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Atlanta’s Booming Construction Scene and the Rising Risk of Workplace Injuries
Atlanta’s skyline has become a symbol of ambition and progress. From gleaming new high-rises in Midtown to sprawling mixed-use developments along the Beltline, the city’s construction boom is transforming its identity. Cranes dot the horizon,...
Georgia Today: Fentanyl use study; Tariffs affect Ga. business; Furloughed federal workers speak out
Peter Biello: Welcome to the Georgia Today podcast. Here we bring you the latest reports from the GPB newsroom. On today's episode, a study finds old and young alike are using fentanyl and other stimulants at the same rate. Tariffs eaten to a...
Environmental Agency warns of heavy rain and strong winds across Georgia on October 29
The National Environmental Agency has issued a weather warning for Georgia on October 29, forecasting widespread rain and strong westerly winds in some regions. Forecasters also predict possible thunderstorms and storm surges reaching 4–5 points...
DNR: Delayed Harvest trout season begins Nov. 1 in Georgia
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) recently announced the start of the Delayed Harvest trout season on Saturday, Nov. 1. Anglers can look forward to freshly stocked streams and excellent fishing...
The Story of Earth’s Climate in 25 Discoveries: How Scientists Found the Connections Between Climate and Life
From an iceless greenhouse to a glacier-carved ‘snowball’, the Earth has cycled through extremes that have repeatedly reshaped the planet and its inhabitants. Donald Prothero takes readers on a sweeping 4.5-billion-year journey that reveals the...
IT residence permit to help Georgia’s tech sector competitiveness
Representatives of Georgia’s IT sector say that the introduction of a new IT residence permit will help local companies retain foreign specialists and create a more predictable business environment. Speaking to BMG, Temo Maghradze, Director of...
You Can Sleep and Pet Animals at This Airbnb in Georgia
One of my favorite trips with my now late father-in-law was to Dahlonega, Georgia. It was just a short drive from his home, but it was the first time he’d ever been. I’m a rock-loving gal who grew up in Georgia, so I visited Dahlonega more times...
Mosquitoes Found in Iceland for the First Time amid Climate Change
Mosquitoes Invade Iceland, Earth Darkens, and Bird Flu Returns Bird flu surges and a government shutdown collide, complicating efforts to track cases and protect flocks. By Rachel Feltman, Fonda Mwangi, Jeffery DelViscio & Alex Sugiura Carlo...
Man in full Nazi uniform assaults Georgia student outside college; video goes viral
A man wearing a full Nazi uniform assaulted a University of Georgia student outside a popular bar in downtown Athens, sparking widespread outrage after footage of the attack spread rapidly online. Witnesses said the suspect was denied entry to the...
'Only so sustainable': UNC-CH senior juggles acting and academics
Inside their hotel room in Florence, Italy, Sarah Grace Elliott and her mom attempt to cover one of the bright orange walls with a wrinkled white sheet. In front of the sheet is a wooden chair where Elliott sits across from her phone. It’s propped...
Widespread rain, cool temperatures forecast for North Georgia this week
ATLANTA, Georgia — Widespread rain is expected to arrive late Sunday, leading to a cool, wet, and breezy workweek for North Georgia. Meteorologists warn of gusty winds and significantly lower temperatures starting Monday. According to FOX 5 Storm...
Pacific development: The essential local ingredient for sustainability
Ads are appearing daily across online job boards for development roles in the Pacific – whether on Eco-Consult Pacific or LinkedIn. And most notable is the encouragement for regional and national candidates to apply. The reason is simple. Locals...
Georgia Harrison MBE: I’m a revenge porn survivor - having women-only tube carriages is essential'
14:51, 26 Oct 2025Updated 14:55, 26 Oct 2025 Georgia Harrison speaks out on TFL's decision to not have female only carriages on tubes(Image: PA) While enduring a traumatic court case which saw her ex boyfriend Stephen Bear sentenced to 21 months...
Lowndes farm honored at Georgia National Fair
LOWNDES CO – A Lowndes farm was honored with other family farms as the state’s newest Centennial Farms at the Georgia National Fair. Georgia honored fourteen family farms as the state’s newest Centennial Farms during the state’s annual Centennial...
Scientists warn against solar geoengineering: Dimming the sun could trigger climate chaos, famine and global conflict
Scientists warn against solar geoengineering: Dimming the sun could trigger climate chaos, famine and global conflict Solar geoengineering proposes spraying reflective particles like sulfur dioxide (SO?) into the atmosphere to mimic volcanic...
Georgia, Turkey strengthen Health Cooperation
Georgia: The Georgian Minister of Internally Displaced Persons, Labor, Health and Social Welfare, Mikheil Sarjveladze, visited the Richard Lugar Public Health Research Center, together with Turkish Minister of Health Kemal Memishoglu, on Tuesday,...
Georgia 5-star QB commit Jared Curtis throws 6 TD passes in dominant win
Nashville (Tenn.) Christian five-star quarterback Jared Curtis, a longtime Georgia commit, is a special talent. The 6-4, 225-pounder put those elite abilities on display Friday night. During a 65-12 thumping of Ezell-Harding Christian, 247Sports'...
Bird-Watching for Nature Connection & Social Justice
By Mike DiGirolamo Wildlife biologist and ornithologist Corina Newsome of the U.S. NGO National Wildlife Federation joins Mongabay’s podcast to discuss how bird-watching plays a role in environmental justice for underserved communities in urban...
Fulton County Schools cutting budget by $95 million to avoid ‘financial ruin’
Support local news in ATL Atlanta’s best morning newsletter Rough Draft is a clever, curated, and concise email to help you stay up-to-date. Key Points: • FCS Superintendent Mike Looney said the district’s financial house is in order, but up to...