News from 2025
U.S. Embassy issues safety alert ahead of Club Atletico Peñarol anniversary events
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
On September 29, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Montevideo issued a security alert regarding potential disturbances related to the anniversary of Club Atletico Peñarol’s founding.
UBS schedules conference call on capital adequacy ordinance consultation response
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
UBS has announced it will host a conference call to discuss its response to the Capital Adequacy Ordinance (CAO) consultation, which closed on 6 June 2025.
U.S. renews Level 2 travel advisory for Sierra Leone citing crime and health concerns
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has renewed its travel advisory for Sierra Leone as of September 25, 2025.
IMF board completes annual review of Eswatini's economy amid persistent challenges
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the Kingdom of Eswatini, noting both progress and ongoing challenges in the country’s economic outlook.
IMF reviews economic progress in São Tomé and Príncipe during official visit
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Slavi Slavov visited São Tomé and Príncipe from September 22 to 26, 2025.
U.S. Deputy Secretary meets Mongolian foreign minister to discuss partnership and economic ties
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg in New York during the United Nations General Assembly.
Fulbright Visiting Research Scholar Award opens for Singaporean academics for study in U.S
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has announced the opening of applications for the Fulbright Visiting Research Scholar Award for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Tomorrow’s Leaders Program opens undergraduate scholarship applications for MENA students
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), a program of the Department of State, is inviting applications for the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program for the 2025-2026 academic year.
U.S. Embassy warns against use of unauthorized visa appointment services
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo has issued a warning to visa applicants regarding the use of unauthorized services that promise earlier appointments.
Ministry of State Secretariat partners with U.S. Embassy on English training for protocol officers
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The Ministry of State Secretariat of Indonesia and the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta have completed a program designed to improve English language and cross-cultural communication skills for Indonesian...
WhatsApp adds live photos, AI chat themes, video call backgrounds, and improved group search
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Over the past several months, WhatsApp has introduced a series of new features designed to enhance user experience in both chats and calls.
Meta expands teen account safety features across platforms in Indonesia
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Meta has expanded its dedicated Teen Accounts feature in Indonesia, aiming to enhance online safety for young users.
U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé holds online auction for surplus property
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé has announced an online auction for several high-value items, including used furniture, appliances, water pumps, and mattresses.
Ten European banks join new distributed ledger initiative led by SWIAT
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Ten European financial institutions have joined forces to launch the Regulated Layer One (RL1) initiative, which aims to establish a common distributed ledger under open and credible governance for regulated market participants.
IMF reviews Colombia's economy amid mixed outlook ahead of elections
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV consultation with Colombia, reviewing the country's economic performance and policy outlook as it approaches a pre-election year.
Regional workshop aims to boost American English teaching skills in North Africa
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The first regional workshop for teachers of American English from Algeria, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia was held with an emphasis on 21st-century skills.
President proclaims National Hispanic Heritage Month for September 15–October 15
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, the United States recognizes the contributions of Hispanic-American citizens throughout history.
Department of State releases 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report assessing foreign aid recipients
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has released the 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report, as required by section 7031(b)(2) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024, and continued under the Full-Year...
Secretary Rubio meets with Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar at UN General Assembly
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New York on September 22, 2025.
U.S. consulate warns of Super Typhoon Ragasa impact on Hong Kong and Macau
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Wind and rain warnings have been issued for Hong Kong and Macau as Super Typhoon Ragasa approaches the region.