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U.S. Embassy issues alert after pro-Palestine protests near Paseo de la Reforma

On the evening of October 1, two pro-Palestine demonstrations took place in Mexico City.


U.S. Deputy Secretary meets Singapore’s foreign minister to discuss strategic partnership

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on September 24 to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Singapore.


Cambridge scientists visualize key protein clusters linked to onset of parkinson's

Scientists from the University of Cambridge, UCL, the Francis Crick Institute, and Polytechnique Montréal have directly observed and measured protein clusters thought to trigger Parkinson’s disease in human brain tissue for the first time.


WTO committee reviews digital payments' impact on trade and discusses global remittance proposals

Facilitating digital payment systems and remittance services was the focus of a recent session held by a World Trade Organization (WTO) committee.


U.S. Embassy warns citizens of scheduled demonstration in Bratislava

A demonstration is planned for Thursday, October 2, at Namestie Slobody (Freedom Square) in Bratislava, Slovakia.


U.S. Embassy warns Americans as transportation unions announce strike in Lima

A transportation strike is scheduled for October 2, 2025, in Lima and Callao.


Meta to use AI interactions for personalized content and ad recommendations

Meta announced it will soon use user interactions with its artificial intelligence (AI) features to further personalize content and advertisements across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.


WTO committee reviews classification approaches for environmental services

The Committee on Specific Commitments at the World Trade Organization (WTO) held a thematic session to examine the classification of environmental services.


Samsung partners with OpenAI on global AI infrastructure development

OpenAI and several Samsung companies have announced a letter of intent to form a strategic partnership aimed at advancing global artificial intelligence (AI) data center infrastructure and developing new technologies.


U.S. Embassy Seoul recruits delegates for CES 2026 technology event in Las Vegas

The U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced the recruitment of participants for its official delegation to CES 2026, scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from January 6 to January 9, 2026.


Customization and tax efficiency drive trends in wealth management industry

Customization and tax management have become central concerns for affluent investors, according to a new study by Cerulli Associates.


UOB launches company-wide AI upskilling programme for workforce

UOB has launched a comprehensive initiative to prepare its workforce for an AI-driven workplace.


Regulators remind lenders of requirements during lapses in national flood insurance program

Federal financial regulators have issued a reminder to lenders regarding their obligations when the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is not available.


UBS to redeem EUR 2 billion senior unsecured notes issued by Credit Suisse

UBS Group AG has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 2.125% Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes, which are due in 2026.


Fulbright program opens applications for Timorese scholars to conduct research in United States

The U.S. Embassy in Dili has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program.


NCUA ensures continued insurance coverage for credit union members during government shutdown

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced it will remain operational and continue to insure individual credit union accounts during the ongoing federal government shutdown.


Prime Minister Marape meets President Trump at UN General Assembly amid deepening US-PNG ties

Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea met with U.S. President Donald J. Trump during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, according to a statement from the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby.


Colombia cancels flexible credit line arrangement with IMF effective October 2025

On October 1, 2025, Colombian authorities informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) of their decision to cancel the two-year Flexible Credit Line (FCL) arrangement.


American Institute in Taiwan continues key consular services during funding lapse

At the start of October 2025, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) announced that its scheduled passport, visa, and American citizen services at its Taipei Office will continue despite a lapse in appropriations.


Study highlights adaptive response of ambulance staff during Covid-19 crisis

A new study led by Professor Helen Snooks at Swansea University has examined how ambulance staff adapted their triage and decision-making processes during the Covid-19 pandemic.