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World Bank-backed initiatives help Haitian farmers boost food security through sustainable land management

Haiti, the poorest country in Latin America and the Caribbean, has faced long-standing challenges related to extreme rural poverty and food insecurity.


Peru declares state of emergency for Lima and Callao over security concerns

The Government of Peru has announced a 30-day State of Emergency for the Province of Metropolitan Lima and the Province of Callao, beginning October 22, 2025.


U.S. Embassy in Belgrade issues security alert after shooting near Parliament

On October 22, a shooting occurred near Pionirski Park in downtown Belgrade, across from the Parliament building.


Secretary Rubio congratulates Bolivian president-elect Paz, offers partnership on security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to extend congratulations on his election.


U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur issues alert on planned demonstrations October 24-26

Planned demonstrations are expected to take place near the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and the Kuala Lumpur City Center from October 24 to 26, 2025.


ANZ partners with universities for hackathon addressing rising cybercrime in Queensland

ANZ is collaborating with Griffith University and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to organize a hackathon in Brisbane on October 23 and 24.


Johnson & Johnson to join Wolfe Research Healthcare Conference with webcast on November 17

Johnson & Johnson has announced that it will participate in the 7th Annual Wolfe Research Healthcare Conference, scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025.


Cambridge and Durham researchers launch survey on vivid personal memories

Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Durham University have started a public survey to study how people experience vivid memories.


International coalition releases report on North Korean cyber activities and sanctions evasion

The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), composed of representatives from the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom, has released a...


Partial Credit Guarantee Fund supports Ukrainian smallholder farmers amid conflict

Volodymyr Bugai, a farmer in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region, faced significant challenges after his fields were occupied for nine months during the early stages of Russia’s invasion.


U.S. Embassy in Lima issues security alert after state of emergency declared in capital

A 30-day State of Emergency has been declared by the Government of Peru for the Province of Metropolitan Lima and the Province of Callao, starting October 22, 2025.


World Bank event discusses strategies for scaling up support for women entrepreneurs

In Sub-Saharan Africa, more than 80 percent of women are self-employed, managing businesses that range from agriculture to technology and creative industries.


U.S. Embassy in Sweden issues instructions for passport return via registered mail

To facilitate the secure return of passports, individuals are required to provide a postage label for registered mail (REK post) through PostNord’s online platform or app.


U.S. Embassy warns Americans of increased kidnapping risk in Niger

American citizens in Niger are facing an increased risk of kidnapping, according to a recent security alert from the U.S. Embassy in Niamey.


BMO survey finds lack of money management impacts women's post-divorce finances

Many women who did not manage household finances during marriage face significant financial challenges after divorce, according to new research from BMO.


New telescope begins southern sky survey with University of Cambridge involvement

A new telescope called 4MOST has begun operations at the European Southern Observatory’s VISTA telescope in Chile, marking a significant step for astronomical research.


U.S., Australia sign agreements on minerals, defense spending, technology partnership

President Donald J. Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have signed a new Critical Minerals Framework, aiming to boost cooperation between the United States and Australia in the supply chain of critical minerals.


Oxford researchers receive Philip Leverhulme Prizes for achievements in engineering, chemistry and economics

Four researchers from the University of Oxford have been recognized with Philip Leverhulme Prizes for their work in engineering, chemistry, and economics.


UBS to present third quarter 2025 results via live webcast

UBS Group AG has announced it will present its third quarter 2025 financial results through a live webcast.


New research challenges assumptions about class segregation in Victorian Manchester

Emily Chung, a PhD researcher at St John's College, University of Cambridge, has published new research challenging long-held assumptions about social segregation in Victorian Manchester.