August 2003
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Baghdad University Faces Shortage of Qualified Professors - 2003-08-31
Baghdad University has started functioning but is struggling with a lack of qualified professors as many Ba'athist instructors have fled. This situation highlights the challenges…
Life and Progress in America: Introduction to the Smithsonian Collection - 2003-08-31
Abbas Malayeri presents an overview of the Smithsonian museums, highlighting their significance in American culture. This introduction serves to inform readers about the diverse exhibits…
Fire in a Major Crude Oil Pipeline in Northern Iraq - 2003-08-30
A fire broke out in a significant crude oil pipeline in northern Iraq, with the cause still undetermined. The incident highlights ongoing insurgent efforts to…
Efforts to Stop the Latest Computer Virus - 2003-08-23
The Sobig virus has caused some disruptions in email systems but has not severely impacted internet operations. Experts managed to limit its spread by disabling…
Life and Progress in America: The Opening and Closing of the American College in Iran - 2003-08-22
The article discusses the establishment and subsequent closure of the American College in Iran, highlighting its significance in the context of educational exchanges between Iran…
Microsoft to Pay $520 Million Fine
Microsoft has been ordered to pay $520 million for patent infringement related to its Internet Explorer browser. The payment will go to Eolas Technologies and…
On This Day, August 10: Establishment of the Smithsonian Institution - 2003-08-10
On August 10, 1846, the U.S. Congress established the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. This event is significant as it marks the creation of a…
Four American Soldiers Injured During Patrols in Kirkuk and Baghdad - 2003-08-10
Four American soldiers were injured in Iraq amid ongoing guerrilla attacks, while British troops faced unrest in Basra over fuel shortages. President Bush reaffirmed U.S.…
Arnold Schwarzenegger Wants to Become Governor of California - 2003-08-07
Arnold Schwarzenegger announced his candidacy for Governor of California during an appearance on the 'Tonight Show'. He aims to replace the current governor, Gray Davis,…
New Security Regulations by the Indonesian Government - 2003-08-06
The Indonesian government has announced new security measures following a deadly bombing at the Marriott Hotel in Jakarta that killed 14 and injured 149. The…
The Episcopal Church of America Approves Its First Openly Gay Bishop
The Episcopal Church of America has voted to approve Reverend Gene Robinson as its first openly gay bishop. This decision will be finalized by the…
Russian Authorities Detain Two Individuals in Connection with Friday's Suicide Attack
Two individuals have been detained by Russian authorities related to a suicide attack on a military hospital that resulted in at least fifty fatalities. The…
The Episcopal Church in America Votes Today on the Election of Its First Openly Gay Bishop - 2003-08-03
The Episcopal Church in America is voting on the election of Gene Robinson as its first openly gay bishop. This decision follows significant debate at…
U.S. Temporary Administration in Iraq Invites International Financial Institutions
The U.S. Temporary Administration in Iraq is seeking proposals from international financial institutions to reform two major banks previously managed by the Ba'ath Party. This…