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An Ethiopian church in Washington preserves an ancient language and Orthodox tradition
In the U.S. capital, hundreds of Ethiopians dressed in white tunics gather at the DSK Mariam Church to chant and pray in an ...
The history of DC's Emancipation Day
DC was only part of the U.S. to pay off slave owners for freeing enslaves persons they held.
Kennedy Center changes lighting to red, white and blue as a 'reminder of the American spirit'
“The lights are a beautiful reminder of the American spirit,” said Roma Daravi, vice president of public relations at the Kennedy Center. “The red, white, and blue colors are a powerful symbol of ...
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Ethiopians in Washington D.C. keep ancient language and orthodox traditions alive
To engage the youth, services are offered in both Amharic and English, with translations displayed on screens. The rituals, ...
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THE DISTRICT
Bowser (D) and the team. The first new hospital in the District in a generation has begun the hard work of caring for a long-underserved community with complex medical needs. Cuts could include ...