LiT Team

Chaharshanbe Suri, also known as the Festival of Fire, is an ancient Iranian tradition that is celebrated on the eve of the last Wednesday before Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. This festival is a joyous occasion that involves lighting…

Marking 40 days since Iran's bloodiest crackdown, this explainer unpacks the uprising's roots, key players like Reza Pahlavi, and the risk of regional war amid US talks.

With recent nationwide protests escalating and reports of violence, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns, many governments have heightened their travel warnings for Iran. This article compiles key advisories, urging citizens to avoid…

Celebrate Christmas in Iran 2025, where ancient Christian communities thrive amid a Muslim-majority nation. Learn about the 2,000-year history of Iran's Christians, key celebration dates (Dec. 25 or Jan. 6), major hubs like Tehran and…

Dive into Yalda Night 2025, also known as Shab-e Chelleh, the enchanting Persian celebration of the winter solstice on December 21. Uncover its 2,000-year history rooted in Zoroastrianism, regional observances across Persian-influenced…

It's happening again. Smog is back and at terrible levels in the Iranian capital, Tehran. Air quality reaches hazardous levels repeatedly during the winter months when temperature inversions trap vehicle emissions and industrial pollutants…

Amid the everyday bustle of Tehran, inside one of its most nostalgic and historic green spaces, stands a gleaming sculpture that tells a story beyond art and metal. Many who stroll through Mellat Park may have noticed it, yet few know the…

When Tehran's summer heat fades and cool breezes drift across the Persian Gulf, Qeshm Island reveals a quieter, more peaceful charm. Autumn is the perfect season to explore its striking landscapes, from Darreh-ye Setāregān (Valley of the…

Iran's annual inflation rate reached 36.3% in Mordad (July 23 - August 22), marking a one percentage point increase from the previous month, according to the Statistical Centre of Iran seen by LiT's local team. The point-to-point inflation…