According to the former Ethiopian president, the move will lead to increased investment and be a source of trade expansionEthiopia will benefit immensely from formally joining the BRICS co-operation mechanism as the move will lead to increased investment and be a source of increased trade and economic exchanges, according to former Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome. It is the first expansion since South Africa joined the group in 2010. "Ethiopia is very grateful to be admitted as a member of BRICS. The country will be able to benefit from the corporation it will have with China, with India, with Russia, with Brazil, with South Africa. So Ethiopia will definitely benefit from this and it will also enhance the state's position in Africa and the world," he said.

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It has not felt much like December recently, but we will feel more like it late Sunday and early Monday thanks to a few flurries passing through. Even those who do get flurries, they won’t impact roads. The big story for Monday morning is gusty winds. Everyone except Freeborn and Steele County will be under a Wind Advisory from 9 PM to 6 AM, but everyone will feel gusty winds. Monday is the only day like this as highs are back in the 40s later this week.

Abu Dhabi: Brigid Kosgei loves Abu Dhabi. It was evident as the five-time major marathon champion set a new women’s record at the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon, which saw over 25,000 runners from 168 countries participate. Making her first appearance in the event, the Kenyan star Brigid Kosgei swept to victory with a stunning time of 2:19:15. This is my first time here [in Abu Dhabi] and everybody has been great. The marathon and relay race combined attracted 2,863 participants, the 10km race welcomed 5,320 individuals, with 7,575 participants taking on the 5km and 9,280 runners in the 2.5km race.

CGTN published this video item, entitled “Exclusive with former Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome” – below is their description. For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video For those who consider China their second home, even at the highest level, any visit is a sort of homecoming. For this edition of Leaders Talk, CMG’s Zou Yun sat down with former Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome on the sidelines of the 2023 Understanding China Conference in Guangzhou held in early December. He praises Chinese President Xi Jinping’s “humility and sincerity” and “people-centered” approach, acknowledging that China has always treated Ethiopia on an equal footing and rejecting the “debt trap” or “strings attached” allegations. Teshome wraps up the interview with a few parting phrases in Chinese, a testament to his enduring feelings for China and the Chinese people.

At the meeting in Addis Ababa, Demeke assured the Chinese envoy that the Ethiopian government was determined to fully implement the Pretoria peace agreement. The water project on the outskirts of the Tigray region’s capital Mekelle had stalled because of the war. “China remains committed to supporting the Ethiopia peace process and post-conflict reconstruction,” Wu posted on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. While meeting Demeke in Addis Ababa on Monday, Xue underscored the need to hold a second conference. Between 2000 and 2022, China pledged US$14.1 billion in loans to Ethiopia, according to data from Boston University’s Global Development Policy Centre.

(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: Ethiopian Airlines announced to begin direct flights between Dhaka and Addis Ababa from March 8, 2024 following an air service agreement signing between Bangladesh and Ethiopia on December 6, 2023. "Ethiopian Airlines has chosen March 8, the International Women Day, to commence direct flights on Dhaka-Addis Ababa route. Initially, the airline will operate five flights a week by Boeing 787 Dreamliner," said reports citing Shohag Hossain, Managing Director of Rhythm Group (GSA of Ethiopian Airlines in Bangladesh) on December 12, 2023. "The route will offer various connecting flights and competitive fares to Bangladeshi travellers as the airline, the biggest in Africa, connects all major cities of Europe and North America from Addis Ababa-the airline's base," informed Hossain, adding that the airline flies to 10 destinations in the US from Addis Ababa. Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh Chairman Air Vice Marshal Mafidur Rahman led a five-member Bangladeshi delegation at the event.

Riyadh Theater Festival honors works of Saudi playwright Mohammed Al-OthaimRIYADH: The Riyadh Theater Festival is commemorating the late Saudi playwright Mohammed Al-Othaim for his pioneering theatrical contributions through one of his plays and an art exhibition dedicated to his career. Riyadh Theater Festival was launched last week and is organized by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission. The festival aims to stimulate and activate the Saudi theatrical movement through a package of performances to support local theater productions. The festival aims to support Saudi talent by helping participants further their careers and create content that inspires audiences and enriches the Saudi theater scene. The festival will also present awards in 11 categories including best theatrical script, best theatrical direction, and best theatrical music.

