January 2004
The Second Mars Rover Begins Planet Exploration Today - 2004-01-31
The Mars rover Opportunity is set to begin its exploration today, potentially confirming the presence of water on Mars. Scientists are analyzing data from the…
China Denies British Magazine Report on Bird Flu Outbreak
China has denied a British magazine's report alleging that a bird flu outbreak started in the country last year and was covered up by officials.…
Musharraf: Sellers of Nuclear Technology Abroad Will Be Punished - 2004-01-27
President Musharraf has denied allegations of nuclear technology transfer to Iran and other countries while announcing severe punishments for Pakistani scientists involved in such sales.…
Visit of American and British Experts to Libya - 2004-01-20
American and British experts have arrived in Libya to start dismantling its nuclear technology and materials. This initiative is part of a broader effort to…
Science and Society: Results of Researchers on the Impact of Global Warming on Living Organisms - 2004-01-08
Researchers have found that global warming is projected to cause the extinction of 15 to 37 percent of species by the mid-21st century. The study…
A U.S. Spacecraft Approaches Mars for Landing
A U.S. spacecraft is nearing Mars for a landing aimed at discovering if life exists there. Scientists have prepared extensively for the landing, which is…