'Indal': The show on Ethiopian Israelis aiming to be the next 'The Wire'
There haven’t been many films about Israelis of Ethiopian descent and even fewer television series, so the new Hot series Indal, which focuses on a group of Ethiopian young people in Ashdod, breaks new ground. The hero is Indal (Yaniv Almench), who articulates his credo early in the first episode, saying, “All our lives, our parents were nice. The series was created by Indal Kebede and Ori Weisbrod, and directed by Asaf Korman (Next to Her), and was inspired by Kebede’s own experiences. Kebede has spoken about the challenge of casting mostly non-professional actors in Indal, because there simply were not enough Ethiopian actors of the appropriate age. Although it’s not surprising in a series on this topic, Indal is very violent, from the opening scene on, and viewers should be forewarned.
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June 24, 2024 16:38 UTC
Taste of Diversity celebrates international foods in Buffalo
It's also on the menu at the Taste of Diversity, an annual West Side food festival that celebrates the various cultures and cuisines of Buffalo residents. Pinoy Boy is one of around a dozen food vendors participating in the Taste of Diversity. “You can really have anything from Thai food to pastelillos to whatever else. There’s plenty of things going around to try.”Like other "taste of" festivals, attendees purchase $1 tickets, which they use to buy small "taste" portions or larger meals from the food vendors. Buffalo Myanmar Water FestivalThis festival, celebrating the Myanmar New Year, will share Grant Street with the Taste of Diversity.
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June 24, 2024 15:05 UTC
Ethiopia and China for greater trade and investment cooperation
Leaders of hundreds of Chinese and Ethiopian companies participated in the event held last Friday and organized by the Beijing Sub-Council of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and the Beijing International Chamber of Commerce. Ethiopia’s Minister of State for Finance for Economic Cooperation Semereta Sewasew stated that bilateral relations are based on the principles of mutual benefit, respect and trust, which greatly contributes to Ethiopia’s rapid economic growth. “Over the past two decades, Chinese companies have successfully implemented more than 70 large and medium-sized projects, including two railway projects, power substations and transmission lines and telecommunications modernization,” she stressed. Sewasew recalled that Ethiopian-Chinese economic cooperation began in 1971, and mentioned the development of national mega projects with the support of China, including highways, airport terminals, and various manufacturing industries. “In the first five months of this year, Chinese companies invested more than 200 million dollars in about 100 projects in Ethiopia, creating more than 18 thousand local jobs,” he concluded.
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June 24, 2024 14:34 UTC
Trademark protection in Ethiopia: A practical guide
While not mandatory, performing a preliminary search before registering a trademark in Ethiopia is highly recommended. Validity and non-useA trademark in Ethiopia is valid for consecutive periods of seven years from the date of application. Applicants need only submit a power of attorney legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate to file a renewal. Recordal of Change of Name: Requires a power of attorney and certificate of change of name, both legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate with verified English translations. Recordal of Change of Address: Requires a power of attorney and certificate of change of address, both legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate with verified English translations.
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June 24, 2024 14:15 UTC
Some things about Israel I can never understand
Every so often, several “small things” about Israel pile up and drive me crazy. Compare them to: “Operation Protective Edge,” “Operation Pillar of Defense,” and “Operation Cast Lead” (and now “Operation Swords of Iron”). Right now, Israel does not need to appeal to American Republicans and independent conservatives. Does Israel not have five English-speaking Ethiopian Jewish women, each with at least half a brain, in the whole country? These are three of many things I never will understand about Israel.
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June 24, 2024 13:28 UTC
Fereweyni won Szewińska Memorial in Bydgoszcz
Ethiopian Fereweyni Hailu, Leonardo Fabbri, Natalia Kaczmarek, and Andreas Kramer provided the standout performances of the Szewinska Memorial in Bydgoszcz, as meeting records took a tumble at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meeting. The 2022 Sweden 1500m champion stayed close to the pacemaker through the early laps, then maintained the tempo on the final lap. The first nine athletes finished inside the previous meeting record of 4:03.86, five of them setting PBs. The world silver medalist from Italy opened with 21.54m, which would have ultimately been sufficient to win, but then improved to 21.92m and 22.03m. After a foul in round four, he unleashed his best throw of the day, 22.38m, in round five before ending his series with 22.28m.
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June 24, 2024 13:23 UTC
World’s best airline for 2024 named by Skytrax
Singapore also won for Best First Class service and Best Airline in Asia. ANA, meanwhile, picked up the accolade for World’s Best Airport Services, as well as Best Airline Staff Service in Asia. Saudia was named World’s Most Improved Airline, beating Taiwan’s Starlux and Iceland’s Play into second and third places. Singapore’s Scoot was named the World’s Best Long Haul-Low Cost Airline. Delta Air Lines was declared the Best Airline in North America, also picking up the award for Best Airline Staff Service for the region.
