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A cosmopolitan Iranian looks at current events in Iran and beyond:
Located half-way between West and East, and influenced by its ancient Persian heritage as well as the dominant religion in the country, for decades Iran has been struggling with its schizophrenic identity. Tradition or Modernity? Is there a third way out?
Which direction are we moving to? Today, a new generation of young Iranians is shaping the future of the country. Many observers believe that Iranian youth and women are forces of change in the country--changes that will have implications beyond Iran, throughout the region or perhaps around the globe. In addition to these recurrent themes, you will read about my own trivial pursuits and interests, music, culture, movies, and etc. After all, life goes on, whether you live in East or West! See the world through the eyes of a young Iranian!
Yesterday This Day's Madness did prepare To-morrow's Silence, Triumph, or Despair: Drink! for you not know whence you came, nor why; Drink! for you know not why you go, no where. -From Rubaiyat by Omar-Khayyam (c. 1110 A.D.) *Title painting: "La joie de vivre" by Pablo Picasso  Wednesday, February 05, 2003
Powell and me at the UN!
Today I was at the UN headquarters at the same time that Colin Powell was there; only that he was in the Security Council presenting his report, and I was in the General Assembly writing an exam! I had to be at the UN at 8 a.m.--half an hour earlier than the original scheduled time because of Mr. Powell's visit. Camera crews and reporters had lined up in front of the building, security was tight, and helicopters were hovering above our heads ... and now, finally I'm back in Cambridge! Home, sweet home!
Posted at 11:42 PM
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