NYC: A Fundraiser for the Film Woven at Studio Twenty-One
Tadias Magazine Events News Published: Friday, May 20, 2011 New York (TADIAS) – Woven LLC is hosting a fundraiser in…
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P2P Conference Explores the Role of Ethiopian Diaspora in Empowering Women
People to People will hold its second annual conference this weekend in Arlington,Virginia.
Folk Art Series: Ethiopian Gospel in Harlem
Above: Harlem’s Dwyer Cultural Center presents Ethiopian church music on Thursday, May 19th, New York at 4:00pm. Tadias Magazine Events…
Ottawa Marathon shaping into a Kenya-Ethiopia race
The Ottawa Marathon is expected to be a battleground for Kenyan and Ethiopian elite athletes.
Haile Gebrselassie bows to will of his people for one last hurrah
Ethiopian legend remembers back to a strange few days in New York last November and his dream for 2012.
Ethiopian Art at Elizabeth Street Fine Arts Gallery in New York
Ancient talismanic art of Ethiopia, ranging in price from $4,000 to $16,000, is on display in New York.
D.C. attorney general investigating gas station owner
DC to probe owner of Capitol Petroleum for wrongdoing related to the city’s soaring gasoline prices.
NYC Concert Featuring Ethiopian, Sudanese, and North African Music
Debo band returns to NYC at a special concert featuring Ethiopian, Sudanese, and North African music.
The 2011 Sheba Film Festival to Open on May 15th in New York
Above: Episodes in the Life & Times of Emperor Haile Selassie is one of the films that will be screened…
Best Feet Forward: A New Generation of Ethiopian Fashion Entrepeneurs
A new generation of Ethiopian fashion entrepeneurs is changing perceptions as well as creating jobs.
Ethiopia Festival Showcases Diaspora Music Collective
The roster of artists taking part in the concert include Grammy nominated singer Wayna and jazz vocalist Meklit Hadero.
Heineken to Buy Ethiopian Breweries
The Dutch brewer said Thursday it has been named preferred bidder for the Bedele and Harar brands.
Ethiopian ‘Sesame Street’ teaches life-saving lessons
Tsehai is the star of a ground-breaking TV show that’s been changing childhood education in Ethiopia.
President Obama Names Dr. Gebisa Ejeta to Administration Post
Obama names Gebisa Ejeta to the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development.
Hisab: The Hustle and Bustle of Addis Ababa in Short Animation
A stop action animation mixes urban folklore & humor at the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa.
Renting a read from ‘newspaper landlords’
Newspaper landlords in Ethiopia rent out papers to people too poor to buy them, 30 minutes at a time.
Ethiopian Diaspora Divided at GTP Town Halls (Video)
Ethiopians across the country appeared divided as the events were met by protests in most venues.
The 8th Annual Sheba Film Festival
Now in its eigth year, the Sheba Film Festival is set to begin on May 15th in New York.
Ethiopian Runners Shine on Both Coasts
Ethiopian runners demonstrated swagger aplenty at major road races across the U.S. last weekend.
Sean John on Spur Tree And His Affinity for Ethiopia
Sean John: the success of his business, the story behind his logo and his affinity for Ethiopia.
Obama Makes Appearance at Red Rooster Harlem
President Barack Obama made an appearance at Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster Harlem.
Stars of Ethiopia Take Center Stage at NYU’s Kimmel Center – Video
New York Times Photographer Chester Higgins gives Tadias a tour of his photo exhibition .
Sign of Spring: Ethiopian Runners Renew Domination of U.S. Road Races
Spring signals the continuation of Ethiopian domination of foot-race competitions in the U.S.
Amharic for High School Students – Summer 2011 at UCLA
The Center for World Languages at the University of California, Los Angeles is offering Heritage and Foreign Language classes this summer 2011.
GHCG Announces 4th Medical Mission to Ethiopia
The Ethiopian American NGO Gemini Health Care Group’s upcoming mission to Ethiopia.
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu Named Young Global Leader (New Photos)
The founder of SoleRebels has been selected as one of the Forum’s Young Global Leaders in 2011.
Liya Kebede: A Woman Apart
In the upcoming film Desert Flower, Liya Kebede tells a tale of triumph the world won’t soon forget.
