Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

Georgia Sees Nearly 7 Million International Visits in 2025

Georgia has welcomed almost 7 million international visitors in 2025, marking a significant rise in tourism for the small Caucasus nation. The country recorded 6,856,809 international visits throughout the year, representing a 6.2% increase compared to 2024, with Russia contributing the largest share of arrivals at 23% of the total. Record Breaking Year for Georgian Tourism The National Tourism Administration under the Ministry of Economy confirmed that 2025 was a…

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Singer Prashant Tamang Dies at 43 After Cardiac Arrest in Sleep, Raising New Questions About Night-Time Heart Deaths

The sudden death of Prashant Tamang at 43 has shocked fans and doctors alike. The singer and actor reportedly went to bed feeling fine. He never woke up. Doctors say the cause was sudden cardiac arrest, a quiet but deadly event that often strikes during sleep. A familiar night, a fatal morning By all accounts, the night was ordinary. Prashant Tamang slept peacefully at home, family members said. There were…

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Arsenal Lead Race to Sign Georgia Stanway as Summer Move Takes Shape

Arsenal have emerged as strong favourites to sign England midfielder Georgia Stanway this summer, sources say, after early talks over a potential pre-contract agreement. The 27-year-old is set to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season, opening the door to one of the biggest moves in women’s football this year. With interest building across Europe, Arsenal appear to be moving fastest, quietly but confidently. Arsenal’s long-standing interest turns…

Gut Bacteria Shield Mice from Deadly Flu Pneumonia

Researchers at Georgia State University have discovered that certain gut bacteria can protect mice from severe bacterial pneumonia after an influenza A infection. The study, published on January 12, 2026, in the journal Science Immunology, shows how these bacteria boost lung defenses and could offer clues for fighting human flu complications. Groundbreaking Discovery in Mouse Models This research focused on mice infected with influenza A virus, a common cause of…

Reliance Pauses India Battery Cell Plans Over China Tech Hurdle

India’s Reliance Industries has put on hold its ambitious project to produce lithium-ion battery cells in the country after talks to get key technology from China fell through. This move, announced on January 12, 2026, shows the tough road ahead for Indian firms trying to build a strong clean energy chain without heavy reliance on foreign tech. The decision comes as Reliance, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, aimed to kick…

Georgia Lawmakers Tackle Affordability in 2026 Session

Georgia lawmakers are set to kick off their 2026 legislative session on January 12, focusing sharply on making life more affordable for residents amid rising costs. Key proposals include cutting property taxes, phasing out the state income tax, and addressing healthcare and education challenges to ease financial burdens on families. House Pushes for Property Tax Relief House Speaker Jon Burns, a Republican from Newington, has made property tax reform a…

North Georgia Hit by Severe Storms and Floods

Heavy storms swept through North Georgia on January 10, 2026, bringing intense rains and strong winds that led to widespread flooding. Officials issued a flood warning for the Etowah River in Cherokee County near Canton, which remains active as river levels stay high downstream of Interstate 575. This weather event caused road closures and safety concerns across the region. Residents in areas like Woodstock and Canton faced dangerous runoff, with…

Galaxy S26 Ultra Leak Hints at a Long-Awaited Charging Leap

Samsung’s next flagship may finally be catching up where it has lagged for years. A fresh leak suggests the Galaxy S26 Ultra could recharge far quicker than its predecessors, cutting wait times enough to change daily use, at least on paper. If true, this would mark a quiet but meaningful shift for Samsung’s most premium phone. A leak that zeroes in on charging time, not specs Most Galaxy leaks obsess…

New Faces Enter Georgia Legislature in 2026

Fresh lawmakers are set to join the Georgia Legislature as the 2026 session kicks off next week in Atlanta. These changes stem from special elections held after deaths, resignations, and other shifts, bringing at least three new representatives to the House and three to the Senate to complete ongoing terms. Reasons Behind the Changes Several events have triggered these special elections across Georgia. Lawmakers have left their posts due to…

They Survived the Dinosaur-Killing Asteroid. Then Something Else Finished Them Off

For decades, ammonites were grouped with dinosaurs as victims of the same cosmic disaster. New research suggests that story was wrong. These ancient sea creatures survived the asteroid impact — and met their end later, under very different conditions. Rethinking the day everything supposedly ended For a long time, the narrative felt settled. About 66 million years ago, an asteroid slammed into Earth and wiped out the dinosaurs, ammonites included.…