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Oxford partners with GSK on new research initiative for inflammatory diseases
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The University of Oxford and GSK have announced a new partnership called the Experimental Medicine Collaboration (EMC), aimed at advancing research and treatment in immune mediated inflammatory diseases.
WTO committee reviews member proposals aimed at supporting developing economies
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
A recent meeting at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Development Week focused on new submissions from members and ongoing trade trends, with an emphasis on support for developing economies and least developed countries (LDCs).
U.S., Cambodia lead sixth cyber policy dialogue with focus on security cooperation
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The United States and Cambodia jointly led the sixth U.S.-ASEAN Cyber Policy Dialogue in Singapore on October 21, 2025.
Bolivia maintains visa requirement for U.S. visitors pending further notice
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
U.S. citizens planning to travel to Bolivia are still required to obtain a visa, despite recent statements from the Bolivian government about its intention to remove this requirement for tourism and business visits.
Ancient fossils reveal early animal use of Earth's magnetic field for navigation
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin have found what they describe as the earliest evidence of an internal navigation system in animals.
West and Central African states pledge major steps toward single African digital market
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Ministers responsible for the digital economy from West and Central African countries have issued the Cotonou Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to accelerating digital transformation and the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) as...
NCUA places Copper & Glass Federal Credit Union into conservatorship; member accounts remain insured
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has placed Copper & Glass Federal Credit Union in Glassport, Pennsylvania, into conservatorship due to unsafe and unsound practices.
U.S. Embassy in Peru launches exhibition celebrating 200 years of bilateral relations
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Peru has announced the launch of a national graphic exhibition marking 200 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Peru.
Cambridge Dictionary selects 'parasocial' as Word of the Year for 2025
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Cambridge Dictionary has selected "parasocial" as its Word of the Year for 2025.
U.S. Embassy Yaoundé seeks bids for vehicle insurance services in 2026
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) seeking vehicle insurance services for its official vehicles and motorcycles for the year 2026.
U.S. Embassy in Tunis seeks quotes for medical equipment supply
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) for the purchase of medical equipment, specifically four defibrillators and four blood warmers intended to accelerate transfusions.
World Bank Group appoints Paschal Donohoe as managing director and chief knowledge officer
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Paschal Donohoe has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, according to an announcement made by the organization on November 18, 2025.
WTO Fish Fund awards first grants totaling $2.9 million after fisheries subsidies agreement takes effect
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced that its Fisheries Subsidies Funding Mechanism, known as the Fish Fund, has approved USD 2.9 million in its first round of grants.
State Department advisor discusses new transport route during visit to Georgia
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
State Department Senior Advisor Jonathan Askonas is visiting Georgia to discuss the country’s potential role in supporting the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP).
South Asian nations pursue innovation to cut post-harvest losses at World Food India summit
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
South Asia, with a population nearing two billion, continues to lose up to 40% of its food before it reaches consumers.
U.S. Embassy in Algeria updates interview requirements for nonimmigrant visa applicants
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
All individuals applying for nonimmigrant visas are now required to attend an in-person interview with a consular officer, regardless of their age.
ING repurchases over two million shares as part of buyback programme
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
ING has provided an update on its ongoing €1.1 billion share buyback programme, which began on October 30, 2025.
Expert discusses ethical considerations as ‘carebots’ enter social caregiving
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Dr Caroline Emmer De Albuquerque Green from the Institute for Ethics in AI at the University of Oxford has commented on the growing discussion around the use of humanoid robots, or ‘carebots’, in caregiving roles.
FSB urges Spain to strengthen cyber defences amid rising digital threats
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Spanish authorities have made significant progress in strengthening the cyber resilience of their financial sector, according to a new peer review published by the Financial Stability Board (FSB).
Societe Generale completes first U.S. blockchain-based digital bond issuance
By Globe Banner | Nov 18, 2025
Societe Generale has completed its first digital bond issuance in the United States, utilizing Broadridge Financial Solutions’ tokenization technology on the Canton Network blockchain.