August 2003
Knowledge and Society: Facilities Provided by the United States for the Disabled - 2003-08-31
The article discusses the extensive support and facilities available for disabled individuals in the United States, highlighting its unique position compared to other countries. Mansour…
Science and Society: The Distance of Mars from Earth - 2003-08-28
The article discusses the historical closest approach of Mars to Earth, which occurred sixty thousand years ago when early humans lived in caves. It cites…
Science and Society: Causes of the Columbia Space Shuttle Disaster - 2003-08-27
The article discusses a report on the Columbia space shuttle disaster, attributing the accident to NASA's long-term negligence in safety protocols. Mansour Farasioon from Voice…
Science and Society: The Absence of Water on Mars - 2003-08-25
NASA's spacecraft has confirmed that there is no liquid water on Mars, ending years of speculation about the planet's watery past. This announcement coincides with…
Knowledge and Society: Features of the New Levitra Pill for Enhancing Men's Sexual Potency - 2003-08-21
A new sexual enhancement pill called Levitra has been introduced as a competitor to Viagra in the market. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America discusses…
Science and Society: Melting Polar Ice Caps of Mars - 2003-08-21
The article discusses the observable melting of Mars' polar ice caps using handheld telescopes, as explained by Mansour Farasioon on Voice of America. This phenomenon…
Science and Society: Stopping Light in the Laboratory - 2003-08-18
An American scientist has achieved the remarkable feat of stopping light in a laboratory setting, which could pave the way for the development of tiny…
Science and Society: The Largest Power Outage in America Was Not Unexpected
The article discusses whether the largest blackout in American history was predictable, questioning the reliability of a power industry managed by private entities. Mansour Farasioon…
Parkinson's Disease - 2003-08-15
The article discusses Parkinson's disease, focusing on muscle and limb tremors associated with the condition. It features insights from Mansour Farasioon. Understanding this disease is…
Science and Society: New Virus Attack on Computers - 2003-08-14
A new cyber attack has caused significant disruptions by infecting computers in various sectors. Experts are warning that future attacks could be even more harmful.…
Science and Society: The Impact of Moderate Sun Exposure in Preventing Nerve Degeneration
A new scientific study indicates that moderate sun exposure may reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis. The report is presented by Mansour Farasioon from Voice…
Knowledge and Society: Brain Activity to Prevent Alzheimer's - 2003-08-12
Recent research indicates that literacy may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, and a new method has been developed to treat vision impairment. Mansour Farasioon…
Knowledge and Society: West Nile Virus and Its Deadly Disease - 2003-08-11
The West Nile virus, a mysterious and deadly disease that entered the U.S. four years ago, is spreading rapidly in several states, raising concerns among…
Science and Society: The Orbit of Bodies and Elements of Nature - 2003-08-10
The article discusses the fundamental question of why natural elements and bodies, ranging from atoms to galaxies, revolve around themselves and each other. Mansour Farasioon…
Possibility of Other Hijackers in September 11 Terrorist Attacks
The U.S. government has implicated Zakaria Moussaoui in a conspiracy related to the September 11 attacks, suggesting he was part of a larger Al-Qaeda plot…
Science and Society: Mars Approaching Earth - 2003-08-09
Mars is set to come exceptionally close to Earth, appearing as large as the full moon in the sky. This rare celestial event will not…
Science and Society: Does a Stroke Give Advance Warning?
The article discusses whether strokes can provide advance warning signs and explores preventive measures against the risk of death from strokes. It also examines the…
Knowledge and Society: Eliminating Several Major Causes of Mortality Among the Elderly
The article discusses the potential for a single pill to address multiple major causes of death among the elderly. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America…
Science and Society: Sighting of the White Whale in Australia - 2003-08-05
A white whale, famously known as Moby Dick, has been sighted in Australia. The report is authored by Mansour Farasioon, a scientific journalist. This sighting…
Knowledge and Society: Did Life in the Universe Emerge Billions of Years Ago?
The article discusses the origins of life in the universe, suggesting it emerged billions of years ago rather than the thousands posited by some religious…