News from October 2025
U.S. Embassy in Belgrade issues security alert after shooting near Parliament
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
On October 22, a shooting occurred near Pionirski Park in downtown Belgrade, across from the Parliament building.
Secretary Rubio congratulates Bolivian president-elect Paz, offers partnership on security
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to extend congratulations on his election.
U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur issues alert on planned demonstrations October 24-26
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Planned demonstrations are expected to take place near the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and the Kuala Lumpur City Center from October 24 to 26, 2025.
ANZ partners with universities for hackathon addressing rising cybercrime in Queensland
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
ANZ is collaborating with Griffith University and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to organize a hackathon in Brisbane on October 23 and 24.
Johnson & Johnson to join Wolfe Research Healthcare Conference with webcast on November 17
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Johnson & Johnson has announced that it will participate in the 7th Annual Wolfe Research Healthcare Conference, scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025.
Cambridge and Durham researchers launch survey on vivid personal memories
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Durham University have started a public survey to study how people experience vivid memories.
International coalition releases report on North Korean cyber activities and sanctions evasion
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), composed of representatives from the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom, has released a...
Partial Credit Guarantee Fund supports Ukrainian smallholder farmers amid conflict
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Volodymyr Bugai, a farmer in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region, faced significant challenges after his fields were occupied for nine months during the early stages of Russia’s invasion.
U.S. Embassy in Lima issues security alert after state of emergency declared in capital
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
A 30-day State of Emergency has been declared by the Government of Peru for the Province of Metropolitan Lima and the Province of Callao, starting October 22, 2025.
World Bank event discusses strategies for scaling up support for women entrepreneurs
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
In Sub-Saharan Africa, more than 80 percent of women are self-employed, managing businesses that range from agriculture to technology and creative industries.
U.S. Embassy in Sweden issues instructions for passport return via registered mail
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
To facilitate the secure return of passports, individuals are required to provide a postage label for registered mail (REK post) through PostNord’s online platform or app.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans of increased kidnapping risk in Niger
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
American citizens in Niger are facing an increased risk of kidnapping, according to a recent security alert from the U.S. Embassy in Niamey.
BMO survey finds lack of money management impacts women's post-divorce finances
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2025
Many women who did not manage household finances during marriage face significant financial challenges after divorce, according to new research from BMO.
New telescope begins southern sky survey with University of Cambridge involvement
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
A new telescope called 4MOST has begun operations at the European Southern Observatory’s VISTA telescope in Chile, marking a significant step for astronomical research.
U.S., Australia sign agreements on minerals, defense spending, technology partnership
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
President Donald J. Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have signed a new Critical Minerals Framework, aiming to boost cooperation between the United States and Australia in the supply chain of critical minerals.
Oxford researchers receive Philip Leverhulme Prizes for achievements in engineering, chemistry and economics
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
Four researchers from the University of Oxford have been recognized with Philip Leverhulme Prizes for their work in engineering, chemistry, and economics.
UBS to present third quarter 2025 results via live webcast
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
UBS Group AG has announced it will present its third quarter 2025 financial results through a live webcast.
New research challenges assumptions about class segregation in Victorian Manchester
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
Emily Chung, a PhD researcher at St John's College, University of Cambridge, has published new research challenging long-held assumptions about social segregation in Victorian Manchester.
Metropolis Technologies sets out real-world AI playbook for city parking
By A. R. Newman | Oct 21, 2025
Metropolis, a technology company focused on artificial intelligence (AI), has unveiled insights into how cities can adopt real-world AI, particularly emphasizing its approach to frictionless and checkout-free parking.
Australian consumer confidence edges up but remains near yearly lows
By Globe Banner | Oct 21, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia saw a slight increase last week, rising by 1.0 point to reach 84.0 points, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence survey.