News from June 2025
Early universe radio signals may reveal secrets about first star formations
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Understanding the transition of the universe from darkness to light, marked by the formation of the first stars and galaxies, remains a significant challenge in astronomy.
U.S. resumes student visa processing with enhanced social media vetting
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and its Consulates have resumed student and exchange visitor visa appointments.
Morocco joins US container security initiative
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
On June 17, 2025, at the headquarters of the Customs and Excise Administration (ADII) in Rabat, a Declaration of Principles was signed to formalize Morocco's membership in the U.S. Container Security Initiative (CSI).
USNS Comfort arrives in Panama for humanitarian mission
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Panama City, June 20, 2025 — The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort is scheduled to be in Panama from June 24 to July 1 as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 humanitarian mission.
São Paulo prepares for pride parade with safety guidelines
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The São Paulo LGB Pride Parade is set to take place on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Morgan Stanley highlights economic resilience amidst uncertainty
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released new material regarding the current state of risk assets and the global economy.
World Bank supports Sri Lanka's clean energy shift with $150 million initiative
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The World Bank Group has approved a $150 million program aimed at supporting Sri Lanka's transition to clean energy.
Swiss Embassy closure in Iran respected by US government
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The U.S. government has expressed its respect for Switzerland's decision to temporarily close its embassy in Iran.
Safety measures announced for São Paulo LGBTQ+ Pride Parade
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The São Paulo LGBTQ+ Pride Parade is set to take place on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
U.S. Treasury sanctions Houthis over illicit oil trading
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken significant action against Iran-backed Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis.
IMF reaches agreement with South Sudan on nine-month monitored program
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Upon request from South Sudanese authorities, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Ms.
Morgan Stanley leads $30M investment round in Insight M
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has announced that its 1GT climate private equity strategy has led a $30 million Series E funding round in Insight M. This investment, which aims to support Insight M's growth, includes participation from...
IMF concludes final reviews under fund facilities with Barbados
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fifth and final reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements with Barbados.
NCUA liquidates Soul Community Federal Credit Union due to insolvency
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has liquidated Soul Community Federal Credit Union, located in Austell, Georgia.
Mosquito feeding patterns reveal flexibility impacting disease transmission predictions
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
A recent study published in Global Ecology and Biogeography has shed light on the flexible feeding patterns of mosquitoes, which could significantly impact how mosquito-driven disease transmission is tracked and predicted amid climate change.
Leadership program reshapes governance in Cambodia
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
In 2021, senior Cambodian officials embarked on the Leadership and Innovation Program (LIP), initially met with skepticism due to past reform efforts that failed to deliver substantial change.
Kyrgyz Republic collaborates with World Bank for energy reform initiatives
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The Kyrgyz Republic is collaborating with the World Bank Group to advance reforms in energy development and sustainable growth.
U.S.-Vietnam relations celebrated through campaign marking 30-year diplomatic milestone
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
The U.S. Mission to Vietnam has initiated the "30 Years of U.S.–Vietnam Relations" campaign to celebrate three decades of diplomatic ties between the United States and Vietnam.
Allianz completes sale of stake in UniCredit Allianz Vita
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Allianz SE has finalized the sale of its stake in UniCredit Allianz Vita to UniCredit.
Sun Life announces conversion results for preferred shares series
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Sun Life Financial Inc. has announced the results of its conversion privilege for Class A Non-cumulative Rate Reset Preferred Shares Series 8R and Class A Non-cumulative Floating Rate Preferred Shares Series 9QR.