The Latest | Israel’s planned invasion of Rafah risks killing hundreds of thousands, UN says
The United Nations humanitarian aid agency says hundreds of thousands of people would be “at imminent risk of death” if Israel carries out a military assault in the southern Gaza city of Rafah. The border city is a critical entry point for humanitarian aid and is filled with displaced Palestinians, many in densely packed tent camps. The war began Oct. 7 when Hamas attacked southern Israel, abducting about 250 people and killing around 1,200, mostly civilians. The meeting comes as Israel and Hamas were negotiating a potential cease-fire in Gaza and the return of Israeli hostages. “We know humanitarian aid is dire and the innocent people of Gaza, the Palestinian citizens obviously need that care.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 23:18 UTC
European Union | Latest immigration updates
The Title is: European Union | Latest immigration updatesthe main_category->name is: Immigration Newsthe countries tags are: Array ( )the country_id is:the countries_tags[0]->term_id is:the country_image_id is:the image_url is: https://www.bal.com/wp-content/uploads/BALCountryOverview_European-Union-1.webpThe adopted revision to the 2011 single-permit directive has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, and the EU Council has temporarily suspended certain elements of EU law that regulate visa issuance to Ethiopian nationals. Key Points:The single-permit directive enters into force on May 21, 2024, and EU member states have until May 21, 2026, to implement the terms of the directive domestically. Member states will maintain the ability to decide which and how many third-country workers to admit to their labor market. For Ethiopian nationals, the standard visa-processing period has been changed to 45 calendar days instead of 15. The commission cited the organization of both voluntary and non-voluntary return operations as a determining factor in altering Ethiopia’s visa privileges within the European Union.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 22:42 UTC
Fugitive wanted in Maryland on sexual assault charges captured at border-crossing
A Maryland man with an active felony warrant for sexual assault was arrested Thursday at the Peace Bridge border-crossing, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Port of Buffalo. Bereket Mengesha, 46, an Ethiopian citizen who is a lawful resident of the U.S., was turned over to the Buffalo Police Department and is currently being held by the Erie County Sheriff’s Office, awaiting extradition. Mengesha was entering the U.S. from Canada on a commercial bus returning to his residence in Maryland, according to officers. An inspection of Mengesha revealed the active warrant for strongarm rape of a minor with the Montgomery County Police Department, a first-degree felony in Maryland. Officers said they also discovered an additional charge for sexual abuse of a minor, also a felony.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 22:36 UTC
Eritrean culture on full display at new downtown restaurant
Hidmona Lounge at 99 Wyndham St. offers Eritrean, Ethiopian and Sudanese cuisineSharing food with friends and family is part of Eritrean culture and a new restaurant in Downtown Guelph wants to create that feeling here. Co-owners Kudus Hailemichael and Matiwos Gaim came to Canada in 2017 with a dream to open an Eritrean restaurant to bring a taste of their county to Guelph. It took them seven years but now they have their very own restaurant, Hidmona Lounge, in Guelph on 99 Wyndham St. It’s not just an Eritrean restaurant. Apart from the restaurant, Hidmona has a shisha lounge.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 11:01 UTC
More than a dozen diplomatic missions in Ethiopia call for release of journalists 'unjustly detained for doing their jobs'
More than a dozen diplomatic missions in Ethiopia call for release of journalists ‘unjustly detained for doing their jobs’Addis Abeba – On World Press Freedom Day being observed today, a group of Western diplomatic missions including EU member states and the US that are based in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia called for advocacy for the release of Ethiopian journalists “unjustly detained for doing their jobs.”The call was made in a joint statement released today in connection with World Press Freedom Day, observed every year on 03 May. But, “in Ethiopia, there are instances of journalists intimidated and unjustly detained for doing their job. We mark this day to shine a light on the issue and advocate for their release,” the statement called. “Devastated by inter-ethnic conflict and civil war, most of the recent gains in press freedom have been reversed. Ethiopia’s global index in freedom of the press showed improvement between 2018 and 2020 but continued to show alarming deterioration following the onset of the November 2020 war in Tigray.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 10:58 UTC
Broadway star returns to her South Florida roots and pays it forward
Broadway star returns to her South Florida roots and pays it forward A South Florida native is living the dream as she takes on the lead role in the national tour of "My Fair Lady." Now, her tour is taking it back to where it all started for: New World School of the Arts.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 10:27 UTC
Ethiopia: Disinformation, Fake News - the Need for Media Regulation
These media outlets have been consistent in their lopsided position in spite of Ethiopia's positive development. An overwhelming majority of social media content, specifically over 85%, is centered on political topics. Anteneh highlighted the issue of ineffective regulation regarding social media platforms and how this lack of accountability has exacerbated the problem. The absence of strict measures that hold violators accountable for their actions allows individuals to act with impunity on social media. Besides, the authority is utilizing various platforms including its social media page and mass media and other outlets to enhance the public's awareness of media lies.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 08:01 UTC
Ethiopians Support Free Media Holding Govt Accountable
A slim majority (51%) of respondents assess their country's media as "somewhat free" or "completely free," while 44% consider the media "not very" or "not at all" free. Media freedom and independence were dealt a further blow in 2021 when Ethiopia's House of Peoples' Representatives appointed politicians to the board of the Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA). Until April 2018, more than 200 media outlets had been banned. These media outlets are now in operation, albeit under erratic conditions. The pre-reform period of media in Ethiopia was marked by disrespect for media laws, which limited journalists' freedom of expression (Tufa & Dejene, 2023).
