Ethiopia-Russia Diplomacy: Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed met Vladimir Putin on the BRICS sidelines in New Delhi, with Putin praising Ethiopia’s “constructive role” and inviting Abiy to the Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow on Oct. 28–29. BRICS and Global South Finance: Coverage around the 18th BRICS Summit highlights India’s push for a bigger role while avoiding a break with the US, and notes Ethiopia’s membership since Jan. 1, 2024. Health and Human Stories: Ethiopian-born conjoined twins Hiyab and Wuhbto were successfully separated in St. Louis after a 25-hour operation, reaching a major recovery milestone. Business and Jobs: MIDROC chairman Mohammed Al-Amoudi ordered the group to hire 40,000 more Ethiopians, targeting 100,000–120,000 workers, with priorities including agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare and infrastructure. Aviation Connectivity: Ethiopian Airlines will launch thrice-weekly flights to Nacala, Mozambique, from Oct. 27, adding to Maputo and Beira. Mining Progress: Allied Gold says Kurmuk Gold Mine in Ethiopia has completed grid connection and fed first ore into the crushing circuit, moving toward first gold pour. Regional Security: Ethiopia’s PM advisor Getachew Reda accused Eritrea of trying to “internationalize” conflict by backing TPLF and other armed groups. Culture and Heritage: A rare Ethiopian manuscript, the Gondarine Gospel, resurfaced in a private sales catalogue, triggering a restitution dispute after Ethiopian authorities asked for its withdrawal.