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JPMorgan Chase strengthens its San Francisco presence with office expansion and philanthropy

JPMorgan Chase has announced its plan to strengthen its commitment to San Francisco by expanding and renovating its local offices located at 560 Mission Street and One Front Street.


Sinopec secures gold and silver at Geneva invention exhibition

Sinopec has received several accolades at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, securing five gold and one silver award.


Rubio expresses sorrow over passing of Pope Francis

On Easter Monday, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, and his wife Jeanette expressed their sadness over the death of Pope Francis.


Fubon Financial promotes green initiatives for Earth Day 2025

Fubon Financial Holdings has launched the "Green Hour" initiative in line with Earth Day 2025's theme, "Our Power, Our Planet."


Ambassador Lamora redefines success in TEDx Yaoundé speech

Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora delivered a speech at TEDx Yaoundé on the topic of "Limitless: Redefining Success".


CDC issues notice on yellow fever cases in Colombia

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an updated Traveler's Health Notice concerning an increase in yellow fever cases in Colombia.


Taichung American Corner marks 20 years fostering U.S.-Taiwan cultural ties

On April 19, 2025, the Taichung American Corner commemorated its 20th anniversary with an event themed “20 Years of Building Bridges: Celebrating U.S. Culture, Innovation, and Excellence.” Since its establishment in 2005, the Taichung American...


U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issues statement on Pope Francis' passing

Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, expressed his sadness over the passing of Pope Francis.


Ethiopian man turns to beekeeping to transform his livelihood through PSNP support

Kifle Kirba, a resident of Bullesa kebele near Aleta Wondo in Ethiopia's Sidama region, has transitioned from struggling as a migrant worker to running his own successful beekeeping business.


MDBs join forces in new collaborative financing initiative

The Global Collaborative Co-Financing Platform, introduced in April 2024, seeks to bolster partnerships and advance solutions for pressing challenges.


Instagram advances protections for teen users with new AI technology

Instagram introduced Teen Accounts last year, aiming to better safeguard teenage users and provide parents with assurance regarding their children’s online interactions.


Germany faces economic hurdles due to US tariff policy, says KfW Research

Germany is bracing for economic challenges stemming from the tariff policy of the United States, according to KfW Research.



Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program focuses on global investments in human capital

The Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program was launched in 2019 with support from the Gates Foundation and the Government of Canada.


Mortgage completions jump 50% as buyers race before stamp duty changes

In March, mortgage completions surged by 50% as buyers hurried to secure transactions amid rising stamp duty rates.


Precautions for U.S. citizens using online dating apps abroad

Online dating has become a popular method for meeting new people, yet U.S. citizens abroad need to be alert to potential risks.


Marco Rubio mourns passing of Pope Francis

On Easter Monday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with his wife Jeanette, expressed their sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis.


BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Interactive Assets

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a new warning concerning Interactive Assets, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without the necessary authorization on a newly...


BaFin announces warning on unauthorized services by Immediate Vision

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning regarding Immediate Vision, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and cryptocurrency services without the necessary authorization through various websites.