Amadeus has joined the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) as the travel technology company works to fulfil ambitions as an active ally of the LGBTQ+ community. IGLTA has a mission to provide information and resources for LGBTQ+ travelers and expand LGBTQ+ tourism globally by demonstrating its significant social and economic impact. Its commitment to inclusive travel experiences truly aligns with our mission to advance LGBTQ+ tourism,” saysIGLTA President/CEO John Tanzella. We celebrate the diverse global LGBTQ+ community, striving to create cross-cultural understanding and a more inclusive world.”IGLTA was founded in 1983 and is the leading global network of tourism businesses welcoming LGBTQ+ travelers. Members include LGBTQ+ friendly accommodations, transport, destinations, service providers, travel advisors, tour operators, events and travel media located in over 80 countries.

Raid in Southwest Miami-Dade leads to jewelry store burglary arrest A raid on a Southwest Miami-Dade home leads to the arrest of a man police say is accused of a jewelry store burglary in Aventura.

In the heart of Africa, a story of diplomatic finesse and strategic economic partnerships unfolds, painting a picture of two nations, Ethiopia and Morocco, charting a new course in their bilateral relations. This educational exchange is a cornerstone of the strategic partnership, nurturing a generation that will carry forward the legacy of this bilateral relationship. The optimism surrounding the transition from cooperation to a strategic partnership is palpable, with both nations keen on exploring the vast potential that lies within their collaboration. As we witness the unfolding story of Ethiopia and Morocco's strengthened ties, it's a reminder of the power of diplomacy and strategic partnerships in shaping the destinies of nations. Today, as these agreements bear fruit, they pave the way for a future where cooperation and mutual development are the cornerstones of Ethiopia and Morocco's relationship.

United Airlines informed the Israel Airports Authority (IAA) on Wednesday of its intention to return to Israel in less than two weeks. United Airlines is expected to take off from New York to Tel Aviv on March 2nd, with the first flight from Tel Aviv to New York scheduled for March 3rd. Delta Airlines informed the IAA of its intention to return to Israel on May 1st. On Tuesday the Dutch airline KLM reported that it will begin flying to Israel as of April 1st and will operate daily flights with a stop in Larnaca. Fly Dubai will increase flights to Dubai from 4 to 6 weekly flights from the end of March, and Ethiopian Airlines will increase to 12 weekly flights from March 1st.

Kassahun Follo, President of the Confederation of Ethiopian Trade Unions (CETU) (Photo: Ethiopia Press Agency)Addis Abeba – The Confederation of Ethiopian Trade Unions (CETU) has initiated a new partnership campaign to raise awareness and urge Ethiopia to sign four key International Labor Organization (ILO) conventions that are yet to be ratified. “These critical conventions would not only protect the human and labor rights of workers but also enable workers to be more effective in the activities Ethiopian workers carry out,” Kassahun Follo, President of CETU, said speaking at the launch event on Tuesday. Several stakeholders spoke at the event in support of the CETU partnership campaign. Tadele Yimer, President of Ethiopian Employers’ Federation, shared the federation’s “full commitment to pushing these conventions forward to formal adoption.”Representatives of the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) among others have also pledged support to CETU’s campaign urging the ratification of the conventions. AdvertisementIn April 2022, CETU had made a call asking the government to ratify these International labor laws.

On 19 February 2024, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration to support the growth of aviation in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region. Under the MOU, CAAS and IATA will work together on initiatives in the areas of aviation sustainability, air traffic management, aviation safety and aviation training. The key initiatives under the MOU include:(i) Aviation SustainabilityDevelopment of initiatives to advance sustainable aviation for Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region. Saudi Arabia is growing its tourism and aviation sector through the Saudi Aviation Strategy, backed by US$100 billion in investments including the construction of the King Salman International Airport. Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of GACA said, “This agreement reinforces Singapore’s position as a strategic aviation partner of Saudi Arabia, where the Saudi Aviation Strategy is creating unprecedented opportunities for aviation companies.

6th case of measles detected at Manatee Bay Elementary in Weston On Tuesday afternoon another case of measles was detected in Broward, bringing the total to six.

(Reuters) - Ethiopia's government is discussing selling 10% of state-owned telecoms company Ethio Telecom via a local stock exchange that is being launched this year, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Tuesday. Ethiopia's telecoms industry, serving a population of about 120 million, was considered a big prize when Abiy took over in 2018 and promised to liberalise the economy. A spokesperson for Abiy did not respond to requests for comment about how the board deliberations on Ethio Telecom concluded. Abiy described the launch of the East African country's stock exchange as "a game-changer, supporting Ethiopia in achieving its growth aspirations and attracting new capital" in a post on social media platform X on Tuesday. A telecoms industry insider said the plan was for the government to retain 45% of Ethio Telecom, sell 45% to investors and list 10% on the stock exchange.

