Ethiopian Community Association Calls for Participation in NYC African Parade
The African Day Parade & Festival will be held in Harlem, NY on October 19, 2014.
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Marcus Samuelsson’s Latest Project: New Book Called ‘Marcus Off Duty’
The book is a collection of recipes – many of them inspired by his travels across America, NYT caught up with Marcus in Harlem.
Ethiopia Launches Ebola Testing Lab to Combat Epidemic
Sudan Tribune By Tesfa-Alem Tekle ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health on Sunday disclosed establishing a modern laboratory centre…
Ethiopia’s Top Ten Religious Highlights
Travel Pulse Ethiopia is emerging from the shadowy sidelines of the world community and joining the global travel industry, bringing…
New US Ebola Case Raises Fears
VOA News By Michael Bowman October 13, 2014 U.S. health officials are scrambling to respond to a new Ebola case…
Dublin Airport Announces Direct Flights to LA and Addis Ababa
Independent.ie By Pól Ó Conghaile Dublin Airport’s route network for 2015 is rapidly expanding. The airport’s latest coup comes in…
Lelisa Desisa and Mamitu Daska of Ethiopia Win Boston Half-Marathon
Mamitu Daska and Lelisa Desisa of Ethiopia have won the 2014 Boston Athletic Association Half Marathon.
Chicago Marathon Results: Kenenisa 4th
Guardian LV By Beth Balen Sunday, October 12th, 2014 The 2014 Bank of America Chicago marathon, one of the big…
Dam Rising in Ethiopia Stirs Hope and Tension – The New York Times
The New York Times By JACEY FORTIN OCT. 11, 2014 GUBA, Ethiopia — There is a remote stretch of land…
‘Difret’ Submitted for Oscar Consideration for Best Foreign Language Film
The Ethiopian film has been submitted for the 2015 Oscar consideration under the Best Foreign Language Film category.
Blessed Coffee Wins Start Up Africa Entrepreneurship of the Year Award
Last Week Blessed Coffee benefit corporation was honored with Start up Africa’s Entrepreneurship of the Year Award.
Oregon’s First Lady Admits to Secret Past: A Green-Card Marriage to Ethiopian Teen
Hayes admitted that she violated the law when she married an an Ethiopian teen seeking to retain residency in the United States.
Reward Increased to $15,000 for Tips on Missing Ethiopian Woman in Texas
A reward has been increased for $15,000 for information on the whereabouts of a Wylie woman missing since Oct. 2.
Ethiopia Says US Embassy Intruders Must Be Charged – Associated Press
Associated Press By ELIAS MESERET Oct 10, 2014 ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Ethiopia’s government said it hopes U.S. authorities will…
Malala, Indian Activist Awarded Nobel Prize
VOA News October 10, 2014 The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded jointly to Pakistani education activist Malala Yousafzai and…
Ethiopia Nominates Dr. Catherine Hamlin for Nobel Peace Prize
The winner of the Nobel Peace Prize will be announced Friday.
Local Ethiopian Community Offers Reward for Clues on Missing Texas Woman
The cash reward will be offered to anyone offering a significant tip to police that brings Almaz Gebremedhin home.
$25 M Grant Backs University of Michigan Health Project in Ethiopia, Other Nations
University of Michigan Press Release ANN ARBOR, Mich. — With a $25 million grant from an anonymous donor, the University…
In Ethiopia Long Jail Sentences for Three Magazine Owners
Reporters Without Borders PUBLISHED ON WEDNESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2014. They fled the country before the trial and were convicted in…
Enhanced Ebola Screening to Start at Five U.S. Airports
Tadias Magazine News Update Press Release The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s…
Dallas Ebola Patient Dies at Texas Hospital
VOA News October 08, 2014 Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital says that Thomas Eric Duncan died Wednesday morning, 10 days after…
Texas Police Searching for Missing Mother of Two Almaz Gebremedhin
The 42-year-old mother of two was last seen leaving for work last Thursday, October 2nd.
DC Ethiopian Embassy Shooting Sparks Rival Protests
There is more fallout from a shooting last weeK near the Ethiopian Embassy in DC. The incident sparked rival protests Tuesday.
Diplomat Memo: Ambassador Girma Biru on DC Ethiopian Embassy Shooting
Diplomat News Network Washington (Agencies + DIPLOMAT.SO) – The Ethiopian government has pointed its finger at Eritrea and Ethiopian opposition…
Spanish Nurse Becomes First Person to Contract Ebola Outside of Africa (Video)
NBC News A nurse in Spain has become the first person to contract Ebola outside of West Africa in the…
Ethiopia’s Lelisa Desisa to Challenge Historic Men’s Field at 2014 NYC Marathon
The New York City Marathon was the largest marathon last year with 50,266 runners who participated.
Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia: A landscape Full of Unique Wildlife
The Independent UK By SUE WATT Monday 06 October 2014 Giant mole-rats were the main dish on the menu in…
Reflection: Hollywood in the Obama Era
Tadias Magazine Events News Press Release New York – Those who believe in the theory of post-race would argue that…
Obama Ally Parts With Him on War Powers
The New York Times By JONATHAN WEISMAN ORANGE, Va. — In June, after he had written a scorching opinion article…
IMF: Ethiopia Needs to Implement Structural Reforms to Sustain Growth
International Business Times By Boby Michael Despite Ethiopia’s achieving robust economic growth, while keeping inflation below 10% and improving social…
Dallas Ebola Patient In Critical Condition
The Huffington Post By Amanda L. Chan Dallas Ebola patient Thomas Eric Duncan is now in critical condition, according to…
Hidden Crisis in Eritrea: Every Month 4,000 Eritreans Flee to Escape Oppression
The New York Times By VITTORIO LONGHI In Europe’s debate about how to deal with the flow of desperate migrants…
Q & A with General Manager of Hilton Addis Ababa Haakon Gaarder-Larsen
Hilton Addis Ababa has been part of the city’s landscape and a leading member of the community for 45 years.
Ethiopian Diplomat Flees US to Dodge Prosecution, US Official Confirms
An Ethiopian diplomat in DC who opened fire last week has left the United States to avoid prosecution, a US official said.
Why Ethiopia Did Not Bid for Afcon 2017
SuperSport Ethiopia failed to bid for Afcon 2017 after the final list of six countries that beat the deadline was…
Seminar at NYU Explores the Story of Ethiopian Jews Under Fascist Rule
This seminar focuses on Taamrat Emmanuel (1888 – 1963) who, as a young man, was sent to study in Europe.
Motown Founder Salutes Ethiopia Habtemariam at Heroes & Legends Awards
Ethiopia Habtemariam was honored by the Heroes and Legends Foundation in Hollywood on Sunday, September 28th, 2014
UK Taxpayers Funding Ethiopia’s Security, Though it Holds British Man on Death Row
The Independent UK By CHRIS GREEN, SENIOR REPORTER Thursday 02 October 2014 The Government is using taxpayers’ money to train…
In Ethiopia, Paleontologists Are Pushing Back the Clock on Humanity’s Origins
Paleoanthropologist Zeresenay Alemseged looks for the roots of humanity in Ethiopia’s badlands.
U.S. Secret Service Director Resigns Over Safety Concerns for President Obama, Family
Julia Pierson, the director of the Secret Service, is resigning in the wake of several security breaches .
Republican Lawmaker ‘Outraged’ Over Threats to President Obama, His Family
Utah The Deseret News SALT LAKE CITY — Hours after a House committee grilled the Secret Service director about a…
New Walya Coach Worried About Injuries, Lack of Federation Support
Super Sport By Collins Okinyo Ethiopia coach Mariano Barreto is concerned with the number of injuries that have cropped up…
First US Case of Ebola Diagnosed in Dallas
VOA News By Greg Flakus HOUSTON — Doctors in Dallas, Texas say they have diagnosed the first case of Ebola…
U.S. Secret Service Investigating Shooting at Ethiopian Embassy in Washington, DC
A gunman opened fire during a protest on the Ethiopian Embassy grounds on Monday, according to U.S. Secret Service.
Video: Man Brandishes Gun at Ethiopian Embassy in DC
Tadias Magazine News Update September 29th, 2014 New York (TADIAS) The following video footage captured by ESAT shows the gunman…
A Gunman Opens Fire During Ethiopian Embassy Protest in Washington (Video)
A gunman opened fire during a protest on the Ethiopian Embassy grounds on Monday, according to U.S. Secret Service.
A Video-Art Exhibition in Germany by Ethiopian Curator Meskerem Assegued
The show focuses on European art history as interpreted by contemporary video artists, including Abel Tilahun.
2014 Berlin Marathon Women Results
REUTERS Results from the Berlin Marathon Women on Sunday, September 28, 2014 1. Tirfi Tsegaye Beyene (Ethiopia) 2:20:18 2. Feyse…
From Gondar to Ben-Gurion University
THE JERUSALEM POST Ethiopian medical students study at Ben-Gurion University as part of exchange program. Naomi Teshome, 23, graduated doctor…
Ethiopian American Council Endorses Mike Honda for Re-Election
Congressman Honda, from California’s 17th district, is up for re-election and is endorsed by the Ethiopian American Council.
