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University students interested in the Summer Work and Travel Exchange Program should start preparing their applications.

Fulbright TEA offers global educators professional development opportunities

The Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (Fulbright TEA), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, continues to offer opportunities for educators worldwide.

UN discusses Middle East ceasefire agreement mediated by US, Qatar, Egypt

Thank you, Mr. President, and I thank Secretary-General Guterres for his briefing earlier.

U.S. reviews human rights situation in Italy at UN session

The United States has issued a statement at the Universal Periodic Review of Italy, held during its 48th session on January 20, 2025.

Blockchain lawyer on crypto UX: 'someone will bring this together in the right way at the right time and it will explode'

By Globe Banner | Jan 19, 2025

Florian Glatz, a blockchain lawyer, expressed that the potential for cryptocurrency user experience (UX) to achieve widespread success will be realized when the right approach converges at the right time.

BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Morgans Finance

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a consumer warning concerning Morgans Finance, which is reportedly offering unauthorized banking and financial services through its website.

Experts collaborate against Russia's shadow fleet amid rising maritime risks

On January 10, 2025, a multilateral group of experts convened in Copenhagen, Denmark, to develop strategies to counter Russia's shadow fleet and its high-risk activities in the Baltic Sea.

U.S. criticizes Belarusian election under Lukashenka's repressive regime

The 2025 presidential election in Belarus is facing criticism from the United States due to the current repressive environment in the country.

EBA and ESMA announce findings on DeFi and crypto-asset risks in joint report

The European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) have released a joint report analyzing crypto-assets, decentralized finance (DeFi), and related activities for the European Union Commission's Markets in...

Registered VASPs removed from Spanish CNMV grey list

The Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV) has announced the removal of registered Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), including Bit2Me, from its grey list.

Impact of U.S. tariffs and German elections on Europe's economic outlook

The tariffs proposed by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on the European Union are anticipated to impact the eurozone's economic growth, according to RBC Global Asset Management Inc. Chief Economist Eric Lascelles.

IMF concludes Article IV consultation with The Bahamas

On January 13, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its Article IV consultation with The Bahamas.

U.S. supports Inter-American Development Bank's framework for fragile situations

The United States has expressed its support for the Inter-American Development Bank's new Framework aimed at assisting populations in fragile situations.

U.S. marks Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with national observance

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Austria to America exchange program opens applications for young Austrian leaders

Applications are now open for the U.S. Embassy Vienna's exchange program, Austria to America 9.0.

BMO pledges $3 million for L.A. wildfire relief efforts

BMO has announced a $3 million pledge to support wildfire relief, recovery, and rebuilding efforts in the Los Angeles area.

IMF completes reviews of Cabo Verde's economic programs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its fifth review of Cabo Verde's performance under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement and its second review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)...

U.S. Embassy in Finland opens applications for Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2025

The United States Embassy in Finland has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2025).

US supports transparent implementation of global digital compact

The United States has expressed its support for an open and inclusive process to implement the Global Digital Compact.

White House residence team executes swift presidential transition