August 2002
Protests in Argentina - 2002-08-31
Thousands of Argentinians protested in major cities demanding government resignation over economic mismanagement. The country is seeking relief from the IMF on a significant interest…
EU Relief Fund Established to Assist Flood Victims - 2002-08-28
The European Commission has launched a relief fund of at least $500 million to support EU member states and candidates affected by recent floods. This…
Monaco Begins Expanding Its Territory
Monaco is expanding its territory by constructing a large concrete pier that extends into the sea, enhancing its capacity for luxury yachts and passenger ships.…
The Elbe River has receded to some extent - 2002-08-22
The Elbe River in Germany has receded, but officials have ordered 25,000 people to evacuate due to ongoing flood risks. Heavy rainfall has caused significant…
U.S. Defense Secretary Warns Russia
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld issued a warning to Russia regarding its trade plans with Iraq, suggesting it could deter foreign investment in Russia. This…
Saudi Fears of Their Funds Being Frozen in America - 2002-08-22
Saudi investors are withdrawing billions from U.S. banks due to fears of their assets being frozen, totaling at least $200 billion in recent months. This…
Moscow in Final Stages of Reaching Economic Cooperation Agreement with Iraq
Moscow is finalizing an economic cooperation agreement with Iraq, focusing on oil and electricity sectors, valued at $40 billion over five years. The agreement is…
Transforming the Fascists' Headquarters into a Park for Promoting Peace and Human Rights - 2002-08-17
A former neo-Nazi headquarters in Idaho has been transformed into a 'Peace Park' following a successful lawsuit against its leaders. Local human rights activists are…
The U.S. Will Not Increase Financial Aid to Egypt - 2002-08-16
The U.S. has decided not to increase financial aid to Egypt due to the imprisonment of democracy advocate Saad Eddin Ibrahim. While the U.S. still…
River Flooding in Europe Adds to Flood Damage - 2002-08-16
Central European rivers have flooded, causing extensive damage and displacing tens of thousands, particularly in Dresden, Germany. The flooding has resulted in around 90 fatalities…
Flood in Hunan Province, China - 2002-08-16
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has impacted over 38 million people and caused significant financial losses. A recent landslide has resulted in at least…
Newsweek Report on Osama Bin Laden Sightings - August 12, 2002
Newsweek reported credible sightings of Osama Bin Laden after his disappearance in November 2001. A former Taliban official claimed to have helped him escape to…
Slacker
The article discusses the film 'Slacker' directed by Richard Linklater, highlighting its low budget and unique storytelling style. It emphasizes the film's portrayal of a…
Two More Victims of West Nile Virus
Two more people have died from the West Nile virus in Louisiana, increasing the death toll to seven. The outbreak has led to 85 confirmed…
Storm and Flood in South Asia - 2002-08-08
Severe monsoon rains and landslides in South Asia have resulted in significant casualties and damage, with 680 deaths reported across Bangladesh, India, and Nepal. India…
Reduction in Oil-for-Food Program for Iraq - 2002-08-07
The UN's Oil-for-Food program for Iraq is facing a significant budget cut due to reduced oil sales, raising concerns about humanitarian aid. Benon Sevan urges…
Efforts to Eliminate Remaining Terrorists Accelerate - 2002-08-02
The U.S. Secretary of Defense has ordered special forces to ramp up efforts against remaining al-Qaeda terrorists, with new covert operations planned. Despite international financial…
Return of Palestinian Tax Revenues - 2002-08-01
Israel has returned 15 million dollars of previously blocked tax revenues to the Palestinians, confirmed by Finance Minister Salam Fayyad. This comes after a prolonged…