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U.S. acknowledges IAEA's draft annual report at Board of Governors meeting

The United States has expressed its appreciation for the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) draft Annual Report for 2024, highlighting the agency's efforts in advancing nuclear science and technology globally.


U.S.-Philippines partnership trains teachers in alternative learning system

On June 4 and 5, the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines' Regional English Language Office (RELO) collaborated with the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) Davao City Division to conduct a workshop for forty newly hired teachers under DepEd's...


World Bank supports South Africa's infrastructure modernization with $1.5 billion loan

The World Bank has announced a Development Policy Loan (DPL) of $1.5 billion to support South Africa's infrastructure modernization efforts.


U.S. Embassy announces new English language teaching center opening in Mongolia

The United States Embassy in Mongolia has announced the opening of the Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching at the eLibrary of the National University of Mongolia.


U.S.-funded program helps Sri Lankan students graduate with enhanced skills

On June 9, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka marked the graduation of 90 secondary school students from Jaffna, Trincomalee, and Nuwara Eliya.


US prepares for FIFA Club World Cup ahead of co-hosting Men’s World Cup

The United States is set to host the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, bringing together some of the world's top soccer teams for matches scheduled from June 14 to July 13.


World Bank approves $350M package for Greater Casablanca rail transformation

The World Bank has approved a $350 million financing package for the Greater Casablanca Mobility and Logistics Hub.


Cambridge partners with DSIT on new Spärck AI Scholarships

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has announced the launch of the Spärck AI Scholarships.


Investment firm backs tech platform transforming credit market

Over the past four decades, capital markets have experienced significant transformations as technology modernized many asset classes.


U.S. suspends visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries under new proclamation

The United States has announced the suspension of visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries, effective June 9, 2025.


Oxford's Nipah virus vaccine receives EMA PRIME designation

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted the Oxford vaccine against the Nipah virus a PRIME designation.


Investment experts stress sticking with proven strategies amid market volatility

In a recent analysis, investment professionals discussed the challenges of managing portfolios amidst market volatility.


U.S. Embassy announces auction for furniture and shipping containers

The U.S. Embassy is organizing an auction that features furniture and shipping containers.


U.S. reaffirms support for IAEA technical cooperation at Vienna meeting

The United States has reiterated its commitment to the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Technical Cooperation Program during a meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors in Vienna, Austria.


IMF reaches staff-level agreement on fifth review with Zambia

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.


Barclays launches London innovation hub with Microsoft and NVIDIA

Barclays has unveiled a new Innovation Hub in London, collaborating with technology giants Microsoft and NVIDIA.


U.S., Brazil renew cooperation on criminal investigation

The U.S. Consulate General in Recife and the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte (MPRN) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding for technical cooperation in criminal investigation.


U.S. Embassy issues alert for planned protest in Monrovia

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a demonstration alert regarding a planned protest by the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC).


Randal K. Quarles appointed by FSB to lead G20 strategic review

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has appointed Randal K. Quarles to lead a strategic review group tasked by the G20.


U.S.-Vietnam fellowship applications open for promising leaders

The U.S. Mission in Vietnam has opened the application process for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.