News from 2025
BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Grow State Markets
By Globe Banner | Feb 11, 2025
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a consumer warning concerning Grow State Markets, a company accused of offering unauthorized banking and financial services through a new website.
YSEALI opens applications for young leaders' fellowship program
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Academic Fellows Program is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort.
PEPFAR resumes limited operations in South Africa following humanitarian waiver
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is not affected by President Trump's Executive Order regarding the Republic of South Africa.
US delivers critical supplies to Haitian police for gang combat
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Ambassador Hankins, TPC President Leslie Voltaire, Haitian National Police (HNP) Director Rameau Normil, and Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission’s Force Commander Godfrey Otunge gathered at the HNP headquarters to announce the delivery of...
U.S. Embassy warns citizens of funeral processions near Beirut airport
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
U.S. citizens in Beirut have been advised to avoid the Bir Hassan area, particularly near the Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Fubon Financial reports strong January profits across subsidiaries
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has released its earnings results for January 2025, reporting an unaudited consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$18.73 billion and a net profit of NT$15.21 billion.
U.S. consulates in Vietnam introduce new visa foils starting February 2025
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Starting in February 2025, the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City will introduce a new version of visa foils.
Fulbright TEA program opens applications for Bosnian teachers
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The United States Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program competition for the 2025-2026 academic year.
US reconsiders involvement with key UN agencies amid policy shift
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The United States has issued an executive order reassessing its involvement with certain United Nations (UN) agencies.
UN Security Council addresses global threats posed by terrorism
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
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World Bank supports solar power expansion in Africa for sustainable development
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The World Bank has taken significant steps to enhance sustainable energy development in the Central African Republic and The Gambia.
Sun Life expands family leave insurance coverage to four additional US states
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Sun Life U.S. has announced the expansion of its Family Leave Insurance (FLI) to include Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina.
JD Vance takes office as Vice President after successful Senate term
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Vice President JD Vance was sworn in during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2025.
US calls for focus on women's equality at UN Women board meeting
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The United States has expressed its commitment to reassessing its relationships with international organizations, including UN Women.
Nepal's Narayanghat-Mugling road upgrade improves safety and trade efficiency
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The Narayanghat-Mugling road in Nepal, a vital 33-kilometer section of the highway connecting Kathmandu with key trade points such as Birgunj and Bhairahawa, has undergone significant upgrades.
Trump outlines priorities on border security and energy
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
President Donald Trump has announced a series of initiatives aimed at addressing key issues in the United States, including border security, energy independence, and government reform.
Trump signs order over human rights concerns in South Africa
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order addressing human rights violations in South Africa.
Marco Rubio confirmed as secretary of state with unanimous Senate support
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
Marco Rubio attributes his position as the new U.S. Secretary of State to his parents' decision to immigrate from Cuba in 1956, which he says gave him "the privilege to be born a citizen of the greatest nation in the history of the world."
Fulbright program invites applications from African scholars for 2026-27 grants
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Banjul is inviting scholars to apply for the 2026-27 Fulbright African Research Scholar Program (ARSP).
Trump hosts Japanese PM for US-Japan summit at White House
By Globe Banner | Feb 10, 2025
President Trump met with Prime Minister Ishiba at the White House on February 7, 2025.