January 2003
The Flames of the Heart
The article discusses the film 'The Flames of the Heart', directed by Louis Malle, which portrays a 14-year-old boy's struggles with sexuality and health during…
Elevator to Oblivion
The article discusses the film 'Elevator to Oblivion' directed by Louis Malle, highlighting its significance as an early New Wave film. It tells the story…
28-Year-Old Tibetan Activist Executed for Involvement in Last Year's Bombings in China
Lobsang Dhondup, a 28-year-old Tibetan activist, was executed for his alleged involvement in bombings in China. Human rights organizations and the Tibetan government in exile…
Computer Worm Attacks Internet Information Highways
A new computer worm has significantly disrupted Internet traffic, particularly affecting Asian countries like South Korea. Experts are investigating its origins, with some pointing to…
China Calls for Direct Air Route Between China and Taiwan
China has requested the establishment of a direct air route to Taiwan as both sides prepare for indirect flights. The Taiwanese government is open to…
China Imprisons Three More Tibetans in Connection with Last Year's Bombings in Western China - 2003-01-22
China has imprisoned three additional Tibetans related to bombings from the previous year, following the earlier sentencing of a Buddhist monk to death. The situation…
Dalai Lama Urges Tibetan Exiles to Follow Buddhist Teachings
The Dalai Lama concluded an eight-day Buddhist ceremony in India, urging Tibetan exiles to follow Buddhist teachings and calling for peace with China. His remarks…
Possibility of Sabotage in Explosion in China - 2003-01-16
An explosion at a hotel in Shanxi, China, resulted in five deaths and eleven injuries, with officials suspecting sabotage. Evidence points to a chemical fertilizer…
South Korea says the number of North Korean refugees has nearly doubled each year in recent years - 2003-01-16
South Korea has reported a significant increase in the number of North Korean refugees, with over 1,100 arriving last year, nearly double the figure from…
President Bush: North Korea Must Disarm to Prove Its Sincerity - 2003-01-15
President Bush emphasized that North Korea must disarm its nuclear program to prove its sincerity, suggesting that the U.S. would consider aid if they comply.…
North Korea Rejects U.S. Proposal for Negotiations - 2003-01-15
North Korea has rejected a U.S. proposal for negotiations regarding its nuclear program, labeling it a misleading tactic. The U.S. has stated it will not…
Retired U.S. Officer Charged with Espionage Likely Facing Death Penalty
Brian Regan, a retired U.S. Air Force officer, is facing charges of espionage for allegedly trying to sell military secrets to foreign nations. His trial…
North Korea Still Holds the U.S. Responsible for the Korean Crisis - 2003-01-14
A senior U.S. diplomat, James Kelly, is in Beijing to discuss the North Korean nuclear crisis with Chinese officials, who are willing to mediate. North…
International Efforts to End the North Korean Crisis - 2003-01-14
International diplomatic efforts are intensifying to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia sending a special envoy and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter advocating…
Suppression of Political Freedoms and Minority Rights in China - 2003-01-14
Human Rights Watch has reported on China's repressive policies against minorities and political freedoms in 2002, particularly targeting Uyghur Muslims and religious practices in Tibet.…
Production of a New Type of Agni Missile in India - 2003-01-11
India has announced the production of a new long-range Agni missile, Agni 3, which can carry a nuclear warhead and has a range of over…
A Nuclear Power Plant in North Korea Will Soon Be Operational - 2003-01-11
North Korea's Yongbyon nuclear power plant is set to become operational soon, raising concerns due to its potential for plutonium production for nuclear weapons. The…
China Demonstrates Readiness for First Manned Spaceflight with Successful Unmanned Spacecraft Launch - 2003-01-06
China successfully completed a one-week flight of its unmanned spacecraft Shenzhou 4, indicating its readiness for a manned spaceflight later in 2003. This achievement highlights…
Chinese Spacecraft Returns to Earth
A Chinese unmanned spacecraft successfully returned to Earth, marking a significant step towards China's goal of launching a manned mission later this year. This achievement…
Senior South Korean Officials Head to Washington for Talks on North Korean Nuclear Crisis - 2003-01-05
Senior officials from South Korea are in Washington to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia offering its assistance. This meeting highlights the collaborative…
North Korea Welcomes Any Mediation to Resume Talks with the United States
North Korea is open to foreign mediation to restart talks with the U.S. but refuses to accept any preconditions. The North Korean ambassador expressed skepticism…
Arrest of a Dissident on Charges of Sabotage and Attempting to Overthrow the Government in China - 2003-01-03
Zhao Changqing, a Chinese dissident, was arrested for allegedly sabotaging the government and attempting to incite political reform. His arrest follows the publication of an…
The U.S. Pressures Israel Regarding Sale of Advanced Technology to China - 2003-01-03
The U.S. government is exerting pressure on Israel to stop the sale of advanced technology to China due to concerns about the balance of power…
China to Send First Chinese Astronaut into Space Before the End of This Year - 2003-01-02
China plans to send its first astronaut into space with the "Shenzhou 5" mission before the end of the year, following the successful launch of…