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Georgia Man Is Killed, After Holding 5 Firefighters Hostage
April 10, 2013 The suspect apparently faked a heart attack to get the firefighters to the home. Once, he had the hostages, he began demanding his electricity, cell phone and cable be turned back on.
The Salt
Wine And Food May Rekindle Love Lost Between Russia And Georgia
December 17, 2012 Many Russians will join their Georgian neighbors in feasting on Georgian specialties for St. Barbara's Day. But the countries' political relations have led to restrictions on imports of Georgian wine and mineral water. A recent thawing offers hope for a sweeter future.
Shots - Health News
Georgia Immigration Law Trips Up Doctors And Nurses
November 12, 2012 WABEA new immigration law in Georgia requires everyone licensed by the state to prove citizenship. But the law is having an unintended consequence: many health care workers, included doctors and nurses, are losing their licenses because of a paperwork backlog.
13.7: Cosmos And Culture
An October Anniversary For Our Universe — And A 9,000-Year-Old Earth
October 7, 2012 In the 17th century, an Irish bishop famously concluded that the universe was created on October 23, 4004 BC. Scientists know that our universe, and our Earth, are much more ancient than that. Not everyone agrees, even in the year 2012.
Shots - Health News
New Funds Could Shorten Waiting Lists For AIDS Drugs
July 28, 2012 Some states, like Georgia, have a waiting list for people who need help paying for AIDS drugs. With increased federal funding on its way for HIV/AIDS treatment, states are hoping that they can care for more people. But the cost of care remains high, so the waits may remain, too.
It's All Politics
Can A Win In Georgia Bring Gingrich's Campaign Back From The Dead Again?
March 3, 2012 To hear him tell it, the rumors of Newt Gingrich's demise have been greatly exaggerated. The former House speaker is banking on a big showing Tuesday in his home state of Georgia to salvage a campaign that's been declared dead a number of times.
The Picture Show
100 Words: On Photographing In Atlanta
June 27, 2011 Photographer David Walter Banks describes what it's like to grow up and work in Atlanta — in about 100 words.
The Two-Way
Georgia To Change Official Language To English
September 27, 2010 Georgia has changed its second official language to English from Russian. The move is part of an official effort to push the country closer to the West, and away from Russia.
Blog Of The Nation
Bringing Back The Georgia Theatre In Athens
August 31, 2010 The Georgia Theatre in Athens burned from the inside out in 2009. Owner Wilmot Greene is rebuilding, balancing historic building requirements with 2011 building codes. He's hopeful about reopening soon, and bringing in some cash.
The Two-Way
Nathan Deal Wins GA GOP Guv Nod; Handel Concedes
August 11, 2010 Nathan Deal wins Georgia GOP nomination for governor as Karen Handel concedes.
The Two-Way
Deal, Handel Locked In Tight Georgia Race For GOP Gov Nod
August 10, 2010 Nathan Deal and Karen Handel were locked in a tight race for Georgia Republican gubernatorial nod.
Blog Of The Nation
Growing Georgia
February 21, 2008 Georgia's got a plan to alleviate the state's drought... move in on Tennessee.
