News from 2025
Langar Ota Complex reopens after U.S.-funded restoration
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The Langar Ota Complex, a significant cultural and religious site in Uzbekistan's Kashkadarya province, has reopened after restoration efforts funded by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation.
U.S.-funded research merges drones, AI, and tracking for conservation in Botswana
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The U.S. Embassy’s Defense Attaché Office recently visited Professor Rodrigo S. Jamisola Jr. at the Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) to evaluate the progress of a research project funded by the U.S. Army.
Mississippi student honored as FLEX Abroad's Student of the Month
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Cassandra Allen, a student from Mississippi, has been recognized as FLEX Abroad's Student of the Month for her remarkable accomplishments.
ANZ warns customers about potential scams after RBA rate change
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
ANZ has issued a warning to its customers about the potential for increased scam activity following the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) recent decision to lower the cash rate target by 25 basis points.
Cancer leads high-cost health claims; musculoskeletal conditions surge: Sun Life report
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Sun Life, a prominent stop-loss provider for self-funded employers, has released its 13th annual high-cost claim and injectable drugs trend analysis.
Bank of America's CEO to speak at Morgan Stanley conference
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Bank of America has announced that its Chair and CEO, Brian Moynihan, will participate in the Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference scheduled for June 11.
Bitget forced to payout $20M after abnormal trading activity of VOXELUSDT futures
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Bitget announced that it identified abnormal trading activity of the VOXEL/USDT perpetual futures contract and was forced to suspend multiple accounts amid suspected market manipulation.
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation reports underwriting profit and a considerable jump in operating income
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has announced that the state's personal property insurance market reported an underwriting profit and a significant increase in operating income for 2024, according to a report by the AM Best rating and...
Hegseth meets with Vietnamese counterpart to discuss defense cooperation
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
On May 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with Vietnam’s Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang.
Attempted terrorist attack reported near Martyrs Shrine in Munyonyo
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
There are reports of an attempted terrorist attack near the Martyrs Shrine in Munyonyo, Kampala.
U.S. Embassy in Suva seeks quotes for diesel fire pump repairs
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva has announced a request for quotation (RFQ) for repairs to its diesel fire pump.
U.S. Government requests quotes for AC servicing at leased residences
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The U.S. Government has issued a request for quotes for the servicing of air conditioning units located in its leased residences.
U.S. Embassy Suva seeks quotes for Ansul system replacement
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva has issued a request for quotation for the replacement of an Ansul System.
DBS supports SGD 692 million green loan for Tengah's eco-friendly urban project
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
A consortium led by Hong Leong Holdings Limited, including joint venture partners GuocoLand Limited and CSC Land Group, has secured a SGD 692 million green loan for an urban development project in Tengah, Singapore.
NAB Foundation launches impact investment fund focusing on affordable housing
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The NAB Foundation has introduced a new Impact Investing Fund (IIF) aimed at enhancing its social and environmental contributions.
JPMorganChase launches strategy to boost financial health in underserved U.S. communities
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
JPMorganChase has unveiled a new corporate responsibility strategy to enhance financial health and economic growth in U.S. communities, particularly focusing on low- and moderate-income (LMI) populations.
World Bank highlights Algeria's economic progress but urges productivity boost
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Algeria's economy experienced significant growth in 2024, with non-hydrocarbon GDP increasing by 4.8%, according to the World Bank's Spring 2025 Economic Update.
Consumer confidence falls amid changing financial outlooks
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia experienced a slight decline last week, with the index dropping 0.6 points to 86.4.
WTO upgrades e-Learning platform for better user experience
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced an upgrade to its e-Learning platform, aiming to enhance the user experience and learning outcomes for participants.