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Somali gov't signs power sharing agreement with Islamist group

Ethiopian News Journal - ‎1 hour ago‎
The Somali government signed a power sharing agreement on Monday with a main moderate Islamist group, the armed Sufi group, in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, sources told Xinhua here.

Barack Obama does not hate Israel, says Binyamin Netanyahu

The Guardian - ‎57 minutes ago‎
Israel's prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, issued a statement after his brother-in-law accused Barack Obama of antisemitism.

Democrats, Shy of Votes, Hunt for Health Care

FOXNews - ‎1 hour ago‎
Democrats on Wednesday picked up support from Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio and Rep. Dale Kildee of Michigan, but appeared about 10 votes shy of the 216 needed to pass the legislation.

ETHIOPIA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TOWARDS SUCCESS OF OPCW

Brunei News, Brunei Headlines from Brunei fm - ‎3 hours ago‎
ADDIS ABABA, March 18 (NNN-ENA) - Ethiopia reaffirmed commitment towards success of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons-OPCW.

“Ethiopia in grave danger” a case against Mr. Issaias Final Part

Nazret.com (blog) - Tibebe Samuel - ‎3 hours ago‎
The premise that prompted me to write such a lengthy article is the issue of considering Mr. Issaias as a liberator of Ethiopia. Contemplating such daring concept by itself forces us to raise a rhetorical question that says how ...

Ethiopia: Future Shadow Government Retiring from Current Government

Gadaa.com Oduu - News - ‎14 hours ago‎
The story given below was from Addis Fortune's previous week's publication. This week, Addis Fortune included remarks from some leaders of Medrek, the major opposition challenging Zenawi's one-party Revolutionary “Democratic” socialist regime.

Winning salesperson at Sign A Rama

Franchising - ‎10 hours ago‎
Franchise sign business Sign A Rama Sunshine Coast South has a winner in its midst. Emma Hope beat 40 other contenders to be awarded 2009 National Salesperson of the Year for her outstanding sales results.

Nigeria leader to chose new cabinet quickly -source

Reuters UK - ‎1 hour ago‎
ABUJA, March 18 (Reuters) - Nigeria's Acting President Goodluck Jonathan will send a list of ministerial nominees for Senate approval by early next week and is likely to reappoint around half the cabinet, a presidency source said on Thursday.

Crowds swell outside Jub Jub trial

Independent Online - ‎1 hour ago‎
The gates to the Protea Magistrate's Court where hip hop artist Jub Jub was appearing, were briefly opened on Thursday morning to let through dozens of people trying to force their way in.

FF Plus launch "Prosecute Malema" campaign

Independent Online - ‎24 minutes ago‎
The Freedom Front Plus has launched a campaign against ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema, a party spokesman said on Thursday. "It is of cardinal importance for our future security and economic integrity to stop the Malema train," said their ...
Malema on the warpath The Richmark Sentinel

New sectarian slaughter rocks Nigeria

AFP - ‎21 hours ago‎
JOS, Nigeria - Muslim herdsmen disguised as soldiers butchered and then set fire to around a dozen Christians in Nigeria Wednesday, close to the site of a recent sectarian massacre, officials and witnesses said.

Sahil Saeed reunited with his father in Pakistan

BBC News - ‎1 hour ago‎
The UK boy kidnapped in Pakistan two weeks ago has been reunited with his father at the British High Commissioner's home in Islamabad.

Zuma 'encouraged' by Zimbabwe talks: spokesman

AFP - ‎8 minutes ago‎
HARARE - South African President Jacob Zuma's first day of talks with Zimbabwe's rival leaders was "encouraging", his spokesman said Thursday ahead of further discussions on the fragile unity government.

Oil falls to near $82 after 2-day rally

The Associated Press - Alex Kennedy - ‎1 hour ago‎
SINGAPORE - Oil prices fell to near $82 a barrel Thursday in Asia, paring two days of gains that were fueled by signs US crude demand may be improving.

ETHIOPIA: 423 BILLION BIRR WORTH OF INVESTMENT PROJECTS LICENSED

Brunei News, Brunei Headlines from Brunei fm - ‎3 hours ago‎
ADDIS ABABA, March 18 (NNN-ENA) - The Ethiopian Investment Agency (EIA) said it has provided investment licenses to more than 11000 domestic and foreign investors with 423 billion Birr combined capital during the past five years.