The goals for Ethiopian Insurance coming in the 80th minute through Chukwuemeka Godson and a 90th minute strike by Yared Darza. Ethiopia Coffee along with St George are considered Ethiopian football royalty but so far this season, there are new Sheriffs in town and CBE are one of them. CBE shot into the lead in the 20th minute when former St George Striker, Addis Gidey scored for the Bankers. Barhir Dar in 3rd place with 17 points and St George with 16 points complete the top 4 with Ethiopian Insurance rising to 8th on the log. Ethiopia Coffee are uncharacteristically 12th in midtable and Hambericho prop up the rear in 15th, just one place above bottom Club, Shashemene City.

…As Nigerian Runners Also ShineThe 2023 ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon witnessed a thrilling display of athletic prowess, with Ethiopian runners claiming top honours in the half marathon men’s and women’s categories on Saturday. In the men’s half marathon, Gebresilase Abadi Haftamu of Ethiopia stormed to victory, securing a well-deserved first place and a hefty $10,000 prize. Daylop Patience led the charge for Nigeria, claiming a fantastic second place in the women’s half marathon and earning $5,000 for her efforts. Maiate Yohanna Vera and Badung Pam Deborah finished third and fourth respectively, adding another layer of Nigerian success to the event. The ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon offered generous prize money, acting as a powerful motivator for athletes across the continent.

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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Three runners suffered out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) and another had a stroke during the Taipei Marathon on Sunday morning (Dec. 17). The three male runners, ages 26, 46, and 50, who suffered from OHCA received emergency treatment and are in stable condition. Approximately 30,000 runners assembled before 6:30 a.m. in front of Taipei City Hall for the marathon on Sunday, which concluded at Taipei Municipal Stadium. This year's Taipei Marathon was the largest in history, with runners from 62 countries. The Taipei City Government Department of Sports said medical doctors were deployed to assist runners during the marathon, which enabled the four individuals to quickly receive medical assistance.

SPARK Children's Museum in Rochester hosted the Ethiopian Children's Choir Saturday afternoon. (ABC 6 News) – SPARK Children’s Museum in Rochester hosted the Ethiopian Children’s Choir Saturday afternoon. The children in the choir are excited to share their culture with others and educate them on how they celebrate the holidays. “Being able to educate people, being out there and seeing the world like this, like ‘oh I get to help people know about this,’ and just teaching others,” said Ethiopian Children’s Choir member Arsiema Feliche. This time of year, Ethiopian’s celebrate Gena, a Christmas-like holiday which honors the birth of Jesus Christ with fasting and connecting with community.

(Abed Rahim Khatib/Flash90)The escaped hostages were shirtless, waving makeshift white flags, and one yelled “help” in Hebrew. By Vered Weiss, World Israel NewsWhen three escaped hostages approached IDF soldiers in Gaza City’s Shejaiya neighborhood Friday, they were shirtless and waving makeshift white flags, but the soldiers thought they were a Hamas trap, according to the IDF. Believing they were Hamas terrorists in disguise, the soldier yelled “terrorists” and shot two of the men while the third fled back to the building. The IDF stated that both the soldier who killed the two terrorist and the one who shot the third were acting against protocol. The IDF has issued new protocols given the possibility of hostages escaping captivity, especially since the IDF has managed to destabilize Hamas control in the region.

(From L-R) Hostages Yotam Haim, Samar Talalka and Alon Lulu Shamriz, who were killed mistakenly by IDF troops in Gaza on (Photo: Facebook)‘This is an unbearable tragedy and all of Israel is grieving their loss,’ said Netanyahu. By JNSThe Israel Defense Forces mistakenly identified three Israeli hostages as threats and killed them amid combat in the Gaza City neighborhood of Shuja’iyya, the Israeli military stated on Friday. “Together with the entire people of Israel, I bow my head in deep sorrow and mourn the death of three of our hostages,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. “This is an unbearable tragedy and all of Israel is grieving their loss this evening. “The IDF emphasizes that this is an active combat zone in which ongoing fighting over the last few days has occurred.