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Biden administration takes steps to support Cuban people
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The Biden-Harris Administration has taken significant steps to support the Cuban people, focusing on empowering them to determine their future and promoting human rights.
U.S. Embassy opens applications for 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program.
U.S. Embassy seeks educators for international writing program
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy is seeking educators with a multicultural and inclusive approach to work as chaperones for young writers in the 2025 International Writing Program (IWP) Between the Lines (BTL): Peace and the Writing Experience program.
US reimposes nuclear-related sanctions on Iran following withdrawal from JCPOA
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States has announced the reimposition of nuclear-related sanctions on Iran, reversing measures lifted under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) established on July 14, 2015.
USAID launches career centers at Minya and Beni Suef universities
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the American University in Cairo (AUC), has launched career development centers at universities in Minya and Beni Suef.
BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by KapitalWert
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued another consumer warning concerning KapitalWert, a company accused of offering unauthorized banking and financial services through a new website.
Bitget User on 25% asset loss and account freezing: The 'admin just remove my comment'
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Payel Dev Shorma, a user of the cryptocurrency exchange Bitget, reported experiencing a 25% loss of assets during the platform's BWB-to-BGB token swap.
Bison Digital Assets partners with Circle for MiCA-compliant stablecoins
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Bison Digital Assets, a subsidiary of Bison Bank based in Lisbon, has announced a partnership with Circle to integrate MiCA-compliant stablecoins into its operations.
S&P experiences strong performance driven by AI enthusiasm
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The S&P 500 experienced another year of strong performance in 2024, marking the second consecutive year with returns of 20 percent or more.
FSB highlights importance of standardized climate transition plans
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has released a report titled "The Relevance of Transition Plans for Financial Stability," examining the role of climate transition plans in maintaining financial stability.
Siemens’ Fürth plant recognized for sustainable innovation by World Economic Forum
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The World Economic Forum has recognized Siemens' Fürth location as a Sustainability Lighthouse.
U.S. Embassy offers grants for V/E Day anniversary events in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bratislava has announced a funding opportunity to support programs commemorating the 80th anniversary of V/E Day, which marks the end of World War II.
Funding opportunity announced for women's empowerment programs in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section has announced a funding opportunity to support women's social and economic empowerment in Slovakia.
U.S. Embassy announces funding opportunity for cultural projects in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bratislava has announced a funding opportunity aimed at supporting programs that promote American culture in Slovakia.
Sun Life U.S. named top workplace by Boston Globe for seventh year
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Sun Life U.S. has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Boston Globe for the seventh consecutive year.
Côte d'Ivoire strengthens economic resilience while tackling climate change
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Côte d’Ivoire has demonstrated significant economic resilience over the past decade, with GDP growth averaging 6.4 percent and inflation around 2.2 percent.
Barclays report shows slowing growth in UK rent and mortgage spending
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Rent and mortgage spending in the UK saw a modest increase of 1.8% year-on-year in December, marking the slowest growth since August 2024, according to Barclays Property Insights.
BlackRock Foundation funds research on first-time low-income investors
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The BlackRock Foundation and Commonwealth have launched a new research initiative called "The Investor Diaries" to explore the experiences of first-time investors who entered the U.S. retail capital markets since 2020.
UK introduces new entry requirements for US travelers starting January 2025
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom for short visits, tourism, or business will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) if they do not have a UK visa or legal residency in the UK or the Republic of Ireland.
U.S. Embassy offers interview waiver for young children and seniors
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has announced an Interview Waiver (IW) program for specific visa applicants, targeting two distinct age groups: those under 14 years old and those over 80.