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Macquarie finalizes £900m acquisition of ScottishPower's UK smart meter assets

Macquarie Specialised and Asset Finance, a division of Macquarie Group’s Commodities and Global Markets business, has completed the acquisition of SP Smart Meter Asset Limited (SPSMAL) from ScottishPower for approximately £900 million.


Siemens partners with EPD-Global to boost verified environmental product declarations

Siemens has announced a new partnership aimed at improving the speed and transparency of its environmental product declarations (EPDs).


Swansea Science Festival returns with hands-on events this October

Swansea University, in collaboration with the National Waterfront Museum, will host the Swansea Science Festival on October 25 and 26.


U.S., Japan, South Korea meet in New York for regional security talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio of the United States, Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi of Japan, and Foreign Minister Cho Hyun of the Republic of Korea met in New York City on September 22 to discuss ongoing cooperation among their countries.


Founder of Binance: 'Aster becomes the biggest BSC-USDT holder apart from Binance Hot Wallet'

Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, said that Aster has become the largest BSC-USDT holder apart from Binance's hot wallet, referencing Arkham analytics.


U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of presidential candidate nominations in Kampala

The U.S. Embassy in Kampala has issued a security alert ahead of the Ugandan Electoral Commission’s nominations for presidential candidates, scheduled for September 23 and 24, 2025.


ExxonMobil approves Hammerhead project as seventh major offshore development in Guyana

ExxonMobil has announced a final investment decision for the Hammerhead development, its seventh offshore project in Guyana's Stabroek block.


Facebook introduces dating assistant and Meet Cute features for US and Canada

Facebook has announced the introduction of two new features for its Dating platform, aiming to simplify the online dating experience and reduce what it describes as "swipe fatigue."


Johnson & Johnson announces Phase 3 trial results for seltorexant in depression with insomnia

Johnson & Johnson has released results from a Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating seltorexant, an investigational treatment for adults and elderly patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) who also experience insomnia symptoms.


Binance’s BNB breaks the $1,000 barrier for the first time

Binance announced that BNB has reached the $1,000 milestone, marking a roughly 999,900% increase from its 2017 Initial Coin Offering (ICO) price of $0.10.


U.S. Embassy in Maputo seeks bids for kitchen hood exhaust duct cleaning

The U.S. Embassy in Maputo has announced an invitation for proposals related to preventive maintenance services for kitchen hood exhaust duct cleaning.


U.S. Consular Agency Santa Cruz to close for local holiday on September 24

The U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open on Wednesday, September 24, due to the observance of Santa Cruz Department Day.


Siemens invests €500 million in Erlangen technology campus under Made for Germany initiative

Siemens has announced the launch of a major project as part of its Made for Germany initiative, focusing on expanding its Erlangen site into a leading technology campus.


U.S., Marshall Islands announce new investments in security, infrastructure under Compact agreement

The United States has reaffirmed its partnership with the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), emphasizing ongoing cooperation in defense, infrastructure, and public safety.


US General Services Administration expands access to Meta's Llama AI models for federal agencies

The US General Services Administration (GSA) has announced a new initiative with Meta to make Meta’s Llama open source AI models more accessible to federal departments and agencies.


Yuanta Financial supports rural students’ environmental education at Kaohsiung sugar factory

Yuanta Financial Holding Company and the Yuanta Cultural and Educational Foundation recently organized an environmental education event as part of their ongoing efforts to support students in remote areas.


U.S. Embassy updates interview waiver policy for nonimmigrant visas effective October 2025

Starting October 1, 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants to the United States, including those seeking renewals, will be required to attend an in-person interview with a consular officer.


IMF reviews economic progress as part of Article IV consultation with Republic of Nauru

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the Republic of Nauru, according to a statement released on September 22, 2025.


WTO opens NGO accreditation for Yaoundé Ministerial Conference

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened the accreditation process for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) wishing to participate in the upcoming Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé.


Ambassador Kierscht hosts Art in Embassies reception highlighting cultural ties

Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht hosted a private reception at her official residence in Djibouti on September 16, 2025, as part of the U.S. Department of State’s “Art in Embassies” program.