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 06:33 UTC
Ethiopia’s Downfall in the Era of Prosperity Gospel Theocratic and Ethinocratic Rule
Ethiopian ChronicleEthiopia in Peril: Oromo Prosperity Gospel Extremist Theocratic Government’s Ongoing MenaceVideo : embedded from Ethiopian Chronicle YouTube channelCover photo : screenshot from the videoJoin our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookAdd your Business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business Directory JobsEthiopian News VideoJoin the conversation. Follow us on X (formerly Twitter ) @zborkena to get the latest Ethiopian News updates regularly. Ethiopia Subscribe to YouTube channel To share information or for submission, send an e-mail to info@borkena.com
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 03:32 UTC
Akobo says production start-up date in Ethiopia uncertain
Production startup is, however, still uncertain, but has been delayed to July or August. The unforeseen nationwide diesel shortages and customs changes for duty-free imports significantly impacted on the company’s operations in recent months. The arrival of critical mining equipment after a prolonged customs delay will enable full ramp-up of mining activities at site. As production increases and positive cash flow is achieved, Akobo says it will refocus on exploration to maximise project value. Seasoned local management consultant Wondwossen Zeleke, with experience in the Ethiopian mining and oil industry, has joined the team.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 02:25 UTC
UAE expects more wet weather, Sheikh Tahnoon dies at 82 – Trending
Trending Middle East brings you the latest social media and search trends from the Middle East and around the world. On today’s episode, people in the UAE woke up on Thursday to strong winds, thunder and lightning, with more wet weather expected through the day. Flags will be flown at half-mast in the UAE as the country mourns Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, who died on Wednesday, aged 82. Campuses across the US are on edge after pro-Palestine protests at the University of California, Los Angeles turned violent and there were hundreds of arrests at Columbia University in New York.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 03, 2024 00:17 UTC
Kubik Reportedly Becomes First Ethiopian Company To Earn A Multi-Million-Dollar Investment In Climate And Sustainability Solutions
Ethiopian sustainable tech startup Kubik has scored a first for the country. According to a press release sent to AFROTECH™, it has raised $5.2 million in a seed round. Investors include East African venture capital firm African Renaissance Partners, Endgame Capital, and King Philanthropies. It will now further its work in using plastic waste to make affordable buildings and removing waste from the environment. Additionally, it seeks to improve its technology that will help to track waste and gather metrics on environmental impact.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 02, 2024 23:43 UTC
I’m a Jewish linguist, and unlike some in Congress, I think ‘Ashkenormativity’ is a perfectly fine word
I have never met Jessica Fein. I have never met her beautiful and resilient daughter, Dalia. If I was asked that conversationally famous question of who I’d want to have dinner with that I have never met, it would be tough to decide between Jessica and Dalia. I do know it would be one of the…
Source:Ethiopian News
May 02, 2024 22:10 UTC
Miami Police officers hailed as heroes after rescuing Miami Beach officer shot on duty
Miami Police officers hailed as heroes after rescuing Miami Beach officer shot on duty A group of Miami Police officers are being hailed as heroes on Thursday after they raced to help their brother in blue who was shot while trying to restrain a suspect. CBS News Miami's Steve Maugeri was there as those officers were honored for potentially saving another's life.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 02, 2024 21:45 UTC