News from 2025
Richard Norland announces retirement after decades in Foreign Service
By Globe Banner | May 5, 2025
Special Envoy Ambassador Richard Norland has announced his retirement from the Foreign Service at the end of May.
BaFin warns of identity theft and unauthorized services linked to Teleport Financial
By Globe Banner | May 5, 2025
The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has announced that unknown individuals are using the name of Teleport Financial Services Inc. in a fraudulent job offer scheme involving unauthorized financial and crypto-asset services,...
FCA issues warning about unauthorized services from Asset-Savings
By Globe Banner | May 5, 2025
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning regarding Asset-Savings, a firm allegedly offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.
FCA issues warning against Active Crypto Trade Market for unauthorized financial services
By Globe Banner | May 5, 2025
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning regarding Active Crypto Trade Market, a firm offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.
HM Treasury announces new cryptoasset rules for growth and consumer protection
By Globe Banner | May 4, 2025
HM Treasury has announced new rules for cryptoassets, designed to support innovation and protect consumers.
Report: Critics of Pope favorite Prevost received $150K to remain silent
By Special to the Globe Banner | May 4, 2025
A Catholic diocese in northern Peru is alleged to have paid $150,000 to silence critics of its former bishop and now leading candidate for Pope, Cardinal Robert Prevost.
Applications open for 2026-2027 Fulbright FLTA Program at U.S. colleges
By Globe Banner | May 4, 2025
The United States Mission to Yemen has announced the availability of the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA) for the academic year 2026-2027.
NAB introduces Saturday banking at Chadstone branch for added convenience
By Globe Banner | May 4, 2025
NAB's Chadstone branch will begin Saturday operations, joining 30 other branches across Australia.
U.S. Ambassador reaffirms commitment to Southwest Cameroon peace and partnership
By Globe Banner | May 3, 2025
Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora recently concluded his third visit to Cameroon's Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy's commitment to peace and partnership in the area.
U.S. Secretary of State praises Poland on National Day
By Globe Banner | May 3, 2025
On May 3, 2025, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, issued a statement celebrating Poland's National Day.
Lady Gaga concert expected to draw 1.6 million in Rio de Janeiro
By Globe Banner | May 3, 2025
The City of Rio de Janeiro is preparing to host a free concert featuring Lady Gaga.
CNMV issues warnings on unregistered financial and crypto entities via international alerts
By Globe Banner | May 3, 2025
The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) has announced a list of warnings concerning unregistered financial and cryptocurrency service entities, reported through international supervisory authorities.
BaFin warns about unauthorized services on handelsfusion.com
By Globe Banner | May 3, 2025
The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning concerning the website handelsfusion.com, which offers financial, investment, and crypto-security services without the necessary authorization.
World Bank and Costa Rica collaborate for sustainable agricultural development
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
The World Bank Executive Board has approved a program to promote sustainable and competitive agriculture in Costa Rica.
U.S. Embassy in Tunis opens bidding for recreation center renovation tiles
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has released a request for advertisement concerning the renovation project for a recreation center requiring specific ceramic tiles.
Barclays report highlights growing reliance on travel rewards and loyalty programs
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
On May 1, 2025, Barclays US Consumer Bank released the third annual Travel Rewards and Loyalty Report, highlighting the increasing tendency of travelers to use rewards and loyalty programs.
Oxford announces new Schmidt AI in Science Fellows and projects for 2025
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
Oxford University has announced the new cohort of Schmidt AI in Science Fellows for 2025.
US designates Haiti's Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as terrorist organizations
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
The Office of the Spokesperson announced the designation of two groups, Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif, on May 2, 2025, highlighting their involvement in criminal activities in Haiti.
Macquarie Asset Management increases stake in Island Green Power to 100
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
Macquarie Asset Management has acquired an additional 50 percent stake in Island Green Power, a UK-based renewable energy developer specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system projects.
U.S. Embassy celebrates women's entrepreneurship program in Jakarta
By Globe Banner | May 2, 2025
Twenty-one women entrepreneurs graduated from the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program in Jakarta.