News from 2025
U.S. addresses concerns over Iran’s nuclear activities at IAEA meeting
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The United States has expressed its concerns regarding Iran's nuclear activities during an extraordinary session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.
U.S. Embassy issues security alert for Americans in Iraq
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad has issued a security alert for American citizens in Iraq due to the increased potential for violence or attacks inspired by foreign terrorist organizations.
U.S. Embassy in Tunis celebrates 249th Independence Day with soccer theme
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunis recently celebrated the 249th anniversary of U.S. independence with an event themed "Summer of Soccer."
Meta launches accelerator for Indian game developers in partnership with top VC firms
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
India's gaming sector is set to receive a significant boost with the launch of the Meta Gaming Accelerator.
World Bank funds $37M project for improved waste management in Laos
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The World Bank has approved a project aimed at enhancing the management of waste, plastics, and pollution in Laos.
AcegasApsAmga adopts Siemens' Gridscale X for Trieste's energy grid enhancement
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Siemens and AcegasApsAmga have announced a collaboration aimed at enhancing the stability of Trieste's energy grid.
WhatsApp introduces new business-friendly features in Updates tab
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
WhatsApp has announced the introduction of new features within its Updates tab, a space that includes Channels and Status.
U.S., OSON launch partnership promoting entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent and OSON have initiated a new public-private partnership to promote entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan.
Flag football clinics launched by U.S. Consulate General in Monterrey
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Monterrey, in partnership with the National Football League (NFL) and USA Football, has initiated a series of flag football clinics as part of the Department of State’s Sports Envoy program.
Private equity fund launched focusing on European defense
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Tikehau Capital has announced the launch of a new private equity fund in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and CARAC Group.
OrganOx among finalists for UK's prestigious MacRobert Award
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The Royal Academy of Engineering has announced the finalists for the 2025 MacRobert Award, which honors engineering teams demonstrating exceptional innovation, societal benefit, and commercial viability within the UK.
U.S., Mongolia host inaugural international alumni conference on judicial independence
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar and the Congressional Office for International Leadership (COIL) are partnering with Mongolia to host the inaugural International Alumni Conference.
European defense-focused private equity fund launched by major financial groups
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Tikehau Capital, in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and the CARAC Group, has launched a private equity fund focused on European defense and security.
American Institute in Taiwan seeks bids for façade cleaning services
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to provide façade and window cleaning services under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract.
U.S. Embassy Helsinki seeks janitorial services for a one-year contract
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Helsinki has announced a request for quotations to secure janitorial services for its properties.
Oxford researchers achieve breakthrough in controlling tin-vacancy centers
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Researchers from the University of Oxford and the University of Manchester have achieved a significant breakthrough in quantum technology by gaining control over single tin-vacancy color centers in diamond.
U.S. Embassy Praia seeks safety program coordinator; deadline June 30
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia is currently accepting applications for the position of Safety Program Coordinator FSN-10.
U.S. Embassy reviews approach to enhance relations with Georgia
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Ambassador Dunnigan and Senior Advisor Toehlke engaged in discussions with Foreign Minister Botchorishvili to evaluate the U.S.-Georgia relationship.
U.S. Embassy Jakarta welcomes new chargé d’affaires Peter M. Haymond
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta has announced the arrival of Ambassador Peter M. Haymond, who will serve as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim.
UBS expands philanthropic offerings through Optimus Foundation in United States
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
UBS has announced the expansion of its UBS Optimus Foundation offering in the United States.