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RM joins Samsung as global ambassador for Art TVs

Samsung Electronics has appointed RM, a member of the globally recognized pop group BTS, as the official ambassador for Samsung Art TVs.


U.S. Mission seeks janitorial service vendors in Kampala

The U.S. Mission in Kampala has issued a request for information (RFI) inviting vendors specializing in janitorial services within Kampala, Uganda, to submit their company profiles and related documentation.


Richard Michaels assumes role as chargé d’affaires a.i. in Lom

Richard Michaels has assumed the role of Chargé d’affaires, a.i. in Lomé as of June 2025.


Applications open for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026-2027

The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey (HHH) Fellowship Program.


Fulbright FLTA program invites Bangladeshi educators for 2026-27 applications

The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program.


Cambridge leads with highest number of ERC advanced grant recipients

Eleven senior researchers from the University of Cambridge have been awarded Advanced Grants by the European Research Council (ERC), marking the highest number of grants given to any institution in this funding round.


China-WBG partnership launches center focusing on ecological systems

The China–WBG Global Center for Ecological Systems and Transitions (GKC) represents a collaboration between the Ministry of Finance of the People's Republic of China and the World Bank Group (WBG).


Samsung unveils new Onyx cinema LED screen at CineEurope

Samsung Electronics has announced the European launch of its latest Onyx cinema LED screen at CineEurope 2025.


Samsung launches largest digital art collection yet at Art Basel

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of the Art Basel in Basel (ABB) Collection, an exclusive digital art collection available on Samsung TVs through the Samsung Art Store.


Sri Lanka's recovery highlights key lessons in economic reform

Sri Lanka's economic recovery and debt restructuring efforts were the focus of a recent conference, which highlighted the country's progress amid global economic challenges.


World Bank reports lowest foreign direct investment levels since 2005

Flows of foreign direct investment (FDI) into developing economies have fallen to their lowest level since 2005, according to new research from the World Bank.


U.S. Embassy in Maputo invites proposals for warehouse alterations

The U.S. Embassy in Maputo has announced a tender for the design and construction documentation of alterations to a warehouse service area.


Japan donates CHF 105K for WTO trade capacity-building

Japan has announced a contribution of CHF 105,000 to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Global Trust Fund.


Insights into balancing innovation and personal growth

I began to specialize in bridging traditional scientific disciplines with business to achieve a significant impact.


Lynn Good joins Morgan Stanley board; expands board membership

Morgan Stanley has announced the election of Lynn Good to its Board of Directors, effective July 18, 2025.


Global response needed as forest fire threats intensify across continents

Forest fires are increasingly becoming a global issue, with significant impacts on people, economies, and natural resources.


U.S. Embassy in Beirut issues alert amid flight disruptions

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has issued a security alert, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution due to ongoing regional events.


KfW Entrepreneurs' Award final application deadline approaches

The KfW Entrepreneurs’ Award 2025 is approaching its application deadline.


Toyota Motor Europe partners with H2 Grand Prix Foundation for STEAM education

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) and the H2 Grand Prix Foundation have announced a partnership to promote STEAM education.


U.S. addresses concerns over Iran’s nuclear activities at IAEA meeting

The United States has expressed its concerns regarding Iran's nuclear activities during an extraordinary session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.