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East-West University Signs Groundbreaking Partnership with Arizona State University to Become a Regional Hub in the Caucasus for Innovative, Interdisciplinary, and International Education in Georgia
Georgia Today
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June 24, 2025
East-West University is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Arizona State University (ASU)—ranked the most innovative university in the United States for ten consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report (2016-2025). Through this...
Comprehensive Treatment of Functional Dyspepsia Using Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Review Based on Pathophysiological Perspectives
Dove Medical Press
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June 23, 2025
Introduction Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are a prevalent syndrome characterized by gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms of indeterminate etiology, often manifesting as alterations in bowel sensitivity, peristalsis, or both.1 Functional...
Lewis “Lew” John Hicks, 82
Port City Daily - North Carolina
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July 16, 2025
WILMINGTON — Lewis “Lew” John Hicks of Wilmington, NC passed away on June 22 at the age of 82. Lew was born November 27, 1942 in Romulus, NY to John and Georgia (Gable) Hicks. When he and his brothers, Dave and Keith, were not causing mischief or...
SGMC Health announces new leadership for stroke program
Valdosta Daily Times - Georgia
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June 20, 2025
Published 5:49 pm Friday, June 20, 2025 SGMC Health Stroke Program Co-Directors Cole Seaton, DO, emergency medicine, and Roohi Farooq, MD, neurology. (Submitted photo) VALDOSTA — SGMC Health has named Cole Seaton, DO, emergency medicine, and Roohi...
Ukrainians forcibly deported by Russia held in basement without food, water, media reports
The Kyiv Independent
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June 21, 2025
Over 45 Ukrainians forcibly deported by Russia from Ukraine's occupied territories are being held in a basement at Russia's border with Georgia without food, water, and basic healthcare, independent media outlet Astra reported on June 21. "We are...
Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Georgia holds third Jalsa Salana
Al Hakam
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June 20, 2025
Haroon Ahmad Ata, Missionary, Georgia Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Georgia held its third Jalsa Salana on 30-31 May 2025 in the city of Tbilisi. Attendees travelled from far and wide to be part of this blessed gathering. We were honoured to receive a...
NEET UG 2025 Result: Getting a seat in India seems difficult? Here’s how to choose the right medical college abroad
The Indian Express
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June 21, 2025
With NEET UG 2025 results declared and 12,36,531 students clearing the exam, the limited availability of just 1.25 lakh MBBS seats in India is compelling many qualified candidates to explore alternative options — ranging from allied health science...
Opinion | As the Church and government clash in Armenia, democracy falls victim
Open Caucasus Media
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June 20, 2025
Georgia’s new foreign agent law means OC Media’s team could face prison for speaking truth to power. Join the fight for free media in the Caucasus for as little as €5 and enjoy exclusive benefits from our team as a thank you. Become a member After...
NGOs: We condemn the enforcement of Russian laws – We do not and will not live by Russian rules
Inter Press News
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Georgian non-governmental organizations condemn the enforcement of Russian laws, according to a joint statement by these organizations. The Georgian NGOs express solidarity with their colleagues who have been approached by the Anti-Corruption...
President of Abkhazia on relations with Georgia, dialogue with opposition, and overcoming energy crisis
JAMnews
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June 20, 2025
President of Abkhazia Badr Gunba gave an extensive interview to the Apsnypress news agency, in which he outlined his administration’s priorities in both domestic and foreign policy. According to Gunba, the main goal of the Geneva International...
NGOs: “We fight together — for each other, for our beneficiaries, and for free Georgia”
JAMnews
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June 20, 2025
Joint statement by Georgian NGOs Georgian non-governmental organisations have issued a joint statement condemning the adoption of restrictive laws, particularly the law on the registration of foreign agents (FARA). The authors express solidarity...
Emigration from Georgia: Turning a National Challenge into a Strategic Advantage
Forbes Georgia
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June 20, 2025
As global migration trends surge in the 21st century, the small nation of Georgia—perched at the crossroads of Europe and Asia—has emerged as a critical case study. With nearly one in four citizens now living abroad, Georgia is grappling with the...
Pashinyan says people in Armenia live better than in 2018 – they disagree
The California Courier
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“Today, people in Armenia live approximately 50% better than they did in 2018, even taking inflation into account,” Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated during a discussion of last year’s state budget execution report. According to him, in April...
Italian PM trumpets plan to boost African economies at EU summit
Punch
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June 20, 2025
Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni on Friday will host European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen in Rome for a summit aimed at boosting African economies in a bid to curb illegal migration to the bloc. Meloni, whose far-right Brothers...
Nonpharmacist Membership on Boards of Pharmacy Continues to Expand
Pharmacy Times
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June 19, 2025
In the United States, the practice of pharmacy is governed at the state level. Each state has different laws, rules, and regulations that direct the profession. The 50 states, and most US territories, have a board of pharmacy (BOP), although some...
During the meeting, the parties touched upon the programmes implemented in the healthcare sector of the two countries, in particular, issues related to influenza vaccinations and medical insurance
Aravot
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On June 19, the Chair of the RA NA Standing Committee on Health Care Arsen Torosyan met with the Chairperson of the Healthcare and Social Issues Committee of the Parliament of Georgia Zaza Lominadze. During the meeting, the parties touched upon...
Ivanishvili begins to enforce Russian laws with the Putin and Lukashen...
Georgian Business Consulting
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June 18, 2025
Tbilisi (GBC) - Transparency International Georgia writes on social media that “Ivanishvili is starting to enforce Russian laws with the Putin and Lukashenko scenario.” They say that the Anti-Corruption Bureau began enforcing Russian laws on June...
Coastal GA Schools Vaccination & Screening Clinics for 2025
Savannah Herald - Georgia
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June 18, 2025
Several counties in the Coastal Health District are offering special summer immunization and screening clinics to help families avoid the back to school rush. If you have a child entering: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 7th grade, or 11th grade, they may...
Which countries have rabies? How to avoid disease after woman dies following Morocco holiday
Metro
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June 19, 2025
Rabies can be fatal if it is not treated immediately (Picture: Getty Images) A British woman has died of rabies after she was ‘scratched’ by a puppy while on holiday in Morocco. Yvonne Ford, 59, from Barnsley, South Yorkshire, had what has been...
Which countries have rabies? How to avoid disease after woman dies following Morocco holiday
Metro
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June 19, 2025
Rabies can be fatal if it is not treated immediately (Picture: Getty Images) A British woman has died of rabies after she was ‘scratched’ by a puppy while on holiday in Morocco. Yvonne Ford, 59, from Barnsley, South Yorkshire, had what has been...