July 2002
Calm in Wall Street - 2002-07-26
After a period of volatility, investors on Wall Street are experiencing calm as the Dow Jones index shows slight improvement. Analysts suggest that upcoming weeks…
Appeals Court Confirms Suspension of Nowruz Newspaper and Its Editor
An Iranian appeals court upheld the suspension of the reformist newspaper Nowruz and convicted its editor, Mohsen Mirdamadi, for allegedly spreading false information. This ruling…
Frontiers of Knowledge: The First Successful Gene Therapy - 2002-07-23
French scientists have successfully treated four boys by injecting healthy genes into their defective immune cells, restoring their health. This breakthrough in gene therapy highlights…
Under the Microscope: The IRGC Statement, Potential Future Coup Plotters - 2002-07-22
The article discusses the reaction of reformist factions in Iran to a statement from the IRGC and the controversial news of Saddam Hussein's son visiting…
Intensification of Ice Melt in Alaska
A new study reveals that glaciers in Alaska are melting twice as fast due to global warming, with significant implications for rising sea levels. Researchers…
Decline of Confidence in the Economic Market - 2002-07-20
Wall Street experienced a significant drop in stock values, the worst in almost four years, due to disappointing corporate revenue reports and new management scandals.…
Killing of Three Islamic Militants in Kashmir - 2002-07-18
Three Islamic militants were killed by Indian police in Kashmir after they took refuge in a mosque following an unsuccessful attempt to hide in nearby…
Pakistani Officials Prepared to Counter Reactions from Religious Extremists
Pakistani officials are bracing for backlash from religious extremists after a court sentenced Ahmed Omar Sheikh to death for the kidnapping and murder of journalist…
The Value of the Euro Against the Dollar Increased
The Euro has surpassed the dollar for the first time since its introduction, trading at slightly over 1 dollar. This shift is attributed to ongoing…
Agreement to End Women's Protests in Nigeria - 2002-07-16
Chevron Texaco has reached a preliminary agreement to end protests by women in Nigeria who took oil workers hostage. The protests began due to demands…
Tehran Times: The U.S. is Isolated in Afghanistan and the Middle East
The Tehran Times reports on President Bush's comments highlighting U.S. isolation in the Middle East, which have drawn criticism from Iranian reformists. Mohsen Mir-Damadi argues…
Ahmed Omar Sheikh, Leader of the Plot to Kidnap and Murder Pearl, Sentenced to Death
Ahmed Omar Sheikh has been sentenced to death for his role in the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, with three accomplices receiving life…
Grenade Attack on Foreigners in Pakistan - 2002-07-13
A grenade attack in Pakistan injured at least 12 European tourists while they were visiting an archaeological site. The attack highlights ongoing security concerns in…
Heavy Floods in South Asia - 2002-07-13
Heavy floods caused by intense rainfall in South Asia have left thousands homeless, particularly in Bangladesh and India. Over 200 villages in Bangladesh have been…
Discovery of the Oldest Human Ancestor Skull
Scientists in Chad have uncovered a seven-million-year-old skull that challenges existing theories about human evolution. This skull predates the previously oldest known human skull by…
The Student Movement in Iran: Interview with Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour - July 9, 2002
Three years after significant student protests in Iran, the nature of the student movement has shifted towards addressing deeper civil and social issues, according to…
HIV Vaccine May Be Available by 2005
The American pharmaceutical company VaxGen announced that an HIV vaccine could be available by 2005 if human trials yield positive results. This development is significant…
The 14th International AIDS Conference Held in Barcelona - 2002-07-07
The 14th International AIDS Conference has started in Barcelona, bringing together around 14,000 experts to discuss strategies to combat the AIDS epidemic. The conference highlights…
Unemployment Rate Increased in June - 2002-07-05
The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 5.9% in June due to fewer jobs created than expected, with only 36,000 new hires compared to a forecast…
South African Ship Aids Russian Scientists
A South African ship, Agulhas, successfully rescued Russian scientists stranded on a German ship in Antarctic ice. This operation was praised by South African President…
Extremists May Be Awaiting New Attacks on America - 2002-07-02
The U.S. State Department has issued a warning about potential new attacks by extremists, following a previous alert ahead of Independence Day. The warning suggests…
Murder of a Chinese Diplomat in Kyrgyzstan - 2002-07-01
A Chinese diplomat was killed and another injured by unknown assailants in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The incident raises concerns about potential involvement of Uyghur separatists from…
China Calls for Kyrgyzstan to Act in Finding and Punishing the Killer of Its Diplomat
China has expressed strong concern over the killing of a Chinese diplomat and another citizen in Kyrgyzstan, urging the Kyrgyz government to take action against…
Arrest of Escaped Refugees in Australia - 2002-07-01
Fourteen out of thirty-five escaped refugees have been arrested in Australia after fleeing from a remote detention center. The police received tips from local residents,…