News from 2025
U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing protests impacting Bogotá travel
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Protests are taking place in Bogotá on October 10, 2025, according to a notice from the U.S. Embassy in Colombia.
Trump authorizes new arctic security cutters with Finland partnership
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has authorized the construction of up to four Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs) in foreign shipyards, citing urgent national security needs in the Arctic region.
U.S. Embassy in Peru issues alert ahead of planned strike and demonstrations
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
U.S. citizens in Peru are being advised to take precautions due to a planned transportation strike and a series of demonstrations scheduled in several cities, including Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, from October 11 to October 20.
Magnitude 7.5 earthquake triggers tsunami warning across parts of Mindanao
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck offshore of Davao Oriental, Mindanao at 9:43 a.m. on October 10, 2025, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
Johnson & Johnson urges shareholders to reject below-market mini-tender offer from Tutanota
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Johnson & Johnson has advised its shareholders to reject an unsolicited mini-tender offer made by Tutanota LLC.
U.S. Consulate warns Americans of planned anti-immigration protest in Amsterdam
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A large anti-immigration demonstration is scheduled to take place in Amsterdam on October 12, 2025.
U.S. and South Korean officials hold strategic dialogue in Seoul
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker and Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo met in Seoul for the U.S.-Republic of Korea Strategic Dialogue.
Credit expands rapidly in Brazil despite high interest rates as fintechs boost access
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Higher incomes and the growth of fintech companies have contributed to strong credit expansion in Brazil, despite the country maintaining one of the highest policy interest rates among major economies.
Federal agencies release guidance on suspicious activity report requirements
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), in collaboration with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, has released new guidance on...
Meta expands Reels translation features on Instagram and Facebook
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Meta has announced the expansion of its translation features for Reels on Instagram and Facebook, now supporting Hindi and Portuguese in addition to English and Spanish.
FSB urges stronger implementation of cross-border payment reforms after limited end-user gains
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has reported that while most international policy work under the G20 Roadmap for enhancing cross-border payments is complete, these efforts have not yet led to significant improvements for end-users.
U.S. Embassy warns travelers as Tropical Storm Raymond follows Hurricane Priscilla's path
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Tropical Storm Raymond has developed off the coast of Mexico and is expected to follow a similar route as Hurricane Priscilla, which recently affected the region.
Johnson & Johnson to present at UBS Global Healthcare Conference on November 11
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Johnson & Johnson announced it will take part in the UBS Global Healthcare Conference on November 11, 2025.
World Bank supports rural development and job creation in East Asia and Pacific
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Across East Asia and the Pacific, rural communities are working to improve their futures through new development initiatives.
Morgan Stanley leads $60 million funding round for Corvus Energy's clean maritime tech
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management announced that its 1GT private climate equity strategy has led a $60 million Series E funding round for Corvus Energy, a company specializing in low-carbon energy storage systems for maritime vessels.
European Union introduces new entry/exit system for U.S. travelers to Greece
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Most U.S. citizens traveling to Greece will soon experience new border procedures as the European Union introduces its Entry/Exit System (EES).
HSBC proposes privatisation of Hang Seng Bank with HK$106 billion offer
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
HSBC Holdings plc has announced a proposal to privatise Hang Seng Bank Limited through a scheme of arrangement.
NAB survey shows improving business outlook as cost pressures ease
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Business conditions in Australia showed improvement in August 2025, according to the latest NAB Monthly Business Survey.
U.S. Embassy in Ouagadougou suspends routine visa services starting October 10
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Ouagadougou has announced a temporary suspension of all routine visa services starting October 10, 2025.
BMO announces reverse split for MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2025
Bank of Montreal (BMO) announced it will conduct a 1-for-20 reverse split for its MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs), with the change expected to take effect at the start of trading on October 22, 2025.