Ethan Brown, Author at Riverdale Standard

Ethan Brown

Georgia-Pacific Closes Illinois Plant, Hits 134 Jobs

Georgia-Pacific, a major player in the packaging industry, has decided to shut down its corrugated packaging plant in Mt. Olive, Illinois, by the end of December 2025. The closure, announced on October 31, 2025, will affect 134 workers and marks the company’s full exit from operations in the state. This move comes amid tough market conditions where the facility can no longer compete effectively to serve customers. Company leaders point…

AI Helps Couple Conceive After 19 Years

A couple who struggled with infertility for nearly two decades finally conceived thanks to a groundbreaking AI system developed at Columbia University. The technology, known as the Sperm Tracking and Recovery method, scanned millions of images to find rare viable sperm, leading to a successful pregnancy announced in late 2025. The Long Road to Parenthood For 19 years, this unnamed couple faced heartbreak after multiple failed IVF attempts and surgeries.…

Portillo’s First Georgia Restaurant Opens Nov 18 in Kennesaw

Portillo’s, the beloved Chicago-style restaurant chain, will open its first Georgia location in Kennesaw on November 18, 2025, marking a major expansion into the Southeast. This new spot at 790 Cobb Place Blvd. NW promises to bring iconic hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and more to local fans, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. and doors opening at 10 a.m. What Makes Portillo’s a Fan Favorite Portillo’s started in…

Georgia Groups Battle Hunger Amid SNAP Uncertainty

Community organizations across Georgia are ramping up efforts to feed families as uncertainty lingers over November SNAP benefits during the ongoing federal government shutdown. With 1.4 million residents relying on this aid, local nonprofits and food banks face surging demand while state officials await federal guidance. Federal Shutdown Sparks SNAP Crisis The federal government shutdown, now in its second month as of November 2025, has thrown food assistance into chaos.…

Thamma Box Office Day 13: Earns ₹119 Crore in India

Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s horror comedy Thamma keeps drawing crowds, crossing ₹119 crore in net earnings across India by day 13. Released during the festive Diwali season, the film has shown steady growth despite weekday dips, making it one of the top Bollywood performers of 2025. Film Maintains Solid Run After Festive Boost Thamma opened strong on Diwali, pulling in families and young viewers with its mix of scares…

Georgia Harrison Welcomes First Baby Girl

Reality TV star Georgia Harrison has welcomed her first child, a baby girl named Sahara Jean Stacey, with partner Jack Stacey. The birth happened on October 30, 2025, at 12:09 pm, and the couple shared the joyful news through social media posts that quickly gained attention from fans and fellow celebrities. The Joyful Announcement Georgia Harrison, known for her time on Love Island, posted touching photos on Instagram showing her,…

Spokane Velocity Wins First Home Playoff in Shootout Thriller

Spokane Velocity FC celebrated a historic victory on November 2, 2025, defeating South Georgia Tormenta in a tense penalty shootout during their first-ever home playoff match at ONE Spokane Stadium. The USL League One quarterfinal ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, but Spokane advanced with a 4-3 edge in penalties, setting up a semifinal clash next week. Historic Night for Spokane Soccer Fans packed ONE Spokane Stadium under…

India vs Australia 1st T20 Called Off Due to Rain in Canberra

Rain spoiled the opening match of the India-Australia T20 series in Canberra on October 29, 2025. The game ended without a result after India reached 97 for 1 in just 9.4 overs, with heavy showers forcing officials to abandon play at Manuka Oval. Match Highlights and Early Action India started strong after Australia chose to bowl first. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill gave a quick start, scoring freely against…

NVIDIA Hits $5 Trillion Milestone in AI Surge

NVIDIA has become the first company in history to reach a $5 trillion market capitalization, surpassing the entire economy of India valued at about $4.2 trillion. This landmark happened on October 29, 2025, as shares jumped over 4% in early trading, driven by huge demand for AI chips and bold expansion moves. The Historic Achievement NVIDIA crossed the $5 trillion threshold amid a strong rally in tech stocks. The company’s…

Georgia GOP Senate Race Ignites Trump Kemp Clash

Georgia Republicans are gearing up for a heated Senate primary in 2026, with tensions rising between former President Donald Trump and Governor Brian Kemp over candidate choices. The race to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff features Kemp backed Derek Dooley against Trump leaning Representatives Mike Collins and Buddy Carter, setting the stage for a costly battle in this key swing state. Key Players Shape the Primary Battle The primary has…