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Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on Dec 20

Dec 20, 2023, 7:49 AM
News ID: 85327367
Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on Dec 20

Tehran, IRNA – The following headlines appeared in English-language newspapers in the Iranian capital on Wednesday, December 20, 2023:

** IRAN DAILY

-- Low tariffs are Iranian healthcare’s Achilles’ heel

Medicine is a highly esteemed academic field in Iran, with numerous aspiring teenagers dreaming of becoming doctors. However, the path to becoming a doctor is rigorous and selective. Only a fraction of candidates who take the national university entrance exam are ultimately accepted into medical schools. After completing the seven-year general medicine course and passing the necessary exams, doctors enter specialized fields, requiring an additional four to five years of training before practicing medicine in their chosen specialty.
Despite the challenges doctors face in entering and excelling in specialized fields, medical tariffs have failed to keep pace with inflation or reflect their hard work. As a result, many positions in specialized fields remain vacant each year, compelling some doctors to turn to cosmetic work for higher earnings, while others opt to migrate abroad. The income disparity between doctors in the public and private sectors further exacerbates the issue, creating an imbalance within the healthcare system.

--  Qalat village, a hidden gem in cultural landscape of Fars Province

Qalat village, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Fars Province, stands as a captivating tourism destination, drawing in both local and international visitors. This historical gem is a part of the vibrant tapestry of attractions in the region, offering a unique blend of rich history, lush natural beauty, and a serene, cool climate.
Perched at an elevation of 2,065 meters above sea level, Qalat village boasts a distinctive charm, characterized by its stepped houses and the imposing presence of Qalat Mountain, which encircles the village like a protective barrier. The village, with its historical monuments, verdant surroundings, and refreshing springs, was once a favored retreat for ancient Iranian royalty, and to this day, it remains a haven for leisure and relaxation in the heart of Shiraz.

--  Qassempour heading to Zagreb Open in one last shot at Paris slot

Iranian freestyle wrestler Kamran Qassempour will make a final attempt to secure a berth at next year’s Paris Olympics when taking part at the Zagreb Open Ranking Series, starting January 10.
Qassempour will participate in the 97kg contests – one of six freestyle weight classes in Paris – in the Croatian capital as he will be looking to add the Olympic glory to his double 92kg world golds in 2021 and 2022.

** KAYHAN INTERNATIONAL

-- Medical Irradiation Facilityin Tehran Operational

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Muhammad Eslami said on Tuesday that the country has successfully loaded the radiation source at the Tehran Gamma Irradiation Facility in a move that will help significantly cut the time needed to irradiate medical items, the country’s nuclear chief has announced.

 “The reloading and recharging of Tehran’s Gamma system initially have the impact of reducing the time required for irradiating medical data-x-items to two and a half minutes,” Eslami said. This will in turn boost efficiency by more than four times, he added.

--  Iranian Christians Gear Up for Christmas

Christmas is already in the air in the Iranian capital Tehran with Christians, mainly from the Armenian descent, are on a shopping spree to celebrate the birth of the Jesus Christ and the start of the New Year.
Christians buy pine trees, statuettes, and other symbols days ahead of the event from the shops mainly on Mirzaye Shirazi Street in northern Tehran, where an old church is located nearby.

-- Iranian Girls Climb Two Places at FIBA World Ranking

Iran basketball climbed two spots to 66th in the FIBA World Ranking Girls. Reigning world champion the U.S. retained its position as the world’s number one side over second-place France, which is also unmoved.
At number three is Canada, which is the first of several climbers in the most recent rankings. Slovenia improved its position with a four-place jump into sixth while Finland joined the top 10 after leaping up six places.

** TEHRAN TIMES

--Iran prepares to commemorate 4th martyrdom anni. of venerated General

The press conference marking the fourth anniversary of the commemoration of the martyrdom of senior Iranian anti-terror commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani has been held on Monday morning. Led by Mojtaba Abtahi, the spokesperson for the fourth-anniversary briefing, the conference outlined detailed plans for the upcoming ceremony.

Abtahi underscored the nationwide support garnered over the past three years for General Soleimani's commemoration, showcasing internal unity and a collective sense of duty to preserve his enduring legacy. “The fourth anniversary,” as Abtahi noted, “coincides with the heroic efforts of the Palestinian resistance movement, Hamas, intertwining the importance of Soleimani's legacy with the spirit of resistance.”

--  Iranian students shine in UniKL International Robattle Competition

 Elite students from Iran ranked first in the UniKL International Robattle Competition (UIRC) 2023 and became champions in the category of Innovation. The competition was hosted by Malaysia and held from December 10 –13, IRIB reported.

The event brought together more than 420 participants, under the age of 17, underscoring its widespread appeal and global representation.

-- From reed flute to one-centimeter bags, glimpses of Hastijan’s cave discoveries

A special exhibition has been inaugurated at the National Museum of Iran showcasing peculiar findings from Hastijan’s Zel Cave, ranging from a Sasanian-era reed flute to one-centimeter bags, sleeves, and pieces of personal ornamentation.

Over the past century, this cave has been looted several times by unauthorized excavators, and many of its Pahlavi-scripted leather inscriptions have been plundered, with a substantial number held in American and German universities and private collections, Mehr reported on Monday.

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