Oakland: Five new restaurants bring bagels, vegan tacos, waterfront oysters and more
Here are five just-opened Oakland restaurants that caught our eye in the past month in the neighborhoods of Jack London Square, Montclair, Temescal and beyond. Left Bank Brasserie: Chef Roland Passot’s fourth Paris-inspired bistro is at Jack London Square, in a sprawling 7,500-square-feet, indoor-outdoor waterfront space. Located in the former Holy Land, Rico Rico Vegano’s all-vegan menu of tacos, burritos, quesadillas features fried cauliflower, sauteed cactus, soy chorizo, mushrooms, marinated hibiscus and so much more. Details: Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily at 677 Rand Ave., Oakland. Details: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wed-Sun at 303-A Oakland Ave., Oakland; https://destaethiopiancafe.comPoppy Bagels: This bagel shop made its highly-anticipated debut a month ago, bringing chewy, sought-after, New York-style bagels to Temescal.
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March 11, 2023 17:05 UTC
News: Rehabilitation Commission, Tigray officials hold first meeting in Mekelle on disarmament, national rehabilitation of Tigrayan forces
From left: Turhan Saleh, Getachew reda and Ambassador Teshome Toga attending the first consultative forum in Mekelle, the capital of Tigray state . Picture: Tigray TVAddis Abeba – Representatives of the Federal National Rehabilitation Commission led by its Commissioner Ambassador Teshome Toga, Tigay regional state officials and relevant stakeholders are holding a consultative forum in Mekelle, the capital of Tigray state, on the process of Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR), and National rehabilitation of ex-Tigrayan combatants, regional and federal media reported. He also highlighted that it was necessary to make members of Tigrayan forces who took part in the fighting after leaving their professional careers to return to their previous professional fields. Turhan stated that it is the responsibility of the entire international community to stand with Ethiopia in implementing the program. He pledged that the United Nations will continue to strengthen its support in all sectors as the rehabilitation program will enable ex-fighters to reintegrate into society and contribute positively.
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March 11, 2023 17:01 UTC
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Blinken to travel to Ethiopia, Niger next week
WASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Ethiopia next week, the State Department said on Friday, as concerns linger over the implementation of the peace agreement following the conflict in the Tigray region that left tens of thousands dead and millions uprooted. Blinken will also visit Niger, a key U.S. security partner, during the trip, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said in a statement. It will be the first-ever visit to Niger by a U.S. secretary of state. ALLEGATIONS OF ABUSESThe Ethiopian government's two-year conflict with forces in the northern Tigray region ended last November when the two sides signed a deal. Blinken will meet President Mohamed Bazoum and Foreign Minister Hassoumi Massaoudou in Niamey to discuss diplomacy, democracy, development and defense, Price said.
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March 11, 2023 16:52 UTC
A promising leader of Ethiopia turning rogue: What went off beam?
By: Dansa Abysnic (MD)Abiy started out as a charismatic leader, a popular leader, a heroic one, a peace laureate, and a promising one. The love of the young promising leader and the thirst for a rescuing hero blinded the whole of Ethiopia. We just wanted a change from devastating ethnic nationalism and politics towards a politics of idea and purpose. Northern Ethiopia has gone through hell and living to date the horror that this nation rarely faces. If ABIY is ever to be praised and glorified, he is for tricking TPLF and killing it effectively using Ethiopia and its spirit.
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March 11, 2023 15:24 UTC
The Future & Beyond: Sitting Down with Ethiopian Airlines
Looking at its previous successes, Ethiopian Airlines is looking to the future and beyond! We sat down with Samson Arega, Ethiopian Airlines’ US Regional Director, where we discussed operations in the US, Africa, Europe, and beyond, as well as current plans around Cargo. Arega expanded on the additional successes it has provided the airline with:“Ethiopian Airlines’ services across its global network are based on traffic rights granted by countries. Boeing Freighters Working Well With The Airline…Photo Credit: Emil Bree/AviationSourceEthiopian Airlines is having tremendous success with its fleet of Boeing freighters. For now, all eyes are on Ethiopian Airlines to see what additional steps can be made going into the future.
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March 11, 2023 14:56 UTC
Ethiopia: News - Amnesty Asks Blinken to Put Human Rights At Heart of Conversation With Prime Minister Abiy
Addis Abeba — Amnesty International USA urged Antony Blinken, United States secretary of state, to tailor human rights issues at the heart of conversation with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed as it is a very critical time. He will also meet humanitarian partners and civil society actors to discuss humanitarian assistance delivery, food security, and human rights. Close Sign up for free AllAfrica Newsletters Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox Top Headlines Human Rights Ethiopia By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy. "Secretary Blinken's trip will miss a crucial opportunity if he does not put human rights at the heart of his conversation with Prime Minister Abiy." According to the statement, while humanitarian aspect has improved since the Cessation of Hostilities, access to human rights monitoring is still blocked.
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March 11, 2023 14:50 UTC
Ethiopia blames Arab League over GERD partisanship
The Ethiopian government expressed its displeasure with the Arab League, accusing it of supporting Egypt in the Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam dispute (GERD). For more than a decade, Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt have been at odds over the operation and development of the project. - Advertisement -Objecting to the League’s partiality towards GERD, the statement accused the Arab League as “spokesperson of one state” and disrespected international law standards. The statement accuses the League of interfering in a matter that is solely the responsibility of African governments. Despite assuring the Ethiopian government’s commitment to the AU-led negotiations, the statement calls Egypt’s role as a good faith in the AU-led negotiations into question.
