Ethan Brown, Author at Riverdale Standard

Ethan Brown

ODU Basketball Loses to Georgia Southern After Slow Start

Old Dominion University’s men’s basketball team fell short in a home game against Georgia Southern, losing 93-86 on January 3, 2026, at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, Virginia. The Monarchs started slow, dug a deep hole early, and could not complete a late comeback despite strong efforts from key players. Slow Start Sets Tough Tone The game began with Old Dominion struggling right away. The Monarchs missed their first eight shots…

Denmark PM Slams US Threats to Annex Greenland

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issued a strong rebuke on January 4, 2026, telling the United States to stop its threats of annexing Greenland. This came after President Donald Trump and a close adviser’s wife revived calls for U.S. control over the strategic Arctic territory, amid rising tensions following recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela. The statement from Frederiksen highlighted growing friction between the NATO allies, as Trump emphasized Greenland’s…

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Iran Signals Stronger Push Into the South Caucasus With Azerbaijan and Georgia

Iran is sharpening its diplomatic focus northward. In back-to-back meetings in Tehran, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi laid out a clear message: ties with Azerbaijan and Georgia sit high on Iran’s regional priority list, and the pace of engagement is set to pick up. The discussions, held on Sunday, put substance behind that message. They touched economics, transit, politics, culture, and history, all wrapped in Tehran’s broader pitch of good-neighborly…

Dhurandhar Box Office Day 26 Eyes Rs 1,100 Crore, Nears Jawan Record

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is closing the year with unstoppable momentum as the spy thriller heads toward the Rs 1,100 crore global milestone, putting Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan firmly within striking distance. On Day 26, the film showed fresh growth at the box office, fueled by New Year celebrations and strong evening footfalls across major cities. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has turned into the defining Bollywood success story of 2025.…

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India Passes Japan to Become the World’s Fourth-Largest Economy, Government Review Says

India has crossed a symbolic and economic milestone, overtaking Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy. The shift reflects years of steady growth that appears to be accelerating, pushing India closer to a rank once thought to be decades away. A Ranking Change Years in the Making According to India’s end-of-year economic review, the country’s gross domestic product has climbed to roughly $4.18 trillion, edging past Japan and placing India…

Georgia Fans Back in New Orleans for Sugar Bowl After Attack

New Orleans is welcoming University of Georgia football fans back for the Sugar Bowl, one year after a deadly terrorist attack shook the city during the same event. City leaders promise strong safety steps with help from state, federal law enforcement, and the National Guard to keep everyone secure. Remembering the Tragic Attack Last year, on January 1, 2025, a 42-year-old man from Texas drove a pickup truck into a…

Rivian Expands Its Georgia Footprint With New Investments in Education and Workforce Training

Rivian is putting fresh money into Georgia’s education system, rolling out a series of investments aimed at students, veterans, and future engineers as the electric vehicle maker deepens its roots in the state. The move links classrooms, technical colleges, and universities to the company’s long-term plans in Georgia. From Headquarters to Classrooms Across the State Rivian confirmed the education-focused investments through several press releases issued last week. The announcement follows…

Sofie Gierts Pushes Women’s Hockey Growth in India

Sofie Gierts, the new head coach of Delhi SG Pipers in the Hockey India League, shared her passion for advancing women’s sports during a recent interview. As a former Belgian international with over 100 caps, she aims to inspire more girls in India to reach top levels in hockey, just as the league’s second season kicks off in Ranchi on December 28, 2025. From Player to Trailblazing Coach Gierts built…

Gold Prices Crash: Forecast Eyes $4,041 Target

Gold prices took a sharp dive on December 29, 2025, marking the biggest one-day drop since October, as traders cashed in profits at year end. Experts now warn of a possible slide to $4,041 by early January, driven by market shifts and global events. Sharp Drop Shakes Gold Market Gold spot prices, tracked as XAUUSD, fell hard on Monday, closing at $4,335.09 after a loss of $198.12 or 4.37 percent.…

Middle Georgia Ramps Up DUI Patrols for New Year

Law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia are stepping up patrols and checkpoints this New Year’s weekend to curb drunk driving and keep roads safe. Officials aim to prevent accidents during holiday celebrations, with extra focus on high-risk areas like bars, restaurants, and residential streets. Enforcement Boost Across the Region Authorities in Middle Georgia, including the Houston County Sheriff’s Office and Georgia State Patrol, plan to increase visibility on roads starting…