News from November 2025
University of Oxford launches Equinox partnership with over 40 regional organizations
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
The University of Oxford has launched Equinox, a new partnership that brings together more than 40 organizations from industry, local government, and academia.
TRIPS Council discusses technology transfer, pandemic response measures
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
The Council for Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) held a meeting where members discussed technology transfer, pandemic preparedness, digital infrastructure, and related issues.
Morgan Stanley converts mutual fund into new Eaton Vance Income Opportunities ETF
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) has converted the Morgan Stanley Income Opportunities Fund into the Eaton Vance Income Opportunities ETF, which is now trading on NYSE Arca under the ticker XAGG.
World Bank-led study highlights need for resilient transport amid rising global temperatures
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
Extreme heat events are increasingly challenging transportation systems worldwide, with impacts ranging from damaged infrastructure to shifts in user behavior and new pressures on transport workers.
Meta introduces new advertising features at Canadian brand summit
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
On October 23, Meta held the Meta Brand Building Summit: Canada Edition in Toronto, where over 200 marketing leaders gathered to discuss how brands can use Meta's platforms to connect with customers and drive brand impact.
G7 foreign ministers address global crises at Niagara meeting
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
The G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, convened in Niagara under Canada's presidency on November 11-12, 2025.
ANZ CFO discusses full-year financial results amid strategic changes
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
On November 10, 2025, ANZ Chief Financial Officer Farhan Faruqui discussed the bank's full-year results in an interview with Alicia Muling, Senior Writer at bluenotes.
Breakthrough T1D receives $50K grant from Sun Life U.S., DentaQuest for early diabetes detection
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
Breakthrough T1D has received a $50,000 Health Access Hero Award grant from Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest to support its type 1 diabetes (T1D) early detection pilot program.
Hannover Re increases full-year earnings outlook following strong results
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
Hannover Re has reported a 7.7% increase in group net income to EUR 2.0 billion for the first nine months of 2025 and raised its earnings guidance for the full year.
U.S.-Kazakhstan relations strengthened by major business deals and Abraham Accords milestone
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
President Donald J. Trump met with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan on November 6, 2025, to discuss ways to deepen the Enhanced Strategic Partnership Dialogue between the United States and Kazakhstan.
IMF urges further fiscal consolidation amid slow recovery in Finland
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Alex Pienkowski, visited Helsinki and Tampere between October 28 and November 7 for the 2026 Article IV Consultation.
Fubon Financial Holdings posts record profits across subsidiaries in October
By Globe Banner | Nov 10, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings announced its unaudited earnings for October 2025, reporting a consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$21.10 billion and a net profit of NT$17.92 billion for the month.
U.S. Embassy in Manila closes due to Typhoon Uwan; emergency services remain available
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Manila and the Consular Agency in Cebu will be closed to the public on Monday, November 10, 2025, because of expected impacts from Typhoon Uwan.
Howden Re leaders highlight rising capital flows into Latin American reinsurance
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
As reinsurers meet in Costa Rica for FIDES 2025, industry leaders from Howden Re have highlighted the growing importance of Latin America in the global reinsurance sector.
World Bank launches $925 million initiative to improve South African metro services
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
The World Bank has launched the South Africa Metro Trading Services Program, a $925 million initiative aimed at improving key municipal services in eight of the country’s largest metropolitan areas.
U.S. Embassy cancels November 10 visa appointments due to Typhoon Uwan
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
All visa appointments at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines scheduled for November 10, 2025, have been canceled due to Typhoon Uwan.
U.S. government outlines procedures for private humanitarian donations to Cuba after Hurricane Melissa
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
Members of the public have frequently asked how they can provide humanitarian assistance to people in Cuba, especially following Hurricane Melissa.
U.S. and Iraqi officials discuss future bilateral security partnership in Baghdad
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
Senior officials from the United States and Iraq met in Baghdad on November 6, 2025, to discuss the future of their bilateral security relationship.
Andre Rebouças Tunnel closure causes traffic disruption in Rio de Janeiro
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2025
A bus electrical fire led to the closure of the Andre Rebouças Tunnel in Rio de Janeiro on November 6, 2025, disrupting traffic in the area.
