Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Saturday that Tehran is ready to reach what he described as a “reassuring agreement” on its nuclear program, while stressing that halting uranium ...