Study Reveals 2M Extra Deaths Post China’s COVID Restrictions Lift

TL/DR - China's decision to abandon its strict COVID-19 regimen may have resulted in nearly 2 million excess deaths in two months, according to a study by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle. Researchers say this number far exceeds the official Chinese government estimate of 60,000 COVID-19 deaths since the zero-COVID policy was…

8 Candidates Qualify: RNC Announces Milwaukee GOP Debate

Eight Republicans qualify for first 2024 presidential primary debate The Republican National Committee (RNC) has announced the eight candidates who have qualified for the first 2024 presidential primary debate. The list includes North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former South…

Georgia Breaks Economic Development Records for Third Year in a Row

Article Summary Georgia broke records for economic development in Fiscal Year 2023, with total investments in facility expansions and new locations exceeding $24 billion and resulting in 38,400 new jobs. The majority of these jobs and investments were outside of the Atlanta region. The state's success is attributed to its pro-business approach,…

Yakult Chooses Bartow County for Second US Production Facility

Article Summary Yakult U.S.A., a Japanese probiotic beverage company, will build its second U.S. facility in Bartow County, Georgia. The new facility is expected to create more than 90 jobs and involve an investment of approximately $305 million. Yakult's decision to locate in Georgia was influenced by the state's business climate, logistics…