Ethiopian Government Minister Reacts to U.S. Senators’ Criticism
A senior Ethiopian official says his government has a responsibility to maintain law and order and would not be swayed by outside criticism.
Day: January 19, 2009
‘New era’ for Obama’s Kenyan home
Kogelo, the hometown of the father of US President-elect Barack Obama, is normally a sleepy village of 5,000, but has become a riot of colour and sound.
Obama Is Sworn In as the 44th President (VIDEO)
Barack Obama took the oath of office on Tuesday at the National Mall in Washington before what may be the largest inaugural crowd ever.
African immigrants (mostly Ethiopians) help shape Portland’s small black community
Recent census estimates show Portland’s African-born population increased nearly 90 percent from 2000 to 2007.
Washington: It’s Party Town U.S.A.
Washington is gearing up for one heck of a party for Barack Obama. The District has been transformed by an influx of gala-goers and celebs.
Haile Gebrselassie’s story set to run and run
Above: Haile Gebrselassie from Ethiopia celebrates as he wins the Dubai Marathon in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Friday, Jan. 16,…
Inaugural Bash: Words and Photos to Get You in Festive mood
Tomorrow at noon, Barack Obama will become the first African American to hold the highest office in the land, when he is sworn in as the 44th President of the United States.
NMSU names Ethiopian American as new College of Health and Human Services dean
New Mexico State University has chosen Tilahun Adera as a new dean for the College of Health and Social Services, a spokes-man confirmed Wednesday.
Ethiopian Deriba Merga sets course record, wins Houston Marathon
The loneliness of long-distance running got to Deriba Merga Sunday morning in his determined bid to make a bigger name for both himself and the Houston Chevron Marathon.
NDN Half Marathon: Ethiopians take over domination from Russians in women’s race
Above: Runners, including Patricia Heithaus, left, struggle to cross the finish line during the Naples Daily News Half Marathon on…
Ethiopia’s Less Known Runners Rake-In Millions
Addis Fortune When Bezunesh Bekele won the 2009 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon on January 9, 2009, chances are the average…