Greek sources portrayed the Achaemenid kings, as indulgent and ruthless—all but Cyrus II. Why was this enemy ruler the only ...

Here the rise of Alexander from minor Macedonian princeling to world-conquering king, general and possible god plays out as a struggle between him and the power-hungry Persian ruler Darius. It's a ...

Experts have begun the restoration of the largest inscription of King Darius the Great at Persepolis after years of erosion ...

Following extensive technical studies, the Persepolis World Heritage Site announced that a protection and restoration project ...

TEHRAN - Restoration efforts have officially resumed at several key heritage sites within Persepolis, a famed UNESCO World ...

Astonishing details of Alexander the Great's personal armory as he prepared for the Battle of Gaugamela against the Persians ...

During his rookie season, Darius Garland suffered a groin injury that kept him out of the last five games of the campaign. As reported by Akron Beacon Jornal, Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B ...

This vibrant artwork highlights the essence of Nowruz, a festival that has been celebrated for over 3,000 years, originating in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and spreading to many regions across ...

But what is Nowruz, and why do people celebrate it? Thursday, March 20, 2025, marks the Persian New Year, or Nowruz, a holiday that's been celebrated for several millenniums, according to the ...

It’s tied to the spring equinox and has roots in the Persian Empire. Here’s what to know. By Aimee Ortiz Nowruz, the Persian New Year, began on Thursday, kicking off a celebration of life ...

SAN DIEGO — On the first day of spring, Persians celebrate Nowruz (no-ROOZ), also known as the Persian New Year. The celebration involves gathering around a table known as a Haftseen ...