November 2002
Science and Society: Bacteria Causing African Sleeping Sickness
Scientists have identified the genes of insects and detected the properties of a bacteria in the tsetse fly responsible for African sleeping sickness. This research…
Swiss Researchers Doubt Authenticity of Bin Laden Audio Tape - 2002-11-29
Swiss researchers are questioning the authenticity of an audio tape attributed to Osama Bin Laden, claiming a 95% certainty that it is not his voice.…
South African Police Response to White Supremacist Supporters - 2002-11-29
The South African police have launched raids against white supremacists suspected of plotting to overthrow the government, arresting several individuals for illegal firearms. This action…
French Authorities Question 5 Muslim Extremists
French authorities have detained and are questioning five Muslim extremists, one of whom may have ties to the assassination of Afghan leader Ahmad Shah Massoud.…
US and Mexico Negotiations on Immigration Agreement - 2002-11-26
US Secretary of State Colin Powell is in Mexico discussing a potential immigration agreement with Mexican officials, emphasizing the current opportunity to address mutual interests,…
Imam Samudra Delivered to Jakarta Police Headquarters - 2002-11-25
Imam Samudra, the main suspect in the Bali nightclub bombings, has been transferred to Jakarta for interrogation. Authorities are also pursuing connections to Al-Qaeda and…
Israeli Army: An Israeli Soldier Shot a UN Aid Worker
An Israeli soldier shot a UN aid worker in a Palestinian refugee camp, mistaking him for an armed militant. The incident has led to conflicting…
Saudi Arabia and Terrorism - 2002-11-23
U.S. Congress researchers found that intelligence agencies did not adequately investigate links between Saudi officials and the September 11 attacks. This raises questions about the…
Following Today's Actions by Palestinian Militants - 2002-11-23
Palestinian militants detonated a fishing boat near Israeli shores, injuring four sailors and killing two militants, with the Islamic Jihad claiming responsibility. Additionally, a UN…
Maryam Joined Her Sun - 2002-11-23
Maryam has passed away, unable to endure the loss of her beloved 'Sun'. Her funeral will be private, and her memory will live on in…
Chinese President Emphasizes the 1994 Agreement
Chinese President Jiang Zemin has called on the U.S. and North Korea to respect the 1994 nuclear agreement during a meeting with former South Korean…
Names of Turkey's New Cabinet Ministers Announced - 2002-11-18
Abdullah Gul has announced the new cabinet of Turkey, marking the first non-coalition government in 15 years, primarily composed of the Justice and Development Party…
The U.S. Senate is Expected to Approve the Creation of the Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-18
The U.S. Senate is set to approve a bill for the Department of Homeland Security, though partisan disagreements may cause delays. Democrats are attempting to…
Interview with Hassan Hazrat Zadeh about Student Protests - 2002-11-18
Behrouz Abbasi interviews Hassan Hazrat Zadeh about the ongoing student protests in Iran, focusing on the motivations and activities of students. This discussion highlights the…
President Bush Praises Establishment of Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-17
President Bush commended Congress for establishing the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing its role in combating terrorism and weapons of mass destruction. He also noted…
Indonesian Police Identify Six More Suspects
Indonesian police have identified six new suspects in the Bali bombings, including the main planner Imam Samudra. The suspects are all Indonesian and have not…
President Bush Prefers a Peaceful Resolution to North Korea's Nuclear Issue - 2002-11-16
President Bush has indicated that he does not plan to attack North Korea, which is seeking a non-aggression pact with the U.S. He has thanked…
President Bush Congratulates Bahrain
President Bush congratulated Bahrain on its first parliamentary elections in nearly 30 years, emphasizing the importance of this step towards democracy. The elections, which took…
Biological Weapons Convention - 2002-11-15
The UN's Biological Weapons Convention review conference ended with 146 countries agreeing to continue discussions until 2006. The focus will be on the causes of…
Mir Aymal Kansi Executed
Mir Aymal Kansi, a Pakistani man, was executed in Virginia for the 1993 murder of two CIA employees. His execution followed a legal process and…
Voting for the Election of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China - 2002-11-13
The Congress of the Communist Party of China is voting on a significant leadership change, with Hu Jintao expected to be elected as the new…
Support of the President of Sri Lanka for Peace Negotiations - 2002-11-12
The President of Sri Lanka, Chandrika Kumaratunga, has expressed support for peace negotiations with Tamil rebels aimed at ending a long-standing civil war. Despite previous…
Veterans Day Observance
November 11 is commemorated in the U.S. as Veterans Day, marking the end of World War I and honoring military personnel who died in service.…
Election of the New Central Committee of the Communist Party of China - 2002-11-12
Delegates at the Communist Party of China Congress voted for a new central committee, marking a significant leadership change. The voting process is largely seen…
Senior Iraqi Legislators Urge Parliament to Reject Security Council Resolution - 2002-11-12
Senior Iraqi lawmakers are calling for the rejection of a UN Security Council resolution on weapons inspections, viewing it as a precursor to war. The…
Karzai: Afghanistan is a unified country and is not divided between Tajik and Pashtun ethnic groups
Hamid Karzai asserts that Afghanistan remains a unified nation despite claims of ethnic division. He emphasizes the representation of various ethnic groups in his cabinet…
Prosecutor in Daniel Pearl Case Resigns - 2002-11-10
Raja Qureshi, the prosecutor in the Daniel Pearl case, has resigned without explanation, amidst reports of receiving threats since the trial began. Four individuals were…
French Interior Minister Defends Measures to Prevent Entry of Refugees - 2002-11-10
French Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy has defended the closure of the Sangatte refugee camp to new arrivals, aiming to send a message globally. This decision,…
Saddam Hussein Calls for Emergency Session of Iraqi Parliament - 2002-11-10
Saddam Hussein has called for an emergency meeting of the Iraqi parliament to discuss a UN resolution demanding Iraq's disarmament. Arab foreign ministers in Cairo…
Tom Ridge: Al-Qaeda Remains the Most Serious Threat to the U.S. and Its Allies
Tom Ridge, the U.S. Director of Homeland Security, emphasized in a speech that Al-Qaeda continues to pose a significant threat to the U.S. and its…
Kofi Annan Describes Resolution as New Regulations That Iraq Must Comply With - 2002-11-08
Kofi Annan emphasized that the UN Security Council resolution mandates Iraq to comply with new regulations regarding disarmament. Arab representatives expressed a desire for peaceful…
Reaction of Amnesty International to the Release of Abdollah Nouri - November 8, 2002
Amnesty International praised the release of Abdollah Nouri on November 5, 2002, and urged for the freedom of all prisoners of conscience. This highlights ongoing…
The United Nations Security Council Will Vote on a New U.S. Resolution Today - 2002-11-08
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a U.S. resolution aimed at disarming Iraq, with hopes for unanimous support. France has signed the…
Turkish Army Will Protect the Country Against Radical Islam - 2002-11-08
The Turkish Army has declared its commitment to protect the country from radical Islam, signaling a warning to the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP)…
Death Sentence for Hashem Aghajari - 2002-11-07
Hashem Aghajari, a reformist scholar in Iran, has been sentenced to death for allegedly insulting the Prophet Muhammad and challenging conservative interpretations of Islam. His…
The Death Toll in the Moscow Hostage Crisis Increases
The death toll from the Moscow theater hostage crisis has risen to 128, including 120 Russians and 8 foreigners. Chechen militants took around 800 hostages,…
The United States Submits Its Proposed Resolution to the UN Security Council - 2002-11-06
The U.S. has submitted a revised resolution to the UN Security Council regarding Iraq and is seeking a vote on it. John Negroponte indicated that…
On This Day, November 6: The Collapse of Tammany Hall in New York - 2002-11-06
On November 6, 1898, Tammany Hall, a key political organization of the Democratic Party in the U.S., collapsed due to financial misconduct by its officials.…
CIA Kills Five Al-Qaeda Operatives in Yemen - 2002-11-05
The CIA conducted a drone strike in Yemen, killing senior Al-Qaeda operative Abu Ali and five other members. This operation is significant as Abu Ali…
Open Doors
The film 'Open Doors' depicts a government employee in Mussolini's Italy who, after discovering his wife's infidelity, commits murder. The story evolves from a simple…
Start of Elections in America - 2002-11-05
Elections are taking place in the U.S. today, with voters deciding on all House and Senate seats and several governorships. President Bush is actively supporting…
The Law of Desire
The article discusses the film 'The Law of Desire' directed by Pedro Almodóvar, focusing on its themes of homosexual love triangles and the complexities of…
