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Standard Chartered surpasses USD3 billion in Signature CIO Funds AUM after three years

Standard Chartered has announced that its Signature CIO Funds have surpassed USD3 billion in assets under management (AUM) three years after their launch.


FXStreet sees path to $1,300 as BNB sets record high

FXStreet has reported that Binance Coin (BNB) has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $1,200, with potential for further gains to $1,300.


U.S. Embassy Tirana issues security alert for Americans amid regional tensions

U.S. citizens in Albania have been advised to exercise increased caution around the anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel.


U.S. Embassy in Cyprus issues alert ahead of October 7 attack anniversary

U.S. citizens in Cyprus have been advised to exercise increased caution due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.


Howden Re leaders discuss hurricane impacts and resilience after Helene and Milton

Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck in 2024, causing tens of billions in insured losses but leaving the reinsurance market stable.


U.S. Embassy consular officers to offer citizen services in Lviv on October 15

Consular officers from the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv will provide services for U.S. citizens in Lviv on October 15, 2025.


Tom Murphy appointed president as Sun Life consolidates asset management operations

Sun Life has announced that Tom Murphy will become President of Sun Life Asset Management as the company brings all its asset management businesses together under one organizational structure.


U.S. Embassy warns Americans in Philippines on anniversary of October 7 Hamas attacks

U.S. citizens in the Philippines have been advised to remain alert due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.


University of Cambridge study links school policy on GCSE languages with inequality

Students from less affluent backgrounds in England are more likely to attend schools where studying a language at GCSE level is optional, according to new research from the University of Cambridge.


U.S. Embassy urges vigilance for Americans in Greece amid anniversary of Hamas attack

U.S. citizens in Greece have been advised to exercise increased caution due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.


GeoPura secures £27 million loan from Barclays for UK-Danish hydrogen project

GeoPura, a company specializing in green hydrogen generation and fuel cell technology, has secured a £27 million green loan facility to expand its hydrogen-powered energy services in the UK and establish a new hub in Denmark.


Unplanned bus strike disrupts traffic in Lima; U.S. Embassy issues safety advisory

An unplanned transportation strike disrupted traffic in Lima and Callao on October 6, 2025.


U.S. Embassy Brussels issues security alert ahead of Hamas attack anniversary

U.S. citizens in Belgium have been advised by the U.S. Embassy in Brussels to remain alert due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.


Hannover Re raises regular dividend payout ratio and changes policy on special dividends

Hannover Re announced on October 5, 2025, that it will adjust its dividend policy starting with the 2025 financial year.


U.S. Embassy in Bogotá issues alert ahead of planned pro-Palestinian protest

A protest organized by the Pro-Palestine Committee is expected to take place in Bogotá, Colombia, on October 4, 2025.


Siemens launches SICHARGE Flex EV charger targeting high-power fleet applications

Siemens has introduced SICHARGE Flex, a new distributed electric vehicle (EV) charging system designed for the growing demands of high-power charging in the megawatt era.


Ambassador Arrigo begins tenure after presenting credentials in Portugal

Ambassador John Joseph Arrigo has officially presented his credentials to the President of Portugal, marking the start of his role as the leader of U.S. Mission Portugal.


Peruvian national sentenced for role in multimillion-dollar scam targeting Spanish speakers in US

A Peruvian national, David Cornejo Fernandez, has been sentenced to 80 months in prison and ordered to pay more than $3 million in restitution for his role in a transnational fraud scheme that targeted Spanish-speaking consumers in the United States.


Kimberly Guilfoyle becomes first female U.S. ambassador to Greece

On September 29, Kimberly Guilfoyle was sworn in as the next U.S. Ambassador to Greece during a ceremony at the State Department in Washington, D.C. Guilfoyle is the first woman to hold this position as U.S. Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic.


U.S. Consulate in Hamilton to close early due to Hurricane Imelda

The Bermuda Weather Service has issued a Hurricane Warning for Bermuda as Hurricane Imelda approaches the island.