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News from May 2025


Department of State stresses compliance with immigration laws for summer programs

The Department of State emphasizes the importance of adhering to U.S. immigration laws for those involved in Summer, Work, and Travel programs.


WTO opens registration for 2025 Public Forum; calls for session proposals

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened online registration for its 2025 Public Forum and is inviting proposals for working sessions.


U.S. Embassy hosts educational programs in Oruro celebrating diplomatic ties

The U.S. Embassy is set to host a comprehensive range of educational and cultural programs in Oruro for the first time, spanning two days on May 6 and May 7.


Embassies condemn attacks on MSF hospital and civilian sites in South Sudan

The embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union, have issued a joint statement condemning recent attacks in Fangak County.


USA participates in COPUOS Legal Subcommittee's 64th session on space law

The United States will participate in the 64th session of the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) Legal Subcommittee from May 5 to May 16, 2025.


U.S. issues travel health notice for parts of Peru amid rising yellow fever cases

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for parts of South America, including specific areas in Peru, due to an increase in yellow fever cases.


U.S. Social Security representatives to visit Ecuador from May 12-15

The U.S. Mission in Ecuador has announced a visit by representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit to Quito and Cuenca.


Study examines different social media habits among teens with mental health issues

A recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge reveals notable differences in social media usage between adolescents with mental health conditions and their peers without such conditions.


Richard Norland announces retirement after decades in Foreign Service

Special Envoy Ambassador Richard Norland has announced his retirement from the Foreign Service at the end of May.


BaFin warns of identity theft and unauthorized services linked to Teleport Financial

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has announced that unknown individuals are using the name of Teleport Financial Services Inc. in a fraudulent job offer scheme involving unauthorized financial and crypto-asset services,...


FCA issues warning about unauthorized services from Asset-Savings

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


FCA issues warning against Active Crypto Trade Market for unauthorized financial services

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


HM Treasury announces new cryptoasset rules for growth and consumer protection

HM Treasury has announced new rules for cryptoassets, designed to support innovation and protect consumers.


Report: Critics of Pope favorite Prevost received $150K to remain silent

A Catholic diocese in northern Peru is alleged to have paid $150,000 to silence critics of its former bishop and now leading candidate for Pope, Cardinal Robert Prevost.


Applications open for 2026-2027 Fulbright FLTA Program at U.S. colleges

The United States Mission to Yemen has announced the availability of the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA) for the academic year 2026-2027.


NAB introduces Saturday banking at Chadstone branch for added convenience

NAB's Chadstone branch will begin Saturday operations, joining 30 other branches across Australia.


U.S. Ambassador reaffirms commitment to Southwest Cameroon peace and partnership

Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora recently concluded his third visit to Cameroon's Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy's commitment to peace and partnership in the area.


U.S. Secretary of State praises Poland on National Day

On May 3, 2025, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, issued a statement celebrating Poland's National Day.


Lady Gaga concert expected to draw 1.6 million in Rio de Janeiro

The City of Rio de Janeiro is preparing to host a free concert featuring Lady Gaga.


CNMV issues warnings on unregistered financial and crypto entities via international alerts

The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) has announced a list of warnings concerning unregistered financial and cryptocurrency service entities, reported through international supervisory authorities.