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Fulbright scholarship opens applications for Samoan students seeking Master's degrees

The U.S. Embassy in Apia has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Fulbright Foreign Student Scholarship Program.


EducationUSA supports Singaporean students with guidance on studying in the United States

EducationUSA Singapore serves as an official resource for those seeking information about studying in the United States.


U.S. State Department reviews foreign aid expenditure amid 90-day pause

The U.S. State Department has announced that the 90-day pause and review of foreign aid is yielding results, with efforts to eliminate wasteful spending and block programs deemed contrary to national interests.


U.S. announces withdrawal from Paris Agreement citing economic priorities

The United States has announced its decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and other related international commitments under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.


Marco Rubio sworn in as Secretary of State amid praise from Vice President

Marco Rubio was sworn in as Secretary of State at a ceremony held at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C. on January 21, 2025.


Marco Rubio outlines vision as new Secretary of State

Marco Rubio, the newly appointed Secretary of State, addressed employees on his first day in office.


Rubio outlines new priorities for Trump's second-term State Department

Marco Rubio, the newly appointed Secretary of State under President Trump's administration, outlined his priorities for the Department of State in a recent press statement.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Kazakhstan amid robust economic performance

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with the Republic of Kazakhstan.


Global education community commits to reducing child learning poverty by 2030

The global education community has recognized a pressing issue: nearly 60% of children worldwide face learning poverty, meaning they cannot read and understand a simple text by age ten.


U.S. Embassy Malta seeks cook for service at Attard location

The U.S. Embassy in Malta is seeking a reliable cook to provide services at its location in Attard.


Rubio's Central America trip focuses on migration and economic partnerships

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit five countries in Central America and the Caribbean from February 1-6.


KfW IPEX-Bank joins financing for Poland's largest renewable energy project

KfW IPEX-Bank has joined a consortium of commercial banks and international financial institutions to finance the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm project in Poland.


International community urges de-escalation of violence by Myanmar military

Today marks four years since the military coup in Myanmar, which overthrew the democratically elected government and created a significant crisis in the Indo-Pacific region.


Rubio embarks on Central America and Caribbean tour

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour across five countries in Central America and the Caribbean.


President proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

The President of the United States has officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.


U.S. Consulate in Amsterdam halts routine services for three months

The U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam has announced it will be unable to provide routine in-person consular services from March through May 2025.


Siemens unveils train design for Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Project

Siemens Mobility and Sydney Metro have unveiled the design for the new metro train as part of the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project.


NCUA prohibits former Genisys employee from working with federally insured institutions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition notice in January 2025.


Demonstrations held in Luxembourg City address climate and worker issues

On September 23, a demonstration organized by Youth for Climate Luxembourg took place in Luxembourg City.


U.S. outlines goals at 2025 Conference on Disarmament session

The United States delivered its opening statement at the 2025 Session of the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, Switzerland.