Latest news with #Georgians
Business Upturn
13 hours ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Blue Navy Recovery Ramps Up Services to Handle Increased Claims for Unclaimed Property in Georgia
Irvine, CA, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blue Navy Recovery, a professional unclaimed property recovery firm, announced today the expansion of its service operations in Georgia to manage a growing volume of state-held asset claims. This move reflects growing demand for unclaimed property recovery in Georgia—delivering trusted, no-upfront-cost recovery assistance for individuals and families. Blue Navy Recovery expands service operations to address growing unclaimed property recovery needs in Georgia. With experience navigating Georgia's complex claims process, Blue Navy Recovery offers full-service handling—from eligibility checks and paperwork to agency communication and verification. Clients don't need to interact with government agencies or decipher procedural forms; the firm takes on the entire burden. This expansion comes as Blue Navy continues to see success through a growing number of client-reported outcomes on Google, demonstrating how its personalized service model helps claimants navigate the system efficiently. 'We've seen a spike in demand across Georgia, and this expansion is about meeting that need with speed and integrity,' said David Dorfman, Managing Partner at Blue Navy Recovery. 'Every successful recovery tells a story—and we're here to make sure more Georgians are part of that success.' This announcement comes alongside a similar announcement that the company is increasing services across the Unclaimed Property in California service as well. The firm's model is performance-based, meaning clients owe nothing unless their claim is successfully paid. Each case is personally managed by trained recovery specialists—not automated systems—ensuring accuracy and personal support. Client experiences shared on platforms such as Google and Yelp reinforce the impact Blue Navy is making across the Southeast. The company recently celebrated their 200th successful unclaimed property recovery case alongside their 40th 5-star review, a story that was picked up by media outlets like Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider, and Globe Newswire. Blue Navy's personalized guidance and support materials make it easy for residents to determine eligibility and understand the Georgia claims process. Clients can explore the process, read relevant user studies, and get started at the official website. Logo of Blue Navy Recovery, a trusted leader supporting unclaimed property claims across Georgia. About Blue Navy Recovery Blue Navy Recovery is a professional unclaimed property recovery firm that helps individuals and families recover lost or forgotten funds held by the state. With deep experience navigating the claims process in California and Georgia, we've helped return millions of dollars to rightful owners. We handle the paperwork, follow-ups, and filing — so you don't have to. Our team only collects a percentage of the recovered amount, with no upfront cost. Press inquiries Blue Navy Recovery David Dorfman [email protected] (619) 215-1972
Civil.ge
a day ago
- Politics
- Civil.ge
Kobakhidze Downplays Concerns Over EU Visa-Free Suspension as Mere Fear of 'Visa Lines'
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze downplayed concerns about the potential suspension of the EU's visa-free regime with Georgia, saying that it would only mean people queuing at embassies for visas again, while claiming that the majority of the population cares about 'real national priorities.' He further claimed that, economically, visa-free travel encourages migration, which he described as a downside of the privilege Georgians have enjoyed since 2017. 'There is a part of the population for whom not having to stand in visa lines is the highest value and the highest priority,' Kobakhidze said on a late-night interview with pro-government Rustavi 2, when asked about possible public reaction if the EU suspends the visa-free regime. He said that only these people, whom he insisted 'cannot be the majority,' would take to the streets in protest. 'But the majority of the population has other priorities – they know very well what the real national priorities are,' Kobakhidze added. 'These are preserving peace, maintaining stability, preserving values, developing the economy, and so on.' Kobakhidze said the 'vast majority' of Georgians will stand for 'peace' and 'stability,' which Georgian Dream members often contrast with the visa-free regime. Georgia has until the end of August to address the European Commission's eight recommendations, as the bloc of 27 warns of suspending visa-free travel — a 'key milestone' in EU-Georgia relations since its introduction in 2017, which the Commission said has delivered 'tangible benefits' to Georgians. Among the recommendations is the repeal of legislation cracking down on civil society and LGBT rights , a step the ruling government appears unwilling to fulfill. 