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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why is the lion the mascot of the Income Tax? See the history and old advertisements

The lion became the mascot of the Income Tax in Brazil following a 1979 advertising campaign aimed at deterring tax evasion during the military regime.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

The War Between the USA, Israel and Iran: Here are the Historical Factors That Led to This Global Conflict

The article discusses historical factors leading to the current conflict among the USA, Israel, and Iran, focusing on the deterioration of US-Iran relations since the 1979 Iranian Revolution.

Mar 21 • 16:16 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Body of man who fell from apartment window found in Klaipeda

A man born in 1979 was found dead after reportedly falling from an apartment window in Klaipeda, Lithuania.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Iranian Cinema: "Uncovering History is also a Form of Resistance"

The article discusses the efforts of Iranian film historian Hadi Alipanah and curator Afsun Moshiry to revive and showcase the works of the short film collective Cinema-ye Azad, which sought to represent an authentic view of life under the Shah in Iran before being silenced by the regime post-1979.

Mar 19 • 13:47 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

The City Killer Was Convicted in 1979 - Still Under Care Due to Recidivism Risk

A court has decided to continue the care of a man known as the City Killer, convicted in 1979 for the murders of two women, due to concerns about the risk of reoffending.

Mar 15 • 16:10 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

New Record from John Paul II’s Visit to Poland in 1979 / The Myth of Cardinal Casaroli and the Power of Catholicism Against Tyranny

The article recounts an interview with Cardinal Agostino Casaroli regarding his involvement in Pope John Paul II's visit to Poland in 1979 and the impact of Catholicism on resisting tyranny.

Mar 15 • 11:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Oil Shocks of 1973 and 1979: Is There Anything to Learn?

The article reflects on the historical oil shocks of 1973 and 1979, drawing parallels to current geopolitical conflicts and the resulting volatility in oil markets.

Mar 14 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Do you know how the idea of music in your pocket came about?

The article discusses the origin and impact of the Sony Walkman, which revolutionized personal music listening when it was introduced in 1979.

Mar 14 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Scott Anderson: "Americans underestimate the Islamic Republic just as they overestimated the solidity of the Shah's regime"

In an interview, journalist Scott Anderson discusses American misconceptions about Iran's Islamic Republic, drawing parallels to past misjudgments regarding the Shah's regime.

Mar 13 • 17:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Quds Day Amidst War in the Middle East... A Global Identity of Muslim Unity and Resistance Since 1979

Quds Day, observed on the last Friday of Ramadan, highlights Muslim unity and resistance amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 12 • 19:38 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Iran: From the 'God-Sent' Khomeini to the Shadowy Khamenei

The article discusses the significant moment of Ayatollah Khomeini's return to Iran on February 1, 1979, marking a pivotal change in the country’s history with global implications.

Mar 12 • 06:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Fuel crisis may hit drivers: one state is already planning strict restrictions

New Zealand's Finance Minister Nicola Willis indicated that the government is considering implementing fuel use restrictions reminiscent of those in response to the 1979 Oil Crisis amid rising oil costs.

Mar 12 • 06:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Donald Trump in the trap of the 'Iranian curse'

The article discusses how Donald Trump's foreign policy towards Iran reflects personal grievances linked to historical events dating back to the 1979 Iranian Revolution.

Mar 11 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

George Marinos - A beloved shot with Elena Nathanail from 1979

George Marinos, a prominent Greek showman, has passed away at the age of 87, prompting tributes to his contributions to theater and entertainment in Greece.

Mar 11 • 08:13 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

The Military Elite Took Control in Iran

The article discusses the significant role of the military elite in Iran, particularly focusing on the responsibilities and the symbolic nature of the Supreme Leader's position since the 1979 revolution.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Waltz shuts down NBC anchor, arguing Trump is ending a war Iran started with the US in 1979

Ambassador Mike Waltz asserts that President Trump is not instigating a new conflict with Iran, but rather concluding a longstanding hostilities that initiated in 1979.

Mar 8 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

He was held hostage by Iran for 444 days and recounts the horror he experienced: "They pulled three teeth out with hoses during an interrogation"

Kevin Hermening, a former Marine and current congressional candidate, shares his harrowing experience as a hostage in Iran for 444 days during the 1979 crisis.

