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May 2002
The Life of Bob Hope - 2002-05-31
The U.S. government and citizens have recognized the contributions of actor Bob Hope as he reaches 99 years of age, with the Congress naming a…
Escalation of Disputes Between Burma and Thailand - 2002-05-31
Burma has intensified its conflict with Thailand by banning any mention of the country in the media, following accusations of Thai support for anti-government rebels.…
Appointment of the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana as Chargé d'Affaires in Pakistan - 2002-05-30
The U.S. is appointing Nancy Powell, the ambassador to Ghana, as the temporary chargé d'affaires in Pakistan following the departure of Wendy Chamberlin. This move…
Philippine Muslim Rebels Promise to Free Captured Nurse - 2002-05-30
A Muslim rebel leader in the Philippines has promised to release a Filipino nurse held hostage for nearly a year. This announcement follows a U.S.…
Financial Aid to Africa Without Considering Realities Will Be Condemned to Failure
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill and musician Bono emphasize the need for financial aid to Africa to consider the continent's realities. They advocate for support…
Grants Instead of Loans for Poor African Countries - 2002-05-29
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill advocates for grants instead of loans for poor African nations during his visit to Uganda. This approach aims to address…
The Downed Airplane Was Scheduled to Be Retired After Arriving in Hong Kong - 2002-05-27
A Chinese passenger airplane crashed into the sea while en route from Taipei to Hong Kong, with no survivors expected among the 225 passengers. The…
Suicide Bombing Leaves at Least Three Dead
A suicide bombing in a shopping center near Tel Aviv has resulted in at least three deaths, including the bomber, and many injuries. The incident…
France's Victory Over South Korea - 2002-05-26
France's national football team won 3-2 against South Korea in a warm-up match before the World Cup, but Zinedine Zidane sustained a thigh injury. This…
Second Anniversary of Israeli Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon - 2002-05-26
Lebanon commemorated the second anniversary of Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, which ended an 18-year occupation. Hezbollah celebrated the occasion with public events, while Lebanon,…
Meeting of Terrorist Groups in Lebanon Denied
Hezbollah denied U.S. media reports of a meeting with Al-Qaeda and Hamas leaders in Lebanon. Sheikh Nasrallah dismissed the claims as false during a public…
Bomb Explosion in Tel Aviv - 2002-05-24
A bomb exploded outside a nightclub in Tel Aviv, injuring two Israelis amid conflicting reports about the nature of the attack. This incident follows a…
More Strikes in South Korea - 2002-05-23
In South Korea, as the World Cup approaches, approximately 40,000 workers, including hospital staff, have gone on strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The…
American Soldier Killed Was Member of U.S. Special Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-05-21
An American soldier, Sergeant Gene Arden Vance, was killed in Afghanistan while on patrol near Sikhin. The incident occurred during ongoing operations by U.S. Special…
FBI Says It Cannot Prevent Suicide Bombings on U.S. Soil - 2002-05-21
The FBI director has stated that suicide bombings in the U.S. cannot be prevented, echoing concerns raised by Vice President Cheney about the likelihood of…
South Korea Concerned About Strikes During World Cup Matches - 2002-05-21
The South Korean government is worried about potential strikes by labor unions during the upcoming World Cup, threatening severe actions against any disruptive actions. The…
Fire on Passenger Ship in the North Sea Contained
A fire on the passenger ship 'Princess Scandinavia' in the North Sea has been contained with nearly nine hundred passengers on board. The Royal Air…
US Requests Cuba to Allow Visits to Biotechnology Laboratories - 2002-05-17
The US has requested Cuba to permit international inspections of its biotechnology labs to verify compliance with the Biological Weapons Convention. This request comes amid…
Calendar Day, May 16: The First Academy Awards - 2002-05-16
The first Academy Awards ceremony was held on May 16, 2002, recognizing outstanding achievements in film. Gigi Noire, Emil Jennings, and Frank Borzage were among…
Elections in the Netherlands - 2002-05-16
The Dutch are voting in parliamentary elections influenced by the assassination of right-wing leader Pim Fortuyn. Polls suggest the Christian Democratic Party will gain the…
Fish or Fish Oil Reduces Heart Problems - 2002-05-16
American scientists conducted a study on 22,000 men, finding that higher levels of blood fatty acids correlate with a reduced risk of sudden death. This…
