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Unraveling a WWII hero's Dutch connections: John Wahman's quest

John Wahman, assigned to the U.S. Embassy in The Hague since 2023, set out to trace the journey of his great-uncle, Clement C. Leone, a decorated World War II hero with ties to the Netherlands.


Moroccan Judge Mina Sougrati becomes president of the International Association of Women Judges

Moroccan Judge Mina Sougrati has been inducted as President of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) during the association's biennial conference in Cape Town, South Africa, on April 9.


World Bank emphasizes policies for economic recovery and poverty reduction in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's economy has demonstrated robust recovery in 2024, achieving a growth rate of 5 percent, which surpasses the previously projected 4.4 percent, according to the World Bank.


Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable discusses restructuring and debt vulnerabilities

The Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable (GSDR) convened in Washington, D.C., focusing on enhancing debt restructuring processes and addressing debt vulnerabilities.


UBS to present first-quarter 2025 financial results via webcast

The financial corporation UBS Group AG has announced that it will present its first-quarter results for 2025 through a webcast on April 30, 2025.


UBS to webcast first quarter 2025 results presentation on April 30

UBS has announced that its first quarter 2025 results presentation and analyst Q&A session will be streamed via a webcast.


U.S. Embassy enforces stricter document policy for immigrant visa interviews

Immigrant visa applicants should take note of a significant change in requirements at the U.S. Embassy.


Oxford University to award honorary degrees to nine distinguished individuals

The upcoming Encaenia ceremony on June 25, 2025, will see the conferral of honorary degrees to notable figures including former New Zealand Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern, broadcaster Lord Melvyn Bragg, journalist Clive Myrie, historians...


MEP Berger: 'Crypto assets and stablecoins are by definition global'

MEP Stefan Berger has emphasized the importance of enforcing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation within the European Union rather than revising it.


FCA issues warning against cCrypto.ai for unauthorized financial services

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning against cCrypto.ai for offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.


Bank of America to redeem €1.25 billion senior notes in May 2025

Bank of America Corporation has announced its decision to redeem all €1.25 billion of its outstanding 0.808% Fixed/Floating Rate Senior Notes on May 9, 2025.


Fulbright research program for 2026-2027 opens for Serbian doctoral students

The United States Embassy in Serbia has announced the Fulbright Non-degree Visiting Researcher Program for Doctoral Students for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Fulbright program in Serbia opens applications for 2026-2027 academic year

The U.S. Embassy in Serbia has announced the commencement of the Fulbright Graduate Study Program competition for the academic year 2026-2027.


Deadline set for NT VNET RFQ submissions on May 22

A Request for Quotations (RFQ) has been issued under the number 19FJ6025Q0002, with a focus on NT VNET Specifications and Requirements.


UNESCO recognizes Charles Darwin archive on Memory of the World Register

The documentary heritage related to Charles Darwin's life and work has been added to the UNESCO International Memory of the World Register.


U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle sails on, blending history and education

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, also known as America’s Tall Ship, continues to serve as a floating classroom for the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.


Standard Chartered and A&O Shearman release revised guide to payment regulations

Standard Chartered, in partnership with global law firm A&O Shearman, has released the third edition of the "Guide to Payment Regulations."


France pledges EUR 1.9 million to WTO programs for developing economies and LDCs

France has committed EUR 1.9 million to initiatives aimed at enhancing the capacity of developing economies and least developed countries (LDCs) through a partnership with the World Trade Organization (WTO).


Social connections increase engagement with online fact-checking

In the current digital landscape, fact-checking is essential in combating misinformation.


Volkswagen unveils new models and AI system at Auto Shanghai 2025

The Volkswagen Group unveiled ten new models, including five world premieres, at Auto Shanghai 2025 as part of its 'In China, for China' strategy.