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Colombia grants temporary protection status to Venezuelans amid ongoing crisis

The Group of Friends of the Quito Process has praised Colombia's decision to grant Temporary Protection Status to Venezuelan migrants and refugees for a decade.


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Mickey Mikitani donates ¥90 million for new Japanese student grants

The Japan-U.S. Educational Commission, known as Fulbright Japan, has announced a significant donation from Mickey Mikitani, Chairman and CEO of Rakuten, Inc. Mikitani has committed ¥90,000,000 (nearly one million USD) to establish the...


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CDC mandates negative COVID tests for US-bound airline passengers

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a new order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents, to provide proof of a negative COVID-19...


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U.S. Embassy seeks proposals for Julia Taft Refugee Fund in Guinea-Bissau

The U.S. Embassy in Dakar, alongside the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), has announced a call for proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund for fiscal year 2021.


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Global Undergraduate Exchange Program extends application deadline

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) has extended its application deadline from February 28, 2021, to March 15, 2021.


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Serbia implements new COVID-19 measures amid rising cases

The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia, has issued a health and travel alert as of December 31, 2020.


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U.S. Embassy announces Fulbright research program for Serbian doctoral students

The U.S. Embassy in Serbia has announced the Fulbright Non-degree Research Program for Doctoral Students for the 2022-2023 academic year.


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Serbia enforces stricter entry rules amid rising COVID-19 cases

The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade has issued a health and travel alert for Serbia as of December 18, 2020.


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Serbia enacts new COVID-19 measures amid rising cases

The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia, has issued a health and travel alert as of December 4, 2020.


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COVID-19 prompts new health measures in Serbia; US issues travel advisories

As of November 22, the Serbian Ministry of Health reported 121,120 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 1,199 deaths in Serbia.


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U.S. Embassy Kolonia announces anti-corruption essay contest

To mark the 2020 World Anti-Corruption Day, the U.S. Embassy in Kolonia is organizing a Virtual Essay Competition for citizens and residents of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).


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Serbia enforces new COVID-19 measures amid rising cases

As of November 15, the Serbian Ministry of Health reported 84,568 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Serbia and 1,009 deaths.


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Trump congratulates Micronesia on its 34th Independence Day

The President of the United States has extended congratulations to the Federated States of Micronesia on the occasion of their 34th Independence Day, which is celebrated on November 3.


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US Embassy guides Americans in Serbia on absentee voting for November elections

The U.S. Embassy in Serbia is assisting American citizens residing abroad with the voting process for the upcoming November 2020 elections.


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Protest planned near U.S. Embassy in Belgrade on October 3

A protest organized by opposition parties is scheduled to occur near the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia, on Saturday, October 3.


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Open online courses offer global learning for Winter 2021

The Online Professional English Network (OPEN) offers virtual learning opportunities to English language educators, professionals, and learners around the world.


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Guidance issued for overseas voters ahead of November elections

If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election, it is crucial to act promptly.


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U.S. citizens in Serbia urged to prepare for November 2020 elections

The upcoming November 2020 U.S. elections are fast approaching, and U.S. citizens residing in Serbia have the opportunity to vote from abroad.


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Department lifts global health advisory; returns to country-specific travel advice

On August 6, 2020, the Department of State lifted the Global Level 4 Health Advisory.


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Voting process outlined as November election nears

With the November 2020 election approaching, voters are reminded of the importance of their participation.