Clinton’s Remarks at AU Headquarters in Ethiopia (Video & Photos)
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton issued a warning to African leaders: reform or face unrest.
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Ethiopian Stars in Canada: Three Wins, One in a Sweep, and a Runner-Up
Ethiopian women accomplished a 1-2-3 sweep in the Ottawa Marathon on Sunday, May 29.
Memorial Day Note: Tribute to African American contribution during the Italo-Ethiopian War
Honoring those who went beyond the call of duty to help Ethiopia.
NYC Concert Featuring Ethiopian, Sudanese, and North African Music
Debo band returns today for a special concert featuring Ethiopian, Sudanese, and North African music.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Heineken to Buy Ethiopian Breweries
The Dutch brewer said Thursday it has been named preferred bidder for the Bedele and Harar brands.
President Obama Names Dr. Gebisa Ejeta to Administration Post
Obama names Gebisa Ejeta to the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
How to Bypass Internet Shutdown
Authorities may have turned off internet in Egypt, but Egyptians are circumventing the ban.
Ethiopians Celebrate Christmas (Melkam Genna animation video)
Today is Christmas for followers of the Orthodox and Coptic Christian traditions.
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.
Idea of Little Ethiopia in Toronto gets a boost
Three of the 12 elected board members on Danforth Mosaic BIA are Ethiopian.
Ali Mohammed’s Family Requests Autopsy Report
The family of Ali Ahmed Mohammed has requested for a copy of the autopsy report.
Death in DC9 Case Ruled a Homicide
The death Ali Mohammed outside the DC9 nightclub has been ruled a homicide.
Passing of Ethiopian Soccer Legend Mengistu Worku
Mengistu Worku, 70, recognised as Ethiopia’s best soccer players of all time has died.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ethiopian Community Mourns Death of Young Man, Demands Justice
Ethiopian and D.C. community came together to remember the life of Ali Mohammed.
Ethiopian Community to Hold Vigil For Beating Death Victim
Friends and family of the young man who was beaten to death last week hold vigil.
Missing Ethiopian Limo Driver Found Alive
The Ethiopian limo driver near Atlanta who had been missing since last week has been found alive.
In Ethiopia, a System Built to Go the Distance
Haile Gebrselassie, the world-record holder, competes in the New York City Marathon on Nov. 7.
Birtukan Mideksa Released From Prison
Ethiopia released the country’s most prominent opposition leader from jail on Wednesday.
Abi Mariam: Young Humanitarian of the Year
Abi Miriam has been named Young Humanitarian of the Year by St. Mary Hospital Foundation.
World Food Prize Laureate Dr. Gebisa Ejeta Named Science Envoy
The Ethiopian-born scientist is one of three Americans who are selected to represent the U.S.
Update: Ethiopian PM takes to the podium
Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi spoke at Columbia, but faced tough questions.
Atlanta to Host The 2011 Ethiopian Soccer Tournament
The Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA) has announced that Atlanta will be hosting the organization’s soccer tournament for 2011.
Defar makes stellar half-marathon debut
Former world 5000m record-holder Meseret Defar sets a US all-comers’ record of 67:44 in Philadelphia.
Forbes’ Interview With Liya Kebede About The WIE Symposium
Forbes.com interviews WIE Symposium panelist Liya Kebede about new women leaders.
On the Nile, Egypt cuts water use as Ethiopia dams for power
There is a battle over the historic river as upstream nations reject old, unfair pacts.
Little Ethiopia Grows Up: One of D.C.’s biggest immigrant communities steps off the political sidelines
Dil Belay once supported Adrian Fenty, but now he’s all in for Vince Gray.
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu to speak at the Clinton Global Initiative Meeting
Clinton has invited the Sole Rebels founder as a panelist at the upcoming event.
How Abraham Zegeye Built A School In His Native Country
The owner of Abe’s Six Pack Shop in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, heads to Ethiopia to visit his new school.
Death of Ethiopian runner Berhanu a suicide
Above: Ethiopian distance runner Dejene Berhanu, 29, was reported dead last Sunday by his management firm. (RRW) Race Results Weekly…
Ethiopia Devalues Its Currency by 17 Percent
Above: Ethiopia’s Central Bank announced Wednesday that the birr has been devalued from roughly 13 birr to the dollar to…
Senator Feingold Introduces Tougher Human Rights Legislation on Ethiopia
Feingold has introduced a bill entitled “Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Ethiopia.”
