News from 2025
Strike by SIMA union may disrupt flights at Portuguese airports from September to January
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
A strike by the Metal and Allied Industries Union (SIMA) is expected to affect major Portuguese airports from September 3, 2025, through January 2, 2026.
Samsung earns TÜV Nord IoT security certification for key home appliance products
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Samsung Electronics announced that its Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Jet Bot Combo robot vacuum cleaners, along with the Bespoke AI Refrigerators, have received IoT security certification from TÜV Nord.
Requirements outlined for non-U.S. citizens seeking enlistment in U.S. Armed Forces
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Individuals in Belgium interested in joining the U.S. Armed Forces face specific eligibility requirements, according to information provided for non-U.S. citizens.
U.S. Air Force Band visits Pointe-Noire with Chargée d’Affaires Amanda Jacobsen
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
On August 16, Chargée d’Affaires Amanda Jacobsen led a delegation of the U.S. Air Force Band to Pointe-Noire during her first official visit to the city.
USAFE-AFAFRICA Band holds concert with local artists in Brazzaville
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The USAFE-AFAFRICA Band, which serves as the U.S. Air Force Band in Europe and Africa, held a concert on August 14 at the Savorgnan de Brazza Memorial during their visit to the Republic of Congo.
Warren A. Stephens begins duties as U.S. ambassador to Court of St James’s
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Warren A. Stephens has officially begun his tenure as U.S. Ambassador to the Court of St. James’s, following his confirmation by the U.S. Senate on April 29.
U.S. ambassador praises joint U.S.-Japan firefighting effort aboard USS New Orleans
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass has recognized the efforts of American and Japanese personnel who responded to a fire aboard the USS New Orleans near White Beach Naval Facility in Okinawa on August 20.
U.S. Embassy hosts culinary event promoting American meat exports in Trinidad & Tobago
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
On August 19, the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain, together with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the U.S. Meat Export Federation, hosted an event for culinary professionals from Trinidad and Tobago.
U.S. imposes new sanctions on Chinese firms over Iranian oil imports
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting companies involved in the import of Iranian oil, aiming to limit the revenue used by Iran to support activities in the Middle East and beyond.
Virtual tourism matchmaking event connects global buyers with U.S. destinations
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
A virtual matchmaking event focused on the U.S. tourism sector is scheduled for September 8–10, 2025.
English for STEM and Arts program launches with focus on language skills
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The English for STEM and Arts program has started, marking a new effort by the United States to support education in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and the arts.
Abigail L. Dressel returns as Chargé d’Affaires to focus on U.S.-Mozambique ties
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Chargé d’Affaires Abigail L. Dressel has returned to Mozambique with the stated aim of strengthening relations between the United States and Mozambique.
U.S. Consulate General Lagos schedules auction for used goods and vehicles
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos has announced plans to hold an auction sale featuring used household furniture, appliances, generators, vehicles, and other miscellaneous items.
Secretary Rubio speaks with Kenyan President Ruto on Haiti peace efforts
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Kenyan President William Ruto to acknowledge Kenya’s ongoing role in efforts to restore peace and security in Haiti.
U.S. consular team schedules visit to Tonga for citizen services in September
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has announced that consular officials will visit Tonga from September 8 to 12, 2025.
U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
A demonstration is scheduled to occur in front of the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on August 19, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM.
U.S., Panama conduct joint jungle training as part of security partnership
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Panama on August 17-18 to observe the joint U.S.-Panamanian Jungle Orientation Course at the Aeronaval Headquarters Cristóbal Colón Base.
Trump hosts European leaders at White House amid renewed Ukraine peace talks
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
As President Donald J. Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several European leaders at the White House, discussions focused on efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Dewey Moore appointed principal officer at U.S. Consulate Busan
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Dewey Moore has assumed the role of Principal Officer at the U.S. Consulate in Busan as of August 18, 2025.
U.S., Hungary announce new Fulbright partnership at science exhibition
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Palladino, delivered remarks at the opening of the exhibition “Martians – Hungarian Scientists and Nobel Laureates” in Budapest.