News from 2025
Fulbright FLTA program invites Bangladeshi educators for 2026-27 applications
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program.
Cambridge leads with highest number of ERC advanced grant recipients
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Eleven senior researchers from the University of Cambridge have been awarded Advanced Grants by the European Research Council (ERC), marking the highest number of grants given to any institution in this funding round.
World Bank releases report on air quality management in Central Asia
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The World Bank has released its first regional-level assessment of air quality management (AQM) in Central Asia, titled "Air Quality Management in Central Asia."
U.S. Embassy invites applications for fall OPEN Program
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Albania is currently inviting applications for the Fall 2025 term of the Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program, previously known as the E-Teacher Program.
China-WBG partnership launches center focusing on ecological systems
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The China–WBG Global Center for Ecological Systems and Transitions (GKC) represents a collaboration between the Ministry of Finance of the People's Republic of China and the World Bank Group (WBG).
FSB group discusses financial vulnerabilities in Sub-Saharan Africa
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Members of the Financial Stability Board's (FSB) Regional Consultative Group for Sub-Saharan Africa convened in Livingstone on June 17, 2025.
Facebook transitions all videos into reels with no length restrictions
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Facebook is set to simplify video sharing by transitioning all videos into reels, eliminating the need for users to choose between uploading a video or a reel.
U.S. donates $207,000 in medical supplies to Trinidad and Tobago
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The United States has donated medical supplies worth $207,000 to the Ministry of Health in Trinidad and Tobago.
Metalex Commodities partners with Terra Metals for new Zambian mining venture
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
U.S.-based Metalex Commodities and Zambian-owned Terra Metals Limited have formed a joint venture named Lunda Resources.
US issues security alert urging citizens to leave Iran amid rising tensions
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
U.S. citizens currently in Iran are advised to leave the country immediately due to increasing regional tensions, according to a security alert issued by the U.S. government.
FSB Regional Consultative Group discusses financial stability in Nassau
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The FSB Regional Consultative Group for the Americas convened in Nassau on June 17, 2025.
Oxford researchers receive prestigious ERC Advanced Grants for diverse scientific projects
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded Advanced Grants to several Oxford University academics, recognizing their innovative research across various scientific fields.
US withdraws from conference on financing due to disagreements over outcome document
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The United States has announced its withdrawal from the preparatory process for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, set to take place in Sevilla, Spain.
Siemens plans new data center hub in Madrid to boost digital development
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Siemens has announced plans to establish a data center hub in Madrid, Spain.
Yuanta FHC and subsidiary recognized again for top corporate governance performance
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) and its subsidiary Yuanta Futures have been recognized for their corporate governance practices, ranking in the top five percent in the eleventh Corporate Governance Evaluation conducted by the Taiwan Stock...
Morgan Stanley and Scion partner on $262M student housing deal near Ole Miss
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management, through its Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI) division, and The Scion Group have announced a joint venture to acquire student housing communities in Oxford, Mississippi.
WTO reviews six regional trade agreements; discusses transparency issues
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) members recently convened to review six regional trade agreements and discuss issues related to transparency.
IMF completes Article IV consultation with Namibia amid subdued growth outlook
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its Article IV Consultation with Namibia.
World Bank issues largest supranational bond in Swiss Franc market since 2014
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The World Bank has announced the pricing of a 7-year benchmark bond denominated in Swiss Francs, maturing in June 2032.