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UBS has announced the expansion of its UBS Optimus Foundation offering in the United States.

Mogadishu's Boondheere district thrives after pond rehabilitation

Habiba Omar Addow, a shop owner in Mogadishu's Boondheere District, expressed her relief at the impact of a rehabilitated water catchment pond on her community.

Study reveals mixed impact of protected areas on avian biodiversity

Establishing protected areas is a key conservation strategy aimed at mitigating the extinction crisis by enhancing biodiversity.

Howden Re partners with UCL for AI tools transforming reinsurance pricing

Howden Re and the UCL School of Management have been awarded £200,000 in government funding for a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).

World Bank offers strategies for sustainable growth in Sierra Leone amid climate threats

The World Bank has introduced two significant reports aimed at guiding Sierra Leone toward sustainable growth amidst climate challenges.

USS Lewis B. Puller undergoes repairs at Palumbo Shipyard in Malta

The USS LEWIS B. PULLER (ESB-3) is currently in Malta for repairs at the Palumbo Shipyard.

Siemens and COIMA revamp Pirelli 35 with significant energy savings

Siemens and COIMA have successfully transformed the historic "Pirelli 35" building in Milan's Porta Nuova district into a modern, energy-efficient structure.

U.S. citizens urged to prepare for hurricane season in Dominican Republic

Hurricane season in the Dominican Republic spans from June to November, with the most activity occurring in August and September.

U.S. Embassy seeks bids for kitchen hood fire suppression services

The U.S. Embassy in Freetown, Sierra Leone, has announced a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a contract related to PMSC kitchen hood fire suppression services.

Historian honored for contributions to British heritage preservation

Professor Maurice Whitehead, an emeritus professor of history, has been recognized for his decade-long contributions as Director of Heritage Collections and Research Fellow at the Venerable English College in Rome.

Arun Srinivas named managing director for Meta operations in India

Meta has announced the appointment of Arun Srinivas as the Managing Director and Head for its operations in India.

Samsung partners with Van Gogh Museum for tech-enhanced audio tour

Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, aimed at integrating technology with art.

Plastic surgeon receives OBE for contributions to surgery

Professor Iain Whitaker, a prominent figure in the field of plastic surgery, has been recognized with an OBE for his contributions to clinical practice, research, and training.

USS San Diego joins USS America and USS Rushmore in Sydney

Amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47), and elements from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit have arrived in Sydney, Australia.

World Bank invests over $2 billion in Indonesia's economy growth

The World Bank has approved two major investments totaling $2.128 billion to stimulate job creation, economic growth, and clean energy access in Indonesia.

Kenya’s Strathmore wins John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition

Strathmore University of Kenya emerged victorious in the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition held in Geneva, Switzerland.

President Trump proclaims June 15th as Father's Day

The President of the United States has issued a proclamation in recognition of Father's Day, 2025.

Demonstrations planned in three Greek cities prompt cautionary alert from U.S. Mission

The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued an alert to U.S. citizens regarding planned demonstrations on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in the cities of Larissa, Athens, and Thessaloniki.

Cambridge professors honored in King's Birthday Honours 2025