Meeting The Team Tesfa Girls in Ethiopia
A few years ago I learned about Girls Gotta Run Foundation, an organization that focuses on training girls to become runners.
The E/O to Pay Tribute to Nerses Nalbandian
The Either/Orchestra gears up for tribute celebrating the work of Nerses Nalbandian.
The Battle of Adwa 115 Years Later
Ethiopia’s historic victory at the Battle of Adwa took place one hundred and fifteen years ago.
Gadhafi’s Mercenaries And The Plight of African Refugees
Most of the hired guns are Africans and their presence has created a backlash against African refugees.
Events Highlights: February-March 2011
Tadias TV: Highlight of various programs that took place last month and upcoming events in March.
80-Year-Old Grandma Escorted To Wrong Flight
Above: Nefissa Yesuf was heading from Atlanta to Dulles, but she landed in North Carolina. Delta gave her the wrong…
Truth Aids Benefit at The Box in New York – February 24th
According to the organizers, proceeds from the benefit will be used to support TruthAIDS’ efforts in raising awareness about HIV and domestic violence in Ethiopia.
Diaspora Stories: Abeshas in Berlin
Shusta, shoes and accessories store located in central Berlin. After quitting his corporate job, Tedros Tewelde in partnership with his friend Fidel Tesfai opened up his dream store.
DC9 Reaches Out to the Ethiopian Community
The owners of DC9 are reaching out to their neighbors, in hopes of healing the wounds.
Meet Arkan Haile: A Candidate for DC City Council Seat
We were recently contacted by the campaign of Arkan Haile, a candidate for D.C. City Council seat.
A Conversation With Samuel Gebru, Founder of the Ethiopian American Youth Initiative
19-year-old Samuel Gebru has ambitious plans to transform Ethiopia one project at a time.
Gebremeskel Loses Shoe But Wins 3000 Meters in Upset
Ethiopian Dejen Gebremeskel outkicked favoured British runner Mo Farah despite wearing just one shoe to win the men’s 3,000 meters at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix Saturday.
What Do Ronald Reagan and Haile Selassie Have in Common?
In remembrance of President Ronald Reagan’s 100th birthday, TIME Magazine lists 25 political icons that may share a similar legacy in international affairs.
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Chester Higgins Jr Photography Exhibit at NYU Kimmel Center
Chester Higgins Jr. will be exhibiting a series of 13 Ethiopian portraits at NYU’s Kimmel Center.
How to Bypass Internet Shutdown
Authorities may have turned off internet in Egypt, but Egyptians are circumventing the ban.
Fashion And Charity Go Together For Former Supermodel
In the 1990s Anna Getaneh was a supermodel. A trip to a refugee camp in 1995 changed her life.
Rebecca Emiru: Send Me to Kenya!
Above: Rebecca Emiru explains why you should vote for her so she takes part in an entrepreneurship program in Kenya.…
Alfa Demmelash: Transforming Lives and Communities Through Entrepreneurship
After graduating from Harvard University, Alfa Demmelash launched Rising Tide Capital.
Interview With E/O Bandleader Russ Gershon
We recently interviewed Russ Gershon, the bandleader for Either/Orchestra which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.
Ethiopian community gathers to celebrate Timket
Los Angeles’ Timket celebration is the largest in the United States. It takes place each year outside the Forum in Inglewood.
Family Wants Answers in Ethiopia Shooting
A college student died under mysterious circumstances while visiting his grandmother in Ethiopia.
Independent Filmmaker Beyenne Jagama Killed in Store Robbery in Atlanta
Police have released sketches of two men they want to talk to in connection to the shooting death.
Aster Aweke Live at SOB’s in New York – February 4th
Aster Aweke will perform at The Sounds of Brazil (SOB’s) in New York City on Friday, February 4th, 2011.
In the Woods: Liya Kebede Stars Alongside Yoko Ono
Liya’s latest oeuvre (In the Woods) is an arty online video directed by Jennifer Elster.
Africa-USA Trade & Investment Conference
Africa-USA Business Executive Conference will take place in Las Vegas from Feb 14-16th, 2011.