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June 24, 2024 12:53 UTC
US prosecutors push for criminal charges against Boeing over 737 Max crash settlement breach – Reports
After US prosecutors reportedly told the Department of Justice (DoJ), alleging that Boeing had broken a settlement linked to two deadly crases of the 737 Max aircraft, the US aerospace firm may now face criminal charges. According to media sources, the DoJ's officials have until July 7 to determine whether to press criminal charges against Boeing based on the recommendation of the case's prosecutors. "Boeing's employees chose the path of profit over candour," the DoJ stated at the time of the settlement. Watch | Whistleblowers highlight Boeing safety lapses × The deal was supposed to expire in January, which would have given Boeing one less thing to worry about. A source stated that Boeing may be charged with more offences in addition to the initial 2021 fraud conspiracy indictment.
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June 24, 2024 12:20 UTC
Yomif prevails over Berihu in Ethiopian Olympic 10,000m trials
Yomif Kejelcha took a thrilling narrow win at the Ethiopian 10,000m Olympic trials held in Nerja, Spain. The 26-year-old smashed his lifetime best by 18 seconds to clock a world-leading 26:31.01 after an incredibly tight sprint with Berihu Aregawi, who also improved his career best to 26:31.13. The third spot on Ethiopia’s team for Paris went to Olympic champion Selemon Barega, who was timed at 26:34.93. On a mild (21C), windless night and in a race with good pacemaking, Aregawi, Kejelcha, Barega, and Mehari went through the halfway mark in 13:17. Shortly after reaching the bell, Barega began to fade, and the event became a two-way showdown between Aregawi and Kejelcha.
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June 24, 2024 12:11 UTC
Sweeping banking sector reforms pave way for foreign investment
The existing proclamation, which was issued sixteen years ago, has been significantly altered by the new law. The draft proclamation that will amend the proclamation no 592/2008, issued in 2008 and amended in 2019, will allow banks to form subsidiaries. It states that the NBE may allow for the establishment of a specialized bank or conversion from/to a specialized bank. The highly anticipated proclamation includes provisions for foreign players to establish partially or fully owned foreign bank subsidiaries, open foreign bank branches, establish representative offices, or acquire shares of a bank. It also states that foreign nationals, other than foreign banks and foreign-owned Ethiopian organizations, may acquire shares in banks.
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June 24, 2024 12:11 UTC
Ethiopia leads East Africa in Foreign Direct Investment
Addis Abeba, Ethiopia’s capital, is emerging as a major hub for foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in East Africa (Photo: Social Media)Addis Abeba – Ethiopia emerged as the leader in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in East Africa last year, according to the World Investment Report published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) last week. The report reveals that Ethiopia secured $3.3 billion in FDI in 2023, surpassing regional competitors such as Kenya and Uganda. AMEA Power announced plans to develop a 300 MW onshore wind power project in Ethiopia. The UN agency also indicated that Ethiopia’s allowance of foreign investment in digital payment systems contributed to the FDI inflow in 2023. Last year, the House of Peoples’ Representatives endorsed a proclamation opening doors for foreign investment in the financial sector.
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June 24, 2024 12:11 UTC
Somalia: Somaliland, Ethiopia Move to Formalize Maritime Deal
Somalia: Somaliland, Ethiopia Move to Formalize Maritime Deal - sourcesMOGADISHU, Somalia — Sources close to the negotiations have confirmed that the MoU between Somaliland and Ethiopia is on the brink of being formalized into an official document. The MoU, initially signed on January 1 in Addis Ababa by Somaliland President Muse Bihi and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, represents a significant step towards Ethiopia gaining access to the sea. According to the terms of the MoU, Somaliland has agreed to lease 20 kilometers of its coastline to Ethiopia for 50 years. The government of Somalia has expressed its opposition to the maritime agreement and remains uncertain about its next course of action. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has previously emphasized that Ethiopia is determined to secure its access to the sea, either through strategic negotiations or by force if necessary.
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June 24, 2024 11:45 UTC
Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) Daily Trade Data – 20 June 2024
For all other commodities, price is in (Birr/Quintals), 1 Quintal = 100Kg. To get more commodity trade information, you may call ECX on short number 929 or text to them on short number 934.
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June 24, 2024 11:28 UTC
US prosecutors want Boeing to face criminal charges
Criminal charges recommended against BoeingUS prosecutors have recommended that the Department of Justice (DoJ) brings criminal charges against Boeing. Boeing declined to comment when contacted by the BBC but previously it has denied violating the deferred prosecution agreement. We’re seeing problems with these planes and I’m talking about 737 Max, 787 and it is reflective of the leadership." The plane crashes - both involving Boeing's 737 Max aircraft - occurred within six months of each other. Last week, relatives of the victims urged prosecutors to seek a fine against Boeing of $25bn (£14.6bn) and to pursue a criminal prosecution.
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June 24, 2024 11:22 UTC
Sustainable energy generation at Munich Airport
Munich Airport uses FlowGen’s container with photovoltaic panels and wind rotors to sustainably charge rental electric vehicles, generating 200 kWh daily. An innovative system for sustainable energy generation is currently in use at Munich Airport: a container with photovoltaic panels and wind rotors from FlowGen, a company specializing in green energy system solutions. In cooperation with Munich Airport, the mobile energy container is being used to charge electric vehicles. The energy container is located in a parking lot used by car rental companies on the east side of the airport. The levels of performance achieved have allowed us to create a new segment on the wind energy market.
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June 24, 2024 11:08 UTC