News from 2025
Standard Chartered appoints Andrew Morlet as senior advisor for circular economy
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
Standard Chartered has announced the appointment of Andrew Morlet as Senior Advisor for Circular Economy.
Meta strengthens measures against online scams in India
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
Meta is actively working to combat online investment and payment scams in India.
Women farmers show resilience amid challenges in South Sudan
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
Shortly after Natalina Atim began farming in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state, her one-hectare maize field suffered a significant loss due to a locust invasion.
World Bank approves initial phase of Cameroon's Water Security Program
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The World Bank has approved the first phase of the Cameroon Water Security Program under its Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA).
IMF extends credit facilities for Cabo Verde
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted Cabo Verde an extension for its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements.
UBS expands Asian Investment Conference with new wealth edition in Singapore
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
UBS AG has announced an expansion of its Asian Investment Conference (AIC) to include a new wealth management-focused event in Singapore.
U.S. citizens warned about scheduled demonstrations across Slovakia
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Slovakia has issued a notice to American citizens regarding planned demonstrations in Bratislava and other locations across Slovakia on May 8 and 9, 2025.
UK rent and mortgage spending growth slows as confidence stabilizes
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
Rent and mortgage spending in the UK rose by 5.2% year-on-year in April, slightly lower than the 5.4% increase observed in March, according to Barclays Property Insights.
U.S offers $10 million reward for information on Manda Bay Airfield attackers
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Abdullahi Banati or any other individual responsible for the January 5, 2020 terrorist attack on Manda Bay Airfield in...
Study finds significant gaps in NHS care for deaf or hearing-impaired patients
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
A recent study reveals that many patients who are deaf or have hearing loss encounter significant communication challenges when accessing services through the National Health Service (NHS).
U.S. Embassy hosts social entrepreneur Rahama Wright for speaker series in Fiji
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji, is hosting American social entrepreneur Rahama Wright for a weeklong speaker series titled “Prosperity through Community.” Wright, the founder and CEO of Shea Yeleen, is recognized for her efforts to empower women...
League of American Workers President: U.S. must respond ‘when Beijing gains control over key Chilean industries like energy and fishing’
By C.D. Marsden | May 7, 2025
Steve Cortes, president and founder of the League of American Workers (LAW) said China’s use of Chile as a trade proxy for seafood imports into the U.S. compel’s “a firm response.”
U.S. Embassy warns of traffic disruption due to BNP gathering in Dhaka
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has issued a routine message regarding potential disruptions due to a gathering organized by the Bangladesh National Party (BNP).
Rubio discusses economic ties with Iraqi Deputy PM
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dr. Fuad Hussein in Washington, D.C., on April 25.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Iceland amid economic recovery
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV mission to Iceland, where a team led by Magnus Saxegaard conducted discussions both virtually and in Reykjavik.
United States emphasizes peaceful space exploration at COPUOS LSC session
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The United States has expressed its commitment to the peaceful exploration and use of outer space at the 64th Session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space Legal Subcommittee (COPUOS LSC) in Vienna, Austria. U.S. Acting Deputy Chief...
U.S. Embassy Hanoi seeks bids for supermarket promotion project
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Hanoi has issued a solicitation notice for an in-store promotion with a supermarket chain for the year 2025.
U.S. Embassy seeks venue bids for July 4th event in Santo Domingo
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The Embassy of the United States of America in Santo Domingo has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) for a venue to host its 4th of July celebrations in 2025.
U.S.-Faroe Islands partnership dialogue focuses on energy and trade
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The United States and the Faroe Islands conducted their annual Partnership Dialogue in Washington, D.C., on May 5.
Oxford scholars join US National Academy
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
Four academics from the University of Oxford have been elected as international members of the US National Academy of Sciences this year.