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Crypto trader with $3.1M frozen by MEXC exchange: They tried to lure me 'with a potential partnership and trading perks'

White Whale, a cryptocurrency trader, claims that $3.1 million of his assets are frozen on the MEXC exchange.


UOB launches ASEAN-wide consumer sentiment index showing steady optimism but youth lag in readiness

United Overseas Bank (UOB) has introduced the first regional UOB ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Index, aiming to provide a consistent measurement of consumer confidence across Southeast Asia.


U.S. Embassy Bishkek seeks contractor for logistics support of annual training

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek has announced a solicitation for logistics support services related to its annual in-country training.


U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe seeks bids for general renovation works

General renovation works are planned for the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe, with a solicitation now available for interested parties.


U.S. Mission issues alert after earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the eastern Afghan provinces of Kunar and Nangarhar, near the border with Pakistan, just before midnight on August 31, 2025.


U.S. special envoy visits Uzbek sports leaders to strengthen bilateral ties

U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli visited Uzbekistan’s top sports facilities and met with key figures from the country’s Olympic committee, football federation, and national teams during a recent trip to Tashkent.


BlackRock completes acquisition of ElmTree Funds to expand private financing solutions

BlackRock, Inc. has finalized its acquisition of ElmTree Funds, a move aimed at strengthening BlackRock’s Private Financing Solutions (PFS) platform.


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.