October 2002
Explosion of Ten Bombs in South Africa - 2002-10-30
Ten bombs exploded in South Africa, resulting in one death and three injuries, with suspicions pointing to white extremists. President Thabo Mbeki described the attacks…
Vladimir Putin Apologizes to Relatives of Deceased Hostages
Vladimir Putin apologized to the families of hostages killed during a rescue operation in a theater taken over by Chechen rebels. The operation resulted in…
The Dormant Etna Volcano in Sicily, Italy, Has Resumed Volcanic Activity
The Etna volcano in Sicily has resumed activity following a series of earthquakes, with lava flows threatening populated areas. Local authorities are monitoring the situation,…
Denmark to Host Global Chechnya Conference Next Week
Denmark is hosting a global Chechnya conference next week, prompting Russian President Putin to threaten to cancel his official visit. The conference aims to discuss…
Continued Hostage Crisis in Moscow - 2002-10-24
The hostage crisis in Moscow continues as two women escape and one is killed. Armed Chechen separatists have taken approximately 40 hostages, demanding an end…
Volume as Narrated by Design - 2002-10-23
Mohammad Hossein Maher is showcasing his exhibition 'Volume as Narrated by Design' from October 14 to 24, featuring 69 modern paintings and three-dimensional works that…
Science and Society: Immunotherapy Approach to Combat Cancer - 2002-10-22
American scientists have developed a method to strengthen the immune systems of cancer patients through the cultivation and injection of defense cells, leading to the…
Science and Society: Development of a Drug to Reduce the Spread of Tuberculosis - 2002-10-19
American and Russian scientists have developed a drug that decreases the spread of tuberculosis, a disease responsible for two million deaths each year. This collaboration…
Knowledge and Society: Types of African Elephants - 2002-10-18
Scientists have identified a third type of African elephant, expanding the previous understanding that only two types existed. This discovery is significant for biodiversity studies…
Bomb explosion in a car in Indonesia kills 180 and injures hundreds - 2002-10-13
A devastating bomb explosion in Bali, Indonesia, resulted in over 180 fatalities and hundreds of injuries, marking a significant terrorist attack in the country. The…
Explosion in Bali, Indonesia Leaves Over One Hundred Dead
An explosion in Bali, Indonesia, has resulted in over 100 deaths and 250 injuries after two nightclubs were targeted by bombs. Most victims are foreign…
Humanitarian Crisis in Ivory Coast - 2002-10-12
Ivory Coast is experiencing a humanitarian crisis amid a three-week uprising against the government. The World Food Program reports significant displacement due to fighting between…
Victory of the National Liberation Front in Algeria - 2002-10-12
The National Liberation Front, led by President Bouteflika, won the majority of seats in Algeria's local elections. However, voter turnout was significantly lower in Berber…
India Views Kashmir Elections as a Victory
India held elections in Kashmir, with about half of eligible voters participating despite violence and calls for a boycott from separatists. The elections are seen…
Daily Losses of at Least One Billion Dollars Due to Closure of West Coast Ports in the U.S.
President Bush is implementing emergency measures to reopen West Coast ports after a ten-day closure that has caused significant economic losses. The closure is impacting…
Report Shahid: Interview with Hosseinzadeh, a Kurdish Political Activist - 2002-10-07
The article features an interview with Hosseinzadeh, a Kurdish political activist, discussing the demands of Kurds in Iran for equal rights among different ethnicities. This…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: The Position of Mohammad Khatami and Iranian Reformists - 2002-10-07
The article discusses the political landscape in Iran in 2002, focusing on President Mohammad Khatami's attempts to challenge the influence of religious conservatives. This is…
Italians March Against Possible U.S. Military Attack on Iraq - 2002-10-06
Thousands of Italians protested in various cities against a potential U.S. military attack on Iraq, with significant demonstrations also occurring in Rome. The protests were…
Rwanda Withdraws Last Soldier from the Democratic Republic of Congo
Rwanda has completed the withdrawal of its last soldier from the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking the end of a four-year conflict. This move follows…
Elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina - 2002-10-05
Voting has commenced for parliamentary elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, seen as a critical test for proposed constitutional reforms aimed at unifying the divided nation.…
Interview with Taghi Rahmani, Journalist and Political Activist - 2002-10-02
Taghi Rahmani, a recently released journalist and political activist, discusses a legislative bill aimed at increasing the powers of the Iranian president. This interview highlights…
Muslim Militants Kill Ten in Kashmir - 2002-10-02
Muslim militants in Kashmir have killed at least ten people in recent attacks, including a bomb targeting Hindu pilgrims and the deaths of soldiers and…
Rwandan Troops Withdraw from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Rwandan troops are withdrawing from the Democratic Republic of the Congo after a four-year conflict, as part of a peace agreement. The withdrawal involves over…
Science and Society: Production of Antimatter - 2002-10-01
An international team of forty scientists and ten institutions has successfully created antimatter in a laboratory setting for research. This achievement could revolutionize physics and…
Voting in Today's Elections in Kashmir, India Has Concluded - 2002-10-01
Voting in Kashmir's elections ended amid violence from suspected Islamic militants, resulting in multiple casualties including soldiers and civilians. The Indian government reported a 41%…
Indian Prime Minister: Bullets Cannot Defeat Votes - 2002-10-01
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee emphasized that the will of the voters cannot be suppressed by violence as elections in Kashmir face threats from…
The Recent Three-Month Crisis in the US Markets - 2002-10-01
The US markets are experiencing a significant downturn, with the Dow Jones and S&P indices dropping substantially over the past three months. Analysts warn that…