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Kobakhidze: Ukraine pushed Georgia to open a second front, Duda’s remarks confirm
Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze told reporters that Ukrainian authorities had openly pressured Georgia to open a second front in the war against Russia, and that recent remarks by former Polish President Andrzej Duda only reaffirm this. “We all...

Armenia and China sign strategic partnership agreement
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Trump upsetting U.S. allies needed to counter China’s growing influence
Breadcrumb Trail Links News World Author of the article: Associated Press Chris Megerian, Didi Tang And Kim Tong-hyung Published Sep 09, 2025 • 4 minute read President Donald Trump speaks to the White House Religious Liberty Commission during an...

Kakha Kaladze on protesters: If Michael Jackson were alive, he would have remade Thriller with the involvement of these people - no makeup, no make-up artists, no costumes would be needed
If Michael Jackson were alive, he would have remade Thriller with the involvement of these people - no makeup, no make-up artists, no costumes would be needed, - Tbilisi Mayor and mayoral candidate Kakha Kaladze said when speaking about the...

Groove Technologies steals the spotlight at SmartSoft’s Georgia event
Groove Technologies’ Account Manager Nathalie brought signature energy and excellence to the heart of the Caucasus during a vibrant industry gathering hosted by SmartSoft, one of the region’s most innovative gaming providers. The event, held under...

Georgia to face Türkiye in World Cup Qualifier in Tbilisi
The Georgian national football team will take on Türkiye in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying match today at Tbilisi’s Dinamo Arena. Kick-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. The game will be broadcast live on GPB’s First Channel and First Channel Sport....

Alexander Kovalenko: This Is The Last Convulsion Of The Russian Army
2 Alexander Kovalenko What's wrong with Gerasimov's "maps". Russia's summer offensive has failed, but Moscow is trying to pass it off as a success. On the map, shown by the Russian General Staff, even the outskirts of Pokrovsk and the Dobropillya...

Restaurant Review: Cozy Georgian Dishes at Sami Sumeli
Adjarian khachapuri (photos by Jana Birchum) Impossible though it may seem, the miserable heat of the summer will eventually end. We’ll reach for our jackets and trade in our cold brew for hot coffee, and we’ll want some rib-sticking meals to warm...
Consequences for Georgia After the Peace Declaration Between Azerbaijan and Armenia
Executive Summary: The recent peace declaration between Armenia and Azerbaijan on August 8—mediated by the United States—has stirred great interest in Georgia, as it signals an increased Western presence in the South Caucasus. The ruling Georgian...
PM’s Spelling Bee’s shining stars
Young spelling stars of the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee head to State and Territory Finals this week, after NSW students blitzed the record field in the national School Round, emerging top of the heap in two of the three age categories, with...

Author Chris Skates to Present “Moonshine Over Georgia” at Senoia Historical Society
SENOIA, GA – The Senoia Area Historical Society will welcome author Chris Skates for a presentation on his novel “Moonshine Over Georgia,” sharing true stories that inspired his work about the harsh realities of the illegal liquor trade and its...

Spirit Of The Week: Ararat Dvin Armenian Brandy
Winston Churchill’s favorite spirit makes a superb introduction to one of the world’s best and oldest brandy traditions. (Ararat Dvin Armenian Brandy.) “Brandy production is a journey of mastery, passion, and deep respect for the craft. It...

Judith Collins makes secret visit to site of Russian missile attack in Kyiv
1News Europe Correspondent Kate Nicol-Williams travelled to Ukraine with the New Zealand Government delegation and filed this report on her return to Poland. Defence Minister Judith Collins has just completed a top-secret visit to Ukraine's...

Our doublethink legacy media
Last year when I was asked to write a chapter for a US book on the incredible inroads and attacks on our civil liberties during the thuggish Covid lockdown years I decided, in part, to rank the worst offending groups. The lawyerly and doctorly...

Tony winners and movie adaptations star in Houston's 12 best shows of September
September might just be the best and busiest month for theater and performing arts lovers in Houston. Local theater companies begin their 25-26 seasons and presenters bring in some of the biggest shows of the year. Across the city, stages rock on...

Iran’s Planned Railway To The Black Sea Will Be Dependent On Azerbaijan
A popular Telegram channel falsely claimed that this is a “checkmate to US/Zangezur plans” and even shared a map showing a different route than what was confirmed in order to mislead their audience. Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan...

College football and NFL TV schedule: Sept. 4-8, 2025
Published 5:00 pm Wednesday, September 3, 2025 COLLEGE FOOTBALL Friday, Sept. 5 6 p.m. ESPN2 – James Madison at Louisville 6:30 p.m. Big Ten – Northern Illinois at Maryland 8 p.m. FS1 – Eastern Washington at Boise StateSaturday, Sept. 6 11 a.m....

Richard Galliano New Viaggio Trio at International Arts Festival ‘Tbilisi Rhythm’ in Marjanishvili Theater
RICHARD GALLIANO NEW VIAGGIO TRIO on Sepember 9 for the closoing of Soso Lagidze International Arts Festival ‘Tbilisi Rhythm’ in Marjanishvili Theater A one-of-a-kind live event that transforms the lasting legacy of VIAGGIO and emotional...

Oregon artist Sherrie Wolf brings life to still life in Pendleton
Published 12:00 pm Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Yasser Marte | East Oregonian PENDLETON — Oregon artist Sherrie Wolf’s latest exhibition of bold colors, vivid details and large-scale still life paintings opened Aug. 21 in the East Oregonian...

Southern Arts Invitational show opens at the arts center
Published 2:01 pm Wednesday, September 3, 2025 MOULTRIE – The Arts Center of Moultrie welcomed community members, artists, and art enthusiasts to its annual Southern Arts Invitational Exhibition Opening Reception on Thursday, August 28. This...