December 2002
Today, at least sixty people jumped from the tallest building in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia
At least sixty skydivers practiced jumping from the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur today as part of a week-long competition. This event attracted many…
Venezuela's Oil Exports to Return to Normal Levels Next Month Despite Nationwide Strikes - 2002-12-25
Venezuela's oil exports are expected to normalize next month despite ongoing nationwide strikes led by union workers demanding President Hugo Chavez's resignation. Ali Rodriguez, head…
Republican Senator Faces Downfall Over Racist Remarks - 2002-12-15
Republican Senator Trent Lott is facing calls to resign due to his support for segregation and white supremacy. Senator Don Nickles has expressed support for…
Science and Society: Who Were the Last Conquerors of the Moon?
The article discusses the first astronauts who landed on the Moon 30 years ago and their lasting impact. It highlights the significance of their achievement…
Britain has agreed to assist the Afghan government in preventing opium poppy cultivation - 2002-12-12
Britain has sent experts to help Afghanistan combat opium poppy cultivation and trafficking. This initiative comes in response to the high levels of heroin from…
American Astronaut and Two Russian Astronauts Return to Earth - 2002-12-07
An American astronaut and two Russian astronauts returned to Earth aboard the Endeavour spacecraft after a six-month mission at the International Space Station. The landing…
The Longest-Serving Senator in U.S. History Turns 100 Today
Strom Thurmond, the longest-serving senator in U.S. history, celebrated his 100th birthday today with a ceremony at the Capitol. He has had a long and…