'This process is extremely unfair towards the Georgian people,' Kobakhidze said in the same July 21 interview, expressing hope that the 'European bureaucracy' will not suspend visa-free travel with Georgia, a step he described as 'completely non-productive' and 'counterproductive' for the EU itself. He added that the EU, which he compared to the USSR in the 1990s, has become 'very unpredictable,' once again expressing hope that the bloc will make a 'pragmatic' decision to maintain the visa-free regime for Georgia. 'There is no connection between visa liberalization and economic growth,' Kobakhidze claimed in the interview. 'It's only about one thing: whether you have to stand in line for a visa or not,' he added. Economically, Kobakhidze said the downside of the visa-free regime is that it 'encourages migration.' 'In the absence of visa liberalization, many more of our citizens would remain in the country, which would correspondingly lead to a growth in the workforce. This would, of course, further contribute to faster economic development,' he argued. Unlike most EU foreign policy decisions, suspending visa-free travel does not require unanimity among all 27 member states. Instead, a qualified majority, at least 15 out of 27, with 65% of the population, can approve the move. The EU has already suspended visa-free travel for diplomatic travel holders. In June, Kobakhidze admitted he had to use a visa to travel to one of the European countries, but did not specify which country. Observers have noted that visa-free travel has been one of Georgia's key achievements, with its benefits extending far beyond tourism, boosting economic and labor exchange, improving access to healthcare for Georgians, and strengthening ties among families separated by economic migration. 42 Georgian CSOs said in a July 16 statement that the full responsibility for possible visa suspension 'lies with the [Bidzina] Ivanishvili government.' Also Read:
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
South Africa name Edinburgh prop in starting XV as any Scotland Six Nations hopes dashed
Boks hand in-form forward his chance against Georgia Sign up to our Rugby Union newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Any Scotland hopes of having Edinburgh Rugby prop Boan Venter available to them next year have hit the rocks after the 28-year-old was selected by South Africa for this weekend's Test match against Georgia. Venter has been with Edinburgh since February 2021 following a move from the Cheetahs and has emerged as an important part of the capital side's pack. He would have become eligible for Scotland on residency grounds in time for the 2026 Six Nations, but any plans for him being part of head coach Gregor Townsend's plans have been dashed after the Springboks handed him his first start. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Venter, who was born in Kimberley, South Africa, was called up by head coach Rassie Erasmus last month as part of a 45-man squad for the summer internationals. Following two wins over Italy - in which Venter played no part - the Boks boss has decided to completely reconfigure his front row for the match on Saturday against the Georgians at Mbombela Stadium. Venter is due to line up alongside Marnus van der Merwe and Neethling Fouche, who are also uncapped. Boan Venter has been in good form since moving to Edinburgh Rugby. | SNS Group South Africa captain Siya Kolisi returns to the first XV and on his team selection, Erasmus explained: 'We wanted to make sure that Siya is 100 per cent fit before selecting him, so it's great to have him back in the squad, while Boan, Marnus, and Neethling have been training hard and deserve their chance. 'Marnus and Neethling played against the Barbarians, so they have an idea of what international rugby is about, while Boan has shown great potential at club level and with the squad in the last few weeks, and we are looking forward to seeing him play. 'Building squad depth has been one of our pillars as a squad since 2018, and they are all undoubtedly ready to make the step-up. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We know how passionate and intense this Georgian side is, and they will be determined to make a strong statement, so we selected some experienced players who we would like to get more game time before the Castle Lager Rugby Championship, and a few of the younger players, who have put up their hands another run, so we are pleased with the balance we have in this group. 'Georgia are a tough outfit, and they pride themselves on their physicality and brute force in the collisions, so the set pieces, mauls, and breakdowns will be key areas.
