January 2003
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Masoud Ansari - 2003-01-28
Dr. Masoud Ansari gave a talk in Los Angeles about Iran's issues with superstitions. The Voice of America conducted an interview with him to discuss…
Palestinians: Three killed in an Israeli missile attack in Gaza City today
In a missile attack by Israel in Gaza City, three Palestinians were killed just hours before general elections. The attack targeted a Hamas member's home,…
Interview with Dr. Hassan Masali Regarding Prince Reza Pahlavi's Statement - 2003-01-27
Farah Jahangiri interviews Dr. Hassan Masali about Prince Reza Pahlavi's recent statement aimed at engaging with the Iranian populace. This dialogue highlights the ongoing political…
Detonation of Four Bridges in Northern Gaza Strip - 2003-01-25
Israeli forces destroyed four bridges in northern Gaza following Palestinian rocket attacks into Israel. Hamas claimed responsibility for the attacks, prompting warnings from Israeli officials…
Palestinian Factions to Discuss Ceasing Attacks on Israeli Civilians - 2003-01-22
Palestinian factions are set to negotiate a ceasefire on attacks against Israeli civilians in Cairo, initiated by Egypt. Initially, Hamas and Islamic Jihad refused to…
Afshin Pirhashimi's Paintings at Seyhun Gallery
Afshin Pirhashimi's new exhibition at Seyhun Gallery showcases 10 unique black and white paintings that challenge the repetitive nature of contemporary Iranian art. The exhibition…
British Anti-Terrorism Police Arrest Seven During Raid on Mosque in London - 2003-01-20
British anti-terrorism police arrested seven people during a raid on a mosque in London, linked to a recent ricin discovery. The mosque is associated with…
Israel Explodes Boat Carrying Explosives Off the Northern Coast of Gaza - 2003-01-17
The Israeli army destroyed a boat carrying explosives near Gaza, allegedly linked to Hamas. In a separate operation, Israeli forces arrested nine Palestinians in the…
Three Palestinians Killed in Clashes with Israeli Soldiers Last Night
Three Palestinians were killed in clashes with Israeli soldiers in the West Bank, including two teenagers and a mentally ill man. The incidents highlight ongoing…
Calendar Day, January 13: Invention of the Gramophone
On January 13, 1911, Thomas Edison unveiled the gramophone, an important invention in music technology. This event highlights Edison's contributions to audio recording and playback.…
Calendar Day, January 12: Establishment of Santa Clara Church - 2003-01-13
On January 12, 1777, Father Thomas Tena established the Santa Clara Church under the leadership of Junípero Serra. This event marks an important moment in…
Detention of Guests at Masoud Arabshahi's Painting Exhibition - 2003-01-05
Last week, a painting exhibition by Masoud Arabshahi opened in Tehran, but during the subsequent dinner, gallery owners and several notable guests were detained. This…
Women Police Officers in Iran - January 4, 2003
Iran plans to deploy female police officers for the first time since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with over four hundred women starting in September. They…
Knowledge and Society: The Most Controversial Topic of 2003, Human Cloning
A religious sect in the United States is attempting to create a human through cloning, which is expected to spark significant debate in 2003. The…