AdvtJoin the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETTelecom App Get Realtime updatesSave your favourite articles Scan to download AppEthiopia's government is discussing selling 10% of state-owned telecoms company Ethio Telecom via a local stock exchange that is being launched this year, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Tuesday.Ethiopia's telecoms industry, serving a population of about 120 million, was considered a big prize when Abiy took over in 2018 and promised to liberalise the economy.But recurring security problems, legislative changes and concern about the government's commitment to opening up the tightly controlled economy have since deterred investors.French telecoms firm Orange said in November that it had decided to withdraw from buying a stake of up to 45% in Ethio Telecom, which held a monopoly before a consortium led by Kenya's Safaricom won the country's first private telecoms licence and started commercial operations in 2022.Abiy told a board meeting of government investment arm Ethiopian Investment Holdings on Tuesday that board members would "decide how to proceed regarding the second issue where we said we will sell 10% of Ethio Telecom's shares to the public via the capital market," according to a video clip of the meeting shared by state-affiliated Fana Broadcasting.A spokesperson for Abiy did not respond to requests for comment about how the board deliberations on Ethio Telecom concluded.Abiy described the launch of the East African country's stock exchange as "a game-changer, supporting Ethiopia in achieving its growth aspirations and attracting new capital" in a post on social media platform X on Tuesday.A telecoms industry insider said the plan was for the government to retain 45% of Ethio Telecom, sell 45% to investors and list 10% on the stock exchange.

The African Development Bank is warning that the rising cost of energy, food and other commodities in several African countries, including Angola, Ethiopia and Kenya, could trigger social unrest. The African Development Bank's notice was contained in its biannual Africa Macroeconomic Performance outlook publication released last week. Security analyst Senator Iroegbu agrees with the African Development Bank's projections. The African Development Bank said Africa has several rapidly growing economies, such as Ivory Coast, Libya, Niger, Rwanda and Senegal. The African Development Bank says economic growth in Africa is expected to average 3.8% and 4.2% in 2024 and 2025, respectively — higher than projected global averages in the same period.

Embattled Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis spoke at a church service Saturday insinuating she finds solace in Biblical scripture following her contentious testimony during a court hearing last week regarding allegations she had an ‘improper’ affair with a colleague. Willis said in her remarks that supporters have sent her an Old Testament reference that reads, "No weapon formed against you shall prosper." "They did not say the weapons will not form, and that's the part I didn't hear until recently," Willis said. JUDGE WARNS FANI WILLIS OVER OUTBURSTS IN HEATED TESTIMONY"Even if you feel like everything you are doing in your life is the right thing, and you’re making mistakes all along the way, but you’re trying. BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS AFTER WILD 2-DAY HEARING ON FANI WILLIS AFFAIR: 'WHAT'S DONE IS DONE'Willis was largely combative in her testimony and verbally sparred with lawyers for hours.

Israel’s embassy to the Holy See hit back against that statement, calling Parolin’s remarks “deplorable,” saying Hamas uses civilian infrastructure for terrorism and that since they started the fight, they are responsible for the casualties. His efforts in the Ukraine war have so far focused primarily on the humanitarian situation and on negotiating the return of Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia. “When we talk about the right to life there is, for example, the right not to suffer. Palliative care allows us to combat suffering” by making the person comfortable and loved through long-term accompaniment. Noting that the Italian parliament is continually weighing various proposals and petitions, Zuppi said the Church “will accompany the work of Parliament with great respect.”

Senegal's Constitutional Council on Tuesday published an amended list of candidates for a presidential election delayed from Feb. 25 to a yet undecided date, removing just one candidate from the initial list because she withdrew her application. President Macky Sall, who said the postponement was needed due to a dispute over the candidate list, later pledged he would abide with the court's decision and hold consultations to organize the vote as quickly as possible. The new candidate list was almost unchanged from the original list for the Feb. 25 vote apart from removing opposition contender, Rose Wardini, bringing the number of candidates down to 19 from an initial 20. The council said Wardini had withdrawn her application without providing further detail. Prominent opposition figures including the firebrand jailed politician Ousmane Sonko and Karim Wade, the son of former president Abdoulaye Wade, remained excluded.

Amnesty International has accused the Ethiopian authorities of using the state of emergency in the Amhara region “to silence peaceful dissent by arbitrarily detaining prominent politicians critical of the government and journalists” and has called for an end to this practice. Many civilian deathsMany civilians were killed by Ethiopian state troops in the Amhara region last month, as reported by The Guardian. The Fano fought alongside the Ethiopian Federal Army in the two-year civil war against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which ended in November 2022. However, the government is now considering this group and other regional forces as a threat to its authority. No journalists, no internetThe Ethiopian government has banned journalists from traveling to the Amhara region and cut off Internet access.

Celebrating its 31st year, the annual Noise Pop Festival kicks off Thursday with a packed schedule of local and national indie-rock acts that runs through March 3. While the focus remains on the cutting edge of indie rock, the eclectic festival also features modern R&B, global grooves and even avant-garde electronic music. Noise Pop will also be presenting shows at unusual new venues with multiple events at Grace Cathedral and Mission District art space Gray Area. Noise Pop Festival 2024 full line-up. Noise Pop IndustriesThe festival commences on Feb. 22 with the annual NightLife kickoff party at the Academy of Sciences with electronic acts Bodysync (a collaboration between dancefloor heavyweights Ryan Hemsworth and Giraffage), jarradcleofé, and discnogirl.