Ethiopia’s capital city: Make it prettier and cheaper
Architects want to make Addis Ababa much nicer – one of the higher densities of slum dwellers in the world.
Russian Explorer Claims Unusual Access to the Ark of the Covenant in Ethiopia
The Voice of Russia is reporting that celebrity explorer and ordained Orthodox deacon Fyodor Konyukhov has been given the unusual access to view the Ark of the Covenant in Ethiopia.
New Youth Library in Ethiopia Makes Impossible Dream Reality
CNN hero Yohannes Gebregeorgis inaugurates another facility in Ethiopia where children can read books: The Segenat Children and Youth Library in Mekele.
Miss Mexico takes Miss Universe crown
Beauty queens from Albania to Zambia flew to Las Vegas to compete in the 2010 Miss Universe pageant. The winner turned out to have one of the shortest commutes.
USDFA Sends $300000 Worth of Med-Equipment to Ethiopia
The cargo is intended to furnish a new hospital under construction in the Oromo region of Ethiopia.
Debo Band Gears Up for U.S Tour With Fendika
Debo band’s upcoming U.S. tour highlights Fendika, a traditional Azmari group from Ethiopia.
Voting Begins For 2010 Top Ethiopian Websites of The Year
The 2010 listing will include Alexa’s global ranking as well as voters choices of the most popular internet resources.
Washington Post Highlights Henok Tesfaye
U Street Parking has been awarded parking contracts worth millions to oversee Dulles & National airports.
Made in Ethiopia: Sole Rebels Wins Eco-Bold Green Award
Sole Rebels, has been named winner of Eco-Bold’s Green Award under the “Best Shoes” category.
`Lucy’ species used stone tools, study says
In a 2009 photo, project leader Dr. Zeresenay Alemseged excavates a freshly found 3.4 million years old Rhino fossil carved up using stone tools.
Dispute Leaves Miss Ethiopia Without Prize
Miss Ethiopia 2010 was to receive a brand new Lifan 320, but the sponsor says there was no such deal.
Seattle: Ethiopians seek help to open a community center
Ethiopians in Seattle are trying to start a new community center for activities and cultural events.
Dibaba wins 10,000 race at African championships
Double Olympic champion Tirunesh Dibaba of Ethiopia beat world champion Linet Masai of Kenya in the women’s 10,000 meters at the African Athletics Championships on Saturday.
New York Times Highlights Abyssinian Fund
NYT highlights the Abyssinian Fund, a project by Harlem’s legendary Abyssinian Baptist Church.
Addis Voice Relaunches Its Newest Website
Addis Voice has unveiled its newest online design featuring a significant relaunch of its website.
Obama to Host White House Forum with Young African Leaders
President Obama is set to play host to a large contingent of young African leaders next month.
A World Cup Education Legacy for Africa?
With the successful conclusion of Africa’s first World Cup, it remains to be seen what the broader legacy of the event will be for sub-Saharan Africa.
Either/Orchestra: A Secret Concert with Teshome Mitiku, a Great Ethiopian Voice
The Either/Orchestra has an upcoming show at the prestigious Chicago Jazz Festival on September 4th featuring Teshome Mitiku.
Teddy Afro to Rock NYC This Weekend
Teddy Afro’s upcoming show promises to be the city’s biggest Ethiopian music event in two years.
Bomb blasts devastate Kampala night life
The police said that the latest suspects included people from Uganda, Somalia and Ethiopia.
Photo Journal: San Jose Ethiopian Soccer Tournament 2010
Thousands of Ethiopian-Americans and their families gathered in San Jose last week.
Africa ‘witnessing birth of a new ocean’
The 60km crack that opened in Ethiopia five years ago will eventually become an ocean, scientists say.
New Fossil From Ethiopia Predates Lucy
Here comes another anthropological discovery from Ethiopia: the oldest known fossil of human ancestor.
Ethiopia’s Supreme Court Rejects Election Appeal
Ethiopia’s biggest opposition coalition has filed petition in the country’s High Court.
Video: Thousands pay respects to victims of last Saturday’s fatal fire in Seattle
One by one, the lives lost to last weekend’s fire in Fremont were celebrated on screen.
