February 2003
Asian Elephant Who Fought in World War II Passes Away in Hong Kong - 2003-02-26
Lin Wang, an Asian elephant who served in both the Japanese and Chinese armies during World War II, has died in Hong Kong at the…
South Korean Press: North Korea Launched a Missile into the Sea - 2003-02-25
North Korea launched a missile into the sea, as reported by South Korean media. This action raises tensions in the region, particularly between North Korea,…
New South Korean President Calls North Korea's Nuclear Crisis a Major Threat to Global Peace
Roh Moo-hyun was inaugurated as South Korea's new president and labeled North Korea's nuclear crisis a major threat to global peace, urging dialogue. Tensions escalated…
Interview with Omar Samad about Hamid Karzai's Trip to Japan - 2003-02-23
Omar Samad discusses Hamid Karzai's diplomatic visit to Japan, highlighting the significance of international relations for Afghanistan. This visit is crucial for strengthening ties and…
Japan to Launch Two Satellites into Space
Japan plans to launch two satellites on March 28 to enhance its surveillance capabilities, particularly concerning natural disasters and North Korean missile activities. This marks…
Colin Powell: The Goal of the U.S. is Not to Destroy Iraq - 2003-02-21
Colin Powell emphasized that the U.S. aims to improve Iraq rather than destroy it, asserting plans for a military government that would transition to civilian…
Hamid Karzai's Visit to Japan for the Tokyo Conference - 2003-02-21
Hamid Karzai is visiting Japan to participate in the Tokyo Conference, where Japan has announced a significant financial aid package to support Afghan soldiers. This…
Red Sorghum
The article discusses the film 'Red Sorghum' directed by Zhang Yimou, which tells the story of a young woman who becomes a guerrilla fighter during…
Anti-War Protests in Japan - 2003-02-19
Thousands of Japanese citizens protested against a potential U.S. war in Iraq, marking the third demonstration in a week. Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi criticized the…
The Hidden Fortress
The article discusses the film 'The Hidden Fortress' directed by Akira Kurosawa, which follows two war refugees as they attempt to return home. They discover…
Drunken Angel
The article discusses the film 'Drunken Angel' directed by Akira Kurosawa, which tells the story of a young gangster with tuberculosis who forms a friendship…
The Seven Samurai
The article discusses Akira Kurosawa's film 'The Seven Samurai,' highlighting its artistic creativity and innovative cinematic techniques. Despite similarities to John Ford's 'Stagecoach,' it was…
Dersu Uzala
The article discusses the film 'Dersu Uzala,' directed by Akira Kurosawa, which tells the story of a Soviet officer saved by a local in Siberia.…
Sanshiro Sugata
The article discusses Akira Kurosawa's first film, 'Sanshiro Sugata,' which was lost during World War II but later restored. The film tells the story of…
Japan and South Korea Welcome IAEA's Decision on North Korea's Nuclear Issue - 2003-02-13
Japan and South Korea have expressed support for the IAEA's decision to refer North Korea's nuclear issue to the UN Security Council, while China and…
Pyongyang Can Attack American Targets Worldwide If Provoked - 2003-02-13
A senior North Korean diplomat claimed that the country could target American interests globally if provoked, highlighting its long-range missile capabilities. The CIA Director confirmed…
Forty-Four More Japanese Added to List of Abductees by North Korea - 2003-02-11
A total of forty-four more Japanese nationals have been added to the list of those believed to have been abducted by North Korea for espionage…
The Fifth U.S. Aircraft Carrier Soon to Head to the Persian Gulf - 2003-02-07
The U.S. is deploying its fifth aircraft carrier, the USS Kitty Hawk, to the Persian Gulf, adding significant military resources to the region amid rising…
President Bush and Chinese President Discuss North Korean Nuclear Crisis Today
President Bush and Chinese President Jiang Zemin held a phone conversation regarding the North Korean nuclear crisis, with both leaders emphasizing the need for a…
New Satellite to Soak Up Sun Rays
A new NASA satellite named SORCE has been launched from Florida to study solar radiation and its effects on Earth's climate. This mission aims to…
Leaders from Various Asian Countries Thank Columbia Astronauts for Their Sacrifice and Efforts in the Pursuit of Science - 2003-02-03
Leaders from Asian countries have expressed condolences and gratitude to the Columbia astronauts who died in the shuttle disaster, emphasizing the importance of their contributions…
South Korea Sends Representative to Washington to Discuss North Korean Nuclear Crisis - 2003-02-02
South Korea has dispatched a representative to the U.S. to engage in discussions regarding the North Korean nuclear crisis. Chung Dae-chul, a senior lawmaker, aims…