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U.S. Embassy in Tunis celebrates 249th Independence Day with soccer theme

The U.S. Embassy in Tunis recently celebrated the 249th anniversary of U.S. independence with an event themed "Summer of Soccer."


Meta launches accelerator for Indian game developers in partnership with top VC firms

India's gaming sector is set to receive a significant boost with the launch of the Meta Gaming Accelerator.


World Bank funds $37M project for improved waste management in Laos

The World Bank has approved a project aimed at enhancing the management of waste, plastics, and pollution in Laos.


AcegasApsAmga adopts Siemens' Gridscale X for Trieste's energy grid enhancement

Siemens and AcegasApsAmga have announced a collaboration aimed at enhancing the stability of Trieste's energy grid.


WhatsApp introduces new business-friendly features in Updates tab

WhatsApp has announced the introduction of new features within its Updates tab, a space that includes Channels and Status.


U.S., OSON launch partnership promoting entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan

The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent and OSON have initiated a new public-private partnership to promote entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan.


Flag football clinics launched by U.S. Consulate General in Monterrey

The U.S. Consulate General in Monterrey, in partnership with the National Football League (NFL) and USA Football, has initiated a series of flag football clinics as part of the Department of State’s Sports Envoy program.


Private equity fund launched focusing on European defense

Tikehau Capital has announced the launch of a new private equity fund in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and CARAC Group.


OrganOx among finalists for UK's prestigious MacRobert Award

The Royal Academy of Engineering has announced the finalists for the 2025 MacRobert Award, which honors engineering teams demonstrating exceptional innovation, societal benefit, and commercial viability within the UK.


U.S., Mongolia host inaugural international alumni conference on judicial independence

The U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar and the Congressional Office for International Leadership (COIL) are partnering with Mongolia to host the inaugural International Alumni Conference.


European defense-focused private equity fund launched by major financial groups

Tikehau Capital, in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and the CARAC Group, has launched a private equity fund focused on European defense and security.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks bids for façade cleaning services

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to provide façade and window cleaning services under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract.


U.S. Embassy Helsinki seeks janitorial services for a one-year contract

The U.S. Embassy in Helsinki has announced a request for quotations to secure janitorial services for its properties.


Oxford researchers achieve breakthrough in controlling tin-vacancy centers

Researchers from the University of Oxford and the University of Manchester have achieved a significant breakthrough in quantum technology by gaining control over single tin-vacancy color centers in diamond.


U.S. Embassy Praia seeks safety program coordinator; deadline June 30

The U.S. Embassy in Praia is currently accepting applications for the position of Safety Program Coordinator FSN-10.


U.S. Embassy reviews approach to enhance relations with Georgia

Ambassador Dunnigan and Senior Advisor Toehlke engaged in discussions with Foreign Minister Botchorishvili to evaluate the U.S.-Georgia relationship.


U.S. Embassy Jakarta welcomes new chargé d’affaires Peter M. Haymond

The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta has announced the arrival of Ambassador Peter M. Haymond, who will serve as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim.


UBS expands philanthropic offerings through Optimus Foundation in United States

UBS has announced the expansion of its UBS Optimus Foundation offering in the United States.


Mogadishu's Boondheere district thrives after pond rehabilitation

Habiba Omar Addow, a shop owner in Mogadishu's Boondheere District, expressed her relief at the impact of a rehabilitated water catchment pond on her community.


Study reveals mixed impact of protected areas on avian biodiversity

Establishing protected areas is a key conservation strategy aimed at mitigating the extinction crisis by enhancing biodiversity.