September 2002
The Joola Passenger Ship That Sank Off the Coast of Gambia Had Over a Thousand Passengers
The Joola passenger ship sank off the coast of Gambia with over a thousand passengers, leading to accusations of negligence against the ship's officials. Only…
Public Anger Rises in Senegal Over Officials of Sunken Passenger Ship
A passenger ship in Senegal, the Joola, sank with 800 passengers, leading to public outrage over negligence by officials. Only 60 people survived, and President…
At least 40 people died from food poisoning in China - 2002-09-15
At least 40 people, primarily middle school students, died from food poisoning in Nanjing, China, after consuming a popular breakfast. Over 200 others were hospitalized,…
Volunteer Services of the American People on September 11 - 2002-09-12
In the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, American citizens have been actively providing volunteer services to support the survivors and victims. This ongoing effort…
Six Pakistanis Sentenced to Death for Gang Rape of a Woman
Six Pakistani men were sentenced to death for the gang rape of a woman, following a tribal council's order. The case highlights issues of tribal…