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News from May 2025


Fulbright opens applications for Tunisian students for 2026-2027

The U.S. Embassy in Tunisia has announced the opening of applications for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Memorial Day: A national remembrance day honoring fallen service members

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May each year, serves as a national day of remembrance for those who died in service to the United States during both wartime and peacetime.


Georgia's lake conservation efforts boost local economies through eco-tourism

Protecting nature is proving to be economically beneficial, as highlighted by a 2021 World Bank report.


U.S. Embassy issues demonstration alert for Santo Domingo on May 23

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Friday, May 23, 2025.


Ambassador Vrooman highlights US-Mozambique relations at Independence Day event

Good evening, Your Excellency, friends, colleagues, and partners—and to my dear spouse, Johnette.


World Bank outlines path for Vietnam's high-income status through reform and green development

To achieve its goal of high-income status by 2045, Viet Nam must advance institutional reforms and promote greener development, according to two new reports from the World Bank.


Morgan Stanley agrees to sell Seven Seas Water Group to EQT Infrastructure

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has announced an agreement to sell its ownership stake in Seven Seas Water Group to the EQT Infrastructure VI fund.


Study provides insight into diverse characteristics within incel community

Researchers from Swansea University and the University of Texas at Austin have conducted a comprehensive study on the incel community, revealing key insights into this subgroup of men.


EU urged to learn tech lessons from Romania's tumultuous presidential election

Romania's recent presidential election has spotlighted the digital challenges facing European democracies.


NCUA seeks stakeholder input for future strategic planning

National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chairman Kyle S. Hauptman has invited stakeholders to offer suggestions and feedback on the agency's operations and initiatives.


Angola's Kwenda cash transfer program aids rural communities' recovery

The village of Catanha Bandi in Angola's Huila province has seen significant changes thanks to the Strengthening the National Social Protection System Project, which supports Kwenda, the country's first cash transfer program.


U.S. embassy offers assistance for social security beneficiaries in Nicaragua

Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit at the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica will be visiting Nicaragua to provide in-person services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.


NCUA discusses employee separation plan and insurance fund performance

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board conducted its third open meeting of 2025, focusing on the agency's Voluntary Separation Program (VSP) and the performance of the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund in the first quarter...



FCA warns about Fortunex for unauthorized financial and crypto services

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning regarding Fortunex, a firm allegedly offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.


World leaders discuss strategies for affordable global healthcare at World Bank meeting

Global health financing is facing significant challenges, prompting a call for urgent reform.


World Bank announces new framework supporting Philippine development goals

The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has endorsed a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for the Philippines, spanning 2026 to 2031.


Ethiopia improves rural access to clean water with new supply system

Access to clean water has been a longstanding issue in Ethiopia, particularly in rural areas.


Fellowship launched for young Nigerian journalists honoring Adejumobi Adegbite

The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) has announced the opening of applications for the Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists.


U.S. Embassy donates $340K in equipment to Albania's prison directorate

The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has provided $340,000 worth of equipment to Albania's General Directorate of Prisons (GDPA).