Author: Herman Copeland

Georgia Shakes Off Sugar Bowl Heartbreak with Key Additions to 2025 Roster Georgia’s disheartening 23-10 loss to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Sugar Bowl may still sting, but head coach Kirby Smart is already looking ahead to the future. With the 2025 season on the horizon, the Bulldogs have pulled off an impressive coup, securing one of the most highly anticipated brother duos in college football from the…

Georgia’s educators, firefighters, and law enforcement officers are about to see an increase in their retirement benefits, thanks to a newly passed bipartisan bill. Signed into law earlier this week, the Social Security Fairness Act aims to remove unfair reductions in Social Security benefits for public employees, providing much-needed relief to thousands across the state. A Victory for Public Servants Senator Jon Ossoff led the charge in bringing together both…

A sleepover prank turned into a nightmare for a 12-year-old Georgia boy who was hospitalized with severe burns after three friends poured boiling water on him while he slept. The incident, which occurred in Tifton, Georgia, left the young victim with second-degree burns, primarily on his face. The Incident That Changed Everything Tiffany West, the boy’s mother, shared the devastating details with local news outlet WALB. Her son was staying…

The Indian rupee continues to struggle against the U.S. dollar, closing at a record low for the seventh consecutive session. The persistent demand for dollars by importers has kept the rupee under pressure as global factors and domestic economic concerns weigh on its performance. Dollar Demand from Importers Drives the Fall On January 1, 2025, the Indian rupee closed at 85.6450 against the U.S. dollar, a slight dip from the…

A devastating incident unfolded in New Orleans when a pickup truck barreled into a crowd on Bourbon Street, leaving at least 15 people dead and dozens injured. Authorities have identified the driver as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Army veteran and former Georgia State University student. Investigators are piecing together the events leading up to the tragedy. A Timeline of Jabbar’s Military and Educational Background Jabbar’s history offers a glimpse into…

The Sugar Bowl between Notre Dame and Georgia, a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, has been postponed by a day following the tragic New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans. Originally slated for Wednesday, the game will now kick off on Thursday, Jan. 2, at 4 p.m. ET, providing fans with a much-anticipated showdown amidst the city’s somber atmosphere. Adjusted Schedule Brings Challenges The rescheduled game places both teams in a…

From auto giants to pharma titans, a glance at stocks likely to steer market momentum today The first trading day of 2025 is shaping up to be eventful, with several stocks across different sectors expected to make a significant impact on market movements. Key among them are auto giants releasing their December sales data, along with developments at ITC, Thomas Cook, and KPIL. Here’s a closer look at stocks to…

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of Abd al-Hadi Sabah, a senior Hamas commander, in a precision drone strike. Sabah played a pivotal role in planning the Kibbutz Nir Oz attack that left a trail of destruction on October 7, 2023. Targeted Strike Ends Key Threat Abd al-Hadi Sabah, identified as the Nukhba Platoon Commander within Hamas’ Western Khan Yunis Battalion, was neutralized in the Khan Yunis region…

President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed he will attend the funeral services for former President Jimmy Carter, scheduled to take place in both Georgia and Washington starting January 4. The announcement comes just days after Carter’s passing at the age of 100, leaving a legacy of humanitarianism and diplomacy. Despite being a frequent critic of Carter during his campaign, Trump expressed a willingness to honor the late president, adding an unexpected…

A heartbreaking tragedy struck on December 31, 2024, when a passenger plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea claimed the lives of 179 people. Among the victims was a three-year-old boy who had been returning from his first overseas trip with his parents. The image of the young child looking out the window of the plane during their holiday is now a haunting reminder of the tragedy that…