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Tbilisi's New Yellow Box Road Markings: Smoother Crossings for Travelers and Locals
Tbilisi is rolling out yellow box markings for smoother junctions, and there's more good news: a handy price-comparison app and a fourth world title for judo star Tato Grigalashvili. Time to plan your trip!
Tbilisi introduces yellow box road markings to ease traffic at intersections
Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze announced the introduction of yellow box markings at intersections, a traffic management method used internationally. Drivers may enter the box only if they can clear it without blocking cross
Comparing Supermarket Prices in Georgia Just Got Easier: eKalata Launches Mobile App
The government price monitoring portal eKalata has launched mobile applications for iOS and Android, allowing users to compare supermarket prices in real-time, create virtual shopping baskets, and find nearby store locat
Tato Grigalashvili Becomes Four-Time World Judo Champion in Baku
Georgian judo star Tato Grigalashvili secured his fourth world championship title in the under-81kg category at the 2026 World Judo Championships in Baku, cementing his status as an absolute dominant force in his divisio
World Bank Raises Georgia's Economic Growth Forecast for 2026 to 7%
The World Bank has raised its forecast for Georgia's GDP growth in 2026 to 7% from 5%, while noting some slowdown factors. Georgia maintains the highest growth rates among South Caucasus countries.
Saba Skhvitaridze: Preserving Georgian Culinary Heritage Through Social Media
Saba Skhvitaridze shares Georgian culinary traditions on social media, showcasing traditional recipes and cooking techniques from her famous Room No. 6 penitentiary project 'Vitareba Dazabuli'. Through her work, she pres
New 166-Meter Observation Tower Opens at Veshapsheti-Kobis Gorge
The Veshapsheti-Kobis Gorge has opened a new observation tower standing 166 meters tall, offering breathtaking views of this stunning natural landmark. The tower provides visitors with panoramic vistas and access to one
Labour Permit in Georgia: A Consolidated Guide
On 1 March 2026, new labour permit rules came into effect in Georgia. This consolidated guide explains who needs a permit, the application process, and key requirements for foreign workers and entrepreneurs.
Cannabis Museum Opens in Ganja — a Unique Educational Project
London's famous Natural History Museum has partnered with Georgia's leading cannabis association to launch an unprecedented educational exhibition in Ganja. This groundbreaking initiative showcases the rich history and c
National Gastronomy Agency of Georgia Budget Approved at $2.2 Million
The newly established National Gastronomy Agency of Georgia will receive a 2027 budget of 5.74 million lari ($2.2 million), with over half allocated to staff salaries for 65 employees.
Thai Giant CP Group Eyes Investment in Anaklia Port and Vaziani Airport
Georgia's government held talks with Thai conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group) about participating in large-scale infrastructure and energy projects in the country, including development of Anaklia Port and Vaz
Shio III Receives Ecumenical Patriarchate Delegation
Georgian Orthodox Church Patriarch Shio III welcomed a delegation from Constantinople's Ecumenical Patriarchate, with both sides discussing interfaith relations and the Church's mission across Georgia and Europe.
Azerbaijan Railways Doubles Train Service Between Baku and Tbilisi
Azerbaijan Railways announces expansion of Baku-Tbilisi route to four daily trains starting November 1, 2026, with new budget-friendly standard-class cars reducing fares by approximately 30%.
Georgia's GDP Up by 6.3% in August 2026
Georgia's real GDP grew by 6.3% year-on-year in August 2026, with average growth for January-August reaching 7.6%. Growth was driven by manufacturing, information technology, financial services, trade, and transportation
Garbage Kids — an Estonian–Georgian collective on the happiness of creating
A documentary about Garbage Kids, a Georgian–Estonian collective of architects-turned-artists creating sustainable furniture from foraged and second-hand materials. The film follows their preparation for their first exhi
Review | Pirosmani — an aesthetically driven portrait of Georgia's most famous artist
A cinematic review of Giorgi Shengelaia's biopic about Nikoloz Pirosmani (1862–1918), Georgia's most celebrated painter. The film focuses on visual representation of Pirosmani's naive style rather than traditional narrat
Exploring Georgia's Thriving Eco-Tourism: A New Horizon for Adventure Seekers
Georgia's captivating landscapes and cultural treasures await adventure seekers ready to embark on an unforgettable eco-tourism journey.
Review | Pastorale — Otar Ioseliani’s summer of disconnection
City musicians and villagers share a summer but never a world in this patient, wry portrait of lives lived side by side. Otar Ioseliani's film Pastorale (1976) explores the contrast between urban and rural life in Georgi
Discover the New Cultural Center in Leuville: A Georgian Gem in Europe
Explore Leuville, a symbol of Georgia's cultural renaissance in Europe's heart, and immerse in its rich history and heritage.
Georgia Commemorates Sukhumi Day
In Georgia, the tragic date of the fall of Sukhumi is commemorated annually. This year marks the 33rd anniversary of the event, observed on September 27 as the Day of Memory and Sorrow.