage
The exodus of 1.6 million Afghans from Iran has left Tehran facing a severe crisis in municipal services. From garbage collection to green space maintenance and Behesht Zahra services, everything has been affected by this shortage of manpower.
Do new Apple phones work in Iran?
iPhone 17 without physical SIM card? There have been conflicting reports about the removal of the physical SIM card from the iPhone 17. Many Iranian users are worried about whether Apple's new phones will work in Iran. But what is the reality?
Clarification about the notes to the Civil Registration Law
The claim by some media outlets that mothers can register a newborn's birth certificate without the father's presence based on "Article 62 of the Civil Registration Law" is false. A review of the text of the law shows that this article does not exist at all, and according to Article 16, the primary responsibility for registering a birth lies with the father or paternal grandfather, except in exceptional cases such as death, disappearance, or a court order.
Bitcoin reaches its highest price ever
Bitcoin hit a new record high of over $124,500 on Thursday morning, August 13, with an unprecedented rise in Asian markets.
Explainer | Israeli Politics & Culture
In Israel and far beyond, Benjamin Netanyahu is almost universally known as “Bibi.” The nickname looks casual, even cute—but its roots go back to childhood and its reach now shapes slogans, rallies, headlines, and hashtags. Here’s how “Bibi” was born, what it means in Hebrew culture, and why it evolved into one of the most recognizable political brands in the world.
After judging at Cannes with IndieWire, Jahani makes history as first Iranian voter for Golden Globes
Mansour Jahani, Iran’s foremost cinema journalist, breaks new ground as a Golden Globes 2026 voter. Selected by HFPA’s Tim Gray, Jahani brings 24 years of critiquing Iranian masterpieces (from Kiarostami to Rasoulof) to Hollywood’s prestigious awards table.
An In-Depth Analysis of Eroticism's Journey from Controversial Taboo to Mainstream Megahit
For decades, the cinematic exploration of desire was a powerhouse, driving box office hits and cultural conversations. Then, it seemingly vanished from the multiplex, relegated to history. Today, in an unexpected twist, eroticism is not only back but is thriving in our living rooms, powered by streaming giants and a new generation of creators. This is the story of the fall and rise of erotic storytelling—a journey that reflects our changing society, technology, and understanding of desire itself...
Unveiling the Enigma: Catherine Perez-Shakdam’s Alleged Role as a Mossad Spy Shakes Iran’s Political Landscape
Catherine Perez-Shakdam, a French-Jewish journalist and political analyst, has emerged as a polarizing figure in the Iran-Israel intelligence saga. Accused of being a Mossad operative who infiltrated Iran’s political and media circles, her story blends espionage allegations, claims of personal relationships with officials, and a mysterious meeting with Iran’s Supreme Leader. As Tehran grapples with security breaches following the 2025 Iran-Israel conflict, Shakdam’s case raises questions about t...
Milei's Austerity Miracle or Time Bomb
Argentina's inflation has dramatically fallen from 292% to 39.4% under President Javier Milei's radical austerity program—but with unemployment hitting 9.1% and GDP shrinking, is this economic medicine curing the disease or killing the patient?
Genital Warts: The Silent STD Epidemic
Genital warts, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), are one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide—yet many don’t realize they’re at risk. Can you get HPV from kissing? Swimming pools? Even shared clothing? The answers may shock you.
Exclusive Report: Unraveling the Rumors
The New York Times has made a controversial claim, alleging that Brigadier General Esmail Ghaani, the commander of Iran's Quds Force, was killed in a recent Israeli strike. This report, which has sent shockwaves across the region, has yet to be officially addressed by Iranian authorities, leaving the international community in a state of suspense.
Why did Iranians fall victim to the travel ban
The US government has once again made a strange decision to ban travel from 12 countries, including Iran, on security grounds. But are Iranians really a threat to US national security? A review of the statistics of terrorist attacks on US soil over the past 25 years shows that no Iranians have played a role in these incidents. This decision has put the lives of thousands of Iranian students at risk. Is this ban really a security decision or a political game? An open letter addressed to Trump and...