Babile

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Babile, Oromia means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Babile, Oromia would you like to share this week? We look forward to your post…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Babile, Oromia and tell us briefly where you took it!

Babile (Oromo: Aanaa Baabilee) is one of the woredas in the East Hararghe Zone of the Oromia Region in Ethiopia. Part of the East Hararghe Zone, Babile is bordered on the south and east by the Babile district of the Som…

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“Actions speak louder than words.” — Proverb

“Where there's a will, there's a way.” — Proverb

“Every cloud has a silver lining.” — Proverb

“Rome wasn't built in a day.” — Proverb

“A friend in need is a friend indeed.” — Proverb

“Better late than never.” — Proverb

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” — Proverb

“Too many cooks spoil the broth.” — Proverb

“A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.” — Proverb

“Practice makes perfect.” — Proverb

“Look before you leap.” — Proverb