October 2002
Ms. Dolatshahi, Former Iranian Ambassador to Denmark, Discusses the Struggles of Iranian Women
Ms. Dolatshahi, a former ambassador, shares insights on the ongoing struggles of women in Iran in a new book. The discussion highlights her extensive political…
Health Conditions in Afghanistan - 2002-10-31
The article discusses the dire health conditions faced by women and children in Afghanistan, particularly in relation to pregnancy and childbirth. It highlights that Afghan…
Interview with Niloufar Pahira - 2002-10-31
Niloufar Pahira, an Afghan actress and cultural advocate, discusses her efforts in promoting Afghan culture while living in Canada. The article highlights the role of…
Knowledge and Society: Attack on International Information Highways - 2002-10-31
An attack on the international information superhighway failed to disrupt the network. American officials are alarmed and label the incident as a terrorist act. This…
Joschka Fischer, German Foreign Minister, Travels to the United States - 2002-10-31
Joschka Fischer, the German Foreign Minister, is visiting the United States for three days amid cooling relations between the two countries. The visit aims to…
Hamid Karzai is Not Worried About the Consequences of the US Attack on Iraq for Afghanistan - 2002-10-31
Hamid Karzai, the Afghan transitional president, expressed no concerns about the potential impact of a US attack on Iraq on Afghanistan. He rejected claims that…
Interview with Mr. Diani about the Release of Three Jews - 2002-10-30
An interview with Mr. Diani addresses the recent release of three imprisoned Jews and five others. This event is significant as it highlights ongoing issues…
Anti-War Protests in Germany - 2002-10-29
An anti-war protest took place in Germany against the U.S. invasion of Iraq. The event highlights growing dissent in Europe regarding U.S. military actions. This…
Damage from Storm Janet - 2002-10-29
Storm Janet, moving at 150 km/h, inflicted significant damage across Europe. The report highlights the severity of the storm's impact. This event is crucial as…
Clashes in Afghanistan - 2002-10-29
Two incidents of gunfire exchange took place in Urzugan, Afghanistan, reported by Nazi Baghlari from Voice of America. These clashes highlight ongoing instability in the…
Science and Society: A New Understanding of the Large Moon Titan Part 1 and 2 - 2002-10-29
The article discusses NASA's renewed focus on Titan, Saturn's large moon, which has intrigued astronomers for three centuries. Mansour Farahian highlights the scientific curiosity surrounding…
Knowledge and Society: Do Maritime Vessels Have Gender?
The removal of the feminine designation from ships has led to concern among sailors. This issue highlights cultural and traditional beliefs surrounding maritime practices. It…
Brazilian Election Results - 2002-10-28
Luis Inacio Lula da Silva has been elected as the president of Brazil, marking a significant political shift in the country. The election victory was…
Interview with Nasrin Basiri - 2002-10-28
The article discusses an interview with Nasrin Basiri regarding a gathering of Persian speakers in Germany, highlighting the importance of such events for the Persian-speaking…
Interview with Mr. Nemat Ahmadi Regarding the Arrest of Mr. Granpayeh - 2002-10-27
The article features an interview with Dr. Nemat Ahmadi discussing the legal implications of the judiciary's actions against the National Institute for Polling Research following…
Science and Society: The Cause of Heart Diseases in Black People - 2002-10-25
Scientists have identified a genetic factor that increases the risk of heart diseases in Black individuals compared to White individuals. The findings were discussed by…
Science and Society: Medication for Migraine - 2002-10-25
Recent studies suggest that an epilepsy medication may provide relief for migraine and chronic headache sufferers. Mansour Farasioon reports on this development in a Voice…
Knowledge and Society: The Role of Pipe Tape in Wart Treatment - 2002-10-25
Physicians have discovered a new application for pipe tape in treating warts. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America covers this development in his program. This…
The Danger of Hunger in Afghanistan - 2002-10-25
The article discusses the food shortage in Afghanistan, attributing it to the return of refugees. Nazi Baghlari reports on the situation, highlighting the humanitarian crisis.…
Announcement Regarding New Programs of the Persian Section - 2002-10-22
Voice of America is making significant changes to its Persian programming schedule starting October 27, including the removal of certain afternoon broadcasts and the introduction…
Under the Microscope: The Objectives of Controversies Regarding Polls on Dialogue with America - 2002-10-22
Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the motivations behind controversies surrounding public opinion polls about engaging in dialogue with the United States and whether Iran has made…
Science and Society: Immunotherapy Approach to Combat Cancer - 2002-10-22
American scientists have developed a method to strengthen the immune systems of cancer patients through the cultivation and injection of defense cells, leading to the…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Iran's Position is Active Neutrality - 2002-10-21
Nasrin Mahdavi reports on German media's coverage of Iran's stance on a possible U.S. and allied attack on Iraq, highlighting Iran's active neutrality. This is…
Science and Society: Earache Medicine for Children - 2002-10-21
The article discusses the common belief among parents that antibiotics are necessary for children with earaches, despite the fact that many earaches resolve naturally. Mansour…
Science and Society: Development of a Drug to Reduce the Spread of Tuberculosis - 2002-10-19
American and Russian scientists have developed a drug that decreases the spread of tuberculosis, a disease responsible for two million deaths each year. This collaboration…
Under the Microscope: Why Does America Want to Remove Saddam?
