News from 2025
Escárzaga Palace restored with U.S. funding highlights cultural ties
By Globe Banner | Jul 8, 2025
The restoration of the historic Escárzaga Palace in Durango has been completed with financial support from the U.S. Department of State's Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP).
Canadians maintain retirement saving strategies amid market changes
By Globe Banner | Jul 8, 2025
Canadians are maintaining their commitment to retirement savings despite economic uncertainties, according to Sun Life's 2025 Designed for Savings report.
Founder of Binance on early life: 'The place I grew up, I remember we didn't have running water'
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, recounted his childhood in rural China as being marked by a lack of running water and electricity.
Samsung announces enhanced security measures for upcoming Galaxy smartphones
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced a series of security and privacy updates for its upcoming Samsung Galaxy smartphones featuring One UI 8.
U.S. Embassy in Guinea seeks bids for gym equipment
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, has announced a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for gym equipment to be installed at its facility.
U.S. Embassy releases list of tax preparers in Singapore
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Singapore has issued a list of tax preparers operating within the country, though it notes that it does not verify the professional credentials or integrity of those listed.
US Consul General reflects on strong ties between America and Western Australia
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The United States Consul General in Western Australia, Siriana Nair, has shared her reflections on the US-Australia alliance and its impact on the region.
UK rent and mortgage spending slows; awareness gap in ownership schemes
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
Consumer spending on rent and mortgages in the UK grew by 4.3% year-on-year in June, according to data from Barclays Property Insights.
Ukraine bolsters healthcare amid war with World Bank support
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
In 2021, a World Bank-supported health initiative in Ukraine began with the goal of containing the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Embassy seeks bids for remote generator fuel monitoring system
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The United States Embassy in Windhoek has issued an invitation for tenders from qualified companies to provide a Remote Generator Fuel Monitoring and Control System.
DBS outlines key investment strategies amid global economic shifts
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The global economic landscape is experiencing notable shifts as outlined in the latest investment takeaways for the third quarter of 2025.
IMF completes fourth review under ECF arrangement with Ghana
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fourth review of Ghana's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement, originally approved in May 2023.
NCUA supports Texas flood-affected credit unions ensuring deposit safety
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
As Texas recovers from recent severe storms and flooding, the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is actively monitoring the situation and providing support to affected credit unions.
Nairobi protest prompts alert for U.S. citizens
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
U.S. citizens in Nairobi have been alerted about potential disruptions in the Central Business District (CBD) on July 7, 2025.
Secretary Rubio travels to Malaysia for ASEAN-related meetings
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Kuala Lumpur from July 8 to 12.
U.S. Embassy Praia seeks administrative clerk; deadline July 18
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of Administrative Clerk Document Control, classified as FSN-06.
BlackRock announces acquisition agreement with real estate firm ElmTree Funds
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
BlackRock, Inc. has announced a definitive agreement to acquire ElmTree Funds, a real estate investment firm with $7.3 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025.
IDA leverages resources for job creation across fragile markets
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
The International Development Association (IDA) Private Sector Window (PSW) is playing a significant role in job creation and economic growth in some of the world's most fragile markets.
Australian job ads reach highest point since September last year
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads increased by 1.8% in June, marking the strongest monthly rise since September 2024.
Siemens opens modern train factory in Munich
By Globe Banner | Jul 7, 2025
Siemens has inaugurated a new train factory and service center in Munich-Allach, marking a significant investment in the region's rail industry.