May 2002
Major Surprise on the Opening Day of the World Cup - 2002-05-31
The opening day of the World Cup in Asia saw a stunning upset as the defending champions, France, lost to Senegal. This match was significant…
Injury of the U.S. National Soccer Team Goalkeeper
Casey Keller, the U.S. national soccer team goalkeeper, suffered an elbow injury that may prevent him from participating in the World Cup. Medical examinations indicate…
Famous Korean Forward on the Brink of Retirement - 2002-05-28
Hwang Sun-hong, a prominent forward for South Korea's national football team, announced his retirement following the 2002 World Cup. He expressed hopes to meet the…
Request for the Delivery of Refugees from South Korea - 2002-05-28
China has requested the South Korean consulate in Beijing to return three North Korean asylum seekers. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of North Korean…
Samsung's $1 Million Donation to Chinese Football Fans - 2002-05-28
Samsung has donated $950,000 to support Chinese football fans traveling to South Korea for the World Cup. This initiative aims to promote their products while…
Possibility of Zidane's Early Return - 2002-05-27
Zinedine Zidane, the French football star, has sustained a minor injury that could keep him out of the World Cup but hopes to return for…
The Palme d'Or Award Goes to Polanski
Roman Polanski won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film 'The Pianist,' which tells the story of a Jewish pianist escaping…
France's Victory Over South Korea - 2002-05-26
France's national football team won 3-2 against South Korea in a warm-up match before the World Cup, but Zinedine Zidane sustained a thigh injury. This…
Hayatou Arrives in South Korea
Issa Hayatou has arrived in South Korea to compete against Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency. The election will occur shortly before the 2002 World…
Three North Korean Nationals Seek Asylum at South Korean Consulate in Beijing
Three North Korean individuals have fled to the South Korean consulate in Beijing seeking political asylum, marking a significant event as it is the first…
736 Players in the World Cup - 2002-05-24
The official list of 736 players for the 2002 World Cup has been released by FIFA. This list includes players from 32 participating teams and…
North Korean Refugees in South Korea - 2002-05-23
Five North Korean refugees have arrived in South Korea after being forcibly removed from the Japanese consulate in China, leading to a diplomatic dispute between…
Blatter Arrives in South Korea - 2002-05-23
Sepp Blatter arrived in South Korea a day before the 2002 World Cup, where a special election for FIFA president will take place. He faces…
More Strikes in South Korea - 2002-05-23
In South Korea, as the World Cup approaches, approximately 40,000 workers, including hospital staff, have gone on strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The…
Workers' Strike in South Korea - 2002-05-22
Thousands of workers in South Korea have gone on strike despite government warnings about potential disruptions to the World Cup finals. The strike, initiated by…
North Korean Refugees Leave Chinese Territory
Five North Korean refugees have left China after being arrested at a Japanese consulate, highlighting a diplomatic standoff between Beijing and Tokyo. Japan accused China…
South Korea Concerned About Strikes During World Cup Matches - 2002-05-21
The South Korean government is worried about potential strikes by labor unions during the upcoming World Cup, threatening severe actions against any disruptive actions. The…
Path Out of Political, Economic, and Social Turmoil - 2002-05-20
The article discusses the increasing discord within the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly between the right-wing and reformist factions, as the former labels dissenters as…
South Korean Labor Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike
South Korean labor unions are threatening a nationwide strike against the government's privatization plans. The strike could involve 65,000 workers and is timed just before…
Arrest of the Son of the President of South Korea - 2002-05-18
The youngest son of South Korean President Kim Dae-jung has been arrested for bribery involving over $2 million. This incident is part of a broader…
Two North Korean Refugees Arrive in Singapore
Two North Korean refugees have arrived in Singapore after applying for asylum at the Canadian embassy in Beijing. They are expected to travel to South…
Two North Korean Refugees Arrive in Singapore - 2002-05-16
Two North Korean refugees have arrived in Singapore after seeking asylum at the Canadian embassy in Beijing. They are expected to continue their journey to…
Court Appearance of South Korean President's Son - 2002-05-16
Kim Hong-gul, the son of South Korean President Kim Dae-jung, appeared in court to address allegations of his involvement in a bribery scandal. He apologized…
North Korean Leader Seeks Visit to South Korea - 2002-05-15
North Korean leader Kim Jong Il has expressed a desire to visit South Korea and meet with President Kim Dae-jung. This follows a previous meeting…
North Korean Refugees Arrive in Seoul, South Korea Today - 2002-05-14
Three North Korean refugees who sought asylum at a U.S. consulate in China have successfully arrived in South Korea. Meanwhile, two other refugees are at…
South Korean President Resigns from Leadership of Ruling Party - 2002-05-06
South Korean President Kim Dae-jung resigned from the leadership of his ruling party amid a corruption scandal involving his sons and government officials. He expressed…
North Korea Refuses to Continue Negotiations with South Korea - 2002-05-06
North Korea has pulled out of negotiations with South Korea, blaming the South's Foreign Minister for provocative comments made during a visit to Washington. This…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with the Head of the National Film Archive of Iran - 2002-05-05
Mohammad Hassan Khoshnavis and Fereydoun Khamenei Pour attended a conference of the World Film Archive Organization in South Korea. This event highlights Iran's engagement in…