July 2002
Los Angeles Report: In Memory of Laya Koochehfarani - 2002-07-31
Laya Koochehfarani, an Iranian artist known as 'Shams', has passed away, prompting brief interviews with notable figures like Anoushiravan Rouhani in Los Angeles. This event…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Susan and Cyrus Akbarpour - 2002-07-30
The article features an interview with Susan and Cyrus Akbarpour, successful Iranian siblings and founders of Silicon Iran. They discuss their achievements and contributions to…
Los Angeles Report: Europe's Position Towards the Islamic Republic - 2002-07-29
The British ambassador discusses the EU's decision to pursue official trade relations with Iran, contrasting it with the U.S. stance that views Iran as a…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Babak Payami, Creator of the Film 'Secret Vote' - 2002-07-25
Babak Payami, an Iranian filmmaker, discusses his film 'Secret Vote,' which has gained backing from Sony. The film was shot on Kish Island, highlighting the…
Los Angeles Report: Activities of Islamic Institutions and Their Aid to Palestinian Children - 2002-07-23
A fundraising campaign in California raised nearly seventy thousand dollars for Palestinian children, with eighty percent of the funds sent to address their needs. Islamic…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Shahrokh Haghighi - 2002-07-23
The Voice of America conducted an interview with Dr. Shahrokh Haghighi, a philosophy professor, discussing the themes of tradition, modernity, and post-modernity. This conversation highlights…
Next Chapter - 2002-07-22
The inaugural episode of the youth-oriented program 'Next Chapter' aired on September 10, hosted by Parviz Sayad. The show focuses on youth-related topics and aims…
Los Angeles Report: National Front Meeting in California - 2002-07-19
The National Front held a congress in California where organizers discussed the importance of youth involvement. This meeting highlights the ongoing efforts of the National…
The Beginning of the End of Saddam Hussein's Era - 2002-07-17
Opposition efforts against Saddam Hussein's regime are intensifying, with analysts predicting the end of his dictatorship is imminent. Establishing a democratic government could help Iraq…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Homa Partovi - 2002-07-17
The article discusses an interview conducted by a Voice of America reporter with renowned Iranian poet and painter Homa Partovi. This interview highlights Partovi's artistic…
Los Angeles Report: Common Roots of Iranian and Japanese Culture - 2002-07-15
The article features an interview with Dr. Mahmoud Naraghi, an architect with educational ties to both Iran and Japan, highlighting the cultural connections between the…
Photo of the Day: Iranian Police in Los Angeles - 2002-07-15
The article features a photo of Detective Hamid Houshmand, an Iranian member of the LAPD, highlighting the presence of Iranian individuals in law enforcement in…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Mohammad Arsi - 2002-07-12
The article features an interview with Iranian researcher Mohammad Arsi discussing the significance of Tir 18, a notable date in Iranian history. The interview is…
Dinner Show with Friends - 2002-07-12
The radio show 'Dinner with Friends' was performed at the Voice of America's amphitheater, in collaboration with the Los Angeles Public Theater and the Smithsonian…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Colonel David Ackford - 2002-07-11
An interview was conducted with Colonel David Ackford, a military expert, discussing the September 11 attacks. The conversation provides insights into military perspectives on the…
Beating of a Black Youth by White Police Officer Saddens Attorney General
A white police officer assaulted a handcuffed black youth in Los Angeles, leading to widespread outrage and an investigation by the FBI. Attorney General John…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Mehrangiz Kar - 2002-07-10
On the anniversary of the 18th of Tir, a significant event in Iranian history, Mohammad Qods Razavi interviewed Mehrangiz Kar, a prominent Iranian lawyer and…
Los Angeles Report: Darya Dabood on the Third Anniversary of the Student Uprising - 2002-07-09
The article discusses the third anniversary of the student uprising in Iran, featuring interviews with participants in a demonstration. The event highlights ongoing dissent among…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Kamran Nazhat - 2002-07-08
Dr. Kamran Nazhat has developed a new surgical technique that is revolutionizing the field. This innovation is noteworthy as it could enhance surgical outcomes and…
Hesham Mohamed Hedayat Was on the Verge of Deportation from the U.S. in 1996
In 1996, Hesham Mohamed Hedayat, an Egyptian man, was nearly deported from the U.S. after killing two people at Los Angeles Airport. Despite this, he…
Increased Security Measures at U.S. Airports - 2002-07-07
Following a shooting incident at Los Angeles International Airport, U.S. authorities have increased security measures at airports nationwide. The shooter, Hisham Mohamed Hedayat, an Egyptian…
Los Angeles Report: Shooting at Los Angeles Airport - 2002-07-06
A shooting incident occurred at Los Angeles Airport, prompting an update from Richard Garcia of the FBI regarding El Al Airlines. The situation raises concerns…
The Motive of the Egyptian Attacker at the Israeli Airline Counter Remains Unknown - 2002-07-06
An Egyptian immigrant opened fire at the Israeli airline counter in Los Angeles, killing two and injuring five before being shot dead. The FBI is…
Lafayette Textile Factories - July 5, 2002
The Los Angeles Times highlighted Mr. Ali Zahedi, the head of Lafayette Textile Factories, in its July 4 edition. This coverage indicates the significance of…
Shooting at Los Angeles Airport - 2002-07-05
A shooting at Los Angeles International Airport resulted in three deaths, with the FBI stating it appears to be an isolated incident rather than terrorism.…
Los Angeles Airport Shooter Identified - 2002-07-05
An Egyptian-born man, Hisham Mohamed Hedayat, opened fire at Los Angeles International Airport, killing two and injuring seven before being shot by security. The FBI…
First Independence Day Celebrations After the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-07-05
The first Independence Day celebrations after September 11 were marked by heavy security and a shooting incident at LAX where an Egyptian man killed two…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Mohammad Parvin - 2002-07-04
Dr. Mohammad Parvin discussed the plight of victims of the Islamic regime and the contributions of Iranians abroad to the freedom movement in a lecture.…
Shooting at Los Angeles Airport on Thursday Morning Leaves Several Dead and Injured - 2002-07-04
A shooting at Los Angeles International Airport resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries, with the assailant being shot by a security guard. The incident…
Los Angeles Report: Second Generation Dialogue in America - 2002-07-02
A conference featuring second-generation Iranian-Americans took place, where young speakers discussed their experiences and perspectives. This event highlights the ongoing dialogue among Iranian expatriates in…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Parviz Mamnoon on Iran's Visual Culture - 2002-07-01
Dr. Parviz Mamnoon, a former professor at the University of Tehran, is now in Austria discussing Iranian visual culture through his interpretations of dramatic literature.…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Davood Gholamhosseini, Theater Director - 2002-07-01
Davood Gholamhosseini, a theater director, discusses his recent successful play 'Rain of Stones' which has been performed in Denver and Los Angeles. The play is…