News from 2025
Nepal’s community-driven forest management boosts coverage but faces new challenges
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Nepal has seen a significant increase in its forest cover over the past three decades, according to a new report.
U.S. urges Syrian cooperation with IAEA over unresolved nuclear compliance issues
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The United States has reiterated its concerns regarding Syria's noncompliance with its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Safeguards Agreement during a recent meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors in Vienna.
World Bank approves $150 million loan for infrastructure and tourism in Neuquén
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $150 million project to support infrastructure improvements and sustainable tourism in the Argentine province of Neuquén.
Scientists achieve highest-resolution map yet of human genome's 3D structure
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Researchers have produced the most detailed map to date of how DNA is organized and operates inside living cells.
World Bank-backed program supports recovery in Yemen's fisheries sector
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Yemen’s fisheries sector has faced significant challenges due to ongoing conflict and climate-related pressures.
WHO, WIPO and WTO announce joint symposium on antimicrobial resistance
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the World Trade Organization (WTO) will jointly hold a symposium focused on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), innovation, and access.
U.S. Chargée d’Affaires meets Congolese minister to discuss economic cooperation
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Chargée d’Affaires Amanda Jacobsen met with Minister Denis Christel Sassou-Nguesso on November 21 to discuss ways to promote economic opportunities for both Americans and Congolese.
OCBC expands digital wallet coverage across Southeast Asia through Visa partnership
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
OCBC Bank has announced that customers in Singapore can now transfer funds directly from their OCBC accounts to eight leading digital wallets in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam using the OCBC app.
FSB Chair urges stronger oversight of private credit markets and stablecoins
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has released a letter from its Chair, Andrew Bailey, addressed to G20 Leaders ahead of the upcoming summit in Johannesburg on November 22-23.
Youth participation in focus at decisive COP30 summit
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The upcoming COP30 climate summit has been described as "decisive" by Dr Joanna Depledge, a climate talks expert from Cambridge.
Half of UK novelists expect full replacement by artificial intelligence
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
A new study from the University of Cambridge’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy (MCTD) reveals significant concerns among UK novelists regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on their profession.
AUKUS nations reaffirm commitment to non-proliferation standards at IAEA meeting
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States issued a joint statement at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting in Vienna on November 19, 2025.
U.S. reaffirms support but raises concerns over IAEA technical cooperation program
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The United States has reaffirmed its support for the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Technical Cooperation Program, while raising concerns about certain aspects of recent project recommendations and policy directions.
U.S. plans terror designation for Venezuelan cartel led by Maduro
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The U.S. Department of State announced its intention to designate Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), with the designation set to take effect on November 24, 2025.
U.S. Consulate warns of disruptions during G20 Summit in Johannesburg
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
U.S. citizens in Johannesburg have been advised to prepare for significant traffic disruptions and increased security measures as the city hosts the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit from November 22–23.
Everest appoints Elias Habayeb as new group chief financial officer
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Everest Group, Ltd. has announced that Elias Habayeb will become the company's Executive Vice President and Group Chief Financial Officer, effective around May 1, 2026.
Multilateral Development Banks introduce taxonomy for tracking nature finance
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) have introduced a Common Nature Finance Taxonomy to help identify and classify nature finance within their portfolios.
Multilateral development banks update common principles for tracking nature finance
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The ten multilateral development banks (MDBs) have released an updated version of the Common Principles for Tracking Nature Finance.
U.S. urges strong IAEA oversight after snapback of sanctions on Iran
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
The United States has called for stronger action from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding Iran's nuclear activities.
Swansea University wins People’s Choice award for Singleton Campus green space
By Globe Banner | Nov 20, 2025
Keep Britain Tidy has recognized Swansea University's Singleton Campus as one of its People’s Choice award winners, following a national vote.