News on Globe Banner

Latest News


Demonstrations planned in three Greek cities prompt cautionary alert from U.S. Mission

The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued an alert to U.S. citizens regarding planned demonstrations on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in the cities of Larissa, Athens, and Thessaloniki.


Florida regulators report Slide Insurance canceled 5.5% of homeowners policies in Q1 2025

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has reported in its "Statewide Commercial and Personal Summary by Company and Policy Type 2025 Q1" that Slide Insurance canceled 5.5% of its homeowners' policies during the first quarter of 2025.


VP Vance's press secretary on campaign pledges: ‘We’re going to cut taxes on tips’

Taylor Van Kirk, press secretary to Vice President JD Vance, said on X that the Big Beautiful Bill fulfills Vance's promises to voters by delivering measures including tip tax cuts and border security.


Joint concert by U.S. and Lithuanian orchestras set for June 19

On Thursday, June 19, at 18:30, Vilnius Town Hall will host a public concert in Town Hall Square.


U.S. addresses false claims about AUKUS at IAEA meeting

Chargé d’Affaires Howard Solomon delivered a statement on behalf of Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting in Vienna.


Reports of scopolamine drugging incidents increase in Guayaquil

Recently, there have been reports of scopolamine drugging incidents in Guayaquil, specifically in the areas of Ceibos and Samborondón.


U.S. Embassy warns of increased crime in Port Moresby

The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, has issued a security alert due to an observed increase in criminal activity within the city.


Finland pledges EUR 2.5 million towards sustainable trade in least-developed countries

In May, the EIF Steering Committee approved a recommendation from the EIF Taskforce for a third phase of its initiative.


U.S. Embassy in Bahrain issues security alert amid regional hostilities

The U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain, has issued a security alert due to regional hostilities.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation mission with Mali

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.


U.S., Trinidad & Tobago coordinate deportation charter flight

On June 12, 2025, a deportation charter flight arrived at Piarco International Airport in Trinidad and Tobago.


U.S. official visits South Korea to discuss alliance modernization

Senior Bureau Official Sean O’Neill from the East Asian and Pacific Affairs Bureau visited Seoul, Republic of Korea, from June 12 to June 14.


Details pending on U.S. involvement in 2025 NATO Summit

Information about the United States' participation in the 2025 NATO Summit is expected to be released soon.


U.S. advises against travel to Iraq amid rising regional tensions

The Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Iraq, emphasizing the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel due to increasing regional tensions.


U.S.-funded program trains over 100 Malagasy English teachers

The U.S. Embassy in Madagascar has launched an English Language Teacher Training program aimed at enhancing the quality of instruction across the nation.


U.S. criticizes UN resolution on Middle East situation; calls out lack of condemnation of Hamas

On June 12, 2025, Ambassador Dorothy Shea, the Acting U.S. Representative, expressed her disapproval of a United Nations General Assembly resolution concerning the situation in the Middle East.


World Bank approves $34.5M for Bhutan's renewable natural resource transformation

The World Bank has approved $34.5 million in financing to support Bhutan's efforts to enhance value addition and employment in its agriculture, livestock, and forestry sectors.


Mortgage and rental spending growth slows down again

Data from Barclays Property Insights reveals a slowdown in the growth of consumer spending on rent and mortgages for the third consecutive month in May, with a year-on-year increase of 4.6%, compared to April's 5.2%.


US criticizes recent decisions by UNICEF executive board

The United States has expressed regret over decisions made at the 2025 Annual Session of the UNICEF Executive Board.


Samsung unveils new HU8000F Hotel TV Series at HITEC 2025

Samsung Electronics has announced the global launch of its HU8000F series, a new addition to its 2025 Hospitality TV lineup.