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UGA Sees Record Applications, Lower Acceptance Rate for Class of 2029
The University of Georgia has unveiled its latest freshman admission statistics — and the numbers show a sharp rise in competition for the Class of 2029. A Surge in Applications, A Tighter Acceptance Rate UGA received a staggering 47,860 applications for the Class of 2029, marking a 12% increase from the previous year. Despite this surge, only 15,800 students secured admission — translating to an acceptance rate of just 32.9%.…
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iPhone 17 Pro Set for September Launch: 3 Game-Changing Upgrades Expected
The iPhone 17 Pro is shaping up to be a serious contender in the premium smartphone market. With leaks and rumors swirling, three major upgrades stand out — and they might just redefine what we expect from an iPhone. Bigger, Faster, Smarter: Performance Takes a Leap Apple is rumored to pack the iPhone 17 Pro with a powerful 12GB of RAM — a first for the lineup. For context, the…
rehabilitation hospital athens georgia
Health News
New Rehabilitation Hospital Opens in Athens, Georgia, Bringing Advanced Care to the Community
A Major Healthcare Expansion for Athens A brand-new rehabilitation hospital has officially opened its doors in Athens, Georgia — a collaboration between healthcare giants Encompass Health and Piedmont. The 40-bed facility is set to provide critical care for patients recovering from severe injuries and complex medical conditions. Comprehensive Care for Life-Changing Conditions This isn’t just another hospital. It’s a game-changer for those battling through tough recoveries. Patients here will receive…
IPL 2025 Eden Gardens crowd
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Security Concerns Force IPL 2025 Kolkata Match Rescheduling
Kolkata Knight Riders’ much-anticipated IPL showdown against Lucknow Super Giants on April 6 at Eden Gardens faces a likely reschedule, thanks to security constraints tied to the Ram Navami festivities. Police Denial Halts Cricket Spectacle It’s official: Kolkata police have declined to provide security clearance for the match. With over 20,000 Ram Navami processions expected across West Bengal, ensuring safety for a 65,000-strong crowd is a logistical nightmare. Cricket Association…
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Georgia Promise Scholarship Applications Now Open: What Families Need to Know
The Georgia Promise Scholarship program is officially open for applications, and families have until April 15 to apply for this potentially game-changing financial aid. Designed to offer greater educational freedom, the program aims to give parents more control over where and how their children learn. What Is the Georgia Promise Scholarship? The Georgia Promise Scholarship Act, also known as Senate Bill 233, became law in April 2024. The program provides…
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams
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ISRO Looks to Leverage Sunita Williams’ Experience After Her Return from Space
Indian space ambitions could get a boost from an unexpected source — veteran NASA astronaut Sunita Williams. Fresh off her nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Williams has caught the attention of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), with its chairman Dr. V. Narayanan expressing interest in tapping into her vast knowledge and experience. A Hero’s Welcome — And A New Opportunity Sunita Williams made a safe landing…
eye health
Health News
Your Eyes Might Be Telling You More About Your Health Than You Think
Subtle changes in your eyes could be hinting at serious health conditions — long before other symptoms even show up. From dementia to diabetes, your vision might reveal more than meets the eye. The Silent Warnings Hiding in Your Eyes The idea that the eyes are the window to the soul is poetic. But medically speaking, they’re more like a window to the body’s overall health. Turns out, many diseases…
Georgia Power Plant Scherer coal pollution
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EPA Rollbacks Shake Up Georgia’s Coal Plant Rules — Is Public Health on the Line?
The Environmental Protection Agency’s latest regulatory rollbacks are hitting Georgia’s coal plants — and the ripple effects could stretch from power plants to public health. Major Changes for Georgia’s Coal Giants Georgia’s two coal-fired power plants, Plant Bowen in Euharlee and Plant Scherer in Juliette, are no strangers to environmental scrutiny. Plant Scherer, known as the largest coal-fired plant in the world, now faces a new chapter of deregulation. EPA…
Uganda health crisis
Health News
Uganda’s Mpox Outbreak Escalates: Over 4,300 Cases and 31 Deaths Recorded
Uganda is grappling with a worsening mpox outbreak, with confirmed cases climbing to 4,342 and the death toll reaching 31. The capital city, Kampala, remains at the heart of the crisis as health officials race to contain the virus’s spread. Cases Surge, Kampala at the Epicenter Uganda’s Ministry of Health reported an additional 25 new cases in the past 24 hours, with 12 of those emerging from Kampala — the…
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Education News
Georgia Southern’s New Work-Study Program Puts Undergrads in the Lab — and on the Payroll
Georgia Southern University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics (COSM) has unveiled an innovative program designed to tackle a long-standing challenge: getting more undergraduates involved in research without forcing them to choose between lab time and a paycheck. Breaking Barriers to Research For years, many students eager to dive into research hit a wall — they either didn’t know how to get involved or couldn’t afford unpaid lab work on top…