April 2003
International Terrorist Attacks Decreased in 2002 Compared to the Previous Year
The U.S. State Department reported a significant decrease in international terrorist attacks in 2002, with 199 attacks resulting in 725 deaths, down from 355 attacks…
President Bush Requests $15 Billion from Congress for AIDS Treatment in Africa and the Caribbean - 2003-04-30
President Bush has requested $15 billion from Congress to combat AIDS in Africa and the Caribbean, emphasizing the urgency of the situation as millions are…
Beijing Allocates Special Hospital for SARS Patients - 2003-04-30
Beijing has established a special hospital to treat SARS patients due to an overwhelming number of cases. The mayor has reported a critical shortage of…
The Likelihood of the Ruling Party's Victory in the Paraguayan Presidential Election is High - 2003-04-28
The Paraguayan presidential election is expected to see the ruling Colorado Party, led by Nicanor Duarte, maintain its long-standing power despite economic and corruption issues.…
Canadians Upset Over Announcement of Quarantine - 2003-04-26
Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien is addressing public concern over a quarantine announcement by spending a night in Toronto and allocating funds to support its…
Russia Completes First Phase of Chemical Weapons Destruction Ahead of Schedule
Russia has completed the initial phase of its chemical weapons destruction program ahead of the April 29 deadline, eliminating 40,000 tons of hazardous materials. This…
Winner of Nigeria's Election Announced - 2003-04-23
The Nigerian Electoral Commission has declared President Olusegun Obasanjo the winner of the recent election, securing 61% of the votes. His main opponent, Muhammadu Buhari,…
Geisha
The article discusses the film 'Geisha' directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, highlighting its exploration of the roles of geishas in post-WWII Japan through the friendship of…
Over 150 New Cases of SARS Reported in China
China has reported over 150 new SARS cases, raising the total to nearly 2,200 with 97 deaths. This response follows global criticism of China's handling…
Russia: Twenty Students from Volgograd Hospitalized
Twenty students in Volgograd have been hospitalized due to gas poisoning from an oil refinery leak, bringing the total number of affected individuals to 93.…
Treasure Discovered in an Upscale Neighborhood of Baghdad - 2003-04-19
American soldiers discovered a massive cache of cash totaling over 650 million dollars in an upscale Baghdad neighborhood previously inhabited by Saddam Hussein's regime. The…
Body of One of Two U.S. Pilots Identified
The body of Captain Eric Das, one of the pilots of two U.S. F-15 jets shot down in Iraq, has been identified. Efforts are still…
SARS Death Toll Worldwide Exceeds 180
The global death toll from SARS has exceeded 180, with Hong Kong experiencing the highest daily fatalities. Countries like Vietnam are taking drastic measures, including…
China Defends Itself Against WHO Accusations
The Chinese government has responded to accusations from the WHO that the SARS outbreak is more widespread than reported, claiming only 37 cases in Beijing.…
First Female Journalist Killed in Iraq War - 2003-04-16
Veronica Cabrera, a 28-year-old Argentine camerawoman, was killed in a car accident while covering the Iraq War, making her the first female journalist to die…
SARS Claims Three More Lives in Hong Kong - 2003-04-12
SARS has resulted in three additional deaths in Hong Kong, with new cases continuing to emerge. The outbreak has led to significant fatalities both in…
Cuba Will Keep Its Embassy in Baghdad Open
Cuba has decided to maintain its embassy in Baghdad amid the ongoing war in Iraq but will refrain from involvement in the conflict led by…
Debt Forgiveness for Pakistan - 2003-04-05
The U.S. has forgiven a one billion dollar loan to Pakistan in recognition of its cooperation in combating terrorism. This decision was formalized by Ambassador…
Do Not Doubt the Supremacy of American Military Forces - April 1, 2003
The article discusses the military capabilities of U.S. forces in Iraq, emphasizing their superiority in firepower and maneuverability compared to Iraqi forces. It highlights concerns…
Large Clouds of Smoke Over the Iraqi Presidential Palace - 2003-04-01
On April 1, 2003, large clouds of smoke rose over the Iraqi presidential palace amid massive explosions in Baghdad as U.S. ground forces advanced into…