mohit | Shared With: Everyone - Apr 30 2008 | iran, OPEC, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, news, dollar, oil
Quoted: Iran, OPEC's second-largest producer, has stopped conducting oil transactions in U.S. dollars, a top Oil Ministry official said Wednesday, in a concerted attempt to reduce reliance on Washington at a time of tension over Tehran's nuclear program and suspected involvement in Iraq.
- mohit | Shared With: Everyone - May 05 2007 | news, iran, culture, eyebrows
Just heard this on NPR.
Quoted: Iranian police have warned barbers against offering Western-style hair cuts or plucking the eyebrows of their male customers, Iranian media said on Sunday.
mohit | Shared With: Everyone - Apr 01 2007 | los angeles, restaurants, stuff i've done, iran, iranian, food, california, persian, westwood
I had the rack of lamb here, and it was great. Recommended if you are near UCLA. Going to try some of the more uniquely Iranian dishes (referred to in this review) next time.
Quoted: However, with the abundance of Iranian restaurants in Los Angeles it can be overwhelming knowing exactly where to go. If you’re looking for a place within walking distance of UCLA that promises scrumptious Persian dishes for decent prices, look no farther than Shahrzad.
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