The discovery of Quaoar in October challenged the conventional definition of a planet. Small RNA was discovered in 2002, and the human ancestor Sahelanthropus was first described. Norway won the most gold medals in the 2002 Winter Olympics, which were held in Salt Lake City.
From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll explore the most significant occurrences from 2002, highlighting key moments that continue to impact our lives today.
Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. On January 8, 2002, President George W. Bush signs the No Child Left...
2002: “Concerns regarding a nuclear terrorist attack underscore the enormous amount of unsecured–and sometimes unaccounted for–weapon-grade nuclear materials located throughout the world.
February 3 – Super Bowl XXXVI: The New England Patriots beat the St. Louis Rams 20–17 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans to win their first Super Bowl title. February 8 – 24 – The Winter Olympics are held in Salt Lake City, Utah. The United States wins 10 gold, 13 silver and 11 bronze medals.
There are positives and negatives to look back on about 2002, and that’s what we’re here to do right now. Here are some of the biggest events of 2002 that are worth recalling.