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Nicholas Wing to debut original composition at Carnegie Hall after second-prize win
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Composer and pianist Nicholas Wing will make his Carnegie Hall debut on Nov. 14, 2026, with the world premiere of his solo piano work at the NY Classical Debut Awards Gala Concert in New York City. The self-taught Ohio artist’s appearance marks a…
Packman opens media room to showcase boiler output and research
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Packman Company has launched an international media room to spotlight its industrial boiler production, refinery equipment and engineering research.
Iranian-American artist Delara builds momentum after debut single
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Delara Delbarian, an Iranian-American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer from Tehran, is pushing further into music after launching her recording career with the 2024 debut single “Pishe To.” The Los Angeles-based artist is positioning new…
Delara releases nostalgia-driven single Tehran
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Iranian-American singer-songwriter Delara has released “Tehran,” a new single inspired by memories of home, late-night drives and hopes for Iran’s future.
Dolce Media Group documentary selected for 2026 Travel Film Awards in Spain
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Dolce Media Group’s 13-minute documentary “La Dolce Vita in Malta” has been selected for the 2026 Travel Film Awards in Cardona, Spain, adding another international stop to the project’s run. The film, created with VisitMalta and the Malta Tourism…
Irany releases mariachi single honoring Mexican roots and self-worth
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Mexican-American singer, musician and accordionist Irany has released “Ahora Sí Quieres Querer,” a mariachi single out Sept. 4, 2026 on digital platforms.
MEMRI warns Iran is using AI videos to fuel propaganda and violence threats
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MEMRI released a new study on Sept. 22, 2026, arguing that Iran and its proxies are using AI-generated videos to spread anti-U.S. and anti-Israel propaganda, including threats against American targets.
North South Consonance to mark Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin American art songs
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North South Consonance will present a free recital of Latin American art songs on Sept. 25 at Scorca Hall in New York City, with soprano Clara Luz Iranzo, tenor Mario Arevalo and pianist Max Lifchitz.
Saatchi Art unveils 2026 Rising Stars class
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Saatchi Art named 30 emerging artists to its 2026 Rising Stars cohort, a curator-selected list that can boost visibility with collectors and exhibitions.
Thousands to rally across from UN calling for an end to executions in Iran
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Iranian Americans and human rights supporters plan to gather in New York during the U.N. General Assembly to press for an end to Iran’s theocracy and support a democratic, secular republic.
More than 200 Iranian artists join global relief initiative
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Continuum: Artist Relief for Iran is bringing more than 500 original works from over 200 artists and galleries across Iran into an international sales and visibility push.
AZADI album blends music and human rights message
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AZADI Songs of Freedom, released worldwide Aug. 27, 2026, brings together GRAMMY-winning and GRAMMY-nominated musicians from multiple countries in a statement against repression and censorship.
Ottawa musicians launch AZADI album on freedom and human rights
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Two Ottawa-raised artists, pianist-composer Mary Dawood Catlin and conductor-composer Nadeem Majdalany, have teamed up on AZADI Songs of Freedom, a new classical album built around human rights and artistic resistance.
Dr. K. A. Paul plans Dallas peace gathering with interfaith leaders and youth
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Dr. K. A. Paul and the Global Peace Initiative will host a peace event Sunday in the Dallas-Irving area, bringing together about 1,000 faith leaders, young people and community figures.
Darvishi books Sofar Sounds debut in Los Angeles
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Iranian-American pop artist Darvishi will perform at Sofar Sounds in Los Angeles on Oct. 29 at 8 p.m., marking her first appearance in the live series.
Shabnam Delfani wins Influencer Magazine award for climate and peace work
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Prof. Shabnam Delfani received the International Recognition Award at the Influencer Magazine Awards 2026 in London on October 25. The honor highlights her work in climate change modelling, water diplomacy, sustainability and international peace…
Jewell Farshad’s viral anthem is reportedly banned in Iran
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Iran has reportedly banned Jewell Farshad’s song “Salope of Liberté” as the track surges on TikTok and Instagram during funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Student launches Yādgār digital archive of Iranian cultural heritage
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A Bakersfield high school student has launched Yādgār, a free online archive documenting the destruction, looting and suppression of Iranian and Middle Eastern cultural heritage.
Ramin Rezaeian romance rumors swirl after Iran World Cup exit
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Social media speculation has linked Iranian soccer star Ramin Rezaeian with Hollywood actress and model Jewell Farshad after Rezaeian’s emotional World Cup moment went viral.
Giovanni Scafoglio frames new album as antidote to social media toxicity
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Italian artist Giovanni Scafoglio has released Musicology Mashup, a 78-minute album built from neuroscience research, field recordings and 21 international collaborators to counter algorithmic overload.
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