March 2004
Ahmad Batebi, Imprisoned Student, in Poor Physical Condition
Ahmad Batebi, a student imprisoned in Iran, is reported to be in poor health, with his family's requests for medical treatment denied by authorities. He…
A U.S. Forensic Team Arrives in Taiwan for Investigations
A U.S. forensic team has arrived in Taiwan to investigate a shooting incident involving President Chen Shui-bian during the presidential election. The opposition is preparing…
Over 300,000 Protesters Flooded the Streets of Taipei on Saturday - 2004-03-27
On Saturday, over 300,000 protesters in Taipei challenged President Chen Shui-bian's electoral victory. Lien Chan, the Nationalist Party leader, demanded a recount and new elections.…
Suspects of Recent Bombing in France to Be Released
Three suspects connected to a bomb threat against the French railway system are likely to be released due to lack of evidence. The threat came…
Taiwan's Request to the U.S. to Recognize Presidential Election Results - 2004-03-25
Taiwan's Vice President has requested U.S. recognition of the presidential election results amid ongoing protests from opposition supporters following a narrow victory for President Chen…
Kuwait Disqualified from 2004 Athens Olympic Football Competition
Kuwait's U-23 football team was disqualified from the 2004 Athens Olympics after losing to Iraq. The defeat ended their hopes of Olympic participation, leading to…
Possibility of Peyman Piran's 10-Year Imprisonment
Peyman Piran faces a potential 10-year prison sentence amid increasing repression of political activists in Iran. He has been detained since March 2004 on multiple…
Presidential Election Results in Taiwan - 2004-03-24
The Supreme Court of Taiwan upheld the election results, leading to a breakdown in negotiations to resolve disputes over the presidential election. The Nationalist Party…
Bush Defends His Administration's Actions in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2004-03-24
President Bush defended his administration against accusations of negligence in the fight against terrorism following claims made by former National Security Council advisor Richard Clarke.…
Iran's U-23 National Team Departing for China on Wednesday Afternoon
Iran's U-23 national football team is traveling to China for an Olympic qualifying match. Coach Nader Faryad Shirani reported improvements in player conditions and emphasized…
Afghanistan Sends 1500 More Soldiers from National Army to Herat
Afghanistan is deploying an additional 1500 soldiers to Herat following deadly clashes between local militias and government forces. The conflict escalated after the assassination of…
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi Takes Oath of Office as Prime Minister of Malaysia
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has been sworn in as Malaysia's Prime Minister following a significant electoral victory over his Islamic opponent. His coalition, which supports a…
New Record for Number of Participating Countries in the Summer Olympics
The upcoming Summer Olympics in Athens will see a record participation of 202 countries, including Iraq and Afghanistan. This marks a significant increase from the…
Life and Progress in America: A Review of Farah Pahlavi's New Memoir by Abbas Milani - 2004-03-19
The article reviews Farah Pahlavi's memoir, highlighting her experiences and progress in America, as analyzed by Dr. Abbas Milani. This review is significant as it…
Nigerian National Football Team Training Camp in Paris - 2004-03-17
The Nigerian national football team is set to train in Paris for a week before facing Tunisia, a crucial match for Olympic qualification. The team…
Ronaldo Called Up for Brazil's Next Match Against Paraguay
Ronaldo has been called up to the Brazilian national team for their World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay despite recent injuries. Rivaldo, another star player,…
Films of Alain Resnais (1922 - 2004-03-16)
The article discusses the life and works of French director Alain Resnais, highlighting his significant contributions to cinema, particularly through films like 'Hiroshima, Mon Amour'…
My Dear Hiroshima
The article discusses the classic film 'Hiroshima Mon Amour' directed by Alain Resnais, which explores themes of memory and emotion through the lens of a…
Withdrawal of 1300 Spanish Troops from Iraq - 2004-03-15
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, the newly elected Prime Minister of Spain, plans to withdraw 1300 troops from Iraq, calling the war a disaster. His Socialist…
U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Defeats France
The U.S. Women's National Soccer Team won their opening match of the Algarve Cup against France with a score of 5-1. Abby Wambach and Mia…
Draw Between the National Football Teams of the USA and Haiti - 2004-03-15
The USA and Haiti national football teams played to a 1-1 draw in Miami. Alexander Bousico scored for Haiti, while Dan Cliff equalized for the…
Annual Session of the Chinese Parliament - 2004-03-14
The National People's Congress in China concluded its annual session by approving constitutional amendments aimed at banking reforms and private property protection. Additionally, the representatives…
Approximately 2 Million Support Nationalist Party Candidate in Taiwan - 2004-03-13
Approximately 2 million people in Taiwan rallied in support of the Nationalist Party candidate Lien Chan ahead of the presidential elections on March 20. This…
Jean-Bertrand Aristide to Arrive in Jamaica Next Week for Temporary Stay
Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the ousted Haitian president, will arrive in Jamaica next week for a temporary stay without seeking asylum. His stay is expected to last…
Frenchman Alain Giresse Nominated for Head Coach of the Georgian National Football Team - 2004-03-11
Alain Giresse, a former French football star, is in talks to become the head coach of the Georgian national football team. He has not yet…
Brandi Chastain Invited to U.S. Women's National Soccer Team
Brandi Chastain has been invited back to the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team for the upcoming Algarve Cup in Portugal. This comes after her recovery…
Former Chief Justice of Haiti Sworn in as Interim President
Boniface Alexandre has been sworn in as Haiti's interim president amid protests from Aristide supporters. He has called for new elections and condemned recent violence…
Six Killed in Clash Between Aristide Supporters and Protesters in Haiti - 2004-03-08
Supporters of former Haitian President Aristide clashed with protesters, resulting in six deaths and over 30 injuries. The protests were sparked by Aristide's departure and…
Hundreds of Thousands Demonstrate in Caracas Demanding the Ouster of Venezuela's President
Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans protested in Caracas demanding a referendum to oust President Hugo Chavez. The opposition claims to have gathered enough signatures for…
Iraq's Transitional Governing Council to Grant Legal Force to Iraq's Temporary Constitution - 2004-03-05
The Transitional Governing Council of Iraq is set to officially endorse the temporary constitution, which outlines citizens' rights and the structure of the National Assembly.…
On This Day, March 3: 'The Star-Spangled Banner' Became the National Anthem of the United States - 2004-03-03
'The Star-Spangled Banner' was officially adopted as the national anthem of the United States by Congress on March 3, 1931. This event is significant as…
South Africa Has No Problem Granting Asylum to Deposed Haitian President
South Africa is open to granting asylum to Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the ousted president of Haiti, although it has not yet received a formal request. Opposition…
Iran's Youth Football Team Defeats Uzbekistan's Youth Team
Iran's youth football team won their first friendly match against Uzbekistan with a score of 2-1. This victory is significant as it prepares the team…
Venezuela's National Electoral Council Reviews Referendum Proposal
The National Electoral Council of Venezuela is considering a referendum to potentially remove President Hugo Chavez following widespread public demand. The decision has been delayed…
Elections and Reactions Inside and Outside Iran - March 1, 2004
The article features an interview with former parliament member Mehdi Ahmad discussing the elections in Iran and the various reactions they have elicited both domestically…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Ali Rasekh Afshar - 2004-03-01
An interview was conducted with Dr. Ali Rasekh Afshar, a speaker at the National Front of Iran's congress in the U.S. This event highlights the…