May 2003
Guide to Searching Past Content on VOA Persian Website - 2003-05-31
The article provides a guide for users on how to effectively search for past content on the VOA Persian website. It outlines the functionality of…
President Bush's First Trip to the Middle East Will Begin Next Week - 2003-05-28
President Bush is set to make his first visit to the Middle East next week to promote peace efforts, with planned summits involving Arab leaders,…
King of Thailand to Receive Patent for Artificial Rain Production Next Week
The King of Thailand is set to receive a patent for his invention of artificial rain production next week. This marks his fourth patent, following…
Chinese President Arrives in Moscow
Chinese President Hu Jintao has arrived in Moscow for his first foreign visit since taking office, accompanied by key officials. He is set to meet…
The United States Reopens Its Embassy and Consulates in Saudi Arabia - 2003-05-26
The U.S. has reopened its diplomatic missions in Saudi Arabia despite ongoing travel warnings due to terrorist threats. This decision follows recent bombings in Riyadh…
Representative of the Queen of Britain in Australia Resigns
The representative of the Queen in Australia, Peter Hollingworth, has resigned amid serious sexual allegations from decades ago. He faces accusations of historical rape and…
The possession of automatic and heavy weapons will be illegal in Iraq from June 14
The U.S. occupying forces in Iraq have declared that possession of automatic and heavy weapons will be illegal starting June 14, with a 14-day amnesty…
Iraq Expected to Double Oil Production Within a Month - 2003-05-24
Iraq's acting Minister of Oil announced that the country will double its oil production within a month and resume exports soon. The civilian administration has…
UN Human Rights Chief Appointed as Special Representative of Kofi Annan in Iraq - 2003-05-24
Kofi Annan appointed Sergio Vieira de Mello as his special representative in Iraq amid a UN resolution that grants the US and UK authority to…
A 70-Year-Old Japanese Man Becomes the Oldest Person to Summit Mount Everest - 2003-05-22
Yuichiro Miura, a 70-year-old Japanese climber, has set a record as the oldest person to summit Mount Everest. His achievement coincides with the 50th anniversary…
Persian Localization of Windows Computers - 2003-05-21
The article discusses the challenges of localizing Windows computers to support the Persian language, highlighting Microsoft's inadequate support for a Persian Unicode standard. It provides…
A Defector from North Korea: 90% of North Korean Missile Parts are Illegally Procured in Japan
A North Korean defector revealed that most missile parts are sourced illegally from Japan, implicating a pro-North Korean group in the transfer of these materials.…
U.S. and U.K. Embassies in Saudi Arabia to Close Until Next Week - 2003-05-21
The U.S. and U.K. embassies in Saudi Arabia are closing temporarily due to credible terrorist threats, following recent suicide bombings that killed 34. This decision…
How to Combat the Spread of SARS? - 2003-05-20
Health officials from several countries affected by SARS emphasize the need for collaboration to combat the disease effectively. Taiwan is currently experiencing a rapid spread…
U.S. Pressure on the United Nations Security Council to Lift Sanctions on Iraq - 2003-05-20
The U.S. is exerting pressure on the UN Security Council to approve a resolution to lift sanctions on Iraq, which have been in place for…
Life and Progress in America: The History of Nursing in the U.S. - 2003-05-19
The article discusses the historical context of nursing as a career option for women in America, highlighting a shift from limited opportunities to a current…
Saudi Arabia Arrests 4 Suspects in Last Week's Bombings
Saudi Arabia has arrested four suspects linked to last week's suicide bombings in Riyadh that killed 34 people, including 8 Americans. Adel al-Jubeir defended the…
Alireza Rezaei: I Do Not Know the American Wrestler
Alireza Rezaei, an Iranian wrestler, expressed limited knowledge about his upcoming American opponent, Brian Keck, but emphasized the importance of domestic competition for the national…
Under the Microscope: Policies to Root Out Al-Qaeda in Saudi Arabia, Discovery of Thousands of Bodies in Mass Graves in Iraq - 2003-05-16
The article discusses the implications of a recent explosion in Saudi Arabia on the country's efforts to combat Al-Qaeda, alongside the discovery of mass graves…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Tehran and Washington Officials Engaged in Direct Dialogue
For the first time in years, officials from Tehran and Washington have met face-to-face for discussions. This marks a significant moment in U.S.-Iran relations, involving…
Witness Report: Le Monde's Reports on the People's Mujahedin Organization - 2003-05-13
Le Monde has published two reports about the People's Mujahedin Organization, one from their base in Iraq and another from Washington. These reports highlight the…
Hossein Rezazadeh, the Strongest Man in the World: I Did Not Intend to Break Records
Hossein Rezazadeh, the world's strongest weightlifter, won first place at the Grand Prix in Hungary but stated he did not aim to break records during…
Discovery of Laboratory Equipment Likely Used in 2001 Terrorist Attacks in the U.S.