Mar 8 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

When One Hundred Thousand Said No to Khomeini

On March 8, 1979, in Tehran, women were forced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards to return home and dress "decently," marking a significant moment in the history of Iran's revolution.

Mar 8 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From 'Argo' to 'Rose Water': The Image of Iran in Hollywood Cinema

This article explores the portrayal of Iran in Hollywood films, emphasizing the ideological narratives shaped by political tensions between the U.S. and Iran since the 1979 hostage crisis.

Mar 8 • 09:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

"The street was on fire with protests and gunshots could be heard," said Clarín's correspondent in Iran 47 years ago during the fall of the Shah

The article reflects on the Iranian Revolution of 1979, detailing the events surrounding the exile of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and the return of Ayatollah Khomeini.

Mar 7 • 21:57 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Hopeless to discuss with such people

The article reflects on the enduring impact of the 1979 Iranian Revolution on political Islam and global affairs.

Mar 7 • 11:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

War in Iran: why the global economy is less vulnerable to an oil shock than in 1973

The current conflict in Iran has sparked a steep rise in oil prices, prompting concerns about the potential for a new global oil crisis similar to those in 1973 and 1979.

Mar 6 • 05:59 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

TEXT LIVE: The US promises to "significantly increase" strikes against Iran

The US has vowed to significantly increase military strikes against Iran, aiming for regime change in the country, which has been under fundamentalist rule since 1979.

Mar 6 • 04:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Boris Havel: Iranian Games of Death and the Cult of Martyrdom

Boris Havel critiques Iran's development since the 1979 revolution from the perspective of ideology, violence, and suppression, particularly highlighting its impact on children.

Mar 5 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Last Shah of Iran: A Regime Marked by Extreme Opulence, Waste, and a Deadly Social Abyss

The article discusses the stark contrasts of the last Shah's regime in Iran, highlighting the opulence of the ruling dynasty against the backdrop of widespread poverty and social unrest leading to its downfall in 1979.

Mar 4 • 18:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

War in the Middle East: The End of the Islamic Revolution

French Middle East expert Gilles Kepel sees the Iran war as a turning point marking the end of an era that began with the Islamic Revolution in 1979, suggesting possible dangerous consequences for the region.

Mar 4 • 14:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

When LNG Becomes a Global Accelerator of Crises

The article discusses how the current global LNG situation resembles the oil shocks of 1979, indicating potential crises in the energy market.

Mar 3 • 08:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How deep has Mossad penetrated in Iran? One agent was actually the head of their intelligence.

The Israeli intelligence agency Mossad has been actively operating in Iran since 1979 and is reported to have significant infiltration in the country's defense systems.

Mar 3 • 06:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Polšak Palatinuš: Iranian Revolution 2.0 at Our Doorstep

The article discusses the parallels between the current geopolitical situation concerning Iran and the Iranian Revolution of 1979, emphasizing reactions in the West and the implications for the future.

Mar 3 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The End of the Ashen Age

The article discusses the consequences of the 1979 Iranian revolution which began an era of instability in the Middle East, referred to as the 'Ashen Age,' that continues to influence current geopolitical dynamics.

Mar 3 • 04:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Who will replace Ali Khamenei? Several candidates mentioned in Iran

Iran is preparing for the potential transition of leadership as Ali Khamenei, who has ruled since 1979, has no appointed successor, prompting speculation about candidates.

Mar 2 • 20:04 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Background of the conflict in Iran: Nuclear program and global consequences

Iran is facing its biggest crisis since the Islamic Revolution of 1979, driven by US and Israeli attacks targeting its nuclear program.

Mar 2 • 20:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who will become Iran's Supreme Leader? These 5 names are in the race including Khamenei's grandson

Iran faces a political challenge after the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, marking the selection of a new leader for the second time since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Mar 2 • 16:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Iran once had a liberal culture and miniskirt-wearing women, but with a poor majority under a violent monarchy; see images

The article examines Iran's cultural landscape before the 1979 Revolution, highlighting its modernity and the sharp contrast with the restrictive environment for women today.

