Author: Sophia Johnson

Houthis say at least four killed in Sanaa, over 20 wounded in overnight attack; US intensifies air campaign amid Red Sea tensions Another round of American bombs just fell on Yemen. This time, it hit a residential home in Sanaa — killing at least four people and injuring over 20, many of them women and children, Houthi officials say. The strikes are part of a widening air campaign authorized by…

A peaceful backcountry trip turned deadly for four friends in the Cohutta Wilderness as a falling tree crushed their campsite in the middle of the night. The kind of silence you only find deep in the forest—broken by cracking wood and chaos. It was sometime after 2 a.m. when a towering tree fell in the Cohutta Wilderness area, deep in North Georgia’s rugged backcountry. In a matter of seconds, one…

The Trump administration has rescinded more than $300 million in COVID-19 relief funds previously allocated to Georgia, causing immediate disruptions in public health programs and workforce reductions across the state. The move, part of a broader effort to curb federal spending, caught many officials off guard and left state agencies scrambling to assess the damage. Sudden Decision Leaves Georgia Officials Reeling The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and other…

A storm is brewing in the Indian Parliament today, April 2, 2025, as the government prepares to introduce the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. Both the ruling party and the opposition have issued whips to ensure full attendance, signaling the high stakes involved.​ What’s the Waqf (Amendment) Bill All About? At its core, the Waqf (Amendment) Bill seeks to revamp the management of waqf properties across India.…

Feral hogs are wreaking havoc on Georgia’s agricultural industry, causing an estimated $150 million in damage annually. With their numbers surpassing the population of Atlanta, these destructive animals have become a serious threat to farmers, prompting state agencies to take action. The Growing Swine Problem The numbers are staggering. Georgia is home to approximately 600,000 feral hogs—more than the population of Atlanta itself. These animals roam all 159 counties, tearing…

ATLANTA — The Justice Department has officially withdrawn its legal challenge against Georgia’s controversial election law, marking a significant shift in federal policy under Attorney General Pam Bondi. The lawsuit, originally filed in 2021 under former President Joe Biden’s administration, accused the law of disenfranchising Black voters. Bondi, however, dismissed the claims as politically motivated and without merit. A Policy Reversal With Wide Implications The decision to drop the lawsuit…

Oil marketing companies have announced a significant reduction in the prices of commercial LPG cylinders, offering much-needed relief to businesses and industries that depend on bulk cooking fuel. Effective immediately, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been slashed by Rs 41. The revised prices come at a time when businesses, including restaurants and hotels, have been struggling with fluctuating fuel costs. With this price cut, commercial LPG…

India could soon find itself in Washington’s crosshairs over its continued purchase of Russian crude, with the Biden administration weighing fresh tariffs that could range from 25% to 50%. The move, which comes as US President Donald Trump expresses frustration over peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, has left Indian policymakers and refiners scrambling for clarity. With an April 2 deadline for new US reciprocal tariffs also approaching, India’s…

In a quiet town in Georgia, a battle over land is intensifying as families fight to hold onto property that has been in their hands for generations. For Mark and Janet Smith, the idea of losing even an inch of their 600-acre land in Sparta is heartbreaking. The Smiths are not just standing up for their own property; they’re representing a community’s deep connection to the past—and a fierce resolve…