DOJ says Boeing violated deal that avoided prosecution after 737 MAX crashes
Boeing has violated a settlement that allowed the company to avoid criminal prosecution after two deadly crashes involving its 737 MAX aircraft, the Justice Department told a federal judge on Tuesday. It is now up to the Justice Department to decide whether to file charges against the aircraft maker amid increasing scrutiny over the safety of its planes. Prosecutors will tell the court no later than July 7 how they plan to proceed, the Justice Department said. Boeing reached a $2.5 billion settlement with the Justice Department in January 2021 to avoid prosecution on a single charge of fraud – misleading regulators who approved the 737 MAX. “The Government is determining how it will proceed in this matter,” the Justice Department said in the court filing.
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May 15, 2024 00:12 UTC
Boeing’s jets turn 70: A timeline of highs, lows and turbulence
Ultimately, this success laid the groundwork for Boeing’s 707 plane, which was launched in 1957. Boeing’s 737 model was launched in 1967 and would become the most commercially successful aeroplane in aviation history. Here is a timeline of some of Boeing’s highs and lows over the past century. Launch of the 737 airlinerOne of Boeing’s most significant contributions to commercial aviation was the 737 series of jetliners, launched in 1967. We go when we’re ready.”Is Boeing’s safety record being investigated?
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May 15, 2024 00:11 UTC
Boeing faces charges for violating settlement post 737 Max crashes
articleBoeing has violated a settlement that allowed the company to avoid criminal prosecution after two deadly crashes involving its 737 Max aircraft, according to the Justice Department. The Justice Department will now have to decide whether to file charges against the aircraft maker. "The Government is determining how it will proceed in this matter," the Justice Department said in the court filing. Investigations into the 2018 and 2019 crashes pointed to a flight-control system that Boeing added to the Max without telling pilots or airlines. The Justice Department investigated Boeing and settled the case in January 2021.
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May 15, 2024 00:06 UTC
Ivory Coast: Summit coordinates road maintenance investment and strategy
Collective action on investment is needed to raise the quality of the African road network. This was one of the recommendations at the official opening ceremony of the 21st General Assembly of the Association of African Road Maintenance Funds (AFERA) that took place Monday in Abidjan the Ivorian capital. The event with the theme “Towards sustainable financing of road funds for better maintenance of the African road network”, was presided over by the Ivorian Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. ''It's to have a positioning that allows all African countries to have at least one road maintenance fund that meets the standards. With an investment of over 5 million dollars for a linear road network of 82,000 km, Ivory Coast was described as one of the African countries with a vast road network.
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May 14, 2024 20:48 UTC
Ethiopian Women Face Huge Levels of Targeted Cyber-bullying
A research led by the Center for Information Resilience has discovered that most Ethiopian women face targeted abuse and hate speech on Facebook, Telegram, and X. According to the report, the impact of the cyber-bullying is so strong that many of these women will rather stay away from all forms of public life, both online and offline, than risk experiencing it. The study discovered over 2,000 hateful words in English and three Ethiopian languages – Amharic, Tigrigna, Afan Oromo, used against women. Felicity Mulford, an editor and researcher at CIR, believes the study’s finding can be used by human’s rights advocates as well as women rights advocates in their advocacy. SOURCE: VOA NEWSShare
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May 14, 2024 20:15 UTC
Kuwait and Ethiopia finalizing deal to recruit domestic workers
Al-Shammari highlighted the importance of diversifying recruitment markets beyond Ethiopia, stressing the need for a balanced approach to meet domestic labor demands. Furthermore, Al-Shammari revealed developments in negotiations with the Philippines regarding the return of Filipino domestic workers to Kuwait. He noted the significance of Filipino workers in the local market, citing their communication skills, educational background, and familiarity with Kuwaiti customs and traditions. As discussions progress, authorities are urged to expedite the signing of the memorandum with Ethiopia and ensure comprehensive protection of domestic workers’ rights. With these developments underway, Kuwait anticipates bolstering its domestic labor force while upholding rights and regulations to sustain a fair and efficient recruitment process.
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May 14, 2024 17:10 UTC
China hands over control of Ethiopia-Djibouti railway
The ceremony took place at the Lebu Railway Station near Addis Ababa. Credit: Ethiopian News Agency via FacebookOperation of the Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Djibouti, Djibouti railway has been handed over to a local company after being run by the two Chinese companies that built the project since it launched in 2018. The planned handover saw the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) and China Railway Engineering Corporation (China Railway) pass management of the 752km line to Ethiopia-Djibouti Railway Share Company (EDR) after years of training its staff. Abdi Zenebe, CEO of EDR, said: “Six years ago, we embarked on a journey that would connect our two great nations, Ethiopia and Djibouti. Since it began operations, the railway has welcomed around 680,000 people and run 7,700 freight trains carrying 9.5m tonnes of cargo.
