There’s just one problem: Omar didn’t actually give the statements quoted by Greene in her resolution. In the speech, Omar discussed a recent Ethiopian deal with the separatist region of Somaliland, which Somalia considers part of its own territory. “Censuring Representative Ilhan Omar of Somali — I mean— Minnesota,” Greene said, before reading the text of the document. Today, I’m introducing a Censure Resolution on Ilhan Omar for admitting she’s working as a foreign agent for a foreign country. RelatedOn Wednesday, the Star Tribune found that the viral video’s translation differed significantly from another translation Omar had promoted on social media as being more accurate.

February 02, 2024 07:59 UTC

Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace today announced it raised a total of $107 million in Series B funding, representing another significant stepping stone toward sustainable regional air travel. The new round brings the total financing raised by Heart Aerospace since its inception to $145 million. ‘We couldn’t be more excited about this round,” said Anders Forslund, co-founder, and CEO of Heart Aerospace. Heart Aerospace is taking decarbonization to the skies and we’re proud to be funding technology that will fundamentally change the aviation industry,” said Ted Persson. Heart Aerospace has 250 orders for the ES-30, with options and purchase rights for an additional 120 planes.

February 02, 2024 07:36 UTC

ISLAMABAD - The Federal Democratic Re­public of Ethiopia and Paki­stan on Thursday explored different avenues for eco­nomic cooperation during a bilateral meeting that took place here in Islamabad at the Ministry of Finance. Dr. Eyob Tekalign Tolina, State Minister of Finance, led the Ethiopian delegation while the Pakistan side was led by Dr Shamshad Akhtar, Finance Minister. Both sides had a productive discussion on the matters of mutual in­terest including the bilateral cooperation in financial sec­tor of both countries. The two countries expressed the resolve to bolster economic cooperation between the two brotherly countries. Earlier, Dr Eyob Tolina, State Minis­ter of Finance, FDR Ethiopia, along with his delegation called on Dr Inayat Hussain, Deputy Governor State Bank of Pakistan.

February 02, 2024 07:24 UTC

Recent research from the Ethiopian Economics Association highlights fears of a Western backlash against the country’s BRICS membership. The survey of 233 Ethiopian economists finds a majority saying the country will face adverse measures from Western powers, including refusal of new loans and grants, pressure for currency devaluation and less chance of foreign direct investment (FDI).

February 02, 2024 05:04 UTC

Weld County residents living ag lifestyle learn their properties were zoned residential decades ago Dozens of home and land owners in eastern unincorporated Greeley are facing possible fines after learning the way they’ve lived on their properties for years may be in violation of zoning codes.

February 02, 2024 02:12 UTC





Denver Health and DPS to bring mobile health clinics to 4 schools Denver Health has launched a new Mobile Health Clinic in partnership with Denver Public Schools to provide access to healthcare services to DPS families, including newly arriving migrants.

February 02, 2024 00:41 UTC

St George brought Ethiopia Premier League leaders, Ethiopia Nigd Bank down to earth with a thumping 3-0 win. St George on a mission to show who was Boss despite the season long dominant display of the Bankers. CBE came out stronger in the second half, but St George defended stoutly. Frimpong Mensah, St George's Ghanaian import increased their advantage in the 83rd minute to pile misery on Ethiopia Nigd with a 2-0 lead. St George moves to 24 points, but remain third but now three points behind Mekelakeya in second on 27 points but Ethiopia Nigd still lead with 29 points

February 02, 2024 00:01 UTC

Ethiopian Parliament Building (file)borkenaEthiopia’s House of People’s Representative ( the parliament) is meeting this Friday to extend the state of emergency imposed in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Wazema Radio cited members of parliament, whose names are unspecified, to report that the first agenda of the special meeting is to extend the state of emergency in the Amhara region. The state of emergency was followed by an official full-fledged military campaign in the region involving mechanized contingents, infantry, and the Air Force. When the Ethiopian Parliament was moving to impose the state of emergency about six months ago, Gedu Andargachew, former president of the Amhara region, Foreign Affairs Minister, and Security advisor to the Prime Minister expressed his opposition to the parliament. He said the situation in the Amhara region could only be resolved by political dialogue and that the military situation will aggravate the situation.

February 01, 2024 21:42 UTC

For the eatery’s many regulars, the sight of Lewis’ familiar face is as comforting as the food itself. (Richmond magazine)Spotlight: Brittanny AndersonA triple threat on the Richmond dining scene, Brittanny Anderson operates the Alpine-inspired Brenner Pass in Scott’s Addition, adjacent good-time bar Black Lodge, and Union Hill German establishment Metzger Bar & Butchery. (Richmond magazine)Restaurant extravaganza Vegan 72 may have wrapped up last weekend, but these five plant-based favorites are mainstays on local menus. (Richmond BizSense)Hailing from the Lone Star State, Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille will roll out its first Virginia location at Short Pump Town Center on Feb. 5. The local restaurant community is mourning the loss of friend and cohort Evan Duke, who died last week.

February 01, 2024 20:22 UTC

Nearly 8 million people have fled Sudan to neighboring countries since the war broke out in April 2023. Addressing journalists on Wednesday in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, Grandi said the refugee crisis in Ethiopia and Sudan has been sidelined and poorly funded by international aid organizations, especially after the Ukraine and Gaza crisis. "The international community cannot turn its back on the humanitarian response and dire situations in Sudan and Ethiopia that are highly affected by conflicts and internal displacements," Grandi said. Ethiopia is one of six neighboring countries that continue to receive people fleeing Sudan. In 2024, the overall requirements for UNHCR's response in Ethiopia totals some 426 million U.S. dollars, said the UN agency.

February 01, 2024 20:21 UTC

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February 01, 2024 20:16 UTC

Toga appreciated the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’s continued support for the commission since its inception, including technical assistance in its human resource development efforts, program structuring and formulation, as well as material assistance in the form of office equipment and vehicles. Doe, in turn, reaffirmed support for the implementation of the ex-combatants’ rehabilitation program, which is part of the Pretoria Peace Agreement signed between the Ethiopian Government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front on November 2, 2022, to end the conflict. It also pledged to mobilize more resources to support the Commission’s efforts. On November 13, 2022, Ethiopia’s Council of Ministers debated and approved a draft regulation to establish the National Rehabilitation Commission with the objective of disarming organized groups and subsequent incorporating them into peaceful life in a legal, safe and sustainable manner, according to official sources. jg/arm/mem/nm

February 01, 2024 17:17 UTC

Free Recovery Community helping people suffering during fentanyl crisis Ryan Canaday has used his own addiction recovery journey, which start back when he quit drinking in 2013, to propel others to feel confident in sharing their own stories.

February 01, 2024 16:52 UTC

Weather AlertPatchy dense fog will reduce visibilities to less than 1 mile in spots. If you encounter dense fog, slow down, use low beam headlights and allow for extra distance between your vehicle and those around you.

February 01, 2024 15:21 UTC

The Horn of Africa – the continent’s easternmost extension – has been battered by conflict, war, drought and hunger, pushing millions to the brink. Ethiopia, which covers over half of the region’s entire area, has signed a controversial deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland, prompting security and other concerns across the Horn of Africa. Under the deal, Somaliland is to lease part of its coastland around the port of Berbera on the Gulf of Aden to its landlocked neighbour — for 50 years — for military and commercial purposes. Sign up Also receive offers from The Africa Report Also receive offers from The Africa Report's partnersThis has cast a cloud of uncertainty over an already embattled region. Somalia accused Ethiopia of ‘aggression’ and described the deal with Somaliland as an ‘impediment to peace and stability’.

February 01, 2024 14:25 UTC