The article questions the legitimacy of Saddam Hussein's claim of unanimous support from the Iraqi people while discussing America's motives for wanting to oust him.…
Science and Society: Fighting Parkinson's Disease - 2002-10-16
Recent studies indicate that Coenzyme Q10 may aid in treating Parkinson's disease. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America discusses this promising development. This discovery is…
Press Conference of the National Council of Resistance of Iran in Washington - 2002-10-16
The National Council of Resistance of Iran held a press conference in Washington, asserting its right to operate in the U.S. as a registered foreign…
Interview with Dr. Asad Homayoun - 2002-10-15
Dr. Asad Homayoun discusses recent terrorist incidents including an assassination in Indonesia, an oil tanker fire in Yemen, and an attack on U.S. soldiers in…
Interview with Siddiq Barmak, Afghan Filmmaker - 2002-10-14
The article features an interview with Afghan filmmaker Siddiq Barmak, where he discusses the cultural landscape of Afghanistan and reflects on the previous year's activities.…
Nobel Prize in Literature - 2002-10-12
Imre Kertész received the 2002 Nobel Prize in Literature for his works reflecting on the horrors of World War II. He hopes the award will…
Shooting in Gaza Strip - 2002-10-12
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian farmer in Gaza, coinciding with the arrest of a potential bomber near the U.S. embassy in Tel Aviv.…
How Kiarostami Did Not Go to America - 2002-10-11
Abbas Kiarostami was scheduled to attend film festivals in the U.S. but could not due to new security restrictions and visa delays. This situation sparked…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Book Fair - 2002-10-10
Nasrin Mahdavi reports on the opening of the fifty-fourth book fair in Frankfurt, Germany. The event highlights the significance of literature and cultural exchange. It…
Under the Microscope: Analysis of the U.S. President's Speech - 2002-10-08
The article discusses an analysis of a speech made by the U.S. President in Cincinnati, focusing on Saddam Hussein and Iraq. Mr. Nourizadeh shares insights…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Interview with Amir Taheri on the Future Outlook of Afghanistan - 2002-10-07
Amir Taheri, a long-time observer of Afghanistan, shares his insights on the country's current situation and challenges after the Taliban's fall in an interview with…
Interview with Mohammad Qasemzadeh on the Passing of Ahmad Mahmoud - 2002-10-07
Ahmad Mahmoud, a prominent Iranian novelist, died at the age of 72. The article features an interview with Mohammad Qasemzadeh, discussing Mahmoud's legacy. This event…
Interview with Mahmoud Dowlatabadi Regarding the Death of Ahmad Mahmoud - 2002-10-07
Ahmad Mahmoud, a prominent Iranian realist novelist, died at the age of 72. The article features an interview with fellow novelist Mahmoud Dowlatabadi reflecting on…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: The Position of Mohammad Khatami and Iranian Reformists - 2002-10-07
The article discusses the political landscape in Iran in 2002, focusing on President Mohammad Khatami's attempts to challenge the influence of religious conservatives. This is…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Master Calligrapher Jahangir Nezam al-Olma - 2002-10-06
The article features an interview with renowned Iranian calligrapher Jahangir Nezam al-Olma, discussing the significance of calligraphy in Iranian literature. This highlights the cultural heritage…
Science and Society: The Story of Sea Storms - 2002-10-05
The article discusses the formation of sea storms and the convention of naming them after women. Mansour Farasioon, a reporter, addresses these topics in a…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: October 3, Anniversary of the Reunification of Germany - 2002-10-03
The report commemorates the anniversary of the reunification of West and East Germany, highlighting its significance. It is presented by Nasrin Mahdavi from the Persian…
Science and Society: Production of Antimatter - 2002-10-01
An international team of forty scientists and ten institutions has successfully created antimatter in a laboratory setting for research. This achievement could revolutionize physics and…
Under the Microscope: Analysis of the Iraqi Foreign Minister's Visit to Tehran - 2002-10-01
The article examines the Iraqi Foreign Minister's visit to Tehran and the parliamentary opposition to it, alongside the rejection of a resolution on women's divorce…
News and Opinions: International Publications' Views on the Regional Situation - 2002-10-01
A Voice of America journalist has compiled a report on the opinions of international publications regarding the regional situation. This is significant as it reflects…