American detectives discovered laboratory equipment in Maryland that may have been used in the 2001 anthrax attacks that killed five people. A former Army researcher,…
Official Reports Indicate Decrease in SARS Outbreak in Beijing and Hong Kong
Official reports indicate a decrease in SARS cases in Beijing and Hong Kong, while Taiwan sees an increase. The World Health Organization has issued travel…
Secretary of the Iranian Wrestling Federation: We Will Investigate the Absence of Foreign Countries at the Natiq Noori Cup
The Iranian Wrestling Federation Secretary, Seyed Javad Rafougher, announced the investigation into the absence of foreign countries at the Natiq Noori Cup, despite achieving goals…
The United States, Britain, and Spain Present a New Resolution to the United Nations to End the Ten-Year Sanctions Against Iraq
The U.S., U.K., and Spain have introduced a resolution to the UN to end sanctions on Iraq, proposing to phase out the Oil-for-Food program and…
Under the Microscope: Report of the Parliamentary Investigation Committee on IRIB, Iran Ready to Expand Relations with the U.S.
The Iranian Parliament's Investigation Committee has reported financial misconduct within the IRIB. In response to a letter from 145 MPs, Kamal Kharrazi has indicated that…
Dick Cheney Will Be President Bush's Running Mate in the 2004 Election
Dick Cheney confirmed he will be President Bush's running mate for the 2004 election despite past health issues. Cheney has had multiple heart attacks but…
Analysis of Audio Tape Received by Australian Newspaper Reporter - 2003-05-07
An audio tape purportedly from Saddam Hussein has surfaced, urging Iraqis to wage a covert war against U.S. and coalition forces. The tape was delivered…
Bodies of Two Students Retrieved from the Rubble of the Earthquake in Southeastern Turkey
Two more bodies of students have been recovered from the rubble of a dormitory that collapsed during a 6.4 magnitude earthquake in southeastern Turkey, raising…
The Last Bodies of Earthquake Victims in Turkey Pulled from the Rubble - 2003-05-04
Rescue teams in southeastern Turkey have recovered the last bodies of 84 elementary school students who died in a recent earthquake. The earthquake, measuring 4.6…
Pope John Paul II's Visit to Spain - 2003-05-03
Pope John Paul II visited Madrid, Spain, where he called for global peace and is set to canonize five priests. The visit is marked by…
Release of Dozens of Hostages from American Oil Platforms in Nigerian Coastal Waters - 2003-05-03
Dozens of hostages taken by striking workers from American oil platforms in Nigeria have been released after a two-week standoff. The release followed an agreement…
The Main Source of SARS Disease in Singapore is Hospitals
A senior health official in Singapore revealed that hospitals are the primary source of SARS infections, accounting for 62% of cases. This information is critical…
Restrictions on May Day Celebrations Due to SARS Crisis
The SARS outbreak in China has led to significant restrictions on May Day celebrations, reducing the festivities from a week to just a few days.…