Putin shows judo grip as 10 year old floor throws him
President Vladimir Putin, a judo black belt, mocked a playful moment at the Kodokan in Tokyo when a 10-year-old girl tossed him to the mat during a session for Olympians. He later left for the Millennium Summit at the United Nations after talks with Prime Minister Mori over the Kuril Islands.
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China cuts 40 from Olympic team for Sydney Games
China withdraws 40 athletes and officials from its Sydney Olympic squad, including seven rowers who tested positive for EPO in China. IOC medical chief Schumasch confirmed blood tests showed elevated EPO levels. urine tests will be decisive for final guilt. The reasons for the remaining 33 withdrawals were unclear, with speculation about eliminations.
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Pope condemns childless couples during Teresa anniversary
In Vatican remarks marking Mother Teresa's death anniversary, Pope John Paul II praised the nun's charity and urged couples not to forego parenthood. He criticized infertile desires pursued beyond medical aid and signaled limits on adoption for singles or unmarried pairs, while reaffirming Catholic teaching on unions and childrearing.
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