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Everest promotes Jill Beggs as EVP and CEO of Reinsurance

Everest Group, Ltd. has announced the promotion of Jill Beggs to Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Reinsurance.


World Bank Group outlines strategies to empower global female entrepreneurs

In rural India, two small business owners, Rekha and Jaya, highlight the disparities in entrepreneurial success despite similar initial conditions.


Graduate aims to influence housing policy after overcoming homelessness

In 2014, Mark Eaton-Lees, originally from Wolverhampton and a former recruitment worker, left his job to pursue his dream of opening a scuba diving center in Devon.


UBS to present Q2 2025 results in live webcast

UBS Group AG has announced that it will present its second quarter 2025 results via a webcast.


Allianz Group highlights sustainability leadership with strong financial performance

The Allianz Group, a prominent global insurer and asset manager, serves approximately 128 million private and corporate customers across nearly 70 countries.


U.S. Embassy in Singapore seeks commercial vehicle through pre-solicitation notice

The U.S. Embassy has announced a pre-solicitation notice for a commercial vehicle intended for the U.S. Embassy in Singapore.


WTO reports strong engagement in initial reform consultations ahead of next ministerial conference

Consultations on reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have seen active participation from nearly 100 members, according to Ambassador Ølberg, who was appointed as facilitator for the discussions by General Council Chair Ambassador Saqer...


Barclays partners with S&P Global on multiyear strategic agreement

Barclays has announced a new multi-year strategic agreement with S&P Global, aiming to enhance its business offerings.


World Bank supports Egypt's economic and social reforms for sustainable development

Egypt is undergoing significant economic and social reforms to promote sustainable and inclusive development.


Demonstration alert issued by U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo

Demonstrations are set to occur in Santo Domingo on July 23, 2025.


Wolfson Foundation funds major upgrade at Swansea University's Egypt Centre

The Wolfson Foundation has announced funding for the redevelopment of The House of Death gallery at the Egypt Centre.


Meta strengthens protections for teens and children on Instagram

Meta has announced updates to enhance protections for teenagers and child safety features on its platforms.


Alex Ham appointed global chairman of investment banking at Barclays

Barclays has announced the appointment of Alex Ham as Global Chairman of Investment Banking.


U.S. Ambassador highlights economic security at Sri Lankan defense college

On July 23, 2025, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung addressed the Defence Services Command and Staff College in Sri Lanka.


Chargé d’Affaires Jeremey Neitzke serves at U.S. Embassy Maputo

Jeremey Neitzke is serving as the Chargé d’Affaires of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique.


National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine employees subjected to at least 70 warrantless security raids

The Ukrainian National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has reported that over 70 warrantless searches targeting its employees were conducted by Ukrainian security services.


Ambassador Popp discusses disease elimination efforts at African ministerial conference

Ambassador William W. Popp addressed the High-Level Ministerial on Triple Elimination of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B in Africa.


U.S. Embassy in Suva seeks quotes for chiller parts replacement

The U.S. Embassy in Suva has issued a request for quotations for the replacement of chiller parts.


World Bank approves $9.175M grant for urban resilience in Central African Republic

The World Bank has approved an additional grant of $9.175 million from the Global Environment Facility for the Inclusive and Resilient Cities Project in the Central African Republic.


Argentina joins WTO effort against harmful fisheries subsidies

Argentina has formally accepted the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step towards the agreement's entry into force.