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Private equity has become one of the fastest-growing segments in alternative investments, with assets under management increasing from $744 billion in 2004 to $9.7 trillion as of December 2024, according to Preqin.

PIK and KfW Research call for tripling global climate investments

The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and KfW Research have released a joint discussion paper addressing the challenges posed by limited greenhouse gas emission budgets and increasing geoeconomic fragmentation.

Siemens announces plan to reduce stake in Siemens Healthineers

Siemens has announced plans to reduce its ownership in Siemens Healthineers, shifting from a controlling stake to a significant minority interest.

German regional energy suppliers face €346bn financing gap for green transition

Energy suppliers in Germany are expected to invest EUR 535 billion in regional energy transition projects by 2045, according to a new study commissioned by KfW and conducted by PwC Germany.

Siemens releases TIA Portal V21 with improved efficiency and plant availability

TIA Portal V21, the latest version of Siemens’ engineering framework, introduces features aimed at improving efficiency and increasing plant availability.

U.S., Trinidad & Tobago mark decades-long military partnership with new initiatives

The United States and Trinidad and Tobago have a long history of military cooperation, marked by recent joint activities and ongoing support.

Oxford researchers develop soft robotic modules that synchronize movement without electronics

Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new approach in soft robotics, enabling robots to synchronize their movements through mechanical interaction with their environment.

Amazon Web Services becomes official cloud provider of DP World Tour

By L. G. Crowe | Nov 14, 2025

Amazon has announced that Amazon Web Services (AWS) will become the official cloud provider of the DP World Tour.

U.S. Embassy issues safety notice ahead of festival and protests in Bratislava

A two-day festival is scheduled to take place in Bratislava from November 16-17, with events occurring at Freedom Square and other locations throughout the city.

WhatsApp introduces cross-app messaging in Europe under Digital Markets Act

WhatsApp users in Europe will soon be able to send messages to people using other messaging platforms, following Meta's efforts to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).

Swiss Re posts $4 billion profit over first nine months amid strong P&C performance

Swiss Re has announced a net income of USD 4.0 billion for the first nine months of 2025, marking an 85% increase compared to USD 2.2 billion during the same period in 2024.

U.S. Consulate General Almaty announces public auction of used property

The U.S. Consulate General in Almaty has announced an auction scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025.

U.S. Embassy cancels November 17 visa interviews due to rally-related disruptions

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced the cancellation of all visa interview appointments scheduled for Monday, November 17.

Lynda C. Blanchard recognized for diplomatic service and humanitarian work

Lynda C. Blanchard served as the U.S. Ambassador to Slovenia from 2019 to 2021, where she contributed to strengthening relations between the two countries.

U.S. Mission restricts movement of staff in Islamabad due to security concerns

The U.S. Mission to Pakistan has issued a security alert for Islamabad, citing current security concerns.

Nepal’s economic growth rebounds but faces slower outlook amid uncertainty

Nepal’s economy showed improvement in the fiscal year 2025, with growth rising to 4.6 percent from 3.7 percent in the previous year, according to a new report.

Oxford study analyzes effectiveness of court-ordered remedies for global climate action

Judges around the world are increasingly involved in addressing climate change, issuing significant rulings that challenge governments on their climate policies.

World Bank releases comprehensive survey on global reserve management by central banks

A new report from the World Bank provides a detailed overview of global reserve management practices, based on survey responses from 136 central banks.

Cambridge scientists develop precise method for growing layered perovskite films

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a new method to control the atomic structure of halide perovskites, materials that could be used in future solar cells, LEDs, and lasers.

World Bank approves $80 million project for resilient road upgrades in Haiti