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ING reports progress in €2.0 billion share buyback programme

ING completed another week of its €2.0 billion share buyback programme, originally announced on October 31, 2024.


Peace Corps seeks quotes for a computer network cabling certification contract

The Peace Corps is seeking quotes for a contract related to computer network cabling certification.


Rwanda’s GDP growth driven by strong private consumption and investment

Rwanda's economy saw significant growth in 2024, with a real GDP increase of 8.9%, surpassing the prior year's 8.2%.


Morgan Health invests in Venteur to expand employer health benefits options

Morgan Health, a branch of JPMorganChase, has made a significant equity growth investment in Venteur, a company at the forefront of managing Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRA).


New centre launched for suicide prevention and self-harm research in Wales

A new National Centre for Suicide Prevention and Self-Harm Research has been launched in Wales.


Oxford highlights fakes and forgeries with April Fakes Day events

The University of Oxford is hosting a series of events to spotlight fakes and fraudsters, aligning with April Fools’ Day.


U.S. imposes sanctions on six officials over Hong Kong's autonomy issues

The U.S. Department of State has announced the sanctioning of six officials from Beijing and Hong Kong in response to actions undermining Hong Kong’s autonomy and engaging in transnational repression.


US and South Korea officials discuss security, economic cooperation, and wildfire condolences

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in discussions with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun.


US highlights enforcement of immigration laws for Mongolian travelers

Thousands of Mongolians visit the United States annually for various purposes, such as vacation, work, or study.


Swansea University launches marine restoration master's course in 2025

Swansea University is offering a new master's program titled ‘Masters in Marine Restoration and Conservation’ commencing in September 2025.


World Bank commits $500 million for job creation in Türkiye earthquake zones

The World Bank Board has announced the approval of a $500 million funding initiative aimed at creating jobs and supporting businesses in areas of Türkiye affected by the February 2023 earthquakes.


Consumer confidence up 1.1 points, driven by current financial optimism

Consumer confidence saw a slight increase last week, rising by 1.1 points to 85.3 according to recent data.


Barclays appoints Jason Short to lead West Coast financial sponsor client coverage

Barclays has announced the appointment of Jason Short as a Managing Director in its Financial Sponsors Group (FSG), a move aimed at strengthening its agreements with financial sponsor clients on the West Coast.


U.S. Embassy in Tokyo halts routine visa services from May 2-13, 2025

Routine visa services at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo will be temporarily halted from May 2 to May 13, 2025, due to scheduled infrastructure improvements.


Academy of Social Sciences elects Professor Sibel Erduran to fellowship

Professor Sibel Erduran has been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences Fellowship.


OCBC commits $50,000 for earthquake relief in Myanmar

OCBC is contributing $50,000 to aid humanitarian efforts in Myanmar following a significant earthquake.


Peruvian author Gabriela Wiener reads at lit.COLOGNE 2025 in Cologne

DEG recently hosted Gabriela Wiener, a Peruvian author and journalist, at a reading event during the lit.


Contract registration notice for vendors interested in services exceeding $30,000

Prospective vendors interested in contract actions exceeding $30,000 should register with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for the awards.


IMF concludes article IV consultation on Sweden's economy for 2025

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV consultation with Sweden, reporting signs of economic recovery following the nation's contraction in 2023.


OPEN Program invites applications for TESOL courses for Summer 2025 term

The Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program is now accepting applications for its Summer 2025 term.