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Braves Eyeing Former Yankees All-Star David Robertson to Boost Bullpen

Atlanta Braves Could Land Veteran Relief Pitcher to Strengthen Late-Inning Options As the offseason continues, the Atlanta Braves have already made some big moves, but rumors are swirling that they’re far from done. While the team has been primarily focused on bolstering their starting rotation, there’s a growing expectation that the Braves will also add some depth to their bullpen. A potential target? Veteran right-hander David Robertson, a former New…

Georgia Power Pushes to Keep Coal Plants Running Amid Growing Electricity Demand

Company Seeks to Address Surge in Energy Consumption, but Concerns About Emissions Loom Georgia Power, a major private utility provider, is taking a bold stance to meet the state’s surging electricity demand, citing the need to maintain operations at coal-powered plants. The company’s latest strategy has sparked debate, especially as the nation grapples with the challenge of balancing energy needs and climate goals. By 2025, Georgia’s electricity consumption is expected…

South Georgia School Officials Address Concerns Over Immigration Enforcement

A surge in immigration enforcement across the country has South Georgia parents on edge. With ICE agents reportedly present in some communities, school officials are stepping in to provide clarity, reassurance, and a plan of action. Schools Reassure Families Amid Immigration Crackdown Coffee County Schools Superintendent Morris Leis wants to make one thing clear: schools are safe spaces. “We want to make sure that we don’t create any anxiety or…

GBI Arrests Two Manchester Men in Talbot County Arson Case

Two Manchester, Georgia, men are facing serious charges after a months-long investigation into a suspected arson case in Talbot County. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken Jimmy Buchanan, 70, and Wallace Copland, 62, into custody, charging them with multiple offenses, including arson and conspiracy to commit arson. Investigation Leads to Arrests The investigation began on November 6, 2023, when the Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire…

Gold Prices Reach New Heights as Weak Dollar Fuels Surge in Retail Demand

Gold prices hit an all-time high on January 30, 2025, with the 24K gold crossing the ₹83,000 mark in Delhi, driven by strong retail demand and a weaker US dollar in global markets. In addition to robust demand ahead of the upcoming wedding season in India, the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady helped gold extend its gains. Gold Surges as Retail Demand and Dollar Weakness Collide Gold…

Tata Motors Shares Plunge 8% to 52-Week Low Following Jefferies Downgrade and Price Target Cut

Tata Motors shares took a significant hit on January 30, 2025, dropping 8% to reach a 52-week low, after brokerage firm Jefferies downgraded its rating on the stock from “buy” to “underperform.” Jefferies also sharply slashed its price target for Tata Motors to ₹660, a reduction from ₹930, reflecting a growing lack of optimism about the company’s performance in the short term. The downgrade marks a drastic shift in sentiment…

Sensex, Nifty Extend Early Gains Ahead of Monthly F&O Expiry, Budget 2025; Broader Markets Outperform

Indian equity markets continued their upward momentum on January 30, 2025, with both the Sensex and Nifty extending their early gains. Investors are anticipating the Union Budget 2025, which is expected to deliver measures aimed at stimulating growth while maintaining fiscal discipline. However, the broader market indices, including the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices, outperformed their benchmark counterparts, rising nearly 1% as sector-specific movements played a major role. Sensex and…

Relief For Middle Class, National Manufacturing Policy & More: What RSS Wants Budget 2025 To Prioritise

Prioritising Middle-Class Relief and Strengthening Local Industries As Budget 2025 approaches, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has outlined a set of key priorities for the Indian government. These include providing relief for the middle class, boosting local manufacturing, and creating a more supportive environment for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). RSS-affiliated organisations, such as Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) and Laghu Udyog Bharati (LUB), have already met with Union Finance Minister…

At Least 19 Dead In Plane Crash Near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Flight Operations Halted After Small Plane Crashes into Potomac River A devastating plane crash near Washington, D.C., has left at least 19 people dead and thrown the capital’s air traffic into chaos. The tragic accident unfolded Wednesday when a small aircraft crashed into the Potomac River, just near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). As emergency responders flood the scene, all flights at the airport have been temporarily suspended. The…

Armenian Foreign Minister visit Georgia Tbilisi

Armenian FM Accepts Invitation to Pay Visit to Georgia

Strengthening Ties Between Armenia and Georgia Ararat Mirzoyan, the Foreign Minister of Armenia, announced on Thursday that he has accepted an invitation from his Georgian counterpart, Maka Botchorishvili, to visit Tbilisi. Mirzoyan made the announcement during a joint press conference with Botchorishvili in Yerevan, marking a significant step towards enhancing the diplomatic and political relations between the two neighboring countries. Mirzoyan expressed his enthusiasm about the invitation, noting that although…