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Tether to launch 'official' stablecoin in Georgia, with government support

Tether, a major stablecoin issuer, is set to launch a digital token for the Georgian lari. This move has the backing of Georgia's government, signaling the country's embrace of digital assets. The token, named GELT, aims to boost cross-border trade and fintech development. Georgia is already a significant player in…

The Economic Times

Trump Tower in Georgia to be built on land part-owned by son of US sanctions-hit leader

Links between Trump Organization and Ivanishvili family for Tbilisi skyscraper raise new conflict of interest concerns

The Guardian - UK

Georgia lawmakers make some county races nonpartisan, enact five other election bills in 2026

The Georgia General Assembly adjourned its 2026 regular legislative session on April 2 after sending six election-related bills to Gov. Brian Kemp (R). Kemp signed the bills on May 11 and 12.

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Greg Dolezal and John F. Kennedy advanced from the May 19 Republican primary for lieutenant governor of Georgia to the June 16 primary runoff

Since no candidate won 50% of the vote in the Republican primary for lieutenant governor of Georgia, the top two vote getters — Greg Dolezal (R) and John F. Kennedy (R) — advanced to the Republican primary runoff on June 16, 2026. Ahead of the Republican primary on May 19,…

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Meta data center allegedly muddies Georgia town's drinking water, investigation underway — EPA promises immediate investigation after congresswoman brings dirty jars of water to hearing

Morgan County residents are complaining about dirty water coming out of their faucets ever since Meta began constructing a data center near the area.

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Georgia Retirees Could Save Thousands Under New Senior Tax Deduction Rules Taking Effect in 2026

Georgia retirees may soon see a much friendlier tax bill as new senior deduction rules roll out in 2026. These updates aim to ease the financial pressure on older residents living on fixed incomes while dealing with rising living costs. State lawmakers designed the changes to expand tax relief and…

The Free Financial Advisor

Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr., a former Bulldog, arrested on suspicion of reckless driving in Georgia

Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last week on suspicion of speeding and reckless driving

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Georgia Families Say Classroom Support for Neurodivergent Students Is Shrinking

For many Georgia parents, getting classroom support for neurodivergent children is becoming more stressful, not less. Families of students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing differences say accommodations that once helped children succeed now feel harder to secure or maintain. In some districts, parents report larger class sizes, staffing…

Kids Ain't Cheap

Bojangles Is Going Into EV Fast Charging

The beloved Southern food brand opened its first DC fast charging station in Savannah, Georgia. More are in the works.

InsideEVs

Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffs

Donald Trump's persistent claims of a fraudulent 2020 election continue to dominate Georgia's Republican primaries, influencing candidates for governor, secretary of state, and U.S. Senate. Loyalty to Trump's election narratives is proving politically advantageous within the GOP, even as some express concern about alienating the broader electorate.

The Economic Times

New documentary sees AOC visit Trump country where voters embrace her in fight over new data center

The documentary sees the New York Congresswoman travel to Morgan County, Georgia, where Trump won over 70 percent of the vote in 2024

The Independent UK

Keisha Bottoms won the Democratic primary for governor in Georgia

Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) defeated six other candidates to win the Democratic Party primary for governor on May 19, 2026, receiving 58% of the vote. Lance and three other candidates — Geoff Duncan, Jason Esteves, and Michael Thurmond — led in polling, fundraising, and media coverage ahead of the primary.

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Incumbents Charlie Bethel, Sarah Hawkins Warren, and Ben Land defeated challengers Miracle Ranking and Jen Jordan in the general election for Georgia Supreme Court on May 19, 2026

Incumbents Charlie Bethel, Sarah Hawkins Warren, and Ben Land defeated challengers Miracle Rankin and Jen Jordan in the general election for Georgia Supreme Court on May 19, 2026. Bethel ran against Rankin. Warren ran against Jordan. Land was unopposed.

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Jasmine Clark (D) defeated Everton Blair Jr. (D), Emanuel Jones (D), Heavenly Kimes (D), and two other candidates in the Democratic primary for Georgia's 13th Congressional District

Jasmine Clark (D) defeated Everton Blair Jr. (D), Emanuel Jones (D), Heavenly Kimes (D), and two other candidates in the Democratic primary for Georgia's 13th Congressional District on May 19, 2026. Clark, Blair, Jones, and Kimes led in fundraising, endorsements, and local media attention.

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Houston Gaines (R) defeated Jeff Baker (R) and Ryan Millsap (R) in the Republican primary for Georgia's 10th Congressional District on May 19, 2026

Houston Gaines (R) defeated Jeff Baker (R) and Ryan Millsap (R) in the Republican primary for Georgia's 10th Congressional District on May 19, 2026. Gaines and Millsap led the candidate field in local media attention.

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The $250 Rebate: Which States Are Sending Out Surprise Tax Checks This Month (and Who Is Excluded)

With inflation still squeezing household budgets, surprise tax rebates and relief checks are becoming one of the most talked-about financial stories of 2026. Several states...

The Independent UK

Trump got his revenge on ‘disloyal’ Republicans in primaries. It leaves his party weaker in the midterms

ANALYSIS: Trump’s singular focus on exacting revenge already put one Senate seat at risk. Eric Garcia reveals how he now risks putting another one at risk

International Business Times UK

'They Are Literally Taking My Childhood Home': Woman in Desperate Battle to Save Mother's Home From Data Centre Developers

A Georgia family is fighting to save their home from being acquired for a data centre project, highlighting tensions between technological expansion and community preservation.

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The Guardian - US

Trump says ‘there won’t be escalation’ with Cuba after US indictment of former president Raúl Castro – as it happened

Cuba’s government has also accused US of hypocrisy after acting US attorney general announced indictment of former Cuban president over downed planes

International Business Times UK

Georgia Election Results: Brad Raffensperger Defeated as Trump Allies Complete Total Takeover of State GOP

Georgia's latest Republican primaries have ousted Brad Raffensperger and other Trump critics, installing a slate of MAGA‑aligned candidates from governor to Congress.

The Guardian - US

Georgia mayor who fired town’s entire police force resigns, citing family ‘health concerns’

Ron Shinnick did not mention the firing of the Cohutta police force, which was later rehired, in resignation letter

Louder

Warner E. Hodges' band includes members of the Georgia Satellites, Hanoi Rocks, Jason & the Scorchers, and the Bottle Rockets. You should go see them

Warner E. Hodges and the International All Stars hit the UK twice this year

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: president forces out another Republican who crossed him

Thomas Massie, who repeatedly broke with Trump, lost to retired Navy Seal Ed Gallrein who was recruited into the race by the president. Key US politics stories from Tuesday 19 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

Georgia’s Republican races for governor and US Senate head to June runoffs

Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic primary outright, while Republicans Burt Jones and Rick Jackson will face off

The Independent UK

Jones and Jackson head to GOP runoff for Georgia governor race

The Republican nominee will try to hold onto the governor’s office for the party, which has won every election to the post since 2002

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