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News from May 2025


U.S. targets Chinese student visas under new policy

Under President Trump's leadership, the U.S. State Department plans to collaborate with the Department of Homeland Security to actively revoke visas for Chinese students.


NCUA issues prohibition order; terminates cease & desist order

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition order against Desiree Canepa, a former employee of Antioch Community Federal Credit Union in Antioch, California.


Toyota announces GR Corolla production in UK from 2026

Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK is set to begin production of the Toyota GR Corolla starting in 2026.


U.S. Ambassador praises Congolese participants of leadership exchange program

Ambassador Eugene Young recently extended his congratulations to Congolese participants who returned from the United States after taking part in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), a notable U.S. government initiative.


Ambassador Buangan addresses ISU Class of 2025 on resilience and community

Ambassador Richard L. Buangan addressed the Class of 2025 at the International School of Ulaanbaatar's commencement ceremony, marking his first time as a commencement speaker.


Ambassador Wooster appointed Chargé d’Affaires at US Embassy in Haiti

Ambassador Henry Wooster has been appointed as the Chargé d’Affaires at the United States Embassy in Haiti, effective June 12.


U.S Bureau reports rise in April's personal income and outlays

Personal income in the United States rose by $210.1 billion, or 0.8 percent, in April, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.


World Bank funds $200M project to boost Cameroon's infrastructure

The World Bank has approved a $200 million funding initiative for the Sustainable Cities and Land project in Cameroon.


United Nations addresses ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine

The United Nations Security Council convened for its 9926th meeting to address ongoing threats to international peace and security.


ANZ honored as most trusted advisor at ACTA awards

ANZ's Institutional division has been recognized at the 2025 Australian Corporate Treasury Association (ACTA) awards, receiving accolades as Most Trusted Advisor and Most Innovative Transactional Bank.


Oxford team identifies key material for stable quantum computing

Quantum computers have the potential to surpass current supercomputers, but their performance is limited by quantum decoherence.


U.S. Embassy Malta seeks contractor for irrigation water supply

The U.S. Embassy in Malta has announced a need for a contractor to supply irrigation water to its facilities at the U.S. Embassy in Ta’ Qali and the U.S. Residence in Attard.


United States Court of International Trade invalidates presidential tariffs

The U.S. Court of International Trade struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, ruling they exceeded the limits of presidential authority and violated the Constitution’s separation of powers due to a lack of clear legal boundaries.


Florida Office of Insurance Regulation introduces new wind mitigation resource

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (FLOIR) has introduced a new wind mitigation resource aimed at assisting consumers in preparation for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.


UN Tourism Secretary General candidate: 'Sustainability is not just a pillar of my platform. It's the foundation'

Shaikha Al Nowais, a candidate for the position of Tourism Secretary-General at the United Nations, emphasized the importance of regenerative and sustainable development in shaping the future of tourism leadership.


Defense Secretary travels to Singapore for Asian security summit

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth departed Washington for Singapore to participate in an annual Asian security summit and engage with defense counterparts.


U.S., Australia discuss regional security at Australian Space Summit

U.S. Space Force Brigadier General Anthony Mastalir highlighted the increasing importance of space capabilities in maintaining stability across the Indo-Pacific region during the Australian Space Summit 2025, held on May 27-28.


Rubio discusses regional stability with Iraqi Kurdistan's President Barzani

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.


INSPIRE Project launches to enhance STEM education across Nigeria

Ambassador Richard Mills Jr. recently attended the launch of the INSPIRE Project in Nigeria, a new initiative by the TechWomen Alumni Association Nigeria.


Oxford hosts climate-focused events highlighting human rights impacts

Ellie Goulding, singer-songwriter and recent UN Global Environmental Ambassador, will perform at the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Concert on June 6 at New Theatre, Oxford.