August 2002
The Center of the World
The article discusses the film 'The Center of the World' directed by Alain Tanner, focusing on the character Adriana's intellectual and personal growth through her…
Zachariah Mousavi Uses Court to Send Messages
Zachariah Mousavi is using his court appearances to send political messages and has been accused of involvement in the September 11 attacks. Judge Leoni Brinkema…
Discussion Between Leaders of Malaysia and the Philippines - 2002-08-30
Leaders of Malaysia and the Philippines discussed the backlash against Malaysia's strict immigration policy in a phone call. President Gloria Arroyo and Prime Minister Mahathir…
Senate Judiciary Committee Says FBI Made Mistakes - 2002-08-28
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee concluded that the FBI made a mistake by stopping an agent from acting on evidence related to the September 11…
EU Relief Fund Established to Assist Flood Victims - 2002-08-28
The European Commission has launched a relief fund of at least $500 million to support EU member states and candidates affected by recent floods. This…
Murder of a Police Officer in Algeria - 2002-08-23
A police officer was killed in a surprise attack by armed assailants in eastern Algeria. The Algerian army has reportedly killed at least 11 Islamic…
Possibility of Dismissal of a Professor Due to Terrorist Connections - 2002-08-23
Florida State University is seeking legal guidance on whether it can dismiss a Palestinian-American professor accused of terrorist connections after a controversial video surfaced. The…
Expulsion of a Palestinian from the United States - 2002-08-23
Mazen Al-Najjar, a Palestinian accused of terrorist links, was expelled from the U.S. after his student visa expired. He had been detained for four years…
The U.S. Condemns Nigeria's Islamic Court Ruling
The U.S. has condemned an Islamic court ruling in Nigeria that sentenced Amina Lawal to stoning for adultery. The ruling has drawn international criticism, with…
Stoning Sentences Under Islamic Law Are Against Women
A Nigerian Islamic court has sentenced Amina Lawal to stoning for having a child out of wedlock, prompting criticism from women's rights advocates and international…
Teacher Sentenced to Three Months in Prison for Denying Nazi Genocide of Jews
A former teacher in Germany was sentenced to three months in prison for denying the Holocaust in a letter to a historian. This case highlights…
Human Rights Groups Condemn Stoning Punishment
Human rights organizations condemned a Nigerian court's decision to uphold a stoning sentence for Amina Lawal, a woman with an illegitimate child. They argue that…
A Prominent Syrian Opposition Figure Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Habib Issa, a notable Syrian opposition lawyer, has been sentenced to five years in prison for allegedly threatening the constitution and inciting rebellion. This conviction…
Trial of Suspect in September 11 Terrorist Attacks Delayed Until January
The trial of Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person in custody for the September 11 attacks, has been postponed until January due to the complexity of…
Twenty-Six People Killed in Algeria - 2002-08-16
Twenty-six individuals were killed in a violent attack by Islamic militants in a remote village in Algeria's Chlef province. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict…
26 People Killed in Western Algeria - 2002-08-16
In a violent attack in western Algeria, 26 individuals were killed by militants in a remote village. The attack is linked to ongoing conflicts with…
Assistance to Saddam's Opponents - 2002-08-16
The U.S. government plans to provide significant financial aid to Iraqi opposition groups and refugees, with a focus on supporting the Iraqi National Congress and…
A Syrian Political Prisoner Released After 27 Years
Haitham Nael, a Syrian political prisoner, has been released after 27 years in prison. He was sentenced in 1975 due to his affiliation with the…
Raid on Austrian Right-Wing Extremists' Headquarters - 2002-08-10
Austrian police conducted a raid on the headquarters of right-wing extremists, arresting three men and seizing weapons and explosives. This operation highlights ongoing concerns about…
Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated
Surgeons in California successfully separated conjoined twins from Guatemala after a 20-hour surgery. The operation was celebrated by the medical team despite one twin losing…
Meeting of the Presidents of Azerbaijan and Armenia - 2002-08-06
The Presidents of Azerbaijan and Armenia are set to meet on August 14 to discuss the ongoing Nagorno-Karabakh dispute. This meeting follows decades of conflict…
Surgery to Separate Conjoined Twin Girls
Surgeons in California are performing a complex surgery to separate conjoined twin girls from Guatemala. The operation involves a team of 50 specialists and is…
Science and Society: The Drug Zayram - 2002-08-06
The U.S. government has imposed strict restrictions on the sale of the drug Zayram due to its misuse by criminals for sexual assaults. Mansour Farasioon…
Retired American General's Visit to Indonesia - 2002-08-05
Retired U.S. General Anthony Zinni is visiting Aceh, Indonesia, to facilitate discussions between the government and separatist representatives amid ongoing conflict. This visit is part…
Vatican Disqualifies 7 Women from Church Service as Priests - 2002-08-05
The Vatican has disqualified seven women from serving as priests, claiming their ordination by a dissident bishop has offended the Catholic Church. The women, from…
Colin Powell's Stop in the Philippines - 2002-08-02
Colin Powell is concluding his Asian tour with a visit to the Philippines to discuss anti-terrorism cooperation and potential military exercises with President Gloria Arroyo.…
Nigeria Will Remain a Member of OPEC
Nigeria has confirmed it will remain a member of OPEC, dispelling rumors of its exit to boost oil production. Rilwanu Lukman, an advisor to the…
Negotiations Between Armenia and Azerbaijan - 2002-08-01
Azerbaijan and Armenia have resumed negotiations in Prague to address the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, with key officials from both sides participating. This meeting follows a previous…