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Report highlights gender equality challenges across Latin America

The Latin America and the Caribbean Country Gender Scorecards offer a detailed analysis of gender equality across 11 key areas.


World Bank reports on Madagascar's economic recovery amid ongoing challenges

The World Bank has released its Madagascar Economic Update, titled "Bridging the Productivity Divide," which provides an analysis of recent economic developments and a medium-term outlook for the country.


Demonstrations planned across Greece on anniversary of Tempi train disaster

Strikes and demonstrations are set to occur in Greece on February 28, 2025, marking the two-year anniversary of the Tempi train disaster.


Hawaii Air Guard partners with Indonesian Air Force for refueling training

Hawaii Air National Guard personnel from the 154th Wing recently engaged in air-to-air refueling exercises with the Indonesian Air Force.


U.S. Embassy in Budapest seeks fuel supplier for vehicle fleet

The United States Embassy in Budapest is seeking a contractor to supply fuel for its fleet of 44 vehicles.


Vice President JD Vance: From Ohio roots to national leadership

Vice President JD Vance has a multifaceted background as a U.S. military veteran, investor, best-selling author, and former U.S. senator from Ohio.


U.S. Embassy in Freetown announces online auction dates for March

The U.S. Embassy in Freetown is organizing an online auction, offering a range of items including generators, IT equipment, household furniture, and appliances.


US Embassy seeks tire supplier for vehicles

The Embassy of the United States in Guinea has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for tires intended for its vehicles.


CZ on Hong Kong crypto: 'The regulators approved the BNB listing'

Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, co-founder of Binance, a global cryptocurrency exchange, announced that BNB was listed on a Hong Kong exchange with regulatory approval.


Bybit security breach leads to $1.46B crypto theft

Bybit has announced that an Ethereum cold wallet was compromised in a sophisticated attack, leading to the theft of cryptocurrency.


Binance CEO: Recognition from Hong Kong law enforcement 'highlights our commitment to combating virtual asset-related crimes'

Binance CEO Richard Teng said that the recognitions received from the Hong Kong Police Force highlight the company's commitment to combating crime and pursuing justice.


Fulbright Foreign Student Program opens applications for Libyans seeking U.S. graduate studies

The U.S. Embassy to Libya has announced the opening of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for 2026.


QBE announces board changes with new director appointment and retirement

QBE Insurance Group Limited has announced changes to its Board of Directors.


World Bank highlights early childhood development as key to Uganda's economic transformation

Economic activity in Uganda has shown resilience despite global challenges, with the economy maintaining a strong performance.


U.S. Embassy announces student intern program for summer 2025

The U.S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the availability of its Foreign National Student Intern Program (FNSIP) for the summer of 2025.


Societe Generale appoints Lubomira Rochet as executive vice president

Societe Generale has announced the appointment of Lubomira Rochet as Executive Vice President, overseeing Retail Banking activities in France, Private Banking and Insurance, and the Group's Chief Operating Office.



DentaQuest earns URAC accreditation reaffirming its commitment to quality dental care

DentaQuest, a part of Sun Life U.S., has announced that it has again achieved full URAC Dental Plan Accreditation.


Maritime security seminar in Madagascar addresses regional threats

The Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS) has commenced a five-day maritime security seminar in Madagascar, bringing together representatives from ten countries of the West Indian Ocean (WIO) region.


U.S. Embassy issues alert ahead of policy protest in Copenhagen

A demonstration is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark, on February 24, 2025.