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U.S. Embassy in Guinea seeks vendors for customs clearance services

The U.S. Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, has announced a request for quotations to establish one or more Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) with qualified vendors.


Benin’s World Bank-backed project boosts cashew production through plantation rehabilitation

The rehabilitation of old cashew plantations in Benin is underway as part of efforts to strengthen the country's cashew value chain.


U.S. provides $5 million for nutrition aid to children in Northwest Nigeria

The U.S. State Department has allocated $5 million to UNICEF to support nutrition programs for children in Northwest Nigeria.


Ovation Home Insurance Exchange announces optional cyber protection coverage

Ovation Home Insurance Exchange has introduced an optional cyber protection coverage for homeowners, encouraging policyholders to incorporate this endorsement into their existing homeowners' policies.


Meta introduces new AI-powered account support tools for Facebook and Instagram

Meta has announced new measures to improve account support and security for users of Facebook and Instagram.


GCC economies sustain growth through reform-driven diversification and rapid digital transformation

Economic growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is strengthening in 2025, according to the latest Gulf Economic Update (GEU) released by the World Bank.


U.S.-funded scholarship program opens applications for study at American University of Beirut

The Higher Education Scholarship (HES) Program, funded by the U.S. government in Lebanon, offers around 50 scholarships each year to students from across Lebanon to pursue undergraduate degrees at the American University of Beirut (AUB).


U.S. Ambassador urges reforms at UN Food Agency council meeting

Ambassador Lynda C. Blanchard, representing the United States at the 179th Council of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), delivered a statement emphasizing the need for reform within FAO to better serve global food security and support...


United States assumes G20 presidency with focus on economic growth

The United States has taken over the presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) as of December 1, 2025.


Joshua Williams honored by Sun Life U.S., DentaQuest for addressing food insecurity

Joshua Williams has been named a 2025 Health Access Hero by Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest for his efforts to address food insecurity in South Florida.


Bank of America offers limited-edition FIFA World Cup credit cards and exclusive ticket opportunities

Bank of America has announced a new initiative in partnership with Visa, offering new applicants for its Customized Cash Rewards and Unlimited Cash Rewards Visa credit cards the option to select a limited-edition FIFA World Cup 2026 custom card...


Barclays issues report on empowering local governments for net zero transition

Barclays has released a new policy report that highlights the need for targeted measures to help local governments in England achieve their net zero emissions targets.


World Bank Group and Asian Development Bank launch joint projects in Fiji and Tonga

The World Bank Group and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have announced two major projects in the Pacific region as part of their new Full Mutual Reliance Framework.


U.S. Embassy partners with Algerian ministries for TESOL Dzair International Conference on AI in teaching

The U.S. Embassy in Algiers has announced a partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the Ministry of Vocational Training and Education, the British Council, and World Learning to organize the TESOL Dzair...


Barclays promotes 118 employees to managing director roles effective January 2026

Barclays has announced the promotion of 118 employees to the position of Managing Director, effective January 1, 2026.


University of Cambridge’s Isaac Science platform reaches milestone with 200 millionth question attempted

The University of Cambridge's Isaac Science learning platform has reached a significant milestone, with students attempting the 200 millionth question on the system this week.


World Bank outlines climate challenges facing Kyrgyz Republic in new development report

The World Bank has released the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for the Kyrgyz Republic, outlining how climate change is impacting the country's economy and what steps are needed to improve resilience.


Astronomers find massive spinning cosmic filament influencing galaxy rotation

Astronomers have discovered a large rotating structure in space, described as a "razor-thin" string of galaxies within a massive spinning cosmic filament located about 140 million light-years from Earth.


Swiss Re names Nicole Pieterse as Chief People Officer starting January 2026

Swiss Re has announced the appointment of Nicole Pieterse as its new Chief People Officer, effective 1 January 2026.


Siemens Mobility installs advanced train control system on Oslo Metro

Siemens Mobility and Sporveien have commissioned a new Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system for the Oslo Metro, marking the first time an advanced signaling system has been used for metro operations in Norway.