Labyrinth of Passions
The article discusses the film 'Labyrinth of Passions' directed by Pedro Almodóvar, focusing on its comedic and complex narrative about a lustful woman and a…
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
The article discusses the film 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown' directed by Pedro Almodóvar, highlighting its comedic and chaotic narrative centered on…
Matador
The article discusses the film 'Matador' directed by Pedro Almodóvar, which explores the intertwined themes of sex and death through the lives of a retired…
Midterm Elections in the United States Are Taking Place
Midterm elections are being held in the U.S. today, determining control of the House and Senate. Republicans seek to maintain their majority while Democrats aim…
The Story of Boys and Girls
The film 'The Story of Boys and Girls' explores the challenges faced by a couple from different social classes intending to marry in 1936 Italy.…
President Bush's Message on the Occasion of the Beginning of Ramadan - 2002-11-05
President Bush issued a message to Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide at the start of Ramadan in 2002, emphasizing Islam as a religion of…
Pakistan's Parliament to Commence on Friday - 2002-11-05
Opposition groups and radical Islamic parties in Pakistan have agreed to form a coalition government and support Fazlur Rehman as a common candidate for Prime…
Indonesian Police Identify Three Suspects in Bali Bombing
Indonesian police have identified three suspects in the Bali bombing that killed over 200 people. The suspects are Indonesian citizens linked to the radical group…
White House Dismisses North Korean Proposal as Worthless - 2002-11-04
The White House has rejected North Korea's proposal for negotiations regarding its weapons program, insisting that North Korea must first dismantle its nuclear capabilities. The…
Ariel Sharon Receives Vote of Confidence - 2002-11-04
Ariel Sharon's government successfully secured a vote of confidence in the Israeli parliament following the abstention of a far-right party. This comes after the confirmation…
Opposition Political Parties Coalition in Pakistan to Form Government - 2002-11-04
Opposition parties in Pakistan are nearing the formation of a coalition government with Islamic parties after recent electoral victories. The coalition, which includes Benazir Bhutto's…
Russian Defense Minister Announces Delay in Withdrawal of Troops from Chechnya - 2002-11-04
The Russian Defense Minister has delayed the withdrawal of troops from Chechnya following the downing of a military helicopter by separatists, resulting in the deaths…
The Elections in America Will Determine the Fate of Congress - 2002-11-04
The upcoming elections in the U.S. will significantly impact the control of Congress, with President Bush campaigning for Republican candidates. Voters will elect governors, House…
Efforts to Establish a Transitional Government in Congo Halted for Two Weeks
Negotiations for a transitional government in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been paused for two weeks due to delays in a power-sharing agreement. The…
A Small Village in Italy Holds a Burial and Memorial Ceremony for Earthquake Victims
A small village in Italy commemorated the twenty-nine victims of a recent earthquake, including twenty-six schoolchildren and their teacher. The Italian President attended the memorial,…
News and Opinions: Census of Forgotten Crimes - 2002-11-03
Alain Touraine, a French sociologist, is in Chile to document the disappeared during Pinochet's regime, with claims that former officials have provided military archives. He…
Final Death Toll is Three Adults and 26 Children
A series of powerful earthquakes in southern Italy resulted in the deaths of three adults and 26 children, prompting evacuations in the affected area. The…
Death Toll from Earthquake in Italy Reaches 29
A recent earthquake in southern Italy has resulted in 29 deaths, including many young students. Rescue efforts are ongoing as the region faces additional seismic…
Suicide Bombers Are War Criminals - 2002-11-01
A human rights organization has accused Palestinian extremist groups of committing crimes against humanity through suicide bombings in Israel. The report, set to be released,…
Connection Between Washington Shootings and a Murder in Baton Rouge
Ballistic tests have connected a rifle used in Washington sniper attacks to a murder in Baton Rouge. John Allen Muhammad and John Lee Malvo are…
Chad: Dozens of Citizens Massacred by South African Forces
The Chadian government reports that dozens of its citizens were massacred by Central African Republic forces, with casualties estimated between 80 and 120. This incident…