December 2002
All luggage and cargo of air passengers in the U.S. will be inspected starting January 1, 2003
Beginning January 1, 2003, all air passenger luggage and cargo in the U.S. will undergo inspections for explosives. This initiative is part of a congressional…
Christian, Jewish, and Muslim Leaders Condemn Human Cloning - 2002-12-29
Leaders from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities have condemned the announcement of the first cloned human by Clonaid, a company linked to a controversial cult.…
Prominent Opposition Leader in Yemen Assassinated - 2002-12-29
Jarallah Omar, a prominent opposition leader in Yemen, was assassinated shortly after speaking at a political event in Sana'a. The police have arrested a suspect…
Publication of Vatican Documents Regarding Vatican-Germany Relations Before World War II - 2002-12-29
The Vatican is set to publish documents detailing its relations with Germany from 1922 to 1939, with a focus on the Catholic Church's knowledge of…
Burma: The Use of Rape Has No Place in Burmese Culture or Its Army
The Burmese military government has denied allegations of using rape as a weapon of war. The Foreign Ministry emphasized that such acts are crimes that…
Pope John Paul II's Message for Christmas - 2002-12-26
Pope John Paul II and President Bush both delivered Christmas messages emphasizing the need for peace in the Middle East and urging global cooperation to…
Lawsuit Against Immigration Department and John Ashcroft - 2002-12-25
A coalition of Arab and Iranian Americans has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Immigration Department and Attorney General John Ashcroft after hundreds of men…
Resumption of Hostilities in Northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo - 2002-12-25
Renewed fighting has erupted in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting the African Union to call for peace and adherence to a recent agreement. Clashes…
Pope's Annual Message - 2002-12-25
Pope John Paul II called for an end to violence in the Middle East during his Christmas message, urging peace between Israelis and Palestinians. The…
Mr. Abdi Admitted Mistake in Court Today
Abbas Abdi, an Iranian reformist, is on trial for allegedly selling polling information to Gallup, with the prosecution labeling Gallup as a CIA branch. Abdi's…
Second Black Box of Ukrainian Plane Found
The second black box of a Ukrainian plane that crashed in Iran has been found, with all 44 passengers confirmed dead. Ukrainian officials are seeking…
Six More Suspects Arrested in Connection with Bali Bombings - 2002-12-23
Indonesian police have arrested six more suspects related to the October 12 Bali bombings that killed nearly 200 people. The suspects include two Malaysians and…
News and Opinions: Please Honk as Much as You Can - 2002-12-23
The radio program 'Chaharsou' discussed the topic of honking, inviting opinions from Iranians worldwide. The host suggested that honking could be a reflection of personal…
Russian and Ukrainian Experts' Plane Crashes Near Isfahan
A plane carrying Russian and Ukrainian experts crashed near Isfahan, resulting in the deaths of all passengers. The crash is under investigation, with the black…
Israeli Defense Minister Says Israel Will Be Better Prepared If Iraq Attacks Again
Israeli Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz warns that if Iraq attacks Israel again, Israel will be more prepared than in the past. He emphasizes that military…
The United States Prevents Adoption of a Treaty Draft at the World Trade Organization
The United States has blocked a treaty at the World Trade Organization that would allow developing countries to produce affordable copies of essential medicines. This…
Venezuelans Prepare for Serious Shortages of Food and Other Essential Needs - 2002-12-22
Venezuelans are bracing for significant shortages of food and essential supplies due to a prolonged general strike aimed at ousting President Hugo Chavez. The government…
Golden Globe Nominees Announced
The nominees for the Golden Globe Awards have been announced, with 'Chicago' leading the nominations. The awards ceremony, held by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association,…
Islamic Extremists in Kashmir Allegedly Kill Three Young Women Over Hijab - 2002-12-20
Islamic extremists in Kashmir have reportedly killed three young women for not adhering to hijab requirements. The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding women's rights and…
End of London Conference Delayed by One Day - 2002-12-20
The London conference aimed at discussing the future of Iraq concluded after an additional day of deliberations, with all opposition factions agreeing on the need…
Leader of an Islamic militant group in the U.S. officially charged
Mousa Abu Marzook, a leader of Hamas, along with his wife and five employees, have been charged in the U.S. for financing terrorism. They are…
Death Sentences for Attack on Indian Parliament - 2002-12-18
Three Indian Muslim men were sentenced to death for their involvement in the 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament, while one man's wife received a…
Jack Straw Calls Iraq's Claim of No Weapons of Mass Destruction a Gross Lie - 2002-12-18
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has labeled Iraq's assertion of lacking weapons of mass destruction as a blatant lie, following the submission of a 12,000-page…
Aid to Afghanistan May Increase to Two Billion Dollars - 2002-12-18
At the Oslo conference, donor countries pledged $1.5 billion for Afghanistan's reconstruction, with potential increases to $2 billion as commitments are finalized. Key priorities include…
Three Arrested in Texas for Funding Terrorists
Three men in Texas have been arrested for allegedly funding Hamas, a radical terrorist group. The arrests were made by federal agents, and a press…
UK Defense Minister Announces Readiness to Deploy Forces to the Persian Gulf Next Month
The UK is preparing to send military forces to the Persian Gulf next month, although no military action has been decided yet. This announcement comes…
Former U.S. Vice President: Democrats Have a Good Chance to Defeat President Bush in Upcoming Elections - 2002-12-17
Al Gore, the former Vice President, expressed confidence that the Democratic Party can defeat President Bush in the next elections due to his economic policies.…
Bill to Lift Ban on Satellite Dishes in Iran
The Iranian reformist parliament has passed a bill to legalize satellite dishes, which were previously banned and widely ignored. This change allows for the broadcasting…