Outstanding Women in Science: Interview with Professor Sossina Haile
Sossina M. Haile is Professor of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering at Caltech, who created a new type of fuel cell. We asked Dr. Sossina Haile a few questions:
Either/Orchestra to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in NYC, Feb. 11
Either/Orchestra, the jazz band that popularized Ethiopian music in the United States will celebrate its 25th anniversary at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City on February 11.
My Life as a Travel Junkie: Ghana to Bolivia
I am a resident of the beautiful city of Montreal, Canada, but I consider myself a citizen of the world. I have been on the road for as long as I can remember.
Ethiopians Celebrate Christmas (Melkam Genna animation video)
Today is Christmas for followers of the Orthodox and Coptic Christian traditions.
Spotlight On Fashion Designer Amsale Aberra
Amsale Aberra is the subject of this week’s African Voices on CNN International.
Ethiopians In L.A. Hold Fundraiser For Former Olympic Boxer Seifu Makonnen
L.A.’s Ethiopians hold a fundraiser to aid the ill former Olympic boxer Seifu Makonnen.
ESAI to Hold 2011 Summit in Philadelphia
Ethiopian Students Association International (ESAI) will hold its 11th annual summit at the University of Pennsylvania, from March 18th to March 19th, 2011. (Photo: At the 10th Summit in Toronto)
Idea of Little Ethiopia in Toronto gets a boost
Three of the 12 elected board members on Danforth Mosaic BIA are Ethiopian.
Scientist at Work: A Fossil Hunt in Ethiopia
A paleobotanist writes from Ethiopia where she is studying ancient plant and animal life.
Reducing Childbirth Injuries In Ethiopia
MSNBC correspondent Jenna Bush Hager shines light on maternal health in Ethiopia.
Aster Aweke To Perform Live At New Year’s Day Concert in D.C.
Aster Aweke will treat her fans to samples of her popular classics as well as new songs from her recently released album entitled Checheho.
Ali Mohammed’s Family Requests Autopsy Report
The family of Ali Ahmed Mohammed has requested for a copy of the autopsy report.
Washington Post’s American Mosaic Features Mekbib Gebertsadik
The online video interview highlights Ethiopian artist Mekbib Gebertsadik.
Kwanzaa & Genna: People To People Holiday Celebration
Tadias Magazine Events News Posted: Sunday, December 26, 2010 Washington, D.C. – The African Heritage Dancers/Drummers and Little Ethiopia DC…
Ethiopian Christ icon found 500 years on
A 15th century Ethiopian icon of the infant Christ child and his mother has been discovered.
10 Arts and Culture Stories of 2010
Here is our review of the top-ten Ethiopian Diaspora popular culture stories of 2010.
Death in DC9 Case Ruled a Homicide
The death Ali Mohammed outside the DC9 nightclub has been ruled a homicide.
Family Pays Tribute to 12-Year-Old Matthias Berhanu, Killed on School Field Trip in Texas
Hundreds paid tribute at a memorial service Sunday for the young boy.
Ethiopian, Israeli, New Yorker: Preserving The Jewish Heritage
Meet the founders of two Ethiopian-Jewish organizations in New York.
Passing of Ethiopian Soccer Legend Mengistu Worku
Mengistu Worku, 70, recognised as Ethiopia’s best soccer players of all time has died.
Tadias TV: Early Sneak Peek of Samuelsson’s Red Rooster Harlem
Chef Marcus Samuelsson gives Tadias a brief tour of Red Rooster Harlem.
Top 10 Most Viewed Stories of 2010
Here’s a look at the ten most-read stories of the year ranked by Google Analytics.
CNN’s African Voices Features Daniel Yohannes
Daniel Yohannes is CEO of the multi-billion dollar U.S. aid program Millennium Challenge Corporation.
Meet Young Entrepreneur Eskat Asfaw: College Shuttle
When Eskat Asfaw joined the Entrepreneurship Club in Frostburg State University’s business department as a student, he had no idea a great business venture would soon be born.
Photos: 2010 Artists for Charity Fundraiser
Images from the 2010 event which took place on Saturday in Washington, D.C.
Addis Foto Fest: International Photography Festival
Addis Foto Fest showcases a diverse array of photographers and artists using various mediums..
