Author: Ethan Brown

The Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief ministry is calling for more volunteers to support its crisis response efforts, highlighting the urgent need for trained personnel in disaster-stricken areas. The recent information session in Statesboro shed light on the organization’s work and the increasing demand for hands-on assistance. A Call to Serve: Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief Rallies Local Volunteers At Southbridge Church in Statesboro, a crowd gathered to hear firsthand from Dwain…

A Weekend of Blazes Keeps Fire Crews on High Alert Firefighters across Georgia battled more than 150 wildfires over the weekend as dry conditions and gusty winds created a perfect storm for flames to spread. The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) reported that the fires erupted between March 1 and March 2, marking one of the most active wildfire weekends of the year so far. Officials warn that this could be…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reaffirmed Kyiv’s willingness to sign a minerals deal with the United States, days after an Oval Office standoff with U.S. President Donald Trump led to the proposal’s collapse. The agreement, initially seen as a cornerstone of Ukraine’s post-war recovery strategy, now hangs in uncertainty following the public clash. Zelensky Stresses Ukraine’s Constructive Approach Speaking to British media in London on Sunday night, Zelensky expressed Ukraine’s continued…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on his three-day visit to Gujarat, made a significant stop at the revered Somnath Jyotirlinga temple on Sunday. Dressed in a saffron kurta, he performed the sacred ‘Rudra Abhishek’ ritual, paying homage to Lord Shiva at the historic shrine in Prabhas Patan. A Spiritual Visit to Somnath PM Modi’s visit to Somnath marks yet another instance of his deep connection with the temple, which is considered…

Georgia’s political landscape is on shaky ground as anti-government protests continue to grip the nation. Speaker of Parliament Shalva Papuashvili added fuel to the fire last week when he claimed that most Georgians view Ukraine’s 2013-14 Maidan protests as a symbol of national destruction. However, available data and public sentiment tell a different story. Papuashvili’s Controversial Statement Draws Criticism During an interview with the Georgian Public Broadcaster on February 20,…

Grassroots Efforts Mobilize as Harsh Winter Conditions Persist A powerful snowstorm has battered western Georgia, leaving villages in Guria and Adjara isolated and without essential services. In response, volunteer groups have emerged, working tirelessly to provide aid, clear roads, and assist those in dire need. The efforts come as authorities struggle to manage the fallout of one of the heaviest snowfalls in recent years. Villages Cut Off, Power and Gas…

Respiratory illnesses appear to be waning across Georgia, offering a momentary sigh of relief for hospitals that saw a surge in flu cases earlier this month. However, COVID-19 levels are showing a modest increase, keeping health officials on alert. Flu Cases Take a Sharp Turn Downward After a second peak in flu-related hospitalizations hit Georgia in early February, signs now point to a significant decline. According to the Centers for…