Photo of Prince Alemayehu Among Astonishing Portraits Unseen for 120 Years
Prince Alemayehu Tewodros was orphaned at the age of seven, when his father died rather than surrender to the British troops.
Ethiopian Artist Melaku Belay’s Quest to Save Fendika
Melaku Belay and friends have launched a fundraiser on Indiegogo to save Fendika Azmari Bet as landlord decides to sell space.
Obama, PM Hailemariam Hold Meeting in New York (Video & Text of Remarks)
The Washington Times By Dave Boyer President Obama called on world leaders Thursday to help stop the spread of the…
President Obama at the United Nations: Ebola Threat to ‘Regional, Global Security’
VOA News September 25, 2014 Continuing White House efforts to combat the outbreak of Ebola in Africa, U.S. President Barack…
Lincoln Center Presents Wayna & Akua Naru – October 23rd
Grammy–nominated singer/songwriter Wayna and hip hop artist Akua Naru will perform at Lincoln Center in NYC on October 23rd, 2014.
Gash Wondimu: Excerpt From Short Story by Agazit Abate
Warscapes Magazine By Agazit Abate The resting place of the dead is respected here. Straight lines, manicured grass, clean concrete…
Five Questions for Prof. Lemma Senbet
Currently, Professor Lemma Senbet is on sabbatical from the University of Maryland, working as the head of the African Economic Research Consortium in Kenya.
Rachel Nega: Ethiopian Doctor in Israel Breaking Barriers
The Jewish Week By Hannah Dreyfus Staff Writer Wearing a white coat, name badge and stethoscope, Dr. Rachel Nega strides…
Room for Debate: Cooking for the Family is a Promise Kept – By Blaine Sergew
The New York Times By Blaine Sergew UPDATED SEPTEMBER 22, 2014 When my husband and I got married, we made…
Queen of Sheba, Bati, Massawa Among Top Ten African Restaurants In New York
Forbes Magazine By Farai Gundan “I am an African. I am an African foodie. I am an African foodie in…
Ethiopian Community of Greater Philadelphia Celebrates 30th Anniversary
The city of Philadelphia have recognized September 27th as Ethiopian Day, which will be celebrated this week with an outdoor festival.
‘Difret’ Nominated for Best Directorial Debut Award at London Film Festival
The film’s Director and Writer Zeresenay Berhane Mehari has been Nominated for the Best Directorial Debut Award at the upcoming London Film Festival.
Al-Amoudi to Invest $500 Million in Ethiopian Coffee, Oranges
Bloomberg News By William Davison Horizon Plantations Ethiopia Plc, majority-owned by Saudi billionaire Mohamed al-Amoudi, plans to almost double annual…
Ebola Update: Tons of Supplies on the Way
Humanitarian groups have sent nearly $6 million in medical supplies to West Africa to help in the fight against Ebola.
Migrants Caught in No-Man’s Land (Video)
VOA News By Lisa Bryant The deaths of hundreds of migrants in the Mediterranean this week has only recast the…
Ethiopian American Doctors Release Communiqué on Ebola Outbreak
P2P issues a communiqué on Ebola ahead of their organization’s annual conference in Washington DC this weekend.
Azarias Reda: The Republican Party’s New Chief Data Officer
Ethiopian American Azarias Reda leads an internal tech incubator for RNC in preparation for the 2016 presidential campaign.
Yegna: Meet the Spice Girls of Ethiopia
Each member of the group has a different stage persona and nickname and their aim is to reach out to Ethiopia’s youth and beyond.
Ethiopia’s Agriculture Hotline Provides Growing Opportunities for Farmers
The Guardian By William Davison Addis Ababa – Ethiopia’s farmers are flocking to a hotline that provides free agricultural advice…
Scotland Rejects Independence From Britain in a Close Vote
The New York Times By STEVEN ERLANGER and ALAN COWELL EDINBURGH — Voters in Scotland rejected independence from Britain in…
Hamlin Fistula USA Hosts 90th Birthday Celebration for Dr. Catherine Hamlin
A celebration honoring Dr. Hamlin’s 55 years of service in Ethiopia will be held in Washington, DC on September, 27th.
Gold for Genzebe Dibaba & Almaz Ayana at 2014 IAAF Continental Cup in Morocco
Tadias Magazine News Update Published: Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 New York (TADIAS) – Ethiopian athletes Genzebe Dibaba and Almaz Ayana…
CNN on King of Ethio-Jazz Mulatu Astatke
You’d expect a conversation with Mulatu Astake to be about music, but when he talks about the art form, he tends to focus on its scientific merits.
Interview with Selam Bekele: Oakland’s Home Away from Home Art Project
Selam Bekele’s experimental film, Prince of Nowhere, will screen in DC and New York this Fall.
