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A federal judge in Georgia has ruled in favor of 133 international students, requiring the U.S. government to restore their Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) status after it was abruptly revoked. The ruling came after a hearing where the students’ legal team argued the revocation could lead to deportation and derail their academic and professional futures. Judge Grants Temporary Relief, Citing Harm to Students In a significant legal development,…

A young boy from Georgia has honored the life and service of Posey Township firefighter Roy Smith, who tragically passed away earlier this month while responding to flooding calls. The touching tribute was part of a nationwide effort by the group Running for Heroes, where participants run a mile for every fallen first responder. Smith, a dedicated firefighter, was among the many who risk their lives in the line of…

Clean energy advocates are up in arms as two major Georgia Power coal plants receive a two-year exemption from stringent federal emissions standards, igniting debates over environmental health and the future of energy policy. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently approved a temporary reprieve for Georgia Power’s Plant Bowen and Plant Scherer. These two coal-fired plants, located in the heart of Georgia, are now exempt from the Biden administration’s…

A quiet end for the people’s pope, whose decade-long papacy redefined the Church’s global tone Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Catholic Church, died Sunday night after suffering a stroke and subsequent cardiocirculatory collapse, the Vatican confirmed. He was 88. It marks the end of a papacy that spanned 12 turbulent years—years that saw shifting cultural tides, deep internal divisions, and the pope’s relentless focus on humility, service, and…

The rise of a new 13,000-square-foot building on a quiet farm in Calhoun, Georgia, isn’t just construction — it’s a lifeline. For veterans wounded not by bullets, but by what they carried home, this land and this place might just be the beginning of something better. The building sits on land owned by Hero Agriculture, a nonprofit helping veterans find purpose through farming. No flashy slogans. No overnight fixes. Just…

Tennessee investor pays full price for 805 Harmon Heights, marking a new benchmark in regional real estate A Tennessee buyer just dropped $18.3 million on a Valdosta apartment complex — and with that, South Georgia has a new record price per unit. The 805 Harmon Heights Apartments & Condos sold at a full $182,500 per unit, a figure unheard of in the region. The 100-unit garden-style complex was developed over…

The Trump administration is facing fresh scrutiny after it was revealed that U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth used a second Signal messaging chat to discuss a sensitive military airstrike in Yemen. This new disclosure has ignited further criticism about the handling of classified information during his tenure. The Trump administration is once again under the spotlight, as new revelations have surfaced regarding the handling of classified information. According to a…

DHL has announced it will suspend shipments of goods worth over $800 to U.S. consumers, a move that could impact both retailers and customers alike. The decision, which comes amidst mounting logistical challenges, could redefine the way businesses engage in cross-border trade with the U.S. The Suspension Explained In a significant shift, DHL has confirmed that it will halt the shipment of international parcels exceeding $800 in value to U.S.…

The Indian stock market looks set for a muted start on April 21, 2025, with GIFT Nifty signaling a slight uptick. While global markets reflect mixed sentiments, analysts are keeping a close watch on earnings from major companies this week. Market Overview: GIFT Nifty Points to a Calm Opening GIFT Nifty, formerly known as SGX Nifty, traded higher by 10 points at 23,816, suggesting a subdued yet positive start for…