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News from June 2025


U.S. suspends visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries under new proclamation

The United States has announced the suspension of visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries, effective June 9, 2025.


Oxford's Nipah virus vaccine receives EMA PRIME designation

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted the Oxford vaccine against the Nipah virus a PRIME designation.


Investment experts stress sticking with proven strategies amid market volatility

In a recent analysis, investment professionals discussed the challenges of managing portfolios amidst market volatility.


U.S. Embassy announces auction for furniture and shipping containers

The U.S. Embassy is organizing an auction that features furniture and shipping containers.


U.S. reaffirms support for IAEA technical cooperation at Vienna meeting

The United States has reiterated its commitment to the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Technical Cooperation Program during a meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors in Vienna, Austria.


IMF reaches staff-level agreement on fifth review with Zambia

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.


Barclays launches London innovation hub with Microsoft and NVIDIA

Barclays has unveiled a new Innovation Hub in London, collaborating with technology giants Microsoft and NVIDIA.


U.S., Brazil renew cooperation on criminal investigation

The U.S. Consulate General in Recife and the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte (MPRN) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding for technical cooperation in criminal investigation.


Randal K. Quarles appointed by FSB to lead G20 strategic review

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has appointed Randal K. Quarles to lead a strategic review group tasked by the G20.


U.S. Embassy issues alert for planned protest in Monrovia

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a demonstration alert regarding a planned protest by the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC).


U.S.-Vietnam fellowship applications open for promising leaders

The U.S. Mission in Vietnam has opened the application process for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.


Sun Life partners with Wellthy on end-of-life planning services

Sun Life U.S., a prominent group benefits provider, has announced a partnership with Wellthy, a care concierge platform.


U.S. Embassy Port of Spain announces SSA service visit dates

The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has provided information for individuals in Trinidad and Tobago experiencing issues with their U.S. Social Security retirement benefits.


Cambridge partners with DSIT to launch Spärck AI Scholarships

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has announced the Spärck AI Scholarships, a new initiative to support the next generation of AI leaders.


NAB introduces selfie verification for new online accounts in effort against fraud

New customers at National Australia Bank (NAB) will soon be required to take a selfie as part of an updated process for opening accounts or products online.


NAB survey shows wellbeing rebound amid cost-of-living pressures

Australians are showing signs of recovery from earlier declines in wellbeing, according to the National Australia Bank's (NAB) latest Wellbeing Survey for the second quarter of 2025.


NAB introduces selfie-based identity checks for new online accounts

New customers at National Australia Bank (NAB) will now be required to take a selfie when opening an account or product online, as part of the bank’s latest effort to combat fraud and scams.


Earthquake measuring 6.3 strikes Cundinamarca, Colombia

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Cundinamarca, Colombia at 8:08 a.m. local time on June 8, 2025.


U.S. official Eric Meyer to discuss security and trade in Uzbekistan

Senior Bureau Official Eric Meyer is set to visit Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from June 9-10, 2025.


NAB launches month-long internal campaign focused on data and artificial intelligence education

NAB is set to host over 40 events and activities throughout August aimed at increasing its employees’ knowledge of data and artificial intelligence (AI).