NPR Highlights The Nile Music Project
The Nile Project is an education and development initiative that uses music to help find new ways to share an ancient resource.
2015 Africa Cup of Nations: Ethiopia Yet to Get Off the Mark
BBC Sport Nations Cup 2015 – Group B Top ranked African nation Algeria left it late to beat visitors Mali…
Colorado’s Ethiopian Community Celebrates New Year in Aurora
The Denver Post By Jesse Paul AURORA — Mulugeta Hailu moved from Ethiopia to Denver over two decades ago seeking…
In Pictures: Ethiopia’s Thriving Art Market
The entrance to Makush Art Gallery & Restaurant in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, attests to a burgeoning new art scene.
The World Yawns as Ebola Takes Hold in West Africa
The Washington Post By Richard E. Besser (Chief health editor at ABC News) In Monrovia, the blue steel gates guarding…
The DC Mayor’s Office Announces 2015 African Community Grant
The grant will fund programs that provide services & resources to the District’s African residents and business owners.
PM Hailemariam Desalegn Seeks Win-Win Relations With Egypt
World Bulletin/Turkey News Desk Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn said that Ethiopia is seeking a “win-win” relation with Egypt, saying…
Ethiopia Welcomes Year 2007
Ethiopia marked the arrival of 2007 on Thursday according to a unique calendar that reflects a blend of religious and seasonal/natural phenomena.
The Rastafarians’ Flawed African ‘Promised Land’ – BBC
BBC News By Chris Summers Forty years ago Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia was overthrown. It was a blow for…
CIA: As Many as 31,000 Islamic State (IS) Fighters in Iraq, Syria
VOA News U.S. intelligence says the Islamic State militant group has between 20,000 and 31,500 fighters on the ground in…
Silicon Valley: Here Come Ethiopia’s SoleRebels
SoleRebels first U.S. store will be located in California at San Jose’s Westfield Valley Fair Mall.
Turkey Outdoes China in Terms of Ethiopia Investment
World Bulletin Turkey News Desk Despite China’s outstanding record of development assistance to Ethiopia, the Asian giant’s investments in the…
Panel Discussion: Land Grabbing – Raising Awareness With Multimedia
Tadias Magazine Events News Published: Wednesday, September 10th, 2014 New York (TADIAS) – An upcoming panel discussion at Photoville in…
VOA Interview with Miss Africa USA Meron Wudneh (Video)
When she was crowned Miss Africa USA on August 8 the tall and striking model paid tribute to the country where she was born.
People of Our Time Who Are Changing the World
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu says the best remedy for poverty is to create world-class products.
Family, Friends Mourn Ethiopian Taxi Driver Killed in Atlanta Suburb (Video)
11 Alive Atlanta 11Alive Staff GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — A taxi driver was shot to death in a condominium complex…
Dawit Seyoum, 29, Charged With Murdering D.C. Corrections Official
By The Associated Press, ABC 7 News ALEXANDRIA, Va. – An Alexandria man was arraigned Monday on charges of killing…
Israel’s Ethiopian Immigrants Lose Connection With Folklore
Al-Monitor By Yuval Avivi One Ethiopian folktale goes as follows: “A long time ago, Abba Gabra Hanna went to visit…
Ethiopia: Measuring Women’s Rights and Roles
Insights Magazine By Sarah McMullan What inequalities do women face in Ethiopia? In rural Ethiopia, people say farming is a…
Ethiopian Immigrant to UK Reveals How She Overcame ‘Hostility’ and Stigma
Mancunian Matters By Heather McComb & April Curtin 08 Sep 2014 Jalene* is a young migrant from Ethiopia who, when…
How Ethiopia Solved Its Abortion Problem
Global Post By Heather Horn ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Zebiba, 28, sits in her purple headscarf in the small clinic…
African Union Meets in Ethiopia For Ebola Crisis Talks
AU chiefs held an emergency meeting Monday to hammer out a continent-wide strategy to deal with the Ebola epidemic.
Meet Yirgalem Hadish: Miss World Ethiopia
Yirgalem Hadish will represent Ethiopia at the 2014 Miss World pageant in London on December 14th.
Bay Area Art Installation & Festival Featuring Ethiopian and Eritrean Artists
An experimental art installation featuring Ethiopian and Eritrean artists in the Bay Area highlights “Home Away from Home.”
In Pictures: Teddy Afro at Echo Stage in DC
Teddy Afro performed at Echo Stage in Washington, DC. during Labor Day weekend.
In Pictures: Only 10 Percent of Homes in Ethiopia Have Running Water (Aljazeera)
Aljazeera The World Health Organisation/Unicef Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) estimates that 51 percent of improved water access is piped onto…