Author: Sophia Johnson

Health officials are on high alert after Georgia confirmed its fourth measles case of 2025. An unvaccinated Atlanta-area resident who recently returned from international travel has tested positive, prompting urgent efforts to trace potential exposures. DPH Tracks Exposure Window as Risk Period Confirmed The Georgia Department of Public Health said the individual was infectious between May 10 and May 18. They’re now racing to contact people who may have crossed…

Temporary truce between state regulators and utility giant brings relief—but storm-related surcharges and long-term energy demands still loom Georgia Power customers can breathe a little easier—for now. The state’s largest energy provider has agreed to halt any new rate hikes for the next three years, giving Georgia families and businesses a much-needed break as inflation and energy costs keep rising. The decision, announced Monday, marks a major shift from the…

Shares of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) took a dip in early trade on Monday, but investor attention remains glued to the defence giant after it posted a mixed Q4 earnings report. Despite a year-on-year drop in profit and revenue, analysts aren’t backing off — in fact, some have doubled down on their bullish stance. What’s behind the optimism? Profit Dips, But Long-Term Picture Still Strong HAL reported a consolidated profit…

A devastating fire swept through a historic family home near Hyderabad’s Charminar on Sunday morning, claiming 17 lives from the Modi family, veteran pearl traders whose roots in the area stretch back over five decades. A Night That Turned Fatal for a Joint Family Saturday night started like any other for the Modi family. After attending a gathering at Govind Modi’s home in Attapur, the family was urged to stay…

BioLab’s permanent closure in Conyers leaves a community demanding answers and fearing what’s next BioLab is calling it quits on manufacturing operations at its Conyers, Georgia facility. Months after a dangerous chemical fire triggered mass evacuations and rattled an entire county, the plant won’t be making a comeback — but the company’s warehouse? Still up and running. That’s not sitting well with everyone. Especially not with residents who lived through…

Tit-for-tat expulsions rattle fragile ties amid growing mistrust In a move that underscores just how tense things have gotten between New Delhi and Islamabad, both countries have expelled each other’s diplomatic staff, reigniting diplomatic anxieties and throwing bilateral communication into deeper uncertainty. Pakistan booted out an Indian High Commission staffer on Tuesday, just hours after India did the same to a Pakistani official in Delhi. Both were accused of engaging…

The much-anticipated Nothing Phone 3 is expected to arrive soon, but fans may not be thrilled by the price tag. CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that the new device will see a major price hike compared to its predecessor, the Nothing Phone 2. While specific price details across different regions have yet to be unveiled, Pei provided some insights into the likely cost of the next-gen phone, hinting at a…

Yamaha’s generous donation of three fully equipped boats to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will enhance the agency’s wildlife management, law enforcement, and state park operations across the state. For years, boats have been vital for the Georgia DNR, not just for enforcing laws but for ensuring public safety, responding to emergencies, and assisting with the state’s expansive conservation efforts. The donation from Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit…

The Indian Army confirmed on Tuesday that it had successfully intercepted a potential threat near the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district, where residents had reported seeing suspicious drones the previous evening. The army’s statement came hours after multiple drone sightings in the area, which raised alarm among locals. On Monday evening, the sky over Samba lit up with red streaks, followed by loud explosions, leaving residents on…