Ethiopia Nigd Bank lead the Ethiopia Premier League by one point and a superior goal difference despite being held to a 1-1 draw by defending champions St George on Sunday. St George scored first via a 21st-minute own goal by Ethiopia Nigd defender Ephrem Tamerat. The draw takes Ethiopia Nigd Bank to 58 points, one more than Mekelakeya, who are second with 57 points with two games to go. St George face their eternal rivals in the Addis Ababa derby next week, with pride to play for especially with Ethiopia Coffee placed higher than St George. Ethiopia Coffee occupy third spot with 50 points, while St George are fifth with 44 points.

Over 200 participants who were believed to have the ability to influence “change” in the Amhara region of Ethiopia were selected. The killings of civilians in the Amhara region of Ethiopia was among the topics raised by the participants. They told the generals that the defense force often resorted to the killings of civilians in vengeance in the Amhara region whenever Fano forces attacked them. Do you follow [the story] it?” was one the questions posed to the deputy Defense Chief of Staff and Deputy Federal Police Commission. Arbitrary arrest of ethnic Amhara, harassment and house search without a court ( in the capital Addis Ababa) were also raised as questions during the meeting.

Dear England, July 20The Courtyard Playhouse in Al Quoz, Dubai, is hosting more National Theatre Live shows over the summer. Evening and daytime performances; tickets from Dh185; etihadarena.aeAida, September 13 to 15Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece Aida will be performed at the Dubai Opera stage later this year. Photo: Dubai OperaThe classic opera Aida by Giuseppe Verdi is coming to Dubai Opera. The story is told through stunning visuals, puppetry and stagecraft, bringing animals and the story of Pi to life. Evening and daytime performances; tickets from Dh200; etihadarena.ae

Ethiopia Deploys additional Troops into Neighboring SomaliaNAIROBI, Kenya - Multiple sources have confirmed sighting Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) soldiers moving into Somalia territory, a move which has triggered fear along the border of the two countries that are major security partners. Residents of Matabaan claimed Ethiopian soldiers had moved further into the territory of Somalia but their immediate mission could not be established. A local official was quoted as saying that Ethiopian troops have “turned back” after meeting with local officials and elders. On Monday last week, large numbers of Ethiopian soldiers also arrived in the vicinity of Doolow town, Somalia. On an official Facebook page, Ethiopian troops confirmed that they held a meeting with elders.

In a four-month operation, some trees were moved to Al-Bayda Al-Bari Park as part of the Kingdom’s efforts toward environmental sustainability and vegetation development. (Supplied)In a four-month operation, the center moved some trees to Al-Bayda Al-Bari Park as part of the Kingdom’s aims regarding environmental sustainability and vegetation development. Specialists from the center use modern methods to relocate the trees, minimizing damage and ensuring survival. The relocation of these trees not only expands green spaces, but also expedites the lengthy process of growth and restoration. The center’s efforts will lead to the preservation of a wide variety of trees across the Kingdom, promoting environmental sustainability and conservation.

South Florida 6 p.m. Weather Forecast 6/22/2024 CBS News Miami's NEXT Weather Meteorologist Dave Warren says a few rain showers lingering around will bring warm and muggy conditions to South Florida on Saturday evening and into Sunday.

By Committee To Protect JournalistsPhotos: CPJ\YouTube ScreenshotsThreats, repression, conflict, and unrest: across the world, these and other factors are pushing journalists into exile in record numbers. In a striking development, exiled or soon-to-be exiled journalists now make up more than half of the people CPJ assists. Many transit countries also have poor press freedom records. In a new CPJ special report, Emergencies Director Lucy Westcott explains why so many journalists remain insecure in exile. More in the report:-Feature: The exodus of Ecuador’s press-Feature: Exiled Ethiopian journalists struggle–CPJ’s recommendations on emergency visas–CPJ emergency assistance information

A few weeks ago, the Council of Ministers introduced the first set of laws aimed at regulating the uncharted and untried frontier of carbon trading in Ethiopia. The ‘Forest Development, Protection and Utilization’ regulation allows private investors, as well as local communities, to engage in developing and safeguarding forests, and benefit from carbon sale revenues. Kebede Yimam, director-general of the Ethiopian Forest Development (EFD), has high hopes for the initiative. The Bale forest in eastern Ethiopia is another example of a major protected forest area generating forex from carbon sales. At COP27, African countries launched the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative to produce 300 million carbon credits annually.

The UAE has signed two agreements to address the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, amounting to the first $10 million of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' allotted $70 million fund. The second, agreed with the United Nations Office for the Co-ordination of Humanitarian Affairs to support the Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SHF), will bolster aid supplies given to families and communities caught up in the civil war. The FAO fund will be directed to a project called Mitigating Famine in Sudan – Support to Conflict-Affected Vulnerable Smallholder Farming and Pastoralist Households. The SHF contribution, meanwhile, will assist with access to funds to address humanitarian needs and emergencies including aid supplies and medical equipment. Both agreements were signed by Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister for International Development Affairs, at the UAE Mission to the UN in New York on Friday.

(Photo: Social Media)Addis Abeba – At least 15 people have died in the Wagihimra Zone of Ethiopia’s Amhara region due to a measles outbreak exacerbated by ongoing drought conditions. The measles outbreak, which first appeared in the drought-stricken Sahala district of Wagihimra Zone in October 2023, is now spreading to other districts, severely affecting children and elderly individuals. A November 2023 report by Addis Standard quoted Mihret Melaku, the head of the Wagihimra Zone Food Security and Disaster Prevention Office, describing the situation as critical. He also disclosed that six people had died of hunger and over 10,000 domestic animals had perished in Sahala district alone. A recent report highlights the continued adverse impact of the drought on Wagihimra residents.

Sabine River Near Beckville affecting Gregg, Harrison, Panola and Rusk Counties. Sabine River Near Mineola affecting Smith and Wood Counties. * WHERE...Sabine River near Beckville. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 PM CDT Saturday was 27.6 feet. - Flood stage is 26.0 feet.

Man arrested after SWAT standoff A large police presence, including a SWAT team, descended on a Fort Lauderdale home early Friday as part of an investigation involving the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Olivier Rousteing, French fashion designer, is responsible for the fame of the Balmain brand. Where was Olivier Rousteing born? Olivier Rousteing with his brothers. How did Olivier Rousteing start his professional career? Olivier Rousreing’s Career After graduating in 2003, Olivier started as a designer for Roberto Cavalli.

Climate change is constantly rewriting records when it comes to the world's hottest places, and temperatures upwards of 50ºC are no longer a rarity. From Kebili in Tunisia to Kuwait's Mitribah, here are the 14 hottest places on the planet. Where are the hottest places on Earth? Dallol, EthiopiaThis town in northern Ethiopia has some of the world's highest average readings for an inhabited place. And at Wadi Halfa, a trade outpost along the Nile River, the hottest temperature ever registered was 53ºC.

It's been a tough road for Boeing. Since then, many safety lapses have been recorded. But if Boeing is convicted of criminal fraud, then it would lose all government & military contracts. Meanwhile, Boeing's safety mishaps have hit the 'stratosphere.' Boeing's ambitious space project, the Starliner, is suffering from major safety lapses, leading to an indefinite delay back to Earth.