October 2002
North Korea Defends Its Nuclear Program
North Korea has defended its nuclear program amid perceived threats, suggesting a non-aggression pact with the U.S. could ease tensions. The U.S. denies the presence…
Disagreement Between North Korea and Japan on Issues - 2002-10-31
Japan and North Korea failed to reach an agreement during recent diplomatic talks aimed at resolving long-standing issues, including North Korea's weapons program and the…
North Korean Officials Claim Right to Produce Nuclear Weapons or Other Weapons of Mass Destruction
North Korean officials assert their right to develop nuclear weapons due to perceived threats from the U.S. Ambassador Pak Hoi Chan criticized the U.S. for…
Japan-North Korea Talks Conclude
Japan and North Korea held two days of talks in Kuala Lumpur but failed to reach agreements on key issues, including the nuclear program and…
North Korea Rejects Japan's Request to End Nuclear Weapons Program - 2002-10-29
North Korea has rejected Japan's request to end its nuclear weapons program during diplomatic talks in Kuala Lumpur. This rejection is framed by North Korea…
High-ranking Officials from North Korea and Japan to Engage in Dialogue - 2002-10-29
High-ranking officials from North Korea and Japan are scheduled to hold talks for the first time since North Korea's admission of its secret nuclear weapons…
Leaders of Pacific Rim Countries Enter Final Round of Negotiations
Leaders from Pacific Rim countries are concluding negotiations focused on anti-terrorism measures at an APEC summit in Mexico. They aim to enhance regional security and…
Leaders of Japan, South Korea, and the USA Call for the Abolishment of North Korea's Nuclear Programs
Leaders from Japan, South Korea, and the USA are united in calling for the immediate and verifiable end of North Korea's nuclear weapons program. This…
Anti-War Protests in Washington - 2002-10-27
Tens of thousands protested in Washington against President Bush's war policies regarding Iraq, with similar demonstrations occurring worldwide. Prominent figures like Jesse Jackson spoke out…
News and Opinions: The Sound of the Reed Comes from Behind History - 2002-10-27
A discussion on the impact of music is taking place in Paris, highlighting the contrast between cultural freedom in the West and the music ban…
Leaders' Summit of Pacific and East Asian Countries - 2002-10-26
President Bush is attending a summit in Mexico with leaders from Pacific and East Asian countries, focusing on issues like anti-terrorism, Iraq, regional trade, and…
Meeting of Leaders in Texas - 2002-10-26
President Bush and Chinese leader Jiang Zemin met in Texas to discuss cooperation on halting China's nuclear weapons program and efforts to denuclearize the Korean…
Gaijin
The film 'Gaijin' depicts the struggles of early 20th century Japanese immigrants in Brazil, particularly highlighting the tragic journey of a young woman seeking work.…
North Korea Seeks Non-Aggression Pact with the U.S.
North Korea is requesting a non-aggression pact with the U.S. to address the crisis stemming from its nuclear weapons program. The North Korean government insists…
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit - 2002-10-23
The APEC summit in Mexico will focus on terrorism, North Korea, and Iraq, with President Bush joining other leaders to discuss economic cooperation and liberalization…
North Korea: We are ready to address any concerns of the U.S. through dialogue
North Korea has expressed readiness to resolve U.S. concerns about its nuclear program through dialogue, contingent on the U.S. changing its perceived hostile policy. This…
Maximum Pressure Will Be Applied on North Korea to Halt U.S. Nuclear Weapons Program - 2002-10-20
The U.S. is intensifying pressure on North Korea to cease its nuclear weapons program, following discussions with South Korean officials. This comes in light of…
Concerns Expressed by North Korea's Neighboring Countries - 2002-10-17
North Korea's announcement of a nuclear weapons program has alarmed neighboring countries, particularly Japan and South Korea, prompting calls for adherence to international agreements. The…
Nuclear Weapons in North Korea - 2002-10-16
North Korea has admitted to a covert nuclear weapons program, violating a 1994 treaty with the U.S. This admission was made during a visit by…
Investigators from Major Global Police Organizations Gather in Bali Tourist Island
Investigators from various countries have convened in Bali following a deadly explosion that killed over 180 people, believed to be linked to Al-Qaeda. This collaboration…
Five Japanese Abducted Twenty Years Ago Temporarily Return to Japan
Five Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea over 20 years ago have returned to Japan for a brief visit. North Korea has required that their…
Japanese Abductees Return to Their Country for a Visit
Five Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea 20 years ago have returned to Japan for a visit, marking a significant emotional reunion with their families.…
Tribute from Firefighters Worldwide to 356 Firefighters Who Lost Their Lives in New York While on Duty
Thousands of firefighters from around the world paid tribute to 356 firefighters who died in the line of duty, primarily those who perished during the…
In the event of Saddam's removal, a temporary military government led by the U.S. will replace it - 2002-10-11
The Bush administration is preparing a plan for a temporary U.S.-led military government in Iraq if Saddam Hussein is removed. This plan includes a transitional…
Japanese Abducted by North Korea to Return to Japan
Five Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s are set to return to Japan on October 15 for a two-week visit.…
Announcement of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry - 2002-10-09
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2002 has been awarded to John F., Koichi Tanaka, and Kurt Wüthrich for their groundbreaking work in analyzing large…
Nobel Prize in Economics 2002 - 2002-10-09
The 2002 Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to Daniel Kahneman and Vernon Smith for their contributions to economic theory through experimental methods. Kahneman's work…
Dear Summer Sister
The film 'Dear Summer Sister' directed by Nagisa Oshima explores complex themes of taboo relationships and social issues through the story of a teenage girl…
Night and Fog in Japan
The article discusses the film 'Night and Fog in Japan' directed by Nagisa Oshima, highlighting its exploration of political events through the lens of a…
The Man Who Left His Will on Film
The article discusses the film 'The Man Who Left His Will on Film,' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which portrays a radical's last moments and the…
Boy
The article discusses the film 'Boy' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which portrays a family that exploits their child to extort money from drivers. The film…
Cruel Story of Youth
The article discusses the film 'Cruel Story of Youth' directed by Nagisa Oshima, highlighting its themes of nihilism and the exploitation of middle-aged men by…
Death by Hanging
The article discusses the film 'Death by Hanging' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which critiques the death penalty and the Japanese judicial system through the story…
The Ceremony - 2002-10-04
The article discusses the film 'The Ceremony' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which explores the history of post-war Japan through the experiences of the Sukurada family.…
The Sun’s Burial
The article discusses the film 'The Sun’s Burial' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which portrays the violent and immoral lives of young criminals in Osaka's underground.…
Diary of a Shinjuku Thief
The article discusses the film 'Diary of a Shinjuku Thief' directed by Nagisa Oshima, which explores the radical youth culture in Japan during 1968. It…
Senior US Envoy Meets with Senior North Korean Officials - 2002-10-01
A senior US envoy, James Kelly, is set to meet with North Korean officials for the first time in nearly two years to discuss security…
Important Talks Between North Korea and the United States - 2002-10-01
A senior U.S. envoy has arrived in Tokyo to discuss upcoming talks with North Korea after a two-year break. James Kelly will address concerns about…
US Envoy to North Korea Arrives in Japan for Consultations
A senior US envoy has arrived in Japan to discuss North Korea, marking the resumption of talks after a two-year break. James Kelly will address…