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Seventeen African countries commit to expanding electricity access under World Bank-led Mission 300

Seventeen African countries have pledged to implement reforms and develop actionable plans to expand electricity access as part of Mission 300, a partnership led by the World Bank Group and African Development Bank Group.


U.S. Embassy urges caution ahead of Malawian election result announcement

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has issued a security alert advising U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution as the Malawi Electoral Commission is scheduled to announce the results of the September 16 presidential election at 2:00 p.m. on September...


Siemens Mobility appoints Beatrice Bock as CFO following Karl Blaim's departure

Karl Blaim will step down from his role as Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director of Siemens Mobility on November 30, 2025.


Cyber risk report shows drop in major losses but highlights new threats

The cyber risk and insurance landscape in 2025 is marked by ongoing challenges as companies face increasingly complex threats.


Cambridge hosts three Encode Fellows advancing AI research across multiple disciplines

Cambridge researchers are advancing artificial intelligence applications in various scientific fields after being awarded new Encode: AI for Science Fellowships.


Secretary Rubio and President Vucic discuss US-Serbia relations at UN General Assembly

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.


Study finds any amount of alcohol raises dementia risk

A new study led by the University of Oxford, Yale University, and the University of Cambridge has found that any level of alcohol consumption increases the risk of developing dementia.


Rapid Bitcoin ATM growth is driving financial inclusion in underserved areas

TechBullion has reported that Bitcoin ATMs are contributing to financial inclusion in underserved communities by providing easier access to cryptocurrency in areas with limited banking infrastructure.


Cyber insurance claims fall despite persistent ransomware threat

Ransomware continues to be the main cause of large cyber insurance claims, making up 60% of the value of such claims exceeding €1 million in the first half of 2025, according to Allianz Commercial’s latest Cyber Security Resilience Outlook.


WTO chief welcomes China’s move as boost for reform efforts

China has announced a decision that is expected to influence the direction of the World Trade Organization (WTO).


IMF-Japan conference addresses fiscal resilience challenges facing Asian economies

The fourteenth IMF-Japan High-Level Tax Conference for Asian Countries opened today, focusing on how Asian governments can strengthen their economies by improving public spending and increasing domestic revenue.


U.S. Embassy urges caution as Malawi election results announcement approaches

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has advised American citizens to exercise increased caution following the announcement that the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) will release the results of the September 16 presidential election at 2:00 p.m. on...


QED Investors appoints Enrique Hausmann as principal for European expansion

QED Investors has announced the appointment of Enrique Hausmann as a principal, strengthening its presence in the United Kingdom and Europe.


U.S. Consulate issues hurricane warning for Azores as Gabrielle approaches

Residents and travelers in the Azores, Portugal, are being advised to prepare for Hurricane Gabrielle as the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a Hurricane Warning for all Azorean Islands.


U.S., Mongolian governments transfer automated water kiosks to support clean water access

The governments of the United States and Mongolia have officially transferred 180 automated water kiosks to the Ulaanbaatar Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (USUG).


John H. Jackson Moot Court launches with new training webinars for global students

The John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, a simulated hearing based on the World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement process, is set to begin with new support measures for participants.


Nigeria–U.S. defense health partnership marks two decades advancing HIV care and lab capacity

Senior officials from Nigeria and the United States convened in Abuja to celebrate 20 years of partnership between the Nigeria Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Programme (NMODHIP) and the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR).


U.S. government marks completion of Senegal Road Safety Initiative

The United States Government and Senegal have marked the conclusion of the Senegal Road Safety Initiative, a program aimed at improving road safety and fostering trust between citizens and law enforcement.


U.S. Embassy in Malawi announces generator auction set for October

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has announced an open auction of generators to be held on October 4, 2025.


Barclays signs major deal with UNDO for large-scale carbon removal using rock weathering

Barclays has entered into an agreement with UK-based climate technology company UNDO to permanently remove 6,538 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.