December 2003
Nearly 11 Million Children Die Worldwide Each Year - 2003-12-31
UNICEF has reported that nearly 11 million children die each year before the age of five due to insufficient government attention and investment in children's…
South Korean President Asks Parliament to Approve Troop Deployment to Iraq - 2003-12-24
The South Korean President has requested parliamentary approval to send 3,000 troops to Iraq for reconstruction efforts, with support from the main opposition party. This…
Japan Prepares to Assist Reconstruction Efforts in Iraq - 2003-12-19
Japan is preparing to send military personnel to Iraq to assist in reconstruction efforts following the approval of Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi. The Defense Minister…
Japanese Prime Minister Approves Plan to Deploy Soldiers to Iraq - 2003-12-18
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has approved a plan to deploy around one thousand soldiers to Iraq, with the first unit expected to leave in…
A Five-Member FIFA Delegation Visits Tunisia
A FIFA delegation is in Tunisia to evaluate its readiness to host the 2010 World Cup. Led by Jean Peters, the group is assessing stadiums…
Cyber Oscars Awards for ICT Activists
The inaugural Cyber Oscars will be awarded to 23 global winners for their innovative use of ICTs to address community issues during the WSIS in…
Former President of Nicaragua Sentenced to Twenty Years in Prison for Corruption
Arnoldo Alemán, former President of Nicaragua, has been sentenced to twenty years in prison for corruption, including fraud and embezzlement of public funds. He was…
On This Day, December 7: First Concert of the New York Philharmonic - 2003-12-07
On December 7, 1842, the New York Philharmonic Society performed its inaugural concert. This event marks a significant cultural milestone in the history of American…
Japanese Uncertainty Regarding Troop Deployment to Iraq
A recent survey indicates that over 80% of Japanese citizens are against sending troops to Iraq, particularly following the assassination of two Japanese diplomats. Many…