Millennium mayhem: the world is racing to avert a computer disaster

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Many older computers were programmed with date codes that are only two digits longs, so when the year 2000 comes, the computers may malfunction or shut down. This could cause massive problems with telephone networks, elevators, ATMs and other computer-controlled equipment.

Planning, Year 2000 transition (Computers), Millennialism

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The forces of disaster

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Venezuela has a major crime problem with many leading to violence which has led to the police taking a hard line in 2001. Critics believe some police are using violence themselves to get rid of the criminals and are responsible for much of the terror.

Prevention, Behavior, Violent crimes, Crime, Police, Police officers, Venezuela

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For all time: millennium photo contest

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Winning photos of the "For All Time" millennium photograph contest. Family was the topic of choice, including pictures from around the world.

United States, Cover Story, Achievements and awards, Portrayals, Family, Photographs

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