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Winners of the Siena International Photo Awards 2026 Highlight the Field’s Incredible Range
Winners of the Siena International Photo Awards 2026 Highlight the Field’s Incredible Range The Siena International Photo Awards Festival has announced the winners of its trio of 2026 competitions. The…
Oct 29, 2026
Africa’s AI-driven lender to enter Ethiopia, Egypt
The News An AI-driven lending platform backed by one of South Africa’s biggest lenders is expanding into two of Africa’s largest credit-starved markets, its CEO told Semafor, betting its machine-learning…
Oct 29, 2026The 'Gate of Tears' at the centre of Houthis' latest battle for control
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait has become a "lifeline" for global trade. But in the battle between Saudi-backed Yemeni forces and the Houthis, it's even more important.
Oct 29, 2026Latin American migrants deported by ICE to West Africa describe being stranded "on the other side of the world"
Monrovia, Liberia — None of the deported men and women placed in a three-story hotel in a remote, coastal area of this West African country are Liberian citizens. Many are…
Oct 29, 2026
Cliff diving at Ethiopia's Blue Nile Falls: A guide
Ethiopia's Blue Nile Falls is a perfect combination of natural beauty and adventure for cliff diving enthusiasts
Oct 29, 2026
Nigeria Come From Behind to Win in Afcon 2027 Qualifying
Nigeria have debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor to thank as they come from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Oct 29, 2026
Airplane frantically dumps fuel over Lake Michigan after suffering dual autopilot failure following takeoff at Chicago airport
A pilot aboard an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner requested to dump fuel and return to O'Hare Airport around 12.20pm on Wednesday.
Oct 29, 2026
The 23 Eastern Catholic Churches: Ancient traditions in communion with Rome
While the Catholic Church is often viewed from a Latin rite prism, it also includes 23 Eastern Churches that are in full communion as part of the one Catholic fold.
Oct 29, 2026
INSIDE SWEDEN: Meeting my first self-confessed ‘coolcationers’
In this week's Inside Sweden The Local's Nordic Editor Richard Orange reflects on a meeting with Italians fleeing the Mediterranean heat, before running through the week's stories.
Oct 29, 2026
Sudanese Opposition rejects Burhan’s national dialogue
A major gathering of Sudanese political forces and civil society groups opposed to the war has ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Oct 29, 2026
Freightos Reports Record Second Quarter 2026 Results
Freightos reported record revenue of $7.7 million in Q2 2026, exceeding management expectations, with $21 million in cash to support breakeven and growth.
Oct 29, 2026
How to use Ethiopian coffee pots in home decor
An old jebena can be repurposed into an elegant vase, adding rustic charm to any room.
Oct 29, 2026