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May 14, 2024 12:47 UTC
This refugee from Ethiopia fought red tape to be a neurosurgeon. Health Canada’s decision came at the 11th hour
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May 14, 2024 12:01 UTC
A gloomy season for Ethiopia's 'green gold' at the khat market
Men carrying large green bundles on their shoulders jostle against each other as they walk down the narrow aisles packed with tin-roofed shacks selling khat and other products. Between 2019 and 2022, khat represented around 10 percent of national exports, according to figures from Ethiopia's Central Bank. The Harar region and the neighbouring areas of East Hararghe and West Hararghe are now home to half of Ethiopia's khat farms, spread across some 281,000 hectares (over 690,000 acres). Youssouf Mume has long since cut down his mango trees and replaced his peanut, sorghum, corn and coffee plants with khat. "In a good year, we can make 150,000 birr (around $2,600)," selling some 200 kilos of khat, she says -- a significant sum in Ethiopia.
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May 14, 2024 10:06 UTC
SES’s Ethiosat delivers content to 95% of TV homes in Ethiopia
Currently, 136 channels are being broadcast to 17m TV households, indicating a 70% increase in reach compared to 2022. SES has announced that its Ethiosat platform, situated at the 57 degrees East orbital position, now caters to a staggering 17m TV households in Ethiopia. This marks a significant surge of 7m households compared to 2022, with a remarkable reach penetration soaring to 95%. The Ethiopian TV market has witnessed a continuous expansion, with the number of TV households skyrocketing by 400% since 2017, currently totalling 18.2m homes receiving TV content. “We are immensely proud to be part of the growth of the Ethiopian TV market through the Ethiosat platform.
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May 14, 2024 10:00 UTC
Why an Ethiopian community buried lightning survivors
Burying someone after they survive a lightning strike is said to restore their health (Abas Muktar)Twelve people in eastern Ethiopia who survived a lightning strike were buried up to their necks for around two hours in accordance with local customs. The lightning struck a sheep at the door while we were inside a house. They dug up the ground and buried our bodies below our necks," Mr Nesro said. Lightning is seen as an act of God - when it occurs, people celebrate so as not to offend the Almighty. "What science advises is to take [survivors] to the nearest health facilities,” he said.
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May 14, 2024 07:39 UTC
Ethiopia: Ethio-Djibouti Railway Marks New Era with Handover Ceremony
In Addis Ababa, the Ethio-Djibouti Railway transitioned to joint management by Ethiopia and Djibouti. For the past six years, the Chinese Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) co-managed the line as part of China's Belt and Road Initiative. This 750-kilometer electrified railway, Africa's first, began operations in 2018, linking Addis Ababa to Djibouti's port. Ethio-Djibouti Railway's Executive Director Abdi Zanbadi envisioned future networks connecting the region, fostering cultural exchange. CRCC's Executive Director General Peng Danyang commended the project's success, noting increased transport volume and successful staff training initiatives.
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May 14, 2024 06:52 UTC
Jets graze each other midair during performance at Fort Lauderdale Air Show
Jets graze each other midair during performance at Fort Lauderdale Air Show Video captured the dramatic moments when the wings of two Ghost Squadron jets touched. The show had to be momentarily paused during a declared emergency.
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May 14, 2024 05:43 UTC
The Vines Resort & Spa announce villa expansion
The Vines Resort & Spa introduces The Vines Residences, where travelers and wine lovers alike can enjoy a piece of paradise in Argentina’s wine country. Through this expansion, The Vines Resort & Spa will offer 55 new exclusive rental properties, each with unique floor plans that embodies meticulous design and refined elegance, designed for both rejuvenating getaways, turn-key management, and rental revenue. The Vines Resort & Spa also plans to introduce six new restaurants and dining concepts, a new spa, entertainment offerings, and fully equipped meeting spaces over the course of the next two years. The resort boasts spacious private villas, a luxurious spa, world-class, five-star service, and breathtaking views at every turn. As a guest of The Vines Resort & Spa, you can also enjoy days exploring the rugged countryside by horseback, saluting 300 days of sunshine in a yoga class, taking a fly-fishing excursion on the Rio Mendoza, stargazing from your private deck and more.
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May 14, 2024 05:17 UTC