Ghana vs Serbia: Black Stars win 1-0
Ghana wins over Serbia 1-0, and Slovenia beats Algeria 1-0 in the continuation of the FIFA World Cup 2010.
Liya Kebede: Star of Africa
She was one of the world’s biggest fashion models and the first black face of Estée Lauder and now she has set her sights on sustainable fashion.
Marcus is the new Top Chef Master
Marcus Samuelsson has been crowned winner Top Chef Masters, a reality competition show on Bravo.
Update: Ethiopia Election Board Rejects Call for New Poll
Ethiopia’s elections body has rejected opposition calls for a re-run of last month’s parliamentary poll.
Obama Appoints Mimi Alemayehou to Key Administration Post
Mimi Alemayehou has been nominated to a key administration post by President Barack Obama.
Dr. Mulu Muleta Receives 2010 Global ATHENA Leadership Award
At the 16th Summit in Chicago, Dr. Mulu Muleta was given the 2010 Global Leadership Award.
Stolen Treasure Returned to Ethiopia
A century-old prayer book stolen from Ethiopia has been returned by an American collector.
Ethiopian Opposition Coalition Calls for New Vote
Reactions to last week’s Ethiopia poll results continue to reverberate in the U.S. media.
Ardi: Oldest Fossil of Human Ancestor?
There is new development regrading Ardi. “Another scientist has stepped forward to challenge the fossil’s classification as a member of the human lineage,” The New York Times reports.
Election Update: Two More Parties Reject Ethiopia Polls
Ethiopia’s opposition bloc has rejected early results from last Sunday’s national elections.
US Expresses Concerns Over Ethiopia Election Results
The Obama administration has spoken out against violations in last weekend’s Ethiopia poll.
News Summary: Ethiopian election stirs outrage at ruling party
Ethiopia’s newly re-elected prime minister sharply rebuffed U.S. and European Union criticisms.
Obama Urged to Speak Out On Ethiopia
As Ethiopia prepares for National Elections on Sunday, May 23rd, VOA reports that Ethiopian-Americans in the United States are split, some urging President Obama to speak out.
Violent Arrest Caught on Tape at Texas Ethiopian Orthodox Church Sparks Investigation
Sophia Zerihun has filed a complaint against the Garland Police Department in Texas for being roughed up at church.
Gebre Gebremariam Sets Record in Central Park
Gebre Gebremariam of Ethiopia set a course record in the Healthy Kidney 10K race in Central Park.
Israel Honors Ethiopian Jews
Above: Israel held a state memorial service earlier this week for the thousands of Ethiopian Jews who perished making the…
$12 Cup Ethiopian Coffee Raising Eyebrows
Café Grumpy, a local coffee shop chain here in New York, is raising eyebrows with its new menu item – an expensive cup of joe from Ethiopia.
Tsegaye Kebede Wins London Marathon
Tsegaye Kebede has won the 2010 London Marathon in a time of two hours, five minutes and 18 seconds.
Hospital Shooting Update: Abdo Ibssa’s neighbors describe nice, but troubled man
Neighbors near the business operated by Abdo Ibssa said he was a nice man who experienced mental health problems.
Boston Marathon: Teyba Erkesso Wins Woman’s Race
Teyba Erkesso of Ethiopia has captured the grand prize at the 2010 Boston Marathon in two hours, 26 minutes and 11 seconds.
Simon Bahta On America’s Most Wanted
Police in Virginia have turned to America’s Most Wanted in an effort to locate Simon Bahta Asfeha.
Ethiopians Dominate Paris Marathon (Video)
Ethiopians underlined their dominance of distance running when Tadesse Tola and Atsede Bayisa won the men’s and women’s races at the Paris Marathon.
British oil worker shot in Ethiopia named as Jason Read (BBC)
Gunmen in Ethiopia have killed a British geologist working for state-run Malaysian energy firm Petronas and two guards.
Ethiopian Airlines getting ready to join Star Alliance?
Ethiopian Airlines is seemingly getting ready to finish discussions and negotiations with Star Alliance later this year.
Obama Limits When U.S. Would Use Nuclear Arms
President Obama said Monday that he was revamping American nuclear strategy and conditions for using such weapons.