Ethan Brown, Author at Riverdale Standard

Ethan Brown

India, U.S. Push to Seal Trade Deal Before July 9 as Strategic Ties Tighten

White House confirms “very soon” breakthrough as New Delhi and Washington accelerate negotiations The clock is ticking on a potential game-changing trade deal between India and the United States, with both sides signaling they’re just days away from a final agreement. With July 9 marked on calendars in bold, Washington says talks are moving at full throttle. The announcement from the White House lands right in the middle of a…

As Federal Funds Vanish, Georgia Faces a Painful Digital Disconnection

Federal grant cancellations are stacking up — and small towns like McIntosh County may be the first to feel the fallout. A quiet but growing pile of termination notices is landing on desks across Georgia’s state agencies. One after another, these federal grant cancellations are blowing holes in the state’s budget planning, particularly in programs that serve poor, rural, and disconnected communities. One of the most painful cuts came in…

GIFT Nifty Slips as Markets Eye Global Cues, Tariff Jitters Ahead of July 9 Deadline

GIFT Nifty opened the week down by 20 points, signaling a cautious start to Monday’s trade as global mood remains upbeat but not without fresh risks on the horizon. Investors are weighing improved foreign fund flows and easing geopolitical worries against looming tariff tensions and uncertainty surrounding US trade measures. With India’s markets wrapping up a five-week consolidation stretch, today’s session could set the tone for July. Calm After the…

We Couldn’t Hit Back Fully’: Navy Official Reveals Why India Lost Jets in Operation Sindoor

India’s recent military losses during a high-stakes clash with Pakistan were tied more to politics than capability, a top naval officer has now revealed. According to the Indian Navy’s defence attaché to Indonesia, Captain Shiv Kumar, restrictions from the country’s political leadership played a key role in the Indian Air Force’s early setbacks during Operation Sindoor. The remarks, made at a low-profile seminar in Jakarta on June 10 and only…

Ireland U20 Scrape Past Georgia in Sloppy Opener Marked by Nerves, Heat, and Hope

A five-point win in Calvisano hides bigger questions for Ireland’s young hopefuls A win’s a win, sure. But Ireland’s U20 side didn’t look like a title contender in their opening match of the World Rugby U20 Championship. They survived more than they triumphed, edging past Georgia 35-28 in the sweltering Italian sun. The match had moments of quality, sure. But it was also riddled with missed tackles, miscommunication, and nervy…

Trump Posts ‘Bomb Iran’ Jet Video Hours After Ceasefire; Internet Reels From The Fallout

Just when global nerves seemed to settle, President Donald Trump lit the match again — this time on social media. Hours after declaring a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Trump posted a video of B-2 bombers with a parody song titled “Bomb Iran.” The footage and lyrics sent the internet into a spiral, once again blurring the line between foreign policy and meme politics. A Bomber Playlist and a President…

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Power Outage at Georgia Theme Park Leaves Guests Dangling on Rides for Nearly an Hour

Wild Adventures in Valdosta sees chaos and confusion as utility substation glitch halts roller coasters, stalls family plans, and sparks safety questions. What was supposed to be a weekend of joyrides and funnel cakes turned into a nerve-wracking ordeal for visitors at Wild Adventures Theme Park in southern Georgia. A sudden power outage stranded multiple guests on rides mid-air, some suspended for nearly an hour, leaving parents, kids, and park…

Nothing Phone 3 Leak Spills Major Specs Days Before Launch

The buzz around Nothing’s next flagship just got louder. With just days to go before its official launch, a massive leak has spilled most of the key specs — and it looks like the Phone 3 might be Nothing’s boldest bet yet. Bigger, Brighter, and Sharper: The Display Rundown Leaks suggest that the Nothing Phone 3 will feature a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED screen. That’s big — not monstrous, but definitely…

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Diljit Dosanjh Faces Online Backlash Over Casting Pakistani Actor Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3

Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3 hasn’t even hit screens yet, but it’s already lighting fires online — and not the celebratory kind. A storm of criticism has erupted over the inclusion of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the film’s cast, triggering a chorus of anger, frustration, and finger-pointing across social media platforms. The controversy lands just as tensions between India and Pakistan remain fragile, and some corners of…

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U.S. Strikes Spared Iran’s Nuclear Reactors, Raising Eyebrows at Vienna Emergency Talks

American jets pounded Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week—but left Isfahan’s sensitive reactors untouched. Satellite images now suggest it wasn’t an oversight. As images trickle in and the dust begins to settle, it’s becoming clear that U.S. military planners were precise about what they didn’t hit. Especially at Isfahan, where three miniature research reactors sit—one of them running on bomb-grade uranium. The Blasts Came Close—But Not Too Close From above, the…