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Hegseth affirms US-Egypt partnership in discussions with Egyptian Defense Chief

On April 8, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a call with Egypt's Minister of Defense, General Abd-al-Majid Ahmad Saqr.


IMF and Côte d'Ivoire reach agreement on economic review and reforms

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Olaf Unteroberdoerster, has concluded discussions with Côte d'Ivoire's authorities on the economic and financial programs and climate reforms supported by the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the...


OFAC updates regulations on transactions with Ansarallah and specified provisions to Yemen

The Office of Foreign Assets Control has issued General License No. 22A, which is an update to the regulations concerning transactions involving Ansarallah as per the Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations (GTSR) and the Foreign Terrorist...


Andrew Woeber appointed as Barclays' Global Head of Mergers & Acquisitions

Barclays has announced Andrew K. Woeber’s appointment as the Global Head of Mergers & Acquisitions.


Febreze introduces Vanilla Suede as 2025 Scent of the Year

Febreze has announced Vanilla Suede as its Scent of the Year for 2025, inviting people to explore a blend that aims to evoke comfort and indulgence.


KfW IPEX-Bank reports EUR 23.9 billion in new commitments for 2024

KfW IPEX-Bank experienced continued success in 2024, building on the record achievements of the previous year.


U.S. Embassy marks 36 years since April 9 tragedy in Georgia

Today marks the 36th anniversary of the April 9 tragedy.


Samsung collaborates with Stanford Medicine to advance sleep apnea detection technology

Samsung Electronics, in collaboration with Stanford University, announced a new research project with Stanford Medicine aimed at advancing health solutions using Samsung’s obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) feature.


Bank of America to announce Q1 2025 financial results on April 15

Bank of America has announced that it will report its first quarter 2025 financial results on April 15.


U.S. consular services in Papeete temporarily suspended; alternatives available

Routine consular services at the U.S. Consular Agency in Papeete, Tahiti, have been temporarily suspended, effective immediately. U.S. citizens who find themselves in emergency situations are advised to call 679-331-4466.


UK achieves first long-distance quantum-secured data transfer

Researchers from the Universities of Bristol and Cambridge have made significant progress in quantum communication by successfully demonstrating the UK's first long-distance ultra-secure data transfer over a quantum network.


Handheld device from Cambridge researchers might improve heart disease screening

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have introduced a handheld device that offers potential as an alternative to traditional stethoscopes for detecting heart disease.


Meta expands teen safety protections to Facebook and Messenger

Instagram has introduced improvements in its Teen Accounts system, aimed at enhancing safety measures for younger users.


U.S. Embassy alerts citizens after roof collapse at Santo Domingo nightclub

The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo has issued a security alert following a roof collapse at the Jet Set Club in Santo Domingo.


IMF reaches agreement with Burkina Faso on Extended Credit Facility program

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mission Chief Jaroslaw Wieczorek, conducted meetings in Ouagadougou from April 1 to 8 as part of the third review of Burkina Faso's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program.


Swansea research initiative investigates hearing loss risks from antibiotics

Dr. Emma Kenyon, a lecturer in Neuroscience, has been included in a substantial £7.6 million initiative under the Springboard programme by the Academy.


Calls for strengthened UK-India economic ties amid bilateral dialogue

As the UK and India prepare for their 13th Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) on April 9, Barclays is urging both countries to enhance their economic ties.


U.S. Embassy in Manama celebrates 249th anniversary with sports theme

The U.S. Embassy in Manama recently hosted a gathering to commemorate the 249th anniversary of U.S. independence.


BavariaMakes alliance launches to advance manufacturing innovation

In Additive Manufacturing, components are constructed layer by layer rather than formed by removing materials as in standard manufacturing processes.


U.S. outlines FAO priorities, criticizes focus on DEI and climate change

At the 177th session of the FAO Council, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter addressed several key topics regarding global food security and the role of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in addressing these challenges.