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U.S. Secretary of State praises Poland on National Day

On May 3, 2025, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, issued a statement celebrating Poland's National Day.


Lady Gaga concert expected to draw 1.6 million in Rio de Janeiro

The City of Rio de Janeiro is preparing to host a free concert featuring Lady Gaga.


CNMV issues warnings on unregistered financial and crypto entities via international alerts

The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) has announced a list of warnings concerning unregistered financial and cryptocurrency service entities, reported through international supervisory authorities.


BaFin warns about unauthorized services on handelsfusion.com

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning concerning the website handelsfusion.com, which offers financial, investment, and crypto-security services without the necessary authorization.


World Bank and Costa Rica collaborate for sustainable agricultural development

The World Bank Executive Board has approved a program to promote sustainable and competitive agriculture in Costa Rica.


U.S. Embassy in Tunis opens bidding for recreation center renovation tiles

The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has released a request for advertisement concerning the renovation project for a recreation center requiring specific ceramic tiles.


Barclays report highlights growing reliance on travel rewards and loyalty programs

On May 1, 2025, Barclays US Consumer Bank released the third annual Travel Rewards and Loyalty Report, highlighting the increasing tendency of travelers to use rewards and loyalty programs.


Oxford announces new Schmidt AI in Science Fellows and projects for 2025

Oxford University has announced the new cohort of Schmidt AI in Science Fellows for 2025.


US designates Haiti's Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as terrorist organizations

The Office of the Spokesperson announced the designation of two groups, Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif, on May 2, 2025, highlighting their involvement in criminal activities in Haiti.


Macquarie Asset Management increases stake in Island Green Power to 100

Macquarie Asset Management has acquired an additional 50 percent stake in Island Green Power, a UK-based renewable energy developer specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system projects.


U.S. Embassy celebrates women's entrepreneurship program in Jakarta

Twenty-one women entrepreneurs graduated from the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program in Jakarta.


Ambassador Buangan joins AmCham's Doorknock Mission to Washington, D.C

U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia, Richard Buangan, is set to participate in the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Mongolia's annual Doorknock Mission to the United States, scheduled from May 5 to May 7.


Peace Corps seeks conference service bids for Mbalmayo training site

Peace Corps has announced its intent to contract conference services for the Pre-Service Training Site in Mbalmayo.


ING reports net result of €1,455 million for 1Q2025 with strong growth

ING Group has reported a net result of €1,455 million for the first quarter of 2025, demonstrating strong growth in customer balances and fee income.


Social Security Administration to offer services in Copenhagen

A representative from the Social Security Administration is scheduled to visit the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen on May 21 and 22.


U.S. Embassy to offer American citizen services in Košice on June 3

The U.S. Embassy has announced that routine American citizen services will be available in Košice on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.


SMEs in Germany brace for potential stabilization in wage costs

Most small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are anticipating a halt in wage and salary increases this year, according to a KfW SME Panel survey.


ING announces share buyback completion and launch of new €2 billion programme

ING has completed its share buyback program that was announced on October 31, 2024.


Swansea researchers named Senior Research Leaders by Health and Care Research Wales

Researchers from Swansea University have been recognized by Health and Care Research Wales.


International community appeals for peace and dialogue in South Sudan

The situation in South Sudan has caught the attention of several international bodies, prompting a joint statement from the Embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation...