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Johnson & Johnson presents positive results from real-world study on VARIPULSE platform

Johnson & Johnson MedTech has released new data from the VARIPURE substudy of SECURE, a real-world evaluation of its VARIPULSE Platform for pulsed field ablation (PFA) in atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment.


Macquarie AirFinance orders additional Boeing jets amid growing demand for fuel-efficient aircraft

Macquarie AirFinance has announced the purchase of 30 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, marking its second direct order with Boeing.


Bosch expands partnership with Alibaba Group for AI-driven innovation and global e-commerce

Bosch and Alibaba Group have announced an expanded strategic partnership aimed at advancing digital transformation through cloud computing and artificial intelligence technologies.


U.S. Special Envoy meets Uzbek leaders to discuss expanded partnership

U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Ambassador Paolo Zampolli visited Tashkent, Uzbekistan from August 28 to September 1, meeting with senior Uzbek officials as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the United...


IMF warns of slower growth for Cambodia amid regional tensions

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Kenichiro Kashiwase concluded its Article IV consultation mission to Cambodia, which took place from August 20 to September 2, 2025.


Oxford study links teenage menstrual cramps with higher adult chronic pain risk

A new study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health has found that teenagers who experience severe period pain are at a higher risk of developing chronic pain as adults.


U.S. congratulates Trinidad and Tobago on 63rd independence anniversary

On August 31, 2025, the United States extended congratulations to Trinidad and Tobago on its 63rd anniversary of independence.


U.S. congressional delegation visits Taiwan for talks on security and trade

A delegation of U.S. senators visited Taiwan from August 29 to 30, 2025, as part of a broader trip to the Indo-Pacific region.


U.S. welcomes European move toward reimposing UN sanctions on Iran

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have begun a process under United Nations Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.


Secretary Rubio to visit Mexico and Ecuador for diplomatic engagement

Secretary of State Secretary Rubio will travel to Mexico and Ecuador, according to a statement released by Thomas “Tommy” Pigott, Principal Deputy Spokesperson, on August 28, 2025.


U.S. updates nonimmigrant visa interview waiver rules effective September 2025

Beginning September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will change the eligibility for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers.


U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg issues alert ahead of planned demonstration

A demonstration is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg on Saturday, August 30, between 10:00 and 13:00.


Peace Corps Response Volunteers begin new assignments in Liberia

Four new Peace Corps Response Volunteers were sworn in at a ceremony in Monrovia on August 29, 2025.


U.S. Embassy schedules remote consular services in Angeles City and Olongapo City

The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...


U.S. congressional delegation led by Senators Wicker and Fischer visits Taiwan

A delegation from the United States Congress, led by Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Deb Fischer (R-NE), is visiting Taiwan on August 29-30, 2025.


Brian Greaney assumes duties as deputy chief at U.S. Embassy Ljubljana

Brian Greaney has started his role as Deputy Chief of Mission and Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana as of August 2025.


Consular representative to offer appointments for U.S. citizens in Tortola on September 4

A consular representative will be available to assist U.S. citizens in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, on September 4.


U.S. Embassy offers consular outreach in Angeles City and Olongapo City this September

The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...


Brian Greaney named deputy chief of mission at U.S. Embassy Ljubljana

Brian Greaney, a career member of the Foreign Service, has begun his assignment as Deputy Chief of Mission and Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana as of August 2025.


State Department updates rules for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers starting September 2025

Effective September 2, 2025, the Department of State will implement new guidelines for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers.