Author: Emily Miller

Georgia’s rivers are calling, and this time, they’re giving people plenty of notice. Georgia Rivers has opened registration for its spring 2026 events, offering paddlers, anglers, and first-timers a chance to lock in plans well ahead of the new year. Georgia Rivers released its full canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and fishing schedule for 2026, and interest is already building. Registration for spring weekend adventures and day trips officially opened Monday, Dec.…

Stop babying a potato for an hour. A fast hybrid method — microwave first, air fryer second — is turning out fluffy, steakhouse-style baked potatoes in about 12 minutes flat, right when holiday kitchens need all the help they can get. The holiday cooking clock is broken, and potatoes are proof Holiday cooking has a funny way of stretching time. You think you’ve planned it all. Then the oven’s full,…

ByteDance, the Chinese company behind TikTok, signed agreements on December 18, 2025, to shift control of the app’s US operations to a new joint venture with American investors. This step aims to fix national security worries and stop a possible ban, wrapping up a fight that kicked off in 2020 under former President Trump. Deal Basics and Main Players The new setup forms TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, where US…

A 19-year-old woman died early Friday after falling from the roof of an abandoned hospital building in Atlanta, a site widely known for its role in a hit Netflix series. The incident has triggered a police investigation and renewed questions about access to unused properties tied to film productions. A fatal fall at a familiar filming location The Emory Police Department confirmed it is investigating the death of Leah Palmirotto,…

Georgia regulators gave the go-ahead to Georgia Power’s bold plan to boost electricity production by nearly 10 gigawatts, aimed at fueling the state’s booming data center industry. The unanimous decision by the Georgia Public Service Commission on December 19, 2025, clears the way for new gas plants and other upgrades, despite concerns over costs and environmental impact. What the Approval Means for Georgia’s Energy Future This move marks a major…

Kazakhstan and Georgia have taken a practical step to bring their economies and people closer, launching a new direct air route that cuts travel time and signals deeper ties. The service, now live, links southern Kazakhstan directly to the Georgian capital. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport confirmed that national carrier SCAT began operating direct flights between Shymkent and Tbilisi on December 15, widening the country’s international flight map and adding momentum…

One game owned the room at The Game Awards this year. “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33,” a surprise role-playing hit from Sandfall Interactive, walked away with nine trophies, including Game of the Year, leaving competitors and fans stunned, smiling, and maybe a little jealous. The night blended celebration, shock, and a sense that something special had landed in gaming culture. A Breakout Winner That Few Saw Coming “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33”…