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Noodle shop planned at former Zagol Ethiopian restaurant spot in Reno

Noodle shop planned at former Zagol Ethiopian restaurant spot in Reno

A new noodle restaurant, OA Noodles, is planned for the former Zagol Ethiopian Restaurant location in Reno, Nevada.

Oct 29, 2026
Wilson drew ₹25.2 crore from Air India in FY26, another ₹17.74 crore incentives

Wilson drew ₹25.2 crore from Air India in FY26, another ₹17.74 crore incentives

This comes alongside a separate ₹17.74 crore cash payout approved for Wilson after the end of FY26, including a ₹2.5 crore one-time reward, taking the value of his salary and…

Oct 29, 2026
BRICS Business Leaders Push Factory Investments, Policy Alignment and Tech Ties

BRICS Business Leaders Push Factory Investments, Policy Alignment and Tech Ties

Business leaders from Egypt, Ethiopia and Kazakhstan called for more concrete economic cooperation within BRICS, highlighting plans to set up factories in India, align policies and certifications, and expand technology…

Oct 29, 2026
Two men dead and two women severely burned following fire on overcrowded mega-dinghy heading for Britain from France

Two men dead and two women severely burned following fire on overcrowded mega-dinghy heading for Britain from France

French rescuers looked on as the tragedy unfolded off the coast at Berck, south Boulogne-sur-mer.

Oct 29, 2026
Eritrea severs diplomatic ties with Ethiopia in tit-for-tat move

Eritrea severs diplomatic ties with Ethiopia in tit-for-tat move

Ethiopia says it will shut its embassy in Asmara, declares 10 Eritrean diplomats persona non grata.

Oct 29, 2026
Stakeholders seek evidence-driven strategy to improve healthcare access

Stakeholders seek evidence-driven strategy to improve healthcare access

The National Health Insurance Authority has called for a locally led health financing research agenda to guide reforms and improve healthcare access for Ni Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-seek-evidence-driven-strategy-to-improve-healthcare-access/

Oct 29, 2026
What’s Behind Nigeria’s Military Spending Spree

What’s Behind Nigeria’s Military Spending Spree

Ahead of January elections, Bola Tinubu is pulling out all the stops to stem insecurity.

Oct 29, 2026
India and Ethiopia Hold First Army Staff Talks in Pune

India and Ethiopia Hold First Army Staff Talks in Pune

India and Ethiopia concluded their first-ever army-to-army staff talks in Pune, a step toward deeper military cooperation between the two countries.

Oct 29, 2026
World Bank forecasts upgraded 4.3 per cent Sub-Saharan Africa growth, with Kenya among key drivers | The Eastleigh Voice

World Bank forecasts upgraded 4.3 per cent Sub-Saharan Africa growth, with Kenya among key drivers | The Eastleigh Voice

The World Bank says stronger domestic demand, investment and early AI adoption are supporting growth, but inflation, debt and climate shocks remain key.

Oct 29, 2026
Arrests of Ethiopian, Arab Israelis, Palestinians surge during Ben-Gvir's tenure

Arrests of Ethiopian, Arab Israelis, Palestinians surge during Ben-Gvir's tenure

Between January and July 2026, more Ethiopian Israeli minors were arrested than in the entirety of 2022. A senior police officer said that 'people are arrested even when there is…

Oct 29, 2026
African leaders raise concern over resumption of conflict in Middle East

African leaders raise concern over resumption of conflict in Middle East

African leaders expressed alarm over the resumption of Middle East conflict, citing severe economic and security crises in Africa due to energy shocks and supply disruptions.

Oct 29, 2026
Is Sudan’s Bloody War Reaching a Tipping Point?

Is Sudan’s Bloody War Reaching a Tipping Point?

The Sudan war, which has raged since April 2023, may be at a tipping point. Reports suggest the first steps towards a dialogue to end the conflict, which is now…

Oct 29, 2026