News from August 2025
U.S. Embassy Seoul launches grant program for young Korean entrepreneurs
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced a new funding opportunity aimed at promoting economic collaboration between the United States and South Korea.
Oxford researchers join national project targeting sustainable nuclear reactor materials
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
A new research initiative, the ENLIGHT programme (Enabling a Lifecycle Approach to Graphite for Advanced Modular Reactors), has been launched to develop technologies supporting next-generation nuclear energy in the UK.
Stalagmite study links multi-year droughts with Maya civilization decline
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
A new study led by the University of Cambridge has used stalagmites from a cave in Mexico’s Yucatán region to reconstruct detailed rainfall patterns during the Terminal Classic period of Maya civilization, between 871 and 1021 CE.
SLGI Asset Management updates fund lineup with new sub-advisors and fund closure
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
SLGI Asset Management Inc., a subsidiary of Sun Life Financial Inc., has announced several changes to its mutual fund lineup.
U.S., South Korea launch alliance on shipbuilding cooperation with new grant program
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Korea has announced a new funding opportunity aimed at enhancing collaboration between the United States and South Korea in the shipbuilding and maritime sectors.
UBS Switzerland AG releases Q2 2025 results amid ongoing Credit Suisse integration
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
UBS Switzerland AG has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025.
UBS announces major renovation for San Juan office focused on sustainability
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
UBS has announced plans to modernize its San Juan, Puerto Rico office, with the project expected to be completed by early 2026.
Allianz Group reports financial results and sustainability leadership for 2024
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
Allianz Group has highlighted its position as a major insurer and asset manager, providing services to both private and corporate clients in almost 70 countries.
United States expresses condolences after fatal helicopter crash in Ghana
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The United States government has extended its condolences to Ghana following a helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals on August 6.
U.S.-Korea program invites proposals on advancing international cooperation in space
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Korea has announced a funding opportunity aimed at advancing U.S. space leadership and expanding international cooperation in space activities.
U.S. Embassy announces dates for upcoming online property auction
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bosnia & Herzegovina will conduct an online property auction beginning August 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The auction is set to run until August 18, closing at 9 a.m. Interested participants are invited to register and place bids...
Allianz announces recipients of Unity Awards for promoting unity through sport
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
Allianz Group has announced the winners of its ‘Unity Awards’, an initiative aimed at highlighting the role of unity in sports.
Axis Capital introduces new unit for structured capacity solutions
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has announced the launch of AXIS Capacity Solutions, a new business unit focused on structured and multi-line portfolio capacity deals.
U.S.-Korea talent exchange program announced for study abroad opportunities
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Korea has announced the launch of the U.S-Korea Talent Exchange Through Study Abroad program, an initiative aimed at supporting high-achieving Korean students interested in fields important to both countries, such...
Yuanta Group receives Taipei City award for creating motherhood-friendly workplaces
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The Yuanta Group, which employs around ten thousand financial professionals, has been recognized for its efforts to create a supportive workplace for parents.
U.S.-ROK launches new partnership for joint action on energy security
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Korea has announced a funding opportunity aimed at strengthening energy cooperation between the United States and South Korea.
U.S. Embassy & Consulate seeks bids for residential dehumidifier
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Vietnam has issued a solicitation notice for the procurement of a dehumidifier for a residence, under the reference number PR15469138.
U.S. Embassy Seoul seeks applicants for trilateral youth technology workshop
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced an open competition for a cooperative agreement to organize a regional workshop and related virtual engagements focused on critical and emerging technologies.
U.S. Embassy alerts Americans in Korea to nationwide civil defense drill on August 20
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has informed American citizens living in South Korea about a nationwide civil defense drill scheduled for August 20, 2025.
Samsung partners with Netflix for exclusive KPop Demon Hunters smartphone themes
By Globe Banner | Aug 13, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with Netflix to offer Galaxy users a limited-time promotion tied to the animated film KPop Demon Hunters.