Skoto Gallery exhibits Tesfaye Tessema December 9th – January 22nd
Skoto Gallery presents Symphony in Colors, an exhibition of recent paintings by Tesfaye Tessema.
4th Annual Artists for Charity Holiday Benefit
AFC’s annual holiday benefit and art auction, featuring the work of emerging and established artists, will take place on Saturday, December 4th at the WVSA Gallery in Washington, D.C.
DC9 Gets the Green Light to Reopen
Washington, D.C.’s liquor board has voted to reinstate the liquor license for DC9.
Conversation with Dr. Patricia E. Ortman About ‘Girls Gotta Run’
Early last month we attended a fundraiser for the Girls Gotta Run Foundation (GGRF) in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Watch video coverage of the event.
NYC Screening of “Left Unsaid” Featuring Tigist Selam
The public showing of the film took place at the Dash Gallery in New York last month.
Spotlight on Dawit Kebede: Winner of the 2010 Press Freedom Award
Dawit Kebede of Awramba Times was honored at the CPJ’s 20th Press Freedom Awards.
Video: The Making Of Johnnie Walker’s ‘Walk With Giants – Haile Gebrselassie’
Above: Giant Films has released behind the scenes clips of its lastest commercial directed by Ian Gabriel for Johnnie Walker’s…
Journalists Honored With Press Freedom Awards
CPJ held its 20th Annual International Press Freedom Awards benefit dinner yesterday, recognizing journalists hailing from four countries: Ethiopia, Russia, Venezuela, and Iran.
Denver college donates books to the University of Axum (Video)
Above: Denver college students sent 450 boxes of books to Axum, one of Denver’s 10 international sister cities. (KUSA) Lori…
Exclusive Look On-Board Ethiopian Airlines’ First Boeing 777-200LR
Boeing delivered its 900th 777 airliner. The buyer is Ethiopian Airlines. Watch the video inside.
Desta Author Getty Ambau Receives Moonbeam Book Award
Getty Ambau has won Moonbeam book Award for his first novel, Desta and King Solomon’s Coin of Magic and Fortune.
The New York Times Stands Behind Its Haile Gebrselassie Story
NYT tells LetsRun.com: “The New York Times stands by its story. Jeré reported what he was told. We reported the story correctly.”
Liquor board rejects DC9 reopening
DC9 lost a bid Wednesday to reopen after ABRD unanimously voted to keep it closed.
Tadias TV Explores Washington’s Ethiopian Neighborhood
Watch Tadias TV’s brief tour of D.C.’s ‘Little Ethiopia’ led by resident Andrew Laurence.
Victory Dinner for NYC Marathon Winner Gebre Gebremariam – Photos
Gebre Gebremariam, last Sunday’s surprise winner of the New York City Marathon, was treated to a victory dinner on Monday night at Queen of Sheba restaurant in Manhattan.
Gebre Gebremariam wins first ING New York City Marathon, injury forces Haile Gebrselassie to retire
Ethiopian ruling a remarkable race that included a stunning retirement and the largest field in the annals of sport.
Obama Appeals for ‘Common Ground’ After Restive Voters Divide Power in Congress
Above: John A. Boehner, the House Republican leader, in an emotional moment during a victory gathering for GOP’s Nat. Congressional…
Cheer on Marathon Runners at Columbus Circle
Haile Gebrselassie and Derartu Tulu are widely expected to lead the charge in their respective categories at Sunday’s New York City Marathon.
Be the First to Dine at Red Rooster Harlem
Red Rooster, Marcus Samuelsson’s new restaurant in Harlem, will open later this month.
Ethiopia Fossil Find Could Shed Light on Climate Change
Scientists in Ethiopia have unearthed 22-million-year-old fossils, fauna and flora, completing a chain of data that could shed light on the phenomenon of climate change.
The Revolution of Relevance (By Mehret Mandefro and Peter Levin)
Above: Mehret Mandefro is a White House Fellow, and Peter Levin is Senior Advisor in the U.S. Depart of Veterans…
CNN Goes Inside Washington’s ‘Little Ethiopia’
CNN’s Marketplace Africa takes a look at Washington D.C.’s ‘Little Ethiopia.’