French Defense Minister's Visit to Arab Countries - 2002-12-16
French Defense Minister Michèle Alliot-Marie is on a three-day visit to the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait. This visit highlights France's engagement with Gulf states and…
Pakistan Police: Three Men Arrested Are Members of the Extremist Group Islamic Jihad Movement
Three Islamic militants were arrested in Pakistan while plotting a suicide bombing against American diplomats in Karachi. They were found with explosives and are linked…
The Sulfur Mine
In 1976, scientists predicted that a volcano on Guadeloupe would erupt, causing mass evacuation of the island's residents. One man chose to stay behind, prompting…
Aguirre, the Wrath of God
The article discusses the film 'Aguirre, the Wrath of God' directed by Werner Herzog, which tells the story of a Spanish expedition searching for El…
Venice in Tehran - 2002-12-14
Behruz Nabati's photo exhibition 'Venice in Tehran' showcases a fresh perspective on Venice, breaking clichés through 41 black and white and 5 color photographs. The…
The Wrathful Agent of God
Werner Herzog creates a documentary about television preacher Dr. Eugene Smat, exploring the phenomenon of television religion and its impact on believers. The film showcases…
Echoes from a Dark Empire
The article discusses Werner Herzog's documentary 'Echoes from a Dark Empire,' which examines the brutal regime of Central African dictator Jean-Bedel Bokassa. It highlights Bokassa's…
New Malaria Treatment Drug Shows Promising Results
German scientists have developed a new malaria treatment drug called Fosmidomycin, which has shown promising results in clinical trials in Gabon. The drug demonstrated significant…
The First Teacher to Go to Space
NASA has announced that Barbara Morgan will be the first teacher to go to space, traveling aboard the Columbia spacecraft in November. She was initially…
Why is the Smallpox Vaccine More Dangerous than Other Vaccines?
The U.S. plans to vaccinate its armed forces and health workers against smallpox due to concerns over potential terrorist attacks. The smallpox vaccine is considered…
The Bush Administration Submitted a Strategic Document to the U.S. Congress - 2002-12-12
The Bush administration presented a strategic document to Congress emphasizing the U.S. right to use overwhelming military force against any attacks involving weapons of mass…
OPEC Oil Production Cut - 2002-12-12
OPEC has decided to cut oil production by up to 1.7 million barrels per day to stabilize high prices amid concerns of conflict in the…
Two Israelis and Six Palestinians Killed - 2002-12-12
Today, violence in the occupied territories led to the deaths of two Israelis and six Palestinians. The incidents included a shooting in Hebron and an…
Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian Official, to be Tried
Five unarmed Palestinians were shot and killed by Israeli soldiers while trying to enter Israel from Gaza. Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian official accused of participating…
The American Soldier - December 10, 2002
The article discusses the film 'The American Soldier' directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, which tells the story of a gunslinger named Ricky who is hired…
The Fox and His Friends
Franz Bieberkopf, a carnival performer, wins a lottery and attracts the attention of a bourgeois homosexual named Eugene, who becomes his lover for financial gain.…
Katzelmacher
The article discusses the film 'Katzelmacher' directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, which portrays the struggles of a Greek immigrant in a hostile German environment. The…
Hezbollah Leader Calls for New Suicide Terror Attacks Worldwide - 2002-12-09
Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, has called for new suicide attacks globally, encouraging Palestinians to carry out bombings. This statement highlights Hezbollah's ongoing commitment…
Four Reports on the Events of December 7, Student Day in Iran - 2002-12-08
On December 7, 2002, which marks Student Day in Iran, student protests at Tehran University were met with violent repression from government forces. Eyewitnesses and…
King of Jordan: Violent Acts Have No Relation to 'Jihad'
King Abdullah of Jordan published an article urging Muslims worldwide to embrace tolerance and reject extremism, asserting that violent acts are not representative of true…
Explosion at a McDonald's Restaurant in India - 2002-12-06
An explosion at a McDonald's in Mumbai injured at least 12 people, with three in critical condition. The incident is under investigation and comes shortly…
Turkey's EU Membership Bid Delayed at the Suggestion of France and Germany - 2002-12-06
France and Germany have suggested delaying Turkey's EU membership application review until 2004, with a focus on Turkey's progress in human rights and democracy. Turkish…
A Journey to the Past at the City Photo Gallery - 2002-12-06
A photo exhibition titled 'A Journey to the Past' at the City Photo Gallery in Tehran features images of people dressed in Qajar-era clothing, juxtaposed…
Israel and Cyprus Reach Temporary Agreement on Airport Security Measures - 2002-12-05
Israel and Cyprus have temporarily agreed on airport security measures, postponing a flight ban that was set to take effect soon. This agreement comes amid…
President Bush's Message on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr - 2002-12-04
President Bush congratulated Muslims worldwide on Eid al-Fitr, emphasizing the significance of Ramadan and the contributions of Muslims to society. He highlighted the spirit of…
President Bush's Warning to Iraq - 2002-12-03
President Bush has issued a warning to Iraq to comply with UN disarmament demands by a Sunday deadline, or face military action. Iraq must submit…
U.S. Officials Say Al-Qaeda's Claim of Conducting Kenya Attacks is Credible
U.S. officials have deemed Al-Qaeda's claim of responsibility for the recent attacks on Israeli targets in Kenya as credible. The attacks included a suicide bombing…
Reflection of American and Iranian Interests in German Press - 2002-12-01
Christian Hoffman reports on the common interests between the U.S. and Iran as reflected in the German press. The article highlights the perspectives shared by…
Iraq: Deadline to Declare Weapons of Mass Destruction is December 8
Iraq has announced it will declare its status regarding weapons of mass destruction by December 8, following a meeting with UN officials. The US has…