News from 2025
Cambridge professor receives prestigious Shaw Prize for groundbreaking cosmology research
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Professor George Efstathiou, an Emeritus Professor of Astrophysics at Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy, has been awarded the Shaw Prize in Astronomy.
HSBC announces leadership changes with upcoming retirement of Sir Mark Tucker
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
HSBC Holdings plc has announced updates regarding the succession of its Group Chairman.
Fuego volcano eruption prompts evacuations; U.S citizens advised caution
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Guatemala's National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology, and Hydrology (INSIVUMEH) has reported a significant increase in volcanic activity from the Fuego volcano.
USA Rugby Olympians inspire youth during Papua New Guinea visit
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Port Moresby, May 30, 2025 – The U.S. Embassy in Papua New Guinea collaborated with the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) and Santos to host a week-long sports envoy program.
Construction begins on new U.S. embassy site in Port of Spain
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Work has begun on the new United States embassy site in Port of Spain, located at 137 Long Circular Road, Maraval.
Global initiative highlights need for expanded ocean conservation efforts
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The global research project MegaMove, endorsed by the United Nations, involves nearly 400 scientists from over 50 countries.
President Neves welcomes YALI 2025 finalists at orientation event
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy, in collaboration with the Cabo Verdean Alumni Association of the United States of America (ACA-EUA), organized a Pre-Departure Orientation for the 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders finalists.
Sun Life appoints Lay Hoon Tan as CEO for its Vietnam operations
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Sun Life Financial Inc. has announced the appointment of Lay Hoon Tan as the new CEO of Sun Life Vietnam, pending regulatory approval.
World Bank supports community-driven development in Tajikistan with $25 million grant
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The World Bank has announced the approval of additional financing through the International Development Association (IDA) to support local communities in Tajikistan.
DRC receives $19.47M from World Bank to reduce deforestation emissions
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has received $19.47 million from the World Bank's Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) for its efforts in reducing 3.89 million tons of carbon emissions through forest protection and restoration in the...
Polio outbreak reported in Papua New Guinea; vaccination efforts underway
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
In May 2025, Papua New Guinea health authorities informed the World Health Organization (WHO) about the detection of a polio virus in stool samples from two healthy children in Morobe Province.
UBS opposes increased Swiss government regulatory proposals
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
UBS has expressed support for most of the regulatory proposals presented by the Swiss Federal Council but voiced strong opposition to the suggested increase in capital requirements.
IMF highlights economic resilience but urges reforms in Lithuania
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its concluding statement following the 2025 Article IV Mission to Lithuania.
Study shows dehorning reduces rhino poaching by nearly 80
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The study conducted between 2017 and 2023 in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa has revealed significant findings on rhino conservation efforts.
State Department issues alert for U.S. citizens during hurricane season
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The Department of State has issued an alert to U.S. citizens regarding the 2025 hurricane season, which will continue until November.
NCUA announces tentative date for upcoming board meeting
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced that its next Board of Directors meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 24, 2025, at 10:00 am Eastern.
NAB's AI tool improves customer interaction with personalized banking services
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
It is not common for banks to communicate in a way that feels personal, but NAB's Customer Brain aims to achieve this.
Congo launches data portal under IMF's Enhanced General Data Dissemination System
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
The Democratic Republic of Congo has launched the National Summary Data Page (NSDP), marking its implementation of the International Monetary Fund's Enhanced General Data Dissemination System (e-GDDS).
Swansea graduates lead performance teams at Chelsea and West Ham
By Globe Banner | Jun 5, 2025
Tom Taylor and Jordan Smith, both graduates of Swansea University, have taken on prominent roles as lead Physical Performance Coaches at Chelsea Football Club and West Ham United respectively.
IMF board discusses contributions ahead of fourth Financing for Development Conference
By Globe Banner | Jun 5, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) convened on June 3 to discuss a staff paper regarding the IMF's contribution to the international financing for development agenda.