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Posted inJapan
Botanical Garden Unveils First Bilingual Sign Celebrating Cherry Trees as Symbols of Japanese Friendship
The Atlanta Botanical Garden on Dec. 11 unveiled its first bilingual sign, celebrating a longstanding relationship with Japan that continues to bloom more than 50 years after the first seeds of friendship were planted.
Posted inBahamas
From Sanford Stadium to Sanford Drive: Trump Names UGA Football Legend Herschel Walker Ambassador to Bahamas
University of Georgia football legend Herschel Walker, who lost a close U.S. Senate race in 2022 despite strong backing from Donald Trump, has been revealed as the president-elect’s pick for ambassador to the Bahamas.
Posted inMiddle East - North Africa
Authors Amplified: Why This Part of the Middle East Is ‘The Center of the World’
For those of a certain age and generation, mention of the Persian Gulf conjures images of war — or at least the threat of conflict breaking out in what has become a turbulent neighborhood in recent years.
Posted inJapan
Two Georgians Honored by Japanese Government for Boosting Economic, Cultural Ties
The Japanese government has conferred honors on two Georgians being decorated for their work promoting cultural and economic exchanges between the state and Japan.
Posted inMiddle East - North Africa
Abu Dhabi to Atlanta: Etihad to Add Hartsfield-Jackson to Route Map Next Summer
Atlanta is among the 10 new international cities that Middle Eastern carrier Etihad Airways is set to add to its route map next summer with new nonstop flights.
Posted inBarbados
Barbados Reps: Atlantans, Don’t Let the Beaches Distract You From Business
With a new nonstop flight to Barbados, Atlantans should come to the eastern Caribbean island to experience the sun, sea and sand, government officials said during a launch party for the new Delta Air Lines route Friday.
But beaches shouldn’t distract them from business.
Posted inBelgium
King’s Day Sets Tone for Belgium’s 2025 Plans in Atlanta
Always a celebratory soiree each November, this year’s Belgian King’s Day celebration carried special significance for the Consulate General of Belgium in Atlanta.
Posted inMiddle East - North Africa
New Flights to Saudi Arabia From Atlanta in the Offing?
Atlanta could soon gain new flights to Saudi Arabia through one of Delta Air Lines Inc.’s announced partnerships with two airlines in the country.
Posted inFrance
Atlanta Culinary Stars Shine in City’s Second Year in Michelin Guide
Four Atlanta restaurants gained single Michelin stars last month, bringing the city’s total of starred restaurants to nine in the second year it has been reviewed in the French tire firm’s renowned travel and dining guide.