In 1999, Pakistan Was Preparing for a Nuclear Attack on India - 2002-05-15
In 1999, evidence emerged that Pakistan was preparing for a nuclear strike against India amid ongoing skirmishes in Kashmir. This was disclosed by a former…
Parliamentary Elections in the Netherlands Are Held
The Netherlands is holding parliamentary elections today, influenced by the recent assassination of far-right leader Pim Fortuyn. The Christian Democratic conservatives are expected to win,…
Carter: U.S. Officials Did Not Provide Evidence That Cuba Exports Weapon Technology - 2002-05-14
Former President Jimmy Carter challenged U.S. government claims that Cuba exports weapon technology, stating that no evidence was provided. John Bolton had previously accused Cuba…
Castro: Cuba Does Not Produce Biological Weapons - 2002-05-11
Fidel Castro refuted U.S. allegations that Cuba is producing biological weapons and sharing technology with adversarial nations. John Bolton, a U.S. official, made these claims,…
Guests on Friday, May 10, 2002
The article features an interview with Congressman Bob Ney discussing new visa regulations. It highlights the coverage by C-SPAN of U.S. Congressional sessions and invites…
President Bush's Phone Call with the President of South Africa - 2002-05-10
President Bush commended South African President Thabo Mbeki for his role in seeking to end the civil war in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The…
The U.S. Confirms Contact with Iranian Representatives - 2002-05-10
The U.S. confirmed a rare contact with Iranian officials regarding peace talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia, mediated by Washington. This meeting highlights Iran's interest in…
Iran-U.S. Talks Denied
An Iranian parliament member claims secret talks with the U.S. occurred, but both Iran and the U.S. deny this. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and…
Reaction of French News Organizations Following the Conviction of Siamak Pourzand - 2002-05-07
Siamak Pourzand has been sentenced to eight years in prison, prompting a strong reaction from French news organizations, particularly Reporters Without Borders. This situation highlights…
Exchange of Fire Between Hezbollah Fighters and Israeli Soldiers - 2002-05-07
Hezbollah and Israeli soldiers exchanged fire at the Lebanon-Israel border, marking the most intense clash in recent weeks. Each side blames the other for starting…
Interview with Aboutrahb Mostofi - 2002-05-07
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Aboutrahb Mostofi regarding the recent elections in France and their potential impacts on both domestic and foreign policies. This discussion is…
Pipe Bombs Found in Mailboxes in Nebraska - 2002-05-05
At least 4 pipe bombs were discovered in Nebraska mailboxes, following explosions in Iowa and Illinois that injured 6 people. Federal authorities are investigating potential…
May 3: World Press Freedom Day - 2002-05-05
On May 3, the Swiss section of Reporters Without Borders invited women journalists from Kazakhstan, Iran, and Colombia to Geneva to discuss their challenges. This…
Islamic Court Seizes Two Prominent Reformist Newspapers
An Islamic court in Iran has seized two reformist newspapers while sentencing journalist Siamak Pourzand to 8 years in prison. This marks a return to…
Lifting of Ban on Two Newspapers in Iran - 2002-05-05
The Iranian judiciary has lifted the ban on two reformist newspapers, coinciding with the sentencing of journalist Siamak Pourzand to 8 years in prison for…
The West Bank is the Most Dangerous Place for Journalists in the World
A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists states that the West Bank is the most dangerous place for journalists globally, with Israel criticized for…
Trial of Former Yugoslav President's Assistant Begins
The trial of Nikola Sainovic, a former assistant to Slobodan Milosevic, begins today at the Hague, following his surrender. He faces charges of crimes against…
Nearly 500 Journalists Arrested in 2001
In 2001, nearly 500 journalists were arrested globally, with about 100 still imprisoned. Reporters Without Borders highlights increasing censorship and political targeting of journalists, particularly…
Two Former Associates of Milosevic Surrender to The Hague War Crimes Tribunal
Two former associates of Slobodan Milosevic have surrendered to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. Nikolai Shiyanovich faces charges related to the Kosovo…
Malian Elections Go to Second Round
The presidential elections in Mali have not resulted in a clear winner, leading to a second round of voting. Retired General Amadou Toumani Touré, former…
Abu Sayyaf Group Threatens to Kill American Couple - 2002-05-01
The Abu Sayyaf group has threatened to kill an American couple if the Philippine government does not negotiate for their release. The couple has been…