Mar 2 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flag Before the Iranian Revolution Becomes a Symbol of Iranian Opposition Protests; Compare

An old Iranian flag, pre-dating the 1979 revolution, has emerged as a symbol of opposition protests among Iranians, particularly those living abroad, such as in Toronto, Canada.

Mar 2 • 13:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Ali and Ahmadinejad, the Imam and the Populist: The Decapitated Regime Still Has a Body

The death of key figures like Ali Khamenei and Ahmadinejad marks the end of an era for Iran's regime, symbolizing the decline of the revolution that began in 1979.

Mar 2 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How have Iranian cinema and drama portrayed America and Israel? 7 works explain

The article discusses the evolving portrayal of America and Israel in Iranian cinema and drama since 1979, emphasizing the fluctuating themes reflecting Iran's political and security needs.

Mar 2 • 08:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Will the regime survive Khamenei's death? How will Iran take revenge? We answer the most important questions

The death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is expected to create a significant power vacuum in Iran, paralleling the upheaval of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, raising questions about the regime's stability and its potential response.

Mar 1 • 17:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Opportunities for Change in Iran – What Scenarios Are Possible?

The continuation of Iran's theocratic regime, which has been in power since 1979, seems unlikely, especially following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with potential for significant changes ahead.

Mar 1 • 13:08 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

From hostage crisis to assassination plots: Iran’s near half-century war on Americans

The article examines Iran's long-standing hostility towards the United States, tracing its origins from the 1979 hostage crisis to ongoing acts of terrorism and threats against Americans.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

The Shah's Coronation, Islamic Revolution and... 7 Hot Moments between America and Iran

An overview of seven key events that have led to the ongoing hostilities between the United States and Iran since the Shah's coronation in 1953 and the Islamic Revolution in 1979.

Mar 1 • 10:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"A page of History, opened in 1979 in Iran, has just turned": the great analysis by Gilles Kepel

Gilles Kepel argues that the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei marks a significant turning point in Iranian history, linked to recent conflicts.

Mar 1 • 10:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Trump’s current war on Iran picks up where a longstanding enmity left off

The article discusses the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, emphasizing how current military actions by Trump reflect longstanding historical tensions between the two nations.

Mar 1 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Iran: The Party in Persepolis and the Beginning of the End of the Empire

The article discusses the opulent 2,500-year celebration of the Persian Empire hosted by the Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, and its significance as a marker of the decline of the Pahlavi dynasty.

Mar 1 • 09:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

When Khomeini's fighters stormed the American embassy... now America has settled the score

The article discusses the historical event of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis and how the recent U.S. actions towards Iran are framed as a form of revenge for that incident.

Mar 1 • 06:27 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

From the Anti-Arab League to Nuclear Threat: 50 Years of Conflict and Tension between Iran, the USA, and Israel

The article discusses the historical and ongoing tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel over the past 50 years, tracing back to the events of 1979.

Feb 28 • 10:56 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Iran and the United States: Nearly half a century of conflicting relations from the embassy takeover in Tehran to Trump’s attack

Iran and the United States have maintained tense relations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the hostage crisis at the U.S. embassy in Tehran.

Feb 28 • 09:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Who Are the 'Mustazafin', or 'Oppressed', Poor Youth Who Formed the Guard That Today Protects the Dictatorship of Iran

The article explores the role of 'Mustazafin', impoverished youth in Iran, who formed the foundation of the Revolutionary Guard supporting the Iranian dictatorship since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Feb 28 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Recording of Sá & Guarabyra's show in 1979 in São Paulo generates live album from the duo disbanded last year

A newly released live album features the 1979 show of Brazilian duo Sá & Guarabyra, six months after their amicable disbandment in 2025.

Feb 28 • 02:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Silent Death from Dieng: The Day When a Mild Eruption Killed 149 People with an Invisible Gas

The article discusses the deadly impact of a mild volcanic eruption from Sinila on February 20, 1979, which resulted in the death of 149 people due to carbon dioxide gas.

Feb 27 • 12:15 UTC

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