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March 11, 2023 13:39 UTC
Ethiopia: The Agony Of Tribal Nationalism – OpEd
Ethiopia is a land rich with ethnic diversity: Some 70 tribal groups live within this ancient nation, all with their own cultures, traditions, and dialects. To this end, an assault was made on The Ethiopia Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) by Oromo nationalists on 22 January. The US administration, the EU, UK etc., are certainly not concerned about the killing of thousands of Amhara people. Unless of course it results in the total destabilization of Ethiopia and an opportunity presents itself for US intervention. Until then, the position seems to be, let the killing continue, after all the victims of tribal hatred are only poor black Africans.
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March 11, 2023 12:32 UTC
Tarekgegn called up for Ethiopia
BetKing Ethiopia Premier League teen sensation Yosef Tarekegn has been called up for the senior Ethiopia national team along with the in-form duo of Tafesse Solomon and Oumod Okouri who are both making a comeback to the team. Ethiopian national team coach Wubetu Abate called up 23 players on Friday for the upcoming Afcon 2023 qualifiers. The squad, which is dominated by players from the BetKing Ethiopia Premier League, will now prepare for back-to-back Afcon clashes against the Guinea national team also known as the "Syli Stars".
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March 11, 2023 11:42 UTC
Four years after airline tragedy, victims’ families knock Boeing
“Four years later… this plane is still in the air and it is the bestseller of Boeing, this 747 MAX, while it is dangerous,” she said. The accident came barely five months after a similar tragedy in which a 737 MAX operated by Lion Air crashed into the Java Sea off Indonesia, killing 189 people. Instead, Boeing recognized that two employees misled authorities during the certification of the 737 MAX. The airline manufacturer agreed to pay $2.5 billion in penalties and compensation in exchange for accepting the secret deal, which later became public. Berthet and other families of victims are challenging the agreement in a federal court in Texas.
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March 11, 2023 11:40 UTC
Ethiopia dissatisfied on Arab League GERD resolution
The Ethiopian government said it is dissatisfied with the resolution of the Arab League regarding the filling and operation of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, which Ethiopia is building on the Blue Nile. “We should not have to remind the League that the Nile River and all the riparian countries are found in Africa,” the statement said. “The League is once again serving as the spokesperson of one state, disregarding basic principles of international law. Egyptian Foreign Minister,Sameh Shoukry, chair of the meeting of the 159th session of the Council of the Arab League at the level of foreign ministers, announced the adoption of a resolution on GERD and its presentation as a permanent item on the agenda of the Council of the Arab League, which confirms Arab commitment to protecting the rights of the downstream countries of the Nile River. This came during a joint press conference held by Shoukry with the Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul-Gheit, at the conclusion of the work of the 159th session of the Arab League Council at the level of foreign ministers on Wednesday evening, chaired by Egypt.
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March 11, 2023 11:06 UTC
Business Success Through Well Thought out Environmental and Social Policy
In the hospitality sector too, a company’s overall success and resilience are increasingly linked to its performance in the areas of the environment, social affairs and business management (Environmental Social Governance / ESG). Its companies are committed to incorporate environmental protection, social and economic wellbeing and the cultural heritage in their own business strategies. The generation that is most affected by climate change can also do the most to combat it. Dorint Hotels & Resorts has set itself the objective of protecting resources in its use of fossil fuels, water and foodstuffs. This approach takes into account the protection of the environment as well as of social aspects.
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March 11, 2023 10:34 UTC
‘This Plane Is Still Dangerous’: Airline Tragedy Victims’ Families Lash Out at Boeing
Families of victims of the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX crash gathered Friday near the headquarters of aircraft manufacturer Boeing to denounce what they called “total impunity" over the loss of life. The accident came barely five months after a similar tragedy in which a 737 MAX operated by Lion Air crashed into the Java Sea off Indonesia, killing 189 people. “Boeing must be sued for manslaughter… It’s manslaughter and they have to be sued and DOJ has to do its work." Instead, Boeing recognized that two employees misled authorities during the certification of the 737 MAX. Berthet and other families of victims are challenging the agreement in a federal court in Texas.
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March 11, 2023 10:12 UTC
GLOBALink | Chinese-built Ethiopia-Djibouti railway wins acclaim for boosting regional integration
The Chinese-built Addis Ababa-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway, also known as the Ethiopia-Djibouti railway, has won acclaim for boosting regional integration and prosperity as it marked its fifth anniversary of operation. A celebration event was held Wednesday at the Lebu Railway Station on the outskirts of Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. Ethiopia's State Minister of Transport and Logistics Denge Boru commended the railway's multifaceted significance for the two countries. Djibouti's Minister of Infrastructure and Equipment Hassan Houmed Ibrahim, on his part, said the railway observed increasing performance, providing better services and ensuring the safety of goods and people. Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia Zhao Zhiyuan said the railway, as an important Belt and Road cooperation project, has demonstrated greater performance and resilience.
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March 11, 2023 09:27 UTC
China’s ‘Digital Silk Road’ in Africa Raises Questions
The resolution was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives as South Africa conducted naval exercises with China and Russia in February. The U.S. has already banned Chinese technology company Huawei at home, saying it’s a risk to national security. The U.S. resolution mentioned two South African companies with links to Chinese tech that the lawmakers felt were of concern. Already in Zambia and Uganda, the governments were found to have used Chinese technology to spy on the opposition and critics. Gagliardone said it’s important to hold all large and powerful actors to account when it comes to the possible misuse of tech in Africa.
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March 11, 2023 09:08 UTC