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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...


New requirements for visa interviews in Dakar effective May 1, 2025

Starting from May 1, 2025, all visa applicants in Dakar are required to bring a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation and barcode number that begins with "AA" followed by "00".


Celebrated actors join Oxford event honoring women's contributions to film

Bridgerton actor Simone Ashley and Surface star Gugu Mbatha-Raw will participate in an event at Oxford University to celebrate the role of women in the film industry.


World Bank funds Argentina's job placement initiative with $230 million

The World Bank has approved additional financing for Argentina to enhance job placement and access to quality employment for the unemployed.


IMF reviews Tajikistan's economic growth in 2025 Article IV Mission

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV consultation and second review discussions under the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) with Tajikistan.


Alexander Schober appointed as global head of infrastructure at KfW IPEX-Bank

Alexander Schober has assumed the role of Global Head of the Infrastructure sector at KfW IPEX-Bank, effective May 1, 2025.


U.S. Department of State announces funding opportunity for EducationUSA Albania project

The United States Department of State has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EducationUSA program for the fiscal year 2025-2026.


ELN "armed strike" prompts U.S. embassy warning in Chocó, Colombia

Members of the illegal armed group Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) have declared an "armed strike" in the Chocó Department of Colombia.


IMF Board approves medium-term budget for FY2026-FY2028

The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board has greenlit the medium-term budget for the 2026-2028 financial years.


Visa interview process updated: matching barcode required

Starting May 5, individuals applying for visas will be required to present a DS-160 visa application form at their interviews.


State Department reports on global compliance with child abduction conventions

The Department of State has submitted its 2025 Annual Report on International Child Abduction to Congress.


Holocaust survivor Maud Peper Dahme receives Royal Decoration in the Netherlands

This month, the U.S. Embassy in The Hague is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from Nazi occupation.


Ambassador Henick highlights U.S.-Uzbekistan partnership at Independence Day event

May 2, 2025 In a speech celebrating the 249th anniversary of American Independence, Ambassador Henick addressed notable figures including His Excellency Abdulla Aripov, Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, and Her Excellency Saida Mirziyoyeva, Assistant...


Vehicle drives into crowd in Stuttgart; driver arrested

Local media in Stuttgart, Germany, have reported an incident where a vehicle drove into a crowd in the Olgaeck area.


U.S. Embassy warns of severe weather conditions in the Dominican Republic

The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo has issued a weather alert for the Dominican Republic amid heavy rainfall, which is predicted to cause severe weather conditions.


IMF Executive Board reviews income position for FY 2025 and FY 2026

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its review of the Fund’s income position for the financial year ending April 30, 2025, and for FY 2026.


BMO survey explores shifting views on homeownership amid financial challenges

A recent survey conducted by BMO has delved into the sentiments and aspirations surrounding homeownership in the United States.


Toyota Canada reports record April sales for electrified vehicles

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) reported its April sales results, revealing a significant increase in electrified vehicle sales for both its Toyota and Lexus divisions.