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Humphrey Fellowship Program offers non-degree study for global leaders

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program offers a ten-month non-degree academic study and professional experience opportunity in the United States.


U.S. Embassy in Budapest seeks contractors for weekly gardening services

The U.S. Embassy in Budapest, Hungary is seeking contractors for weekly gardening services at three of its residential properties.


U.S. and Cambodia discuss regional security and naval collaboration

John Noh, who is currently performing the duties of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs, recently met with Lieutenant General Rath Dararoth, Cambodia's Secretary of State for Defence.


New satellite technology reveals cause behind mysterious seismic signals

In September 2023, a peculiar global seismic signal was detected every 90 seconds over nine days and repeated a month later.


KfW announces winners of Urban Living Award 2025

The KfW Award Urban Living 2025 recognized innovative municipal projects across Germany, with first prizes awarded to Potsdam, Bendorf, Denzlingen, and Darmstadt/Dieburg.


Gig economy study reveals anxiety over ratings, pay among UK riders and drivers

Three-quarters of riders and drivers in the UK gig economy report anxiety over potential income drops, with more than half indicating they risk health and safety while working.


Toyota Canada sees strong growth in electrified vehicle sales for May

Toyota Canada Inc. reported significant sales growth in May 2025, particularly in the electrified vehicle segment.


Howden Re partners with Rivonia for new commission financing solutions

Howden Re, a division of the global insurance intermediary group Howden, has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Rivonia Road Capital.


Ambassador criticizes media over Gaza misinformation

U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has issued a statement condemning certain U.S. media outlets for their coverage of events in Gaza.


Hegseth meets with Australian counterpart at Shangri La Dialogue

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently held a bilateral meeting with Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles.


Hegseth meets Southeast Asian defense ministers to discuss regional cooperation

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth convened with defense leaders from Southeast Asian countries, including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Timor-Leste.


Defense ministers from four nations discuss strategic collaboration amid regional tensions

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles, Japanese Minister of Defense Nakatani Gen, Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro, Jr., and United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth convened on...


Trilateral leaders discuss deepening defense ties amid Indo-Pacific challenges

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles, Japanese Minister of Defense Nakatani Gen, and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met in Singapore on May 31, 2025, for the fifteenth Trilateral Defense Ministerial...


U.S., Singapore reaffirm defense ties during Shangri-La Dialogue

On May 30, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held separate meetings with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing.


U.S. and Thailand leaders discuss alliance and regional security

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently held a meeting with Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.


U.S. and Philippines discuss strengthening defense ties amid regional tensions

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently held a meeting with the Philippines Secretary of National Defense, Gilberto Teodoro, Jr., to discuss joint efforts aimed at reinforcing deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.


IMF approves $1.5 billion flexible credit line for Costa Rica

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a two-year Flexible Credit Line (FCL) arrangement for Costa Rica, amounting to SDR 1.1082 billion, equivalent to approximately US$1.5 billion or 300 percent of the country's quota.


Toyota partners with 2025 Canada Games as official electrified fleet provider

The 2025 Canada Games, scheduled to take place in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador from August 8 to 25, will feature a partnership with Toyota Canada as the Official Electrified Fleet Partner.


German SMEs retreat from international markets amid challenging conditions

Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are reducing their international operations, according to a new report by KfW Research.


U.S. Embassy alerts El Salvador on expected active hurricane season

The U.S. Embassy in San Salvador has issued a weather alert for El Salvador following predictions from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.