News from 2025
Guatemalan national extradited to Miami faces federal cocaine conspiracy charge
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2025
A Guatemalan national, Roberto Carlo Giron Hernandez, also known as “Gordo” and “RC,” has been extradited to the United States to face federal charges related to a cocaine trafficking conspiracy.
U.S., Mongolia mark end of major Tibetan manuscript preservation project
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2025
Representatives from the U.S. Embassy, the National Library of Mongolia (NLM), and the Arizona-based nonprofit Asian Legacy Library (ALL) marked the completion of a three-year effort to conserve ancient Tibetan manuscripts and woodblock prints at...
U.S. business delegation explores economic opportunities in Georgia’s Middle Corridor
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2025
On September 10, 2025, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Alan Purcell hosted a delegation of American business leaders and representatives from Georgian business and government sectors.
U.S. commits Php13.8 billion for Philippine health system improvements
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2025
The United States government has announced approximately Php13.8 billion ($250 million) in foreign assistance to the Philippines aimed at strengthening health systems, improving disease detection and response, and enhancing maternal and child...
Meta-commissioned study finds Reels leads short-form video usage across India
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Reels, the short-form video feature on Meta’s platforms, has emerged as India’s most popular destination for this content format, according to a recent study commissioned by Meta and conducted by IPSOS.
U.S. Mission in Kampala seeks suppliers for iPhone 16 procurement
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
The U.S. Mission in Kampala has issued a request for quotations from vendors to supply 10 Apple iPhone 16 devices.
U.S. Embassy issues safety notice ahead of scheduled demonstrations in Bratislava
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Two demonstrations are planned in Bratislava on September 11, with one taking place at 5:30 PM near the Slovak National Gallery and another at 6:00 PM at SNP Square.
Morgan Stanley announces schedule for quarterly investor conference calls in 2026
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Morgan Stanley has announced the schedule for its investor conference calls in 2026.
Australia sees increase in food sector M&A as priorities shift toward influence
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Food, beverage and agriculture mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are increasing after a period of reduced activity.
Oxford researchers create AI assistant for faster detection of cosmic explosions
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
A team of researchers led by the University of Oxford and Queen’s University Belfast has developed an artificial intelligence tool designed to help astronomers identify supernovae more efficiently.
U.S. Embassy urges travelers to enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy is encouraging travelers leaving the United States to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).
U.S. Embassy in Suva seeks bids for fueling system repairs
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji has announced a request for quotes for the repair, maintenance, and recommissioning of its fueling system, specifically the Pneumercator TMS4000.
NCUA Board schedules September 18 meeting with focus on Share Insurance Fund
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has announced it will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 18, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time.
IMF staff assesses Madagascar's economic situation amid ongoing shocks
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Constant Lonkeng visited Antananarivo, Madagascar, from September 4 to 10, 2025.
Study finds British industry persisted after Romans with Viking-age boom
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
A recent study by researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Nottingham challenges the long-held belief that Britain’s industrial economy collapsed after the Romans left.
U.S., Singapore discuss deepening military ties and regional cooperation
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with Singapore’s Minister for Defense Chan Chun Sing at the Pentagon on September 9.
U.S. calls for urgent UN-led force amid escalating crisis in Haiti
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
On September 11, 2025, the United States addressed the Organization of American States (OAS) to urge coordinated international action in response to the ongoing crisis in Haiti.
Kevin Corbally appointed managing director of capital management institutional at ANZ
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Kevin Corbally will step down from his position as Group Chief Risk Officer at ANZ and take on the role of Managing Director, Capital Management Institutional.
Deputy Secretary Landau to visit South Korea and Pacific Islands for regional partnership talks
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is set to visit Seoul, Port Moresby, and Majuro from September 12-18, 2025.
Senior Bureau Official Kim visits Jakarta for talks on regional cooperation
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2025
U.S. Department of State East Asian and Pacific Affairs Senior Bureau Official Kevin Kim visited Jakarta, Indonesia, from September 10 to 11.