News from September 2025
U.S. urges action at UN over rising violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
At a United Nations Security Council briefing in New York, Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Acting U.S. Representative, addressed the ongoing violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
U.S. Embassy Port Moresby moves consular report of birth abroad applications online
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
A Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) certifies that a person born outside the United States to a U.S. citizen parent or parents has acquired U.S. citizenship at birth, as provided under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
Quint countries and EU voice concerns over party registration before Kosovo local elections
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The embassies of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union Office in Kosovo, have issued a joint statement expressing concern over actions by political actors that may limit competition among...
U.S. affirms support for displaced Rohingya and others amid violence in Burma
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The United States has voiced its support for the people of Burma, with particular mention of the Rohingya and other ethnic groups who have faced violence and displacement.
U.S. Embassy Bishkek seeks bids for new public address system
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek has announced a solicitation for bids to supply a Public Address System for embassy operations.
U.S. Commercial Service to host franchise seminar for Hungarian entrepreneurs
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Hungarian entrepreneurs and investors interested in expanding their business with U.S. franchise brands will have an opportunity to connect directly with representatives from leading American companies at a seminar organized by the U.S. Commercial...
World Bank highlights gains in El Salvador's early childhood education sector
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
In recent years, efforts to improve education in El Salvador have focused on mobilizing resources, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and adapting international best practices to local needs.
World Bank outlines $10 trillion investment need for East Asia’s clean energy transition
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The World Bank has released a new report, "Green Horizon: East Asia’s Sustainable Energy Future," that examines how East Asia can move toward cleaner energy and industry.
World Bank issues record HKD-denominated sustainable bond raising HKD 7 billion
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The World Bank has issued its first benchmark bond denominated in Hong Kong dollars, marking the largest supranational deal in the HKD market.
World Bank approves $47.9 million grant for Punjab schoolchildren
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
The World Bank has approved a grant of $47.9 million to support education in Pakistan’s Punjab province.
How nature-based solutions can help ports address climate risks
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Ports play a significant role in global trade, especially for low- and middle-income countries.
Samsung and Johns Hopkins APL honored with R&D 100 Award for Peltier cooling technology
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Samsung Electronics and the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) have received a 2025 R&D 100 Award for their collaborative work on next-generation Peltier cooling technology.
Samsung expands One UI platform to include smart home appliances
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced that its One UI platform will be expanded to include home appliances, aiming to create a consistent software experience across smartphones, TVs, and smart appliances.
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 Lite focused on affordability and productivity
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, a new tablet aimed at providing users with an affordable option for entertainment, creativity, and productivity.
Australian consumer confidence drops as all subindices record declines
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia dropped by 3.4 points last week, reaching 86 points, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey.
Siemens Mobility selected for full automation of Paris Metro Line 13
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract by RATP to deliver a new Train Operation Automation System for Paris Metro Line 13.
Four Oxford researchers win Royal Society awards for scientific achievement
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Four University of Oxford researchers have been recognised in the 2025 Royal Society Awards for their contributions to science.
Swansea University sociologist receives award for research on self-optimisation culture
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2025
Dr Daniel Nehring, a senior lecturer in sociology at Swansea University’s Department of Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy, has received the Sociologist of the Month Award from the journal Current Sociology.