Thousands Dying In Drought In Ethiopia
Reuters reports that at least 75,000 people died in six months of drought across Shoa Wollo and Tigre, with livestock losses also catastrophic. The crisis, worsened by failed rains and crop failure, prompted appeals from the Ethiopian government and U N agencies including World Food, USAID, Sida and the Red Cross.
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Diogenes Shifts Spotlight on Alexander the Great
The tale recounts Alexander the Great offering any wish to Diogenes the philosopher. Diogenes asks only that the conqueror step aside to let him enjoy daylight, illustrating the sage’s disdain for excess and power.
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Protein rich sorghum seen easing global hunger
Purdue researchers analyzed over 9000 sorghum varieties and found two strains with improved nutrition and a protein making chemical that could be transferred to other sorghums. Agency administrator John A. Hannah calls better protein quality a life gift amid fears of famine. Also includes holiday safety tips from TSA on tree lighting and fire risk.
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