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Ethiopia sees rapid digital growth with millions gaining mobile access

Between 2020 and 2024, Ethiopia experienced a significant increase in digital connectivity, gaining 7 million new mobile subscribers and increasing internet access for at least 4 million people.


East German Mark history remembered as unique chapter ends

It has been 35 years since the introduction of the Deutschmark in East Germany on July 1, 1990, which signaled the decline of the East German Mark.


World Bank urges agricultural reform for sustainable growth in Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea's economy is projected to grow by 4.7 percent in 2025, surpassing its historical average, according to the World Bank's latest Economic Update.


Tropical Storm Flossie poses flood risk along Pacific coast of Mexico

Tropical Storm Flossie is expected to intensify into a hurricane by June 30 or July 1, according to weather alerts.


US Embassy seeks quotes for IT platform maintenance in Santo Domingo

The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo has announced a request for quotes (RFQ) for the maintenance and support of the TCIU IT platform.


World Bank boosts global conservation efforts with $4 billion investment

The World Bank Group (WBG) is actively supporting countries in achieving sustainable economic development while conserving natural resources.


Joint MDBs report reveals $19.6 billion investment for global water security

The Joint MDB Water Security Financing Report 2024 represents a significant step by ten Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) towards enhancing global water security.


Energy efficiency initiative transforms Mexican municipalities and hospitals

The Mexico Energy Efficiency in Public Facilities (PRESEMEH) project, launched in 2016 and concluded in 2023, aimed to enhance energy efficiency across Mexican municipalities and hospitals.


World Bank approves $400M road improvement project in rural Guatemala

The World Bank Group has approved a significant project aimed at enhancing road infrastructure in Guatemala.


U.S. celebrates Independence Day marking historic declaration

Independence Day, known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States.


Asteroid named after pioneering female astronomer Annie Walker

An asteroid has been named in honor of Annie Walker, a Victorian-era astronomer whose contributions at the University of Cambridge have been recognized over a century later.



Jumbotail acquires Solv India from SC Ventures

SC Ventures, a unit of Standard Chartered focused on innovation and investment in new ventures, has sold its incubated company Solv India to Jumbotail.


U.S. reiterates commitment to combating global human trafficking at multistakeholder hearing

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Everest Group releases 2024 global loss triangles

Everest Group, Ltd., a leader in global underwriting, has announced the publication of its Global Loss Triangles for the year ending December 31, 2024.


U.S. extends wishes on DRC's 65th independence anniversary

On behalf of the United States, a message of goodwill was extended to the Congolese people and their government on the 65th anniversary of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's independence.


U.S.'s international investment deficit narrows in first quarter of 2025

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released new statistics on the U.S. net international investment position for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a deficit of $24.61 trillion.


WTO conducts trade policy review for Norway

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents pertaining to the trade policy review of Norway.


U.S. declines support for UN wildlife trafficking resolution

The United States has expressed its gratitude to Germany and Gabon for their leadership in the fight against wildlife trafficking.


Warburg Pincus partners with leaders for new CFO advisory firm

Warburg Pincus has announced a partnership with Marissa Thomas and Steve Varley to launch Unity Advisory, a new CFO advisory firm.