News from 2025
U.S. Coast Guard conducts water survival training with Bahamian forces under OPBAT
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Rescue swimmers from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Training Center in Mobile, Alabama, recently conducted water survival training in Nassau for members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) and Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF).
USS Mount Whitney visits Albania as part of growing US-NATO partnership
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The USS Mount Whitney, flagship of the U.S. 6th Fleet, arrived at Porto Romano in Durrës, Albania on September 9, 2025.
Oxford researchers link rising heat-related deaths in Zurich to ongoing climate change
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
A new study from the University of Oxford has found that climate change is responsible for at least 1,700 heat-related deaths in Zürich since 1969.
U.S. Embassy Suva partners with FNU on STEM education initiatives in Fiji
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva has joined with Fiji National University (FNU) to launch two new STEM initiatives in Fiji’s western division this week.
U.S. updates procedures for nonimmigrant and immigrant visa appointments
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Applicants seeking U.S. nonimmigrant visas are advised to schedule their interview appointments at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country of nationality or residence.
Morgan Stanley Investment Management discusses key global investment themes in new video
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
In a recent video update released on September 11, 2025, Morgan Stanley Investment Management discussed three main themes currently shaping the global investment environment.
U.S. urges full Iranian cooperation on nuclear safeguards at IAEA board meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The United States has expressed serious concerns about Iran's lack of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding its nuclear program.
Volkswagen highlights semiconductor strategy with Rivian alliance at IAA Mobility
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Volkswagen Group convened industry leaders at the 4th Semiconductor Summit during IAA Mobility in Munich to discuss its approach to semiconductor procurement and highlight its partnership with Rivian.
U.S. Consulate General announces passport acceptance event for Americans in Da Nang
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Representatives from the American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City will hold a Passport Acceptance Event in Da Nang on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
U.S. Embassy celebrates decade-long partnership supporting Zambian women entrepreneurs
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Zambia marked the tenth anniversary of the Women Entrepreneurship Access Center (WEAC) at the Vision to Impact Alumni Summit held in Lusaka on September 4, 2025.
Oxford-led AI study revises Serengeti wildebeest population estimates using satellites
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
A new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford has used artificial intelligence and satellite imagery to produce revised estimates of migratory wildebeest populations in the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem.
U.S urges continued cooperation between Syria and IAEA over nuclear safeguard concerns
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The United States has addressed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors regarding Syria’s compliance with its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) safeguards agreement.
Sun Life announces $1 billion debenture offering for corporate purposes
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Sun Life Financial Inc. announced plans to issue $1 billion in Series 2025-1 Subordinated Unsecured 4.14% Fixed/Floating Debentures due 2037 in Canada.
United States reiterates support for IAEA initiatives at board meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The United States has reaffirmed its support for the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) work in nuclear science, technology, and applications during the agency’s Board of Governors meeting in Vienna on September 9, 2025.
Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional security
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Hyun following the recent summit between President Trump and ROK President Lee Jae Myung on August 25.
U.S. urges full Iranian cooperation at IAEA board meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The United States has addressed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors regarding Iran’s nuclear program, expressing concern over Iran’s lack of cooperation with international inspectors.
USS Mount Whitney visit highlights US-Albania defense ties at Porto Romano
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The USS Mount Whitney, the command ship of the U.S. Sixth Fleet, made a port visit to Albania, where it was welcomed by Chargé d'Affaires Nancy VanHorn and other dignitaries.
U.S. Embassy announces upcoming Social Security services sessions in Panama
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Panama to provide services related to U.S. Social Security benefits.
U.S. voices concern over DPRK nuclear activity at IAEA board meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The United States has reiterated its concerns over North Korea’s nuclear activities during the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting in Vienna.
BMO signs five-year deal as official bank partner for UC Berkeley
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
BMO has signed a five-year agreement to become the Official Bank of UC Berkeley, continuing a partnership that began after BMO acquired Bank of the West in 2023.