Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

Gold Nears Record High on Fed Rate Cut Bets

Gold prices are holding steady near all-time highs as traders brace for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision later this month. Weak U.S. jobs data has boosted expectations for a rate cut, pushing gold to around $3,590 per ounce in early Asian trading on September 8, 2025. Weak Jobs Report Sparks Rate Cut Hopes The latest U.S. non-farm payrolls report showed just 22,000 jobs added in August, far below the…

Georgia Stuns France in EuroBasket 2025 Upset

In a shocking turn of events at EuroBasket 2025, Georgia defeated France 80 to 70 in the round of 16, marking their first ever trip to the quarterfinals. This upset happened on September 7 in Riga, Latvia, where Georgia’s strong defense and sharp shooting overwhelmed the Olympic silver medalists, sending ripples through the basketball world. Fans watched in disbelief as Georgia, led by stars like Tornike Shengelia, outplayed a favored…

Bengaluru Scientists Build Credit-Card-Sized Computer to Trace Universe’s First Stars

A pocket-sized computer could soon help answer one of astronomy’s biggest mysteries: when did the first stars flicker to life? Researchers in Bengaluru think they’re close. A Tiny Device for a Giant Question At the Raman Research Institute (RRI), scientists have developed PRATUSH, a space payload powered by a single-board computer no larger than a credit card. The aim? To capture the faintest of radio signals—whispers from hydrogen atoms—that hold…

GST Council Shakes Up Auto Tax Slabs: Cheaper Small Cars, Costlier SUVs

India’s automobile market is bracing for a shake-up after the GST Council announced fresh revisions to vehicle tax slabs, giving relief to small car buyers while SUVs and premium models will now attract higher levies. Small Cars Get a Price Advantage The headline takeaway from Wednesday’s GST Council meeting was simple: small vehicles are getting cheaper. Cars with engine capacity below 1,200 cc and length under four meters will now…

$223 Million Magnet Factory to Bring Jobs and Geopolitical Weight to Columbus

Georgia is about to get a manufacturing boost — and not just any kind. A South Korean company’s U.S. arm will pump more than $200 million into a rare earth magnet facility in Columbus, making it one of the largest investments of its kind in the Southeast. Big Bet on Columbus Gov. Brian Kemp’s office confirmed the deal: JS Link America, the U.S. subsidiary of Korea’s JS Link, will spend…

Param Sundari Day 5 Box Office Hits Rs 34 Crore

Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor’s romantic comedy Param Sundari saw a slight boost on its fifth day at the box office. The film, released on August 29, 2025, earned Rs 4.25 crore on Tuesday, pushing its total India net collection to Rs 34.25 crore amid mixed reviews and steady audience interest. Strong Start Followed by Weekday Challenges The movie opened with a solid Rs 7.37 crore on day one, drawing…

Gold Price Dips from $3,500 Peak, Holds Steady at $3,470

Gold prices pulled back from a fresh all-time high above $3,500 on Tuesday, but the metal stayed firm above the $3,470 mark amid market shifts. This reversal comes as the US Dollar gains strength, driven by higher yields and cautious investor mood ahead of key US economic data. Recent Gold Price Movements Gold has been on a strong run, climbing for six straight days before this dip. The precious metal…

Georgia PM Demands Logical EU Conditions

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated that his country will only follow European Union requirements if they make clear sense and have strong reasons. This comes right after Georgia sent a report to Brussels on August 31, 2025, about meeting visa free travel rules, sparking talks on what is next for EU ties. Background on Georgia’s EU Journey Georgia got candidate status for EU membership in December 2023, a big…

Apple iPhone 17 Set to Drop Physical SIM Slot in EU

Apple is gearing up for a big change with its upcoming iPhone 17 lineup. Recent reports show that store employees in the European Union are now training on eSIM technology, sparking rumors that the new phones will ditch the physical SIM card slot starting this fall. This shift could make the iPhone 17 fully reliant on digital eSIMs in more regions, following a trend that began in the United States…

Indian Rupee Hits Record Low of 88.33 Against Dollar

The Indian rupee fell to a new all-time low of 88.33 against the US dollar on September 1, 2025, driven by rising tensions from US tariffs under President Trump and heavy outflows from foreign investors. This drop beat the previous record from the day before, sparking worries about India’s economy and trade. Reasons for the Sharp Decline The main trigger came from new US tariffs on Indian goods. President Trump…