A hodgepodge of East and West, Mithridates’ Pontic Empire emerges as a compelling possibility of what Alexander's empire could've been.

As much as John misses his past homeland in the nation of of Iran, and currently anguishes over the future of his spiritual ...

The discovery of an ancient Sassanid inscription in Iran highlights how betrayal was seen as a spiritual crime and loyalty as ...

Despite the vast reach of the Ottoman Empire, from North Africa to Eastern Europe, one powerful neighbor remained unconquered: Persia. In this video, we explore the reasons why the Ottomans never ...

Years and Counting achieves an incredible feat: It covers our entire “epic journey through time, space, and guilt” in 224 ...

In this excellent account of the political upheavals that shaped modern Asia, Sam Dalrymple covers a vast amount of ground ...

Many years ago, while writing a research paper on Iran, I was impressed by a recurring theme: Researchers and visitors alike consistently spoke of ...

Winter has finally released its icy grip, which means patio season is here in Waterloo region. Colourful umbrellas, leafy ...

From ancient poetry to vibrant mosque tiles, Iran’s art reflects a unique tension between preserving tradition and embracing ...

The Framji Dadabhoy Alpaiwalla Museum documents the history and legacy of the ancient Parsi community - a small ethnic group that's fast dwindling and resides largely in India. Now estimated at just ...

The book pushes back on stereotypes of Muslim women being oppressed and subservient, and instead highlights stories of ...