Herman Copeland, Author at Riverdale Standard

Herman Copeland

Georgia Power Data Center Plan May Raise Bills $20

Georgia’s Public Service Commission staff has warned that Georgia Power’s massive request for new electricity capacity, driven by booming data centers, could lead to higher bills for everyday customers. In reports filed on November 12, 2025, experts say the utility might be overestimating needs, potentially adding about $20 a month to average household costs if approved. This comes as data centers, fueled by AI and tech demands, push Georgia’s energy…

Dark Energy Weakens: Universe Slows Expansion

A new study from Seoul National University has shaken up cosmology by suggesting that dark energy, the force thought to speed up the universe’s expansion, might be getting weaker. Using data from Type Ia supernovae explosions, researchers found signs that this expansion could now be slowing down, which challenges long-standing models and opens doors to fresh ideas about the cosmos. This breakthrough, published in late 2025, analyzes light from distant…

Sun Hits Earth with Powerful Mass Ejections

The Sun unleashed a series of coronal mass ejections in November 2025, slamming into Earth and sparking intense geomagnetic storms. These events, peaking around mid-month, caused stunning auroras visible far south and minor tech disruptions across several continents. Recent Solar Activity Surge Solar activity ramped up dramatically this month as the Sun hit its peak in the 11-year cycle known as solar maximum. Multiple flares and ejections erupted from active…

Messi Stars in Inter Miami 4-0 Win Over Cincinnati

Lionel Messi delivered a stunning performance with one goal and three assists to lead Inter Miami to a commanding 4-0 victory over FC Cincinnati in the MLS Eastern Conference semifinal on November 23, 2025. This win at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati propelled Miami to their first-ever conference final, showcasing Messi’s magic in front of a packed crowd. Match Highlights and Key Moments Inter Miami started strong and never looked back…

Top Laptops Under 50000: Best Deals on HP, Dell and More

Millions of people face frustration with slow laptops that freeze during work or study sessions. Now, major brands like HP, Dell, Lenovo, and ASUS offer best selling models under 50000 rupees with discounts up to 45 percent, making upgrades easy and affordable as of November 2025. Why Upgrade Your Laptop Right Now Many users stick with old devices until they break down completely. Recent surveys show that over 60 percent…

Barrow Airport Sets Record for Georgia-Texas Game

Barrow County Airport in northeast Georgia experienced its busiest weekend ever during the college football clash between the University of Georgia and the University of Texas. Officials reported a record 73 aircraft arrivals over three days, driven by fans and visitors flying in for the high-stakes game on November 15, 2025. Unprecedented Surge in Air Traffic This surge marked a historic moment for the small airport, which usually handles far…

India and Georgia Strengthen Silk Textile Ties

India and Georgia are ramping up cooperation in silk production and textiles through a recent high-level visit. A delegation from India’s Ministry of Textiles wrapped up a five-day trip to Georgia on November 21, 2025, focusing on new partnerships in sericulture, apparel, and carpet trade. Key Highlights from the Delegation Visit The visit, led by P. Sivakumar, Member Secretary of the Central Silk Board and Secretary General of the International…

Elon Musk Congrats Pichai on Gemini 3 Tweet

Tech giants Elon Musk and Sundar Pichai sparked online buzz when Musk replied with a simple “Congrats” to Pichai’s playful tweet about Google’s new AI model, Gemini 3. This exchange happened right after Google launched the advanced AI on November 18, 2025, highlighting the friendly rivalry in the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence. The Playful Tweet That Started It All Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, posted “Geminiii” on…

Robots Bridge Farming Gap in Rural Georgia

In rural Georgia, a new robotics program from Georgia Tech is helping young students learn high tech farming skills to connect old school methods with future tools. Launched in fall 2025, the FarmBot initiative aims to close the divide between Gen X farmers and Gen Alpha kids through hands on AI and computer science lessons. How FarmBot Sparks Interest in Tech and Farming Georgia Tech’s Rural Computer Science Initiative rolled…

India’s Trade Deficit Hits Record High in October

India’s merchandise trade deficit reached a record $41.68 billion in October 2025, driven by a massive surge in gold imports and falling exports amid new US tariffs. This gap, much wider than expected, highlights pressures from festive demand and global trade tensions, raising concerns for the economy as the year ends. Surge in Gold Imports Drives Deficit Gold imports jumped nearly 200 percent to $14.72 billion in October, compared to…