US ambassador urges China cooperation on Iran

The Associated Press - Christopher Bodeen - ‎23 minutes ago‎
BEIJING - Beijing needs to take seriously American concerns about the value of the Chinese currency, but bilateral disputes should not impede cooperation on global issues such as climate change and Iran's nuclear program, the US ambassador to Beijing ...

Support for British Airways cabin crew strike grows

BBC News - ‎1 hour ago‎
The planned walk-out by British Airways cabin crew has gained support from a growing number of unions representing workers at airports around the world.

Apple delays shipment of some iPad accessories

CNET - Jim Dalrymple - ‎Mar 16, 2010‎
Apple has five accessories for the iPad: a keyboard dock, case, dock, 10W USB power adapter, and dock connector to VGA adapter. The ship date for the iPad keyboard dock, a device that combines a dock for charging your iPad with a ...

Manufacturers' Chip Spending To Rise Notably In 2010 -ISuppli

Wall Street Journal - ‎14 hours ago‎
Double-digit growth in semiconductor spending is expected by electronics manufacturers this year after seeing declines in 2009, according to iSuppli Corp.

Lenovo Rethinks Design and Price of the ThinkPad

Wall Street Journal - Walter S. Mossberg - ‎8 hours ago‎
For years, the iconic laptop brand, originally created by IBM, has been known for solid construction and great keyboards, but with a boxy black design and relatively high prices.

Dining Out: Mojo's Grill and Tavern-New!

Seacoastonline.com - Rachel Forrest - ‎3 hours ago‎
Mojo's has grown up, or at least grown bigger. Once in a much smaller spot on Islington Street it has taken over the restaurant space formerly the Brewery Lane Tavern.

Kate Winslet: Why women just can't warm to her

Daily Mail - Flic Everett - ‎1 hour ago‎
When Jennifer Aniston's latest love affair imploded, millions of women across the globe felt her pain. 'She's so lovely,' we sighed, sisterly feeling radiating across the miles and bank balances.

Sony Places Big Bet on a Fallen 'King'

Wall Street Journal - Ethan Smith - ‎Mar 16, 2010‎
Months after his death, Michael Jackson set a music-industry record, thanks to a deal between his estate and Sony Corp. valued at as much as $250 million, according to people familiar with the terms.

Antonio Banderas appointed UN Goodwill Ambassador

The Associated Press - ‎10 hours ago‎
UNITED NATIONS - Spanish actor Antonio Banderas has been named a UN Goodwill Ambassador for the fight against poverty, the United Nations Development Program announced Wednesday.

Bordeaux, Barcelona in Champions League quarters

The Hindu - ‎31 minutes ago‎
AP Barcelona's Lionel Messi reacts after scoring against VfB Stuttgart during the Champions League match. French side Bordeaux and defending champions Barcelona completed the Champions League quarterfinals line-up after victories in their respective ...

Tiger Woods would be 'terrific': US Prez Obama

Economic Times - ‎45 minutes ago‎
18 Mar 2010, 1431 hrs IST, PTI NEW YORK: US President Barack Obama hopes to see Tiger Woods in terrific form when the embattled golf champion returns to the course in next month's Augusta Masters after details of his multiple extra-marital affairs ...

Jose Mourinho able to walk away from Inter Milan at any time - Europe

ESPN - ‎1 hour ago‎
By Soccernet staff Jose Mourinho says he is free to leave Inter Milan at any point during the next three years of his contract. Mourinho has repeatedly been linked with top jobs outside Italy, and his reputation rose further this week after he helped ...

Scientists find new way to help crops fight pests

Walta Information Center - ‎Mar 16, 2010‎
March 16, 2010 -- An international team of scientists has managed to transfer disease resistance from one plant family to another, offering broader protection from potentially costly and destructive pests.

Chemical in Bananas Might Combat HIV Infection

BusinessWeek - ‎Mar 16, 2010‎
TUESDAY, March 16 (HealthDay News) -- A natural chemical in bananas may help protect women against sexual transmission of HIV, US researchers report.

Policies of neighbouring nations major factor in decision to implement Hib vaccine

Sify - ‎Mar 16, 2010‎
Scientists at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have found that a nation's eligibility for support from the Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI) and whether a country's neighbours used the Haemophilus influenza Type b ...

New AIDS cases decline in District, but infection rate remains epidemic

Washington Post - Darryl Fears - ‎7 hours ago‎
More than 3 percent of District residents older than 12 are living with HIV or AIDS, an epidemic rate of infection that continues to worry city health officials.
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