August 2002
Swedish Police Information on Man Who Entered Plane with Revolver - 2002-08-31
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Sweden for trying to bring a revolver onto a passenger plane. He has received flight training in the U.S.…
Clean Water is Essential for Sustainable Development - 2002-08-29
Nelson Mandela emphasized the importance of clean water for sustainable development at the Earth Summit in Johannesburg. The conference aims to address poverty and environmental…
Earth Conference - 2002-08-24
Thabo Mbeki, President of South Africa, called for the Earth Conference in Johannesburg to focus on actionable plans to improve global living conditions. He highlighted…
Earth Summit in South Africa - 2002-08-20
An environmental group warns that ongoing global warming poses a significant threat to millions of lives in Africa. The World Wildlife Fund is calling on…
Appeal of Four Islamic Militants Accepted by Court in Pakistan - 2002-08-13
The Sindh High Court in Pakistan has accepted the appeal of four Islamic militants convicted for the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. Ahmed…
The Pace of Economic Recovery in the U.S. Has Slowed
The U.S. economic recovery has slowed, with productivity growth dropping significantly and labor costs rising. Despite these challenges, a private report suggests that the U.S.…
The Body of Daniel Pearl Returned to America - 2002-08-08
The remains of journalist Daniel Pearl have been returned to the U.S. after being missing for over six months in Pakistan. His body was confirmed…
In Memory of Chick Hearn, Lakers Basketball Commentator - 2002-08-07
Chick Hearn, the iconic commentator for the Los Angeles Lakers, has passed away after a remarkable career spanning 42 seasons without missing a game for…