Georgia

Pete Skandalakis will take over the Georgia election interference case after Fani Willis’ removal, becoming the only prosecutor willing to handle charges against 14 remaining defendants while reviewing the vast case file.

Georgia becomes first US state to introduce bill against ‘Hinduphobia’

Republican Senators Shawn Still and Clint Dixon, along with Democratic Senators Jason Esteves and Emanuel D Jones, have jointly backed the legislation.

Pro-EU protests erupt in Georgia after opposition leader's arrest, PM calls it 'preventive' | N18G

On December 3, Nika Gvaramia, leader of one of Georgia's four main opposition parties, was detained by police in Tbilisi after being beaten unconscious. The incident occurred amid ongoing protests against the government's decision to suspend EU membership talks. Gvaramia, a former justice minister and ally of ex-President Mikheil Saakashvili, was captured on video being carried by police after being knocked unconscious. The protests, which have been ongoing for seven nights, are fueled by opposition criticism of the government's pro-Russian stance and its abandonment of the West. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze defended the police's actions, claiming they were necessary to prevent a revolution. However, the opposition and human rights advocates have accused the government of turning authoritarian, with allegations of police brutality and torture against detained protesters. The crisis highlights deepening political divisions in the country, as many view the government’s actions as a step away from European integration.

Georgia suspends talks on joining the EU for 4 years, accusing the bloc of 'blackmail'

The EU has previously announced that the talks on Georgia’s accession to the bloc had been de-facto halted because of its backsliding on democracy.

Kamala Harris to flex star power at Georgia rally with Springsteen, Obama

The event is the latest by the Harris campaign to capitalize on endorsements from movie and music stars to rally voters in the closing days of a tight election race against Republican rival Donald Trump.

World Tourism Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, and Significance

World Tourism Day, celebrated on September 27th each year, highlights the significance of tourism in fostering cultural understanding and promoting sustainable practices. In 2024, the theme focuses on the vital connection between tourism and world peace, urging travelers and industry stakeholders to embrace responsible tourism. With Georgia as the host country, this year's celebration showcases the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of the region. Join the global community in recognizing the impact of tourism and its potential to create a more sustainable and harmonious world.

US judge dismisses three counts in Trump election case in Georgia

A Georgia judge on Thursday dismissed three of the counts in the indictment accusing former US president Donald Trump and co-defendants of conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the southern state.

Mother of US mass shooting suspect called school before attack to 'find son immediately'

Phone records provided by a relative to the Washington Post show a 10-minute call to Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, at 9:50 am, about 30 minutes before the attack began.

Euro 2024: Spain fight back, beat Georgia to set up clash with Germany

Spain's victory sets up a highly anticipated clash with Germany in Stuttgart, promising another chapter in their storied football rivalry.

Georgian Parliament Erupts in Chaos: Lawmakers Clash Over 'Foreign Agents' Bill

Georgian lawmakers came to blows in parliament on Monday (April 15) as ruling party legislators looked set to advance a controversial bill on "foreign agents" that has been criticized by Western countries and sparked protests at home. Watch the video!

$400 Million Monkey-breeding facility sparks protests in Southwest Georgia

Local residents and animal rights activists voice opposition to Safer Human Medicine's plan to construct a facility housing up to 30,000 long-tailed macaques for medical research in Southwest Georgia, prompting calls to the Bainbridge City Council to intervene. The company's executives' previous involvement in a scandal regarding the smuggling of wild monkeys raises further concerns. Watch the video to know more.

Indian student in US hammered to death by homeless drug addict

The horrifying incident was caught on camera when assailant Julian Faulkner mercilessly struck Vivek Saini nearly 50 times on the head with a hammer.

Indian student, 25, hammered to death by homeless man he had sheltered in US

The horrifying incident was caught on camera when assailant Julian Faulkner mercilessly struck Vivek Saini nearly 50 times on the head with a hammer.

Fire destroys thousands works of art at the main gallery in Georgia's separatist region of Abkhazia

The blaze swept through the Central Exhibition Hall on Sunday in the city of Sukhumi, where the gallery was located on the second floor of a building. The cause of the fire has not been determined.

This US restaurant levies 'adult surcharge' on diners unable to handle their kids. See post

The information was mentioned at the bottom of the menu, however, no amount was specified. But, according to recent reviews on Google, the surcharge is $50 (Rs 4,161 approximately). The note at the bottom also urged diners to be respectful towards staff or they will be refused service.

Love of Food: An odyssey through Georgia

Georgian food is a symphony of tastes and textures — this tiny country on the crossroads of the Silk Route between Europe and Asia, draws inspiration from the various cultures and nations that have invaded it as well as been its guests — with influences from China, Persia, Central Asia and Russia.

US state of Georgia officially declares October as 'Hindu Heritage Month'

In a proclamation, Governor Brian Kemp declared October as the 'Hindu Heritage' month. It said that the Hindu heritage will be celebrated by focusing on its culture and the diverse spiritual traditions rooted in India.

First US nuclear reactor in seven years goes online

The Vogtle Unit 3 near Waynesboro, in the southeastern state of Georgia, has begun serving some 500,000 homes and businesses, operator Georgia Power said in a statement.

Man spends Rs 66 lakh to increase length of his legs by 7 inches

The New York Post report also stated that for a long time, Dynzell Sigers had done research on how increase his height but could not do so.

Russia restores visa-free access for Georgians, lifts flight ban

The move represents a sharp warming in relations between Moscow and Tbilisi, which have been among the most strained in the former Soviet Union, but which have improved in recent years.

Love of heritage: Traipsing through tantalising Tbilisi, the Georgian capital

The Unesco describes Tbilisi, the fifth-century capital city, standing between Asia and Europe, as a grand sample of Georgian urban heritage, where foreign influences have seeped into the course of the centuries and tradition.

Heady trips: 10 countries to visit in Europe for heritage wines

If it's heritage wines, it must be Europe. Here are the wine regions, across western, eastern and central parts of the continent, that have been designated Unesco World Heritage sites.

Georgia is a new front in Russia’s hybrid war

Georgia’s fragile democracy — one of the few staunch US and European allies in the region until recently — is now in Vladimir Putin's sights

US: Fatal shooting erupts at Georgia party with over 100 teens

Investigators have been piecing together what transpired at the Douglasville home.

Joe Biden welcomed back to Georgia after laying low in midterms

Political observers expect Georgia to again be pivotal in the 2024 general election, joining Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan and Arizona as critical battlegrounds.