News from 2025
Ambassador Lamora redefines success in TEDx Yaoundé speech
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora delivered a speech at TEDx Yaoundé on the topic of "Limitless: Redefining Success".
CDC issues notice on yellow fever cases in Colombia
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an updated Traveler's Health Notice concerning an increase in yellow fever cases in Colombia.
Taichung American Corner marks 20 years fostering U.S.-Taiwan cultural ties
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
On April 19, 2025, the Taichung American Corner commemorated its 20th anniversary with an event themed “20 Years of Building Bridges: Celebrating U.S. Culture, Innovation, and Excellence.” Since its establishment in 2005, the Taichung American...
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issues statement on Pope Francis' passing
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, expressed his sadness over the passing of Pope Francis.
Ethiopian man turns to beekeeping to transform his livelihood through PSNP support
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Kifle Kirba, a resident of Bullesa kebele near Aleta Wondo in Ethiopia's Sidama region, has transitioned from struggling as a migrant worker to running his own successful beekeeping business.
MDBs join forces in new collaborative financing initiative
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The Global Collaborative Co-Financing Platform, introduced in April 2024, seeks to bolster partnerships and advance solutions for pressing challenges.
Instagram advances protections for teen users with new AI technology
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Instagram introduced Teen Accounts last year, aiming to better safeguard teenage users and provide parents with assurance regarding their children’s online interactions.
Germany faces economic hurdles due to US tariff policy, says KfW Research
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Germany is bracing for economic challenges stemming from the tariff policy of the United States, according to KfW Research.
Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program focuses on global investments in human capital
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program was launched in 2019 with support from the Gates Foundation and the Government of Canada.
Mortgage completions jump 50% as buyers race before stamp duty changes
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
In March, mortgage completions surged by 50% as buyers hurried to secure transactions amid rising stamp duty rates.
Precautions for U.S. citizens using online dating apps abroad
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Online dating has become a popular method for meeting new people, yet U.S. citizens abroad need to be alert to potential risks.
Marco Rubio mourns passing of Pope Francis
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
On Easter Monday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with his wife Jeanette, expressed their sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis.
U.S. Embassy in Juba issues warning on risks of illegal immigration
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The United States Embassy in Juba, South Sudan, has issued a statement emphasizing the enforcement of U.S. immigration laws under President Trump's administration.
BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Interactive Assets
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a new warning concerning Interactive Assets, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without the necessary authorization on a newly...
BaFin announces warning on unauthorized services by Immediate Vision
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning regarding Immediate Vision, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and cryptocurrency services without the necessary authorization through various websites.
AMF and ACPR warn against unauthorized forex and crypto investment offers
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) issued a warning, in collaboration with the Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR), regarding unauthorized entities offering Forex and crypto-asset derivative investments in France.
U.S.-Vietnam partnership discussed during O'Neill's visit to Hanoi
By Globe Banner | Apr 20, 2025
Senior Bureau Official Sean O'Neill traveled to Vietnam from April 16 to 20 as part of a commemoration marking the 30th anniversary of the establishment of U.S.-Vietnam relations.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright visits Qatar to strengthen energy partnerships
By Globe Banner | Apr 20, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently visited Qatar from April 16 to 17 on his first official international trip.
U.S. Embassy celebrates 10th anniversary of Maker Faire Cairo
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo took part in celebrating the 10th anniversary of Maker Faire Cairo.