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
'It's something you dream of as a kid,' says new Bok Marnus van der Merwe
Marnus van der Merwe scored two tries against Georgia on his official Springbok debut in his home town, Mbombela, on Saturday night. Springbok debutant Marnus van der Merwe said facing up to powerful and intimidating teammates Ox Nche and Wilco Louw helped sufficiently prepare him for the physicality brought by Georgia during the Boks' 55-10 win over the eastern Europeans at the Mbombela Stadium over the weekend. Van der Merwe, who received his first official Springbok cap, after he first wore the green and gold in the non-Test against the visiting Barbarians in Cape Town a few weeks ago, said that the debutants were well prepared thanks to the tough training they went through in the build up to the Test. It was also a dream start for the hooker, as he scored twice off the back of dominant rolling mauls, during his 44 minutes on the field before he was replaced early in the second half. 'The Georgians are definitely physical. But we train against guys like Ox (Nche), Wilco (Louw) and others like that, so we know what is physical. We make training as hard as we can to make sure we implement (what we want) in the game,' explained Van der Merwe. 'So it was definitely a physical match. But I think we trained hard enough during the week that we were well prepared for that. But we will properly reflect on the game next week.' Special game It was also an extra special game for the new Bok hooker as it was in his home town, with Van der Merwe having been born in Mbombela and attending Hoërskool Nelspruit. He represented the Pumas during his school career, before moving on to the Cheetahs and then Scarlets last year. 'It's something that's still sinking in and something that you look at and say wow it's actually happening. It's something you dream of as a kid. I was just taking it (the occasion) all in and letting it sink in,' said Van der Merwe about a home debut and the atmosphere. 'I think tomorrow morning (Sunday) I will actually stand up and tell my wife, 'listen, I am actually a Springbok'. So I am still processing it.' With him having played in Wales over the past franchise rugby season, Van der Merwe was asked how different it was training with the Boks, compared to what he experienced with Scarlets. 'The Springboks are number one, because of how hard we train and prepare. I don't think any club can come close to Test rugby (level) training. So it is definitely different (to what I experience in Wales with Scarlets),' he said. 'But I think that the intensity (training) is one of the things that surprises you when you get onto the field. And then how hard you actually work at scrums and mauls and that sort of stuff to get you ready for a game. You work harder at training to be better when it comes to the match.'
Japan Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- Japan Today
Springboks crush Georgia with nine tries in final test before Rugby Championship
rugby union South Africa outmuscled and overwhelmed Georgia 55-10 on Saturday in its last match before its Rugby Championship title defense. South Africa gave its three starting front-rowers their test debuts and two of them, loosehead Boan Venter and hooker Marnus van der Merwe, scored the first two of the team's nine tries. Captain Siya Kolisi overcame various niggles to finally play his first test of the year and had to have a head injury check in the second minute. But he returned and played the whole match. Kolisi is certain to lead the Springboks in the Rugby Championship opener against Australia in four weeks at Ellis Park. The Georgians are not lightweights and showed off their heft and expertise with a rolling maul try for hooker Vano Karkadze in the third minute. But they had only a couple more try chances and were overturned by South Africa. The Springboks debuted seven players this month while also beating visitor Italy 42-24 and 45-0, but coach Rassie Erasmus said the experimenting was over. 'This was a series where we wanted to experiment a little bit so getting the scorelines we did is pretty satisfying, Erasmus said. 'But the Rugby Championship is definitely a step up." The Springboks look well in control by halftime at 22-10. Marnus van der Merwe scored two tries from lineout drives, and Venter from multiple phases. The fourth try of the half saw scrumhalf Grant Williams, riding his pack's dominance, split the defense and four passes later center Canan Moodie crashed over beside the right corner flag. As the Georgians flagged from the pummelling up front, the Springboks went wider in the second half and wing Edwill van der Merwe, no relation to Marnus, also scored two tries. Replacement back Damian Willemse punched through from scrum ball and, in the last couple of minutes, a couple of RG Snyman half breaks and offloads led to tries by backs Kurt-Lee Arendse and Handre Pollard. © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
