News from October 2025
UBS to redeem EUR 2 billion senior unsecured notes issued by Credit Suisse
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
UBS Group AG has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 2.125% Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes, which are due in 2026.
Fulbright program opens applications for Timorese scholars to conduct research in United States
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dili has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program.
NCUA ensures continued insurance coverage for credit union members during government shutdown
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced it will remain operational and continue to insure individual credit union accounts during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Prime Minister Marape meets President Trump at UN General Assembly amid deepening US-PNG ties
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea met with U.S. President Donald J. Trump during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, according to a statement from the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby.
Colombia cancels flexible credit line arrangement with IMF effective October 2025
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
On October 1, 2025, Colombian authorities informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) of their decision to cancel the two-year Flexible Credit Line (FCL) arrangement.
American Institute in Taiwan continues key consular services during funding lapse
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
At the start of October 2025, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) announced that its scheduled passport, visa, and American citizen services at its Taipei Office will continue despite a lapse in appropriations.
Study highlights adaptive response of ambulance staff during Covid-19 crisis
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
A new study led by Professor Helen Snooks at Swansea University has examined how ambulance staff adapted their triage and decision-making processes during the Covid-19 pandemic.
University of Cambridge announces series of events for Black History Month
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The University of Cambridge will mark Black History Month in October with a series of events and activities across its colleges.
Study finds distinct genetic patterns linked to timing of autism diagnoses
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
An international research team led by the University of Cambridge has found that autism diagnosed in early childhood differs genetically and developmentally from autism diagnosed later in life.
IMF completes second review under Extended Credit Facility arrangement with Liberia
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV Consultation and the second review of Liberia’s 40-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
UBS to redeem EUR 2 billion senior unsecured notes issued by Credit Suisse
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
UBS Group AG has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 2.125% Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes, which are due in 2026.
U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing demonstrations causing disruptions across Ecuador
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Demonstrations organized by Ecuadorian civil society groups are ongoing across the country, according to a recent alert from the U.S. Embassy in Ecuador.