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U.S. Embassy in Maputo seeks bids for kitchen hood exhaust duct cleaning
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
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.
World Bank opens regional hub in Riyadh for MENAAP countries
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The World Bank has opened a new regional hub in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to serve the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAAP) region.
OCBC pledges S$500K over five years for tuition aid program benefiting low-income students
By Globe Banner | Sep 21, 2025
OCBC has pledged S$500,000 over five years to fund a tuition programme for children from low-income families in Singapore.
U.S. Embassy in Madagascar marks 24th anniversary of September 11 attacks
By Globe Banner | Sep 20, 2025
Craig Ferguson, Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Antananarivo, addressed attendees during a ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Amazon opens Operations Innovation Lab in Italy to create safer workplaces with technology
By K. K. Gipson | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced the launch of its Operations Innovation Lab in Vercelli, Italy.
MEP Petr Bystron on political dissent in Germany and the EU: It's very hard to be 'critics of the government'
By Globe Banner | Sep 19, 2025
Petr Bystron, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP), has raised concerns about the suppression of dissenting voices critical of national governments, EU institutions, or immigration policies in Europe.
Amazon says 13,000 employees across UK have participated in Career Choice upskilling program
By L. D. Hayden | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced that 13,000 employees in the United Kingdom have joined its Career Choice program.
Amazon says it significantly enhanced its Career Choice program across Europe starting in 2025
By P. S. Ingram | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced that starting in August 2025, it will enhance its Career Choice program in Europe by prepaying 100% of tuition, removing budget caps, and expanding access to more than 100 programs across 40 career paths.
Amazon says Arlington Community High School will relocate to permanent home at HQ2 in 2026
By P. S. Ingram | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced that Arlington Community High School will relocate to a permanent facility at HQ2's Metropolitan Park in 2026.
Amazon says it will open Hong Kong’s first data center using recycled water for cooling
By D. D. Steiner | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced plans to open Hong Kong's first data center cooled with recycled water, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government.
Amazon says new research reveals growing gap in AI adoption in the Philippines
By K. K. Gipson | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that new research conducted with Strand Partners highlights a widening gap in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption between startups and large enterprises in the Philippines.