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State Department expands screening for student and exchange visitor visas

The State Department has announced an expansion of its screening and vetting process for visa applicants.


NCUA places Aldersgate Federal Credit Union under conservatorship

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has placed Aldersgate Federal Credit Union, located in Marion, Illinois, into conservatorship.


WTO conducts trade policy review for Colombia

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has conducted a Trade Policy Review for Colombia.


Volcanic eruption impacts air travel across Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara province

Mount Lewotobi in East Flores, Indonesia, erupted on June 17, 2025.


World Bank debars Iranian company over fraudulent practices in Afghan projects

The World Bank Group has announced the debarment of Pars Tableau Joint Stock Company, an Iran-based supplier and general contractor, for a period of 63 months.


State Department updates screening for student and exchange visitor visas

The State Department has announced new measures to enhance the screening and vetting process for visa applicants, emphasizing national security and public safety.


U.S. Embassy in Helsinki announces closure for Juneteenth and Midsummer Eve

The U.S. Embassy in Helsinki will be closed on Thursday, June 19, to observe Juneteenth and on Friday, June 20, for the local Midsummer Eve celebration


Nicaragua enforces new speed limits; US Embassy provides guidance

Effective June 17, 2025, Nicaragua has introduced new national speed limits.


USDA seeks quotes for agribusiness trade mission to Taiwan

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Foreign Agriculture Services (FAS) has issued a request for quotes for an Agribusiness Trade Mission to Taipei, Taiwan.


Sun Life launches Expert Cancer Review for second opinions on diagnoses

Sun Life U.S. has announced the launch of its Expert Cancer Review service, aimed at providing members with a second opinion from an independent oncology specialist when faced with a cancer diagnosis.


Global Wealth Report shows uneven growth; Americas lead while APAC lags

In 2024, global wealth saw an increase of 4.6%, building on a 4.2% rise in the previous year.


State Department expands vetting for student and exchange visitor visas

The State Department has announced an expansion of its screening and vetting procedures for visa applicants.


United States supports Doreen Bogdan-Martin for ITU Secretary-General re-election

The United States has declared its support for Doreen Bogdan-Martin's re-election as Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).


U.S. criticizes global compacts at UNHCR meeting

The United States has emphasized the importance of sustainable responses to refugee crises at the 93rd Meeting of the UNHCR Standing Committee in Geneva, Switzerland.


Macquarie finalizes over $8 billion closure for infrastructure fund

Macquarie Asset Management has finalized the closure of Macquarie Infrastructure Partners VI (MIP VI), securing over $8 billion in total commitments.


U.S. and Indonesian air forces collaborate in JCET Teak Iron exercise

Members of the United States Air Force and the Indonesian National Armed Forces Air Force conducted the Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) Teak Iron Exercise at Soewondo Airbase in Medan, North Sumatra.


US urges global commitment at 2025 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment

The United States delivered remarks at the 2025 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment in Geneva, Switzerland.


Social protection programs in DRC foster entrepreneurship amid poverty

Social protection programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are being reimagined as catalysts for entrepreneurship, job creation, and income diversification.


Societe Generale forms scientific advisory council with diverse experts

Societe Generale has announced the members of its newly formed Scientific Advisory Council, a body established to provide science-based advice on emerging trends affecting the Group's business and activities.


Timor-Leste begins talks for joining Government Procurement Agreement

Timor-Leste has initiated negotiations to join the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), according to a statement